04.10.2013

Dixon and Carstens to Exchange Vows in May

Frank Dixon of Cornell and Roy and Linda Koenig of Flangan are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Lindsay Dixon, to Jonathan Carstens, son of Rodney and Brenda Carstens of Flanagan and Terry and Lisa Welch of Flanagan.
The ...more

04.9.2013

Delaney and Zabaneh to wed

Shannon Delaney and Marco Zabaneh of Quincy, Illinois announce their engagement and upcoming marriage.

Parents of the future bride are Daniel and Debra Delaney of Emington, Illinois. Parents of the future groom are Antonio and Chena ...more

04.2.2013

Gundy and Smith to Wed

Gary & Carolyn Gundy of Flanagan, Illinois are pleased to announce the engagement of their son, Darin Gundy, to Kelsey Smith, daughter of Snuffy & Carol Smith, of Celina, Ohio.

The groom-to-be is a 2008 graduate of Flanagan-Cornell High ...more

02.12.2013

Temple Applegate to Exchange Vows

Jessica Temple, Rockwall Texas and Tom Applegate, Rockwall Texas, formerly of Pontiac, IL are engaged to be wed on March 23, 2013.
Jessica is the daughter of Kevin and Lorraine Temple of McLendon-Chisholm, Texas. She graduated from Texas ...more

02.10.2013

Jennifer Allen says "I Do" to Paul Tharp in July

Jennifer L. Allen, daughter of Jeff and Lori Allen of rural Pontiac, and Paul M. Tharp, son of Curt and Annette Tharp of Pontiac, are pleased to announce their engagement and upcoming wedding!

Jennifer is a 2010 graduate of The Vet Tech ...more

02.5.2013

Sarah Davis and Isaac Shields to Wed in May

Sidney and Hilda Davis of Pontiac are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Sarah Lizet, to Isaac John, son of Rev. William and Lisa Shields of Lindenhurst, Illinois.

The bride-to-be is a 2012 graduate of the University ...more

01.23.2013

Sarah Wiechmann to wed Aaron Meiners

Sarah Wiechmann to wed Aaron Meiners



Sarah Wiechmann of Pontiac and Aaron Meiners of Pontiac are announcing their engagement and May wedding.



The bride-to-be is the daughter of Bob and Lucy ...more

12.26.2012

Ashton Isenberg & Robert Melchert

Ashton Isenberg, of Pontiac, IL & Robert Melchert, of Tinley Park, IL, together with their families are delighted to announce their engagement and upcoming marriage!

Ashton is a 2005 graduate of PTHS, a 2008 graduate of DeVry University ...more

08.31.2012

Margaret Robisky and Allen Martin

John Robisky and Carol Robisky of Cullom are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Margaret M. Robisky to Allen V. Martin, son of John and Arlene Martin, of Flanagan, Illinois. The bride-to-be graduated with a bachelor's degree in ...more

08.15.2012

Schultz and Zehr to Exchange Vows in January

Bill and Mary Laura Schultz of Pontiac are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Kaitlyn, to Matthew Zehr, son of Glenn and Jan Zehr, also of Pontiac, IL.
The bride-to-be is a 2011 graduate of Augustana College and a 2007 ...more

07.1.2012

Potter and Giffhorn to Wed in October

Rachel Rebekah Potter and Leslie Ivan Giffhorn, both of Washington, IL, will wed on October 13, 2012 at St. Monica's Catholic Church in East Peoria, IL.
Rachel is the daughter of Rebecca Vrane of Benton, IL, and James and Denise Potter of ...more

06.26.2012

Dustin Gerdes and Julie McGowan to wed

Julie McGowan and Dustin Gerdes, both of Chicago, have chosen August 11, 2012 as their wedding date. Julie is the daughter of Pat and Marilyn McGowan of Aurora, IL, a graduate of Marquette University and Northwestern University with an MBA in ...more

06.20.2012

Mueller-Marquis Wedding

Steve and Tina Mueller, Pontiac, are pleased to announce the upcoming marriage of their daughter, Brooke, to Zac Marquis, son of Tom and Ronda Marquis, Princeton, Illinois.

Brooke and Zac are both seniors at the University of Illinois, ...more

06.18.2012

Petersen and Smith to Exchange Vows in September

Scott and Sarah Petersen of Pontiac are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Jamie, to Eric Smith, son of Steve and Jaynet Smith, of Flanagan, IL.
The bride-to-be is a 2010 graduate of Lincoln College Normal and a 2007 ...more

05.25.2012

Rients-Spencer Wedding

Jeff and Patti Rients of Flanagan are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Jessica Rients to Steven Spencer, son of Craig and Ellen Spencer, also of Flanagan.

Jessica is a 2010 graduate of Bradley University. She is ...more

05.15.2012

Jessica Oester and Tim McKinley to Wed

Daniel and Patti Oester of Flanagan are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Jessica Oester to Tim McKinley, son of Frank and Lori McKinley, also of Flanagan.

The bride-to-be is a 2011 graduate of Loyola University ...more

04.22.2013

Rients-Spencer

Jessica Rients and Steven Spencer, both of Flanagan, were married on September 29th, 2012 at St. Petri Lutheran Church in Flanagan, IL.

