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The Lawrenceville City Park is lit up nightly with its annual Christmas light display which has become tradition in Lawrence County over the past few years. The park is also the home of Santa's Candy Cane house where area children are invited to drop off their letters to Santa. Although Santa Claus will not be holding individual visits with children this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the jolly elf is inviting children to write letters which he will answer personally. Letters are due by Tuesday, Dec. 15 to guarantee a response from Santa. The public is invited to drive-by the city park to view the light display which will be lit until 10 p.m. nightly through Christmas Day.
Letters to Santa being collected at Lawrenceville City Park
The Lawrenceville City Park is lit up nightly with its annual Christmas light display which has become tradition in Lawrence County over the past few years. The park is also the home of Santa's Candy Cane house where area children are invited to drop off their letters to Santa. more
Lawrence County prepares for tax sale
LAWRENCEVILLE — Lawrence County has completed its tax deed proceedings on real estate properties that were delinquent for 2016 and mobile homes that were delinquent for 2017 real estate taxes. more
IECC board meets Tuesday
Illinois Eastern Community Colleges trustees will vote on the annual tax levy during their meeting at Olney Central College at 7 p.m. Tuesday.The meeting will begin with a public hearing on the … more
The American Legion Auxiliary Lawrence Unit No. 28 honored and thanked all nursing home veterans on Veterans Day at the United Methodist Village in Lawrenceville and Aperion Care in Bridgeport. All veterans received a U.S.A. banner, a poppy, a pumpkin cookie and a thank you card. Activity directors Jill Dunahee and Shannon Mahrenholz delivered the items to the veterans. Dunahee is shown with Legion Auxiliary president Beverly Sheley.
American Legion Auxiliary honors nursing home veterans on Veterans Day
The American Legion Auxiliary Lawrence Unit No. 28 honored and thanked all nursing home veterans on Veterans Day at the United Methodist Village in Lawrenceville and Aperion Care in Bridgeport. more
Deadline approaching for USDA program for farmers and ranchers impacted by COVID-19
SPRINGFIELD — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) reminds farmers and ranchers to apply for the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program 2 (CFAP 2) by Dec. 11. This program provides direct relief to producers facing market disruptions and associated costs because of COVID-19. more
Illinois State Fire Marshal stresses safety when decorating for the holidays to reduce the risk of fire
SPRINGFIELD — The holidays are here and that means many will be decorating their homes. Hanging up decorations is fun, but keep in mind, holiday decorations can increase your risk for a home fire. more
Extension service offers pesticide testing
Persons interested in being licensed to apply pesticides on their property can be tested in January and February.Testing only for the private pesticide applicator license, required by the Illinois … more
Farm Bureau offers new scholarship
Illinois Farm Bureau’s rich history includes a list of former presidents that reads like an honor roll of well-known and well-respected individuals.In recognition of the past presidents who … more
calendar 12-3-20
Lawrence County Calendar of Events Thursday, Dec. 3 Celebrate Recovery will be held at Fountain Fellowship Worship Center, 701 State Street, Bridgeport, at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5 The … more
menus 12-3-20
Senior Citizens MONDAY Lunch: Pizza burger, baby bakers, mixed vegetables, fruit, bun. TUESDAY Lunch: Beef stroganoff, square potatoes, cottage cheese, fruit, roll. WEDNESDAY … more
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