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Pictured in front, from the left, are Treasurer Kearstynn Davis, President Milla Anderson, Vice President Avery Reynolds and Secretary Sadie Houchlei. In the second row are Anika Cunningham, Peyton Chappelear, Olivia Keiser, Sloan Bertolino, Delaney Adams, Amya Greenwood, Karsyn Greenwood, Brooklyn Kirby, Kamdyn Putnam and Albany Kindernay. In the third row are Mellissa Robinson, Isabella Collins, Luci VanGiesen, Natalie Kuhns, Aleigha Marburger, Jaxon Wittenmyer, Madelyn Reincke, Kendall Peterson and Lexi Downey. In the fourth row are Tony White, Sawyer Hindle, Abraham Putnam, Noah Andrews, Chanse Leibscher, Ethan Hamby and Avery Batty. In the fifth row are Taylor VanOstran, Jenna Durbin, Madison VanOstran, Owen Trader, Kinsley Trader, Amber Carroll and Skylar Durbin. In back are Claire Matthews, Josslyn Kimbro, Derek Hartman, Mark Mattson, Blake Cullison, Olan Lentz and Kaleb Knodle. Not present for the photo were Rylie Jones and Natalie Atkins.
Hillsboro Hosts National Honor Society Induction
Hillsboro High School held its National Honor Society induction ceremony on Wednesday, April 29, in the school gym. National Honor Society is a nationwide organization for high school students in the … more
Construction continues on the campus of Hillsboro Health (formerly Hillsboro Area Hospital). In addition to construction at the main hospital building, another new building is in the works this spring. Located next to the new therapy services building, this building will house a new urology clinic with Dr. Berta Koeppen, as well as expand the hospital’s pain clinic. The new building is set to open in September.
Construction Continues At Hillsboro Health
Veteran Banner Program Seeks Sponsors
The City of Hillsboro is proud to announce a new way to honor those who have served our country right here in town. The Veteran Banner Program will recognize local veterans throughout downtown and … more
Ross Owens of Hillsboro, at right, is preparing to compete in the Donate Life Transplant games as part of Team United States Armed Forces. Owens will compete in nine events. His wife Marie, at left, will also be competing in the games as a caregiver, participating in the 1500 race walk.
Owens Training For Transplant Games
“I’m gonna keep doing it as long as I can do it. I’ve made some lifelong friends there,” said Hillsboro’s Ross Owens about the Donate Life Transplant games, which will be held in Denver, … more
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Hillsboro Church Hosts ImpactLife Blood Drive
Hillsboro will be hosting a community blood drive with ImpactLife on Wednesday, May 20, from 1 to 6 p.m. at the Hillsboro Methodist Church Fellowship Hall located at 537 Rountree St. in Hillsboro. … more
HSHS Invites All To Butterfly Release
HSHS Home Care invites community members to join them for butterfly release ceremonies at locations throughout central Illinois in Effingham, Decatur, Litchfield, Shelbyville and Springfield. HSHS … more
Pictured above, Luanne and Steve Haegele of Alhambra showcase the craft each attendee made as part of the the Trinity Lutheran Church Mother/Daughter banquet.
