The Journal-News

Does This Sound Fair To You?

You might find this information interesting regarding your local gas and electric provider, Ameren. At Ultimate Collision Center Inc., after we paint your vehicle, we bake on the finish just like … more

John Harmon, owner of Ultimate Collision Center, Hillsboro | 4/12/21

Litchfield Musuem Back To Normal Hours

Beginning April 1, The Litchfield Museum and Route 66 Welcome Center will be operating under normal hours. We will be welcoming visitors from 10-4 Monday through Saturday, and 1-4 on Sunday. If … more

Anne Jackson, Secretary, Litchfield Museum and Route 66 Welcome Center | 4/5/21

Welcome Home, Vietnam Veterans

Congress signed National Vietnam Veterans Day into law under the Vietnam War Veterans Act of 2017. March 29 signifies the date the last American combat troops were withdrawn from Vietnam. This day … more

Commander Ray Kellenberger, Litchfield VFW Post #3912 | 3/29/21

Is This The Way We Want Witt To Look?

My name is Shawn Cady and I’m running for the mayor of the city of Witt. I’m a graduate of Witt High School and retired from Taylorville Correctional Center. I have lived in Witt … more

Shawn Cady, Witt | 3/22/21

Balance Needs With Revenue/Expenses

I have had several people ask me if I am for building a new school? I believe this is the wrong question. Instead we should ask, what do our students, faculty and staff need and what does … more

John Lentz, Hillsboro | 3/22/21

Let’s Build Up Our Communities And Each Other

Spring is near and people will start to venture outdoors. With the past year bringing COVID-19 and keeping everyone confined to their homes, fresh air and sunlight will be truly … more

Tami Joyce, Witt | 3/22/21

Be Assured They Will Respond When You Call

On Tuesday afternoon (March 9), I watched as our Litchfield Fire Department experienced a “perfect storm” that tested training and established procedures, with our crew rising above the … more

Mayor Steve Dougherty, Litchfield | 3/15/21

Grateful For Bicentennial Banner Support

We needed five. We really wanted eight. We got 24! What a heartwarming show of community spirit and generosity at its best! When the chairmen of the Montgomery County … more

Patty Whitworth, Hillsboro | 3/15/21

Web Was Created So Everyone Had A Voice

Years ago when the web was created in the 1990s there was a goal that everyone who had a voice could air it on the web. Back in the day, any and everyone had a voice. It’s not that … more

Don Hudelson, Hillsboro | 3/15/21

Thank You, Health Department

My compliments to the Montgomery County Health Department covid vaccine team. Since I'm over 65 (old fart), I've been blessed to have received both doses of the vaccine. The vaccine … more

Don Krefft, Litchfield | 3/8/21

My Question Is, Who Is Paying?

Longwall mining subsidence has created a disaster area on Route 185 between Taylor Springs and Coffeen. A large section of both lanes has sunk considerably and traffic is down to one … more

Mike Maccanelli, Butler | 3/8/21

Shout-Out To Parks And Rec Department

Just wanted to give a shout-out to the employees of the Parks and Recreation department for their efforts in picking up trash along and around the roads of both Hillsboro lakes. I drive … more

Joey Holshouser, Hillsboro | 3/1/21

Here’s To The County Health Department

Here’s to a large, joyous round of applause for the Montgomery County Health Department. Sandra and I got our first shot of the COVID-19 vaccine today (Feb. 19) at the Litchfield Community … more

Charles and Sandra Moody, Hillsboro | 3/1/21

Kudos To The County Highway Department

Kudos to the Montgomery County Highway Department. I reported a pothole on a road. It was fixed immediately! Good job, and thanks. more

Kay Grabbe, Fillmore | 3/1/21

Thanks To School Districts And Health Care

After watching the news lately I decided I wanted to express some of my humble views. For a year now we have been challenged with one of the worst–if not the worst–pandemics the world … more

Dave Schweizer, Witt | 2/22/21

What Would Seniors Do Without Social Security

What would all of our seniors do without their Social Security? I knew a man who complained about Social Security for years, but before he died at age 93, he realized it was a good thing. Are … more

Paul Hemken, Sorento | 2/22/21

Please Use Etiquette To Display The Flag

We noticed a few folks in the area were flying the US flag upside down. As most know, this is traditionally seen as a sign of distress. We understand the frustration of seeing policies … more

Chris Dahler, Litchfield Mike Glenn, Nokomis Trever Loafman, Nokomis Greg Springer, Hillsboro Chuck Napier, Litchfield | 2/8/21

Can’t Walk For Fear Of Dogs Chasing Me

I’m writing this letter to the editor in regard to the leash law for dogs. I feel I do not have the privilege of walking due to dogs chasing me and the fear of being attacked. It does not do … more

Betty Rhodes, Hillsboro | 2/8/21

Voted For Trump Because We Know Who He Is

In response to the letter to the editor from Paul Hemken on Jan. 25, you started by stating, “we have all seen the real Trump now.” We, who voted for President Donald John … more

Clara M. Clearwater, Hillsboro | 2/1/21

Thanks And Kudos For Vaccine Distribution

Patty and I wanted to send a note of appreciation as to how efficient the Montgomery County Health Department set up distribution of the Moderna vaccine shots Friday morning in the new county highway … more

Medium Size Ed and Pat Wernsing, Litchfield | 2/1/21