Piatt County news MONTICELLO — For Ray Moefield, restoring a 1959 VW microbus is a labor of love.And one whose work will be featured prominently in a new movie by Monticello native Robin Christian.“I ...

Ever wondered what it’s like to be in the engineer’s seat? Now’s your chance! Throttle Time gives you the rare opportunity to climb into the cab and experience what it feels like to operate a real ...

(Feature Impact) If you’re feeling pain at the pump, you’re not alone. However, it’s not just rising gas prices that can impact your wallet – it might be your own habits on the road that negatively ...

DeLAND — The Deland-Weldon school district plans to build a “non-restrictive” outdoor learning space after receiving a $20,000 donation from the Piatt County Farm Bureau. The project was proposed by ...

In January 2026 the Monticello Police Department dealt with 67 criminal offenses, 5 follow up investigations and 12 911 calls. They gave 52 written warnings and three verbal warnings. The department ...

A new women-led philanthropic initiative has officially taken root in Piatt County. Rooted & Rising ~ Piatt County Women’s Giving Circle was established on February 24,2026, during a Founding Members ...

Kirby Medical Center has announced a leadership transition as Chief Executive Officer Steve Tenhouse retires after 25 years ...

(Feature Impact) In those precious few minutes between waking up and heading out the door or arriving home from school pickup, the pantry is a common destination. Seeking a grab-and-go lunch, sending ...

Tatum Harman of Monticello, Illinois, was recently elected to membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society, at ...

(Feature Impact) While spring may be a season of fresh starts, your reset doesn’t have to include a closet clean-out or juice cleanse. Sometimes the easiest upgrade is simply adding something new, ...

(StatePoint) Cats are famously low-maintenance companions. They don’t need walks, they entertain themselves, and they’re perfectly happy ignoring you for hours at a time. But as any devoted cat owner ...