NOMINATIONS ARE OPEN!
The Randolph Society Foundation Board has begun the nomination process for its annual awards to honor outstanding historical citizens of Randolph County and their achievements.
“The Randolph Society Foundation Board is seeking to honor the prominent men and women who contributed to Randolph County by living extraordinary lives,” said Dr. Marc Kiehna, founding member of the Randolph Society Foundation. “We encourage everyone that knows of a person of special merit to submit their nomination to the Randolph Society Foundation for consideration.”
Nominations may be made by contacting Dr. Marc Kiehna, the Randolph Society Foundation Board Chairman, by email at mkiehna@randolphcountyil.gov, or by mail at the following address:
Dr. Marc Kiehna
Randolph County Courthouse
1 Taylor Street
Chester, IL 62233
Nominations should include a name, picture, and a narrative highlighting why the individual is worthy of being honored. Examples of previous honorees can be found on the Randolph Society website.
The nominations are open to everyone and will be accepted through November 13, 2025. Nominees must have passed away at least 5 years ago to be considered. The Foundation Board will review the applicants and select up to 5 nominees. The awards will be announced in the spring of 2026, with a special reception to be held soon after.
The honorees will have a special plaque that tells their story of significant contribution displayed on a prominent wall in the Randolph County Courthouse. The plaques will hang in the designated area of the Courthouse on permanent display and be available to the public for viewing during normal County business hours. The Randolph Society honorees are highlighted on a special website: randolphsociety.org.
The Randolph Society 