The pickup window for Menard County Child Welfare Board's Holiday Assistance program gifts is Tuesday, Dec. 17 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Methodist Church, 202 Gay St. Parents, save the date for the Methodist Church's Shoe Blessing on January 11. Families can purchase brand new shoes for school age children for just $3/pair. Details to come. Santa will be at Club Victoria for Santa's Next Sto...