The Republican Central Committee last night voted to appoint White County Deputy Sheriff Randy Graves to finish the term of retiring Sheriff Doug Maier. Maier addressed the group stating he had served in law enforcement for 39 years and 18 of those … [Read More...]
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Austrian Man Seeks Former Owner of Rare Automobile From Norris City
The Villagers’ Voice recently received this email from a young man in Austria: "My name is Christian or Chris. I'm from Austria, a tiny country in the middle of Europe. Im writing you because maybe you can help me in a long … [Read More...]
NORRIS CITY CELEBRATES ITS SESQUICENTENNIAL IN 2021
By Edward Oliver It does not seem like it has been fifty years since Norris City celebrated its Centennial in 1971. We had a year long celebration starting with Dairy Days in 1970 until the final celebration on Dairy Days in … [Read More...]
Omaha Board Debates Clarida’s Water Tower Involvement, Secretary Threatens Resignation
The Omaha Village board appeared to move toward a decision about water tower repairs at their monthly meeting on January 11 as the group met in person at 7 p.m. in the Village Hall. Questions were raised by the trustees about the … [Read More...]
Chicago and Illinois Departments of Public Health confirm first Illinois case of the COVID-19 variant first seen in the United Kingdom
The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) and Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) on Friday announced the first case in Illinois of the SARS-CoV-2 variant B.1.1.7 first identified in the United Kingdom. The case was … [Read More...]
Rep. Darren Bailey Now Sworn in as Senator Darren Bailey
Bailey excited to begin 102nd General Assembly On the first day of the Illinois General Assembly Wednesday, State Senator Darren Bailey (R-Louisville) took the oath of office and is beginning his first term in the Senate. … [Read More...]
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After January, Library Board Changes Meeting Day
The January Norris City Library board meeting is scheduled for January 14 at 4:30 p.m. Going forward, the board meetings will meet on the second Thursday of every month (instead of the 1st Thursday). Call the library if you have any questions. … [Read More...]
WHITE COUNTY SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF NOMINATIONS
To all persons of legal voting age who own or reside on land located within the boundaries of the White County Soil and Water Conservation District. Nominations are being accepted for the two year term of the office of Director of the White County … [Read More...]
Marriage Licenses
January 2021 Robert Earl Grogan, Carmi and Mary E. Williams, Carmi Thomas Kevin Lewis, Broughton and Rebecca Lynn Warren, Broughton Jason Lee Futch, Harrisburg and Jennifer Lynn Casteel, Harrisburg Scott Eugene Digby, Springerton and Brittany … [Read More...]
Egyptian Health Opens Covid-19 Vaccination Wait List
Egyptian Health Department has opened a COVID-19 Vaccination Wait-List for individuals in Phase 1A and 1B who have not yet received their COVID-19 vaccine. … [Read More...]
The Book Report – January 27
By Denise Karns and Jody Travelstead Valentine’s Day is coming up and we want to show our appreciation for our younger readers! The Norris City Library Gardeners have put together activity packets for kids to take home beginning February 8th. … [Read More...]
Nancy J. Winter, CPA – Can You Claim Head of Household?
For IRS purposes, a head of household is generally an unmarried taxpayer who has dependents and paid for more than half the costs of the home. Claiming this status can lead to a lower taxable income and greater potential refund than the single filing … [Read More...]
Deputy Sheriff Randy Graves Recommended To Step Into Sheriff’s Role as Maier Announces Retirement
The Republican Central Committee last night voted to appoint White County Deputy Sheriff Randy Graves to finish the term of retiring Sheriff Doug Maier. Maier addressed the group stating he had served in law enforcement for 39 years and 18 of those … [Read More...]
Update from IL State Senate: Criminal Justice Reform Bill and Others
By Senator Darren Bailey Illinois lawmakers are back at work in their districts after the rapid-fire lame-duck session that wrapped up the previous week. Numerous controversial bills were rushed through at all hours of the day and night during the … [Read More...]
Eight New Cases of COVID-19 Variant Reported in Cook County
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) today announced eight additional Illinois cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) variant B.1.1.7, first identified in the United Kingdom. Health … [Read More...]
Governor Pritzker Announces COVID-19 Vaccination Website
Coronavirus.Illinois.Gov Will Host Vaccination Locations, Vaccination Appointment Information, FAQs, & Updates on Vaccination Plan Building on the state’s progress as it moves into the early stages of Phase 1B of the COVID-19 Vaccination … [Read More...]