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Trustee Tax Sale Runs Now Through July 14

Montgomery County has completed their tax deed proceedings on real estate properties that were delinquent for 2019 and prior real estate taxes. As trustee, the county will now offer the real estate … more

6/26/23

Jayden (left) and Keagan (right) Marten, the founders of The Ice Box, a new shaved ice food truck that will be located in downtown Hillsboro and Litchfield.

Marten Brothers Open New Shaved Ice Spot

For the Marten brothers, shaved ice has always been special. “We were there just about every day,” Jayden Marten explained, “Our parents could have gone bankrupt buying us shaved … more

by Isaiah Atkins | 6/26/23

Mental Health Board Forms New Sub-Committee

Montgomery County Community Mental Health Board (708 Board) President Dan Hough announced at their recent meeting held Monday, June 12, that the 708 Board has formed a sub-committee to address the … more

6/26/23

LLCC students participated in the LLCC Agricultural Study Abroad program in May.Particpants embarked on a ten day tour of Ireland. Pictured above from the left are, Pierce Gwinn, Logan Armstrong, Liz Hayden, Peri Andras, Shaylee Maddox, Morgan Black, Grace McCurdy, Kaitlyn Zeedyk, Kylie Schakel, Maggie McClelland, Maycee Cordes and Caedyn Finneran. In the middle row are Matt Crow, Wyatt Mahoney, Mallory Bowers, Genesis Stockton, Hadley Broadwater, Morgan Edwards, Elisabeth Lee, Natalie Lavin, Lizzy Hoppe, Brittany Slightom, Luke Adams, Blaine Gilley, George Jacaway IV and Wes Bland. In the back row are Cole Repscher, Alex Sidener, Will Jenkins, and Klayton Komnick.

Lincoln Land Students Study Ag in Ireland

Will Jenkins, Maggie McClelland and Brittany Slightom, all of Raymond, were among the 30 Lincoln Land Community College students who participated in a ten-day agricultural industry tour in Ireland … more

6/26/23

Alexis Lessman of Hillsboro is all smiles as they announced her name as this year's 2023 Miss Montgomery County Fair Queen during the opening day of the 37th Montgomery County Fair in Butler on Wednesday evening, June 21. Also crowned that night were 2023 Junior Miss Montgomery County Nataleigh Jackson of Hillsboro and 2023 Little Miss Montgomery County Fair Karsyn Jones of Hillsboro.

Pageant Shines To Open County Fair In Butler

It was all sparkles and shine to open the 37th Montgomery County Fair in Butler on Wednesday evening, June 21. Mary Bishop, president of the Montgomery County Fair Board, welcomed everyone to … more

6/22/23

Zoning Issue Decided By Hillsboro City Council

Again a zoning issue on Adams Street (behind Bass Patton Dean Funeral Home and the CVS drug store) drew a contingent from the neighborhood to the Hillsboro City Council meeting on Tuesday evening, … more

by Ron Deabenderfer | 6/22/23

MCCA Plans Birthday Party To Celebrate

Oprah Winfrey once said, "Surround yourself with only people who are going to lift you higher." And that's just what volunteers with the Montgomery County Cancer Association have planned this … more

6/22/23

HHS graduate Shaw Riggs will be playing the lead role of Drew Boley when Rock of Ages opens at the Springfield Muni this weekend.

Riggs Takes Center Stage At Muni

"I just love performing," said Hiltopper graduate Shaw Riggs. "As long as I'm on the stage, then I'm happy." A 2021 graduate of Hillsboro High School, Riggs will be playing the lead role of Drew … more

by Mary (Galer) Herschelman | 6/22/23

Steve and Patty Beal of Waggoner stand in front of the display cases at Beal's M&M Museum, the culmination of almost 40 years of collecting M&M memorabilia. While it's Steve's collection for the most part, Patty is an active participant as well, sometimes ordering items that she thinks may be a good fit for the collection. "She's just as nuts as I am," Beal said. "I admit I’m an addict. She’s in denial."

Beal's Museum A Pretty Sweet Spot

With more than $900 million in sales last year alone, M&M’s have been a favorite for those with a sweet tooth from far and wide since their introduction in 1941. But for some, the love of … more

by Kyle Herschelman | 6/22/23

Construction Projects On Litchfield Agenda

Progress was on the minds of the Litchfield School Board members when they met for their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday evening, June 20, at the Unit Office building. Board members Jimmy Gorowski … more

by Mary (Galer) Herschelman | 6