Trinity Lutheran Hosts Mother/Daughter Banquet
Trinity Lutheran Church of rural Litchfield welcomed attendees to its annual Mother/Daughter Banquet held recently. The setting featured daisy decorations, reflecting the theme: “Bloom where God … more
Raymond Village Board Hears From Residents
The Village of Raymond Board called their regular meeting to order at 7 p.m. on Monday evening, May 4. In attendance were Mayor Dennis Held, Clerk Denise Downey, Treasurer Sally Broaddus and Trustees … more
Krager Memorial Golf Open Will Be Sept. 13
The eighth annual Austin Krager Memorial Golf Open has been scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 13, at Indian Springs Golf Course in Fillmore. Check-in for the event will begin at 8 a.m., and the cost to … more
Two Veterans Set To Be Added To Memorial
According to Montgomery County Clerk/Recorder Sandy Leitheiser, two war veterans who were past or are present residents of the boundaries of the Hillsboro School District will have their names added … more
PANTHER PRESS • Litchfield Seniors Ready For Graduation
Happy Monday, Panthers! The senior countdown is officially over as the class of 2026 completed their final day at LHS last Friday. While the seniors celebrate this milestone, the rest of LHS has … more
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REDSKIN REVIEW • Nokomis Hosts Honors Night Wednesday
Welcome back, Redskin fans! This is the final full week for the seniors! Looking back to last week, the girls fell to Lincolnwood and Tri-City, but defeated Father McGivney. The boys beat … more
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Hillsboro City Council Approves Budget For Coming Year
After a very brief public hearing to discuss the Hillsboro City Council’s budget plans for the 2026-27 fiscal year, the council’s regular meeting began at 7 p.m. the evening of May 5 in city … more
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The St. Louis-based Funky Butt Brass Band will return to Old Settlers in downtown Hillsboro on Wednesday evening, Aug. 5.
Old Settlers Announces Entertainment
The Hillsboro Old Settlers Celebration is excited to announce two nights of live music for this year’s festival, featuring a high-energy mix of funk, soul, and nostalgic soft rock. Kicking things … more
Opposition Prepares For Next CO2 Project
In October of 2023, Navigator CO2 Ventures cancelled its 1,342-mile long CO2 pipeline project that would store captured carbon emissions underground, due in part to substantial opposition in … more
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Pictured above, Carter Webb of Lincolnwood High School demonstrates the value of water-resistant cleaning to trade show attendees John Galer and Earl Meier. Webb was one of seven Montgomery County students who wrapped up their year in the Montgomery CEO program on Tuesday, May 5, at the program’s trade show at the Hillsboro Lions Club. Each student had the opportunity to show off their young businesses and make connections with members of the community as they prepare for their next chapters.
CEO Students Present Businesses At Trade Show
This year’s bright young minds of the Montgomery County CEO (Creating Entrepreneurial Opportunities) program presented their business ventures at the annual trade show hosted at the Hillsboro Lions … more
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Pictured above, young Marshall DeGroot of Morrisonville gives the opening prayer at the Illinois House of Representatives caucus. DeGroot is the son of Avery Bourne and Aaron DeGroot.
DeGroot Prays At House Of Representatives
State Representative Wayne Rosenthal (R-Morrisonville) welcomed Marshall DeGroot, the six-year old son of Avery Bourne and Aaron DeGroot of Morrisonville, to the Illinois House of … more
Nokomis High School Cheerleaders celebrated their 2025-2026 season at their annual banquet. Pictured above, in front, from the left, are Keatyn Brooks, Kenadi Dagon, Zemirah Robertson, Haley Evans and Myka LaChance. In the middle row, from the left, are Brynn Greff, Addison Kirkpatrick, Addelyn Pearse, Alexis Linn and Kiley Lawhorn. In the back row, from the left, are Isabella Lyons, Elissa Probst, Abigail Probst, Zoe Jackson and Autumn Davis.
Nokomis Cheerleaders Celebrate Season
The 2025-2026 Nokomis High School Cheerleading team celebrated a successful season at their annual banquet, recognizing the hard work, dedication and accomplishments of all team members. Throughout … more
Kitchell Memorial Library in Morrisonville and its Board of Trustees recently recognized longtime board member Beth Fuchs on Sunday, April 26. Pictured above, the Kitchell Memorial Library Board of Trustees presents Fuchs with a retirement plaque. From the left are Colby Huddleston, Catherine O’Connell, Melanie Poggenpohl, Beth Fuchs, Marilyn Boston, Deb Forbes and Brian Grundy.
Beth Fuchs Retires From Kitchell Library Board
After nearly 50 years of dedicated service, including 40 years as president, Beth Fuchs has stepped down from the Kitchell Memorial Library in Morrisonville's board of trustees in September of 2025. … more
DRAGON BEAT • Eighth Graders Learn About HHS Sports
Hey there Dragon Beat audience! We are closing out the first full week in May, so that means there are only a couple more weeks left of school until summer. Last week our track members had a … more
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