The bride's parents are Jeff and Patti Rients of Flanagan. The groom's parents are Craig and Ell ...more

02.18.2013

Gerdes - McGowan Wedding

Dustin Gerdes and Julie McGowan of Chicago were married on August 11, 2012 at Cantigny Rose Garden in Winfield, IL. A reception followed at the Hilton of Naperville. Maid of Honor was sister of the bride, Kelly McGowan and Best Man was Cole ...more

07.27.2012

LaMantia-Myers Wedding

Jason Lee Myers and Jennifer Lynn LaMantia were married on April 21, 2012. The wedding took place at St. Edna's Catholic Church in Arlington Heights, IL. at 3:00 in the afternoon. The reception followed at Eaglewood Resort in Itasca, IL.
The ...more

06.15.2012

Dunahee and Brown wed in Tennessee

Allyssa Dunahee and Andrew Brown became Mr. and Mrs. Brown on June 7, 2012 in an outdoor ceremony at the Spring Haven Mansion in Hendersonville, TN. The bride's parents are Kevin and Beth Dunahee of Pontiac, IL. The groom's parents are Betty ...more

05.27.2012

Charlier and Egan Wedding

Michelle Charlier, daughter of Robert and Joye Charlier of Leland, wed Tim Egan, son of John and Madonna Egan of Orland Park. The wedding took place on the beach in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on May 5th in front of family and friends. The couple ...more

05.23.2013

Holloway's welcome baby boy

Chad (formerly of Pontiac) and Kelly Holloway of Farmington, IL are happy to announce the birth of their first child, Colt Michael Holloway. Colt was born February 12, 2013, at 6:02 pm at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL. He weighed 7 l ...more

04.26.2013

John Allison Celebrates 85 Years

John Allison of rural Pontiac will celebrate his 85th birthday with a family lunch and a card shower on May 11.
He was born in Pontiac on May 17, 1928. He married Joy Asper in Pontiac on September 11, 1946. They were married 54 years before ...more

04.2.2013

Gaspardos welcome baby girl

Joe and Kristy (Bressner) Gaspardo of Minonk, IL are happy to announce the birth of their first child, Brenna Ellen Gaspardo. Brenna was born February 20, 2013, at 3:03 am at Advocate BroMenn Medical Center in Normal, IL. She weighed 8 lbs 4 oz and ...more

01.31.2013

The Schall's Celebrate 50th Anniversary

Richard L. and Lois (Sewell) Schall celebrated their 50th Anniversary with a 2 week cruise to Hawaii. They were married on Jan. 25th, 1963 by Judge Silberzan. Richard and Lois are the parents of 4 children: Bunny K., Winchester, TN; Debra ...more

01.21.2013

Whatelys celebrate 35th anniversary

The Whatelys
35 Years Ago
Art and Patsy Whately of Fairbury, Illinois celebrated their 35th wedding anniversary with a reception given by their children. Art Whately and Patsy Geltz were married on January 21, 1978 at St. Mary Catholic ...more

10.20.2012

McNamaras celebrate 50th Anniversary

Jerry McNamara and Joan Kinkade McNamara will celebrate their 50th Anniversary on Saturday, November 10, 2012. There will be a reception with food and a cash bar at the Dwight Country Club from 1:00pm - 4:00pm. Bring happy memories to the event. No ...more

08.30.2012

Stawierys Welcome Baby Boy

John and Erica Stawiery of Roselle, IL are happy to announce the birth of their first child, John Louis Stawiery. John Louis was born on August 17, 2012 in Arlington Heights, IL. John weighed 8 lbs. 5 oz. and was 21 inches long. Maternal ...more

08.7.2012

Rhodas to Celebrate 50th Anniversary

Richard & Judy Rhoda of Fairbury will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with an Open House given by their children. It will be held on Sunday, August 19 from 2 - 5 pm at the Davis Lodge - Lake Bloomington, 25432 Davis Lodge Rd, Hudson ...more

07.17.2012

Daren and Marcia Cox 50th Wedding Anniversary

Daren and Marcia Cox of Pontiac, Illinois recently celebrated their 50th anniversary at a family gathering in Charleston, IL. Daren Cox married Marcia Spaniol on July 22, 1962 at the Cornell Methodist Church in Cornell, IL. They have three ...more

07.5.2012

Rowe Blissard 80th Birthday Open House

Rowe Blissard of Strawn will celebrate his 80th Birthday with an open house from 2-5pm July 28th at St. John's Lutheran Church Parish Hall in Sibley, IL.



He was born July 27, 1932 in Strawn, the eldest son of Russell and ...more

07.3.2012

Householders to celebrate 65th anniverary

Ray and Alice Householder of Fairbury, Illinois will be celebrating 65 years of marriage on July 20, 2012. Ray Householder married Alice Swanson on July 20, 1947 at the First United Methodist Church in Pontiac, Illinois. The couple has one son, ...more

07.1.2012

Smithson's welcome baby girl

Kara Marie Smithson was born at 3:27pm on June 17, 2012 (fathers day). Weighing 9.5lbs and 22 inches long. Parents are Shannan and Stephanie Smithson of Chenoa, IL. Brothers are Konnor and Kaden Smithson. Maternal grandparents are Doug Bell of ...more

05.14.2012

Campbell's Celebrate 25 years

Todd and Patsy Campbell will celebrate 25 years of marriage on May 16, 2012. They have 2 daughters Emily (20) and Abby (18). They were married May 16, 1987 at Immaculate Conception Church in Manito. The Campbell's plan to enjoy the summer with ...more

05.9.2012

Hinzs welcome baby girl

Tom and Jami Hinz of Pontiac, IL are the proud parents of their second child, Evelyn Grace. Evelyn was born April 24, 2012 at 7:37 am at St. Joseph's Medical Center in Bloomington, IL. She weighed 7 pounds 15 ounces and was 20 inches long. She is ...more