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City changes code governing CFD

CLINTON — Clinton resident Seth Redington addressed the city council about an ongoing issue he has pursued in regard to commissioner Dan Ballenger. “I think the city needs to audit …

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Illinois 54 near Clinton to close May 16

CLINTON – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that Illinois 54 between Wren Road and DeWitt County Road 1650 East near Clinton will close May 16.

‘Moroccan’ room once fashionable

Editor’s Note: This is the second story in a series as the DeWitt County Museum begins its 2024 season. CLINTON — If you tour the C.H. Moore Homestead mansion in …

From Clinton to Nashville: Chasing the dream

Someday Mr. Lincoln’s Square, Weldon Springs, Clinton Lake, and other local landmarks may become famous if Clinton’s own Doug Willis’ dreams come true. Last …

Carol McFeeters Thompson Arboretum dedicated on Arbor Day

CLINTON — Saturday’s Arbor Day ceremonies served a dual purpose this year. In addition to the traditional poster awards, junior foresters and tree planting, this year, the city’s arboretum was officially named the Carol McFeeters Thompson Arboretum.

Saving local history one image at a time

If you’re a member of the C.H. Moore Homestead & DeWitt County Museum or just a fan of the local historical home, you have the opportunity to help save some pieces of history.

R.R. Donnelley closing its Clinton facility June 1

CLINTON — Unofficial sources have confirmed for the Clinton Journal the R.R. Donnelley company plans to close it’s Clinton facility June 1. The closure will idle several hundred …

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Obituaries

Max D. Stites

CLINTON — A Celebration of Life for Max D. Stites, former Clinton resident who died Feb. 23, 2024, will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday June 1 in the Clinton United Methodist Church. Come …

Suzanne Gregory Smith

CHRISTIANBURG, Va. — Suzanne Gregory Smith, 69, of Christianburg, Va. Went to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 27, 2024, with her family by her side.

Michael A. Tharp

PRESCOTT VALLEY, Ariz. — Michael A. Tharp, 72, of Prescott Valley, Ariz. (formerly of Clinton and Bloomington, Ill.) passed away on August 25, 2023, in Prescott, Ariz.

Myra Hume

NORMAL — Myra Hume, 63, of Normal, formerly of LeRoy, passed away on April 21, 2024, at Accolade Healthcare of Pontiac.

Michael J. Reidy

SPRINGFIELD — Michael J. Reidy, Sr., 69, of Springfield, formerly of Bloomington and Clinton, passed away at 11:05 p.m., on Sunday, April 21, 2024, at HSHS St. John’s Medical Center …

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Community

Left to right, Melinda Decker, Kristin McGlasson, Ramey, Burton, Kiersten Goff and Carol Hanafin.

LaTeaDa tea room marks 20 years as a Clinton destination

CLINTON — When the pandemic lockdown started in 2020, eating establishment owners had to scramble to figure out how they would continue to do business.

Left to right: Edith Brady-Lunny, Regent, Rosemary Parker, award recipient, Terri Lemmel, presenting award.

Parker honored by local DAR chapter

CLINTON — DeWitt Clinton Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution recently presented chapter member Rosemary Parker the Woman in American History award at its April meeting.

Arbor Day ceremony April 27 to honor Carol Thompson

CLINTON — The Clinton city arboretum will be named in honor of Carol McFeeters Thompson on April 27 during the annual observance of Arbor Day.

Baking it: Clinton woman in finals of national competition

In January 2020, Clinton’s Michelle Akeman found herself in a dark place. Her father had recently passed away and she was falling into a depression and was fearful that depression …

Dove food pantry now open Tuesdays and Thursdays

CLINTON — The Dove food pantry is now open on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 10 a.m. -2 p.m. It is located at 803 W. Leander Street, Clinton.

CHS Maroons vs St. Teresa Bulldogs

Josh Bass (13) at bat during Monday’s Maroons’ home non-conference game against St. Teresa.

Lady Maroons over Lady Chargers 2-1 at home

The Clinton Lady Maroons defeated the Champaign Central Lady Chargers 2-1 at home.

Clinton over W-L 3-2 at home

The Clinton Maroons defeated the Warrensburg-Latham Cardinals 3-2 at home on Monday.

Agility, tenacity carry Maroons to 61-55 win over bigger Hornets

HEYWORTH — The Hornets boys team hosted the Maroons the Maroons during the News Year’s break This would prove to be a full-game, all-out battle.

The Culinary Corner / Continuing the lunch

Welcome to my little corner of culinary delights. Cold cuts would be great for a lunch sandwich. Turkey salad spread and tuna salad spread are great for making lunch sandwiches. …

More on wine

Welcome to my little corner of culinary delights. Forgive me if I get my directions mixed up regarding France. We were in the northwest and not yet moved to the northeast, I get confused. …

...The best nine years of my career

Clinton Community, On June 28, 2024, I will retire. I will have completed nine years as the CUSD 15 superintendent and 33 years of my public-school career. It went by very quickly! I have told …

Consequences ...or the lack thereof

Seldom does this column write on the same topic in successive weeks. The student protests on our college …
Democracy imperiled

What sets America apart is that we are a nation of laws. There is a core value of law in this nation that …
Here we go again

I’m not the only one who has opted, once again, to stay home. Both the rec center and the senior center …
The great divide

My liberal friends suggest I am addicted to Fox News, but in all honesty, I often tune in to MSNBC and …

Year’s end

The United States appears to have diminished in world standing over the past year. There was a time …
Thankful and grateful

It is the end of the year. Christmas is here and a New Year is only a week away. Now is a good time …
The season

It is the Christmas season, and we all have our individual perspectives of what that season …
War & peace

It is now December, which, in this country, is defined as the Christmas season. Tradition says it …

Wildfire smoke is back – fires burning across Canada are already triggering US air quality alerts in the Midwest and Plains

Dozens of wildfires are burning across Canada in May 2024 and sending unhealthy smoke blowing into the northern U.S. again. At the same time, the southeastern U.S. is getting smoke from Mexico, where …

7 things your dog wants you to know about separation anxiety

(BPT) - Have you ever looked at your dog’s big sweet eyes and wondered, “What is going on inside your head?” If your answer is yes, you’re not alone. While your dog …