Independence Day is approaching, and fireworks will soon dominate the sky. The Illinois Insurance Association and its member companies encourage residents to choose professional fireworks shows … more

For the past 20 days I have been a patient at Montgomery Nursing and Rehab for the purpose of therapy following a left hip joint replacement on May 5. Hannah, Nadine and Vickie were diligent and … more

We just wanted to thank you for publishing Mike Plunkett’s Memorial Day address in the May 30 edition of The Journal-News . His stories about courageous veterans are much more genuine than … more

I wonder who is running Montgomery County. The governor puts out billions of dollars in road repairs, and yet Illinois Route 16 from Hillsboro to Ohlman is in a shambles. The governor sends … more

As we celebrate nurses across the country for National Nurses Week (May 6-12), I am deeply appreciative of our nursing colleagues who provide exceptional care to those served by Hospital Sisters … more

When plans were made for the Litchfield Museum and Route 66 Welcome Center, we had three goals.  We wanted to help develop a better appreciation of our community, our citizens and our … more

This year marks the tenth anniversary of the Litchfield Museum and Route 66 Welcome Center.   It has been a fast, fun ten years for sure. We plan to mark the occasion by having a … more

April 23-29 is National Library Week.   I would like to take a second to write about my own personal love affair with libraries and books. Reading and being read to has been a part of my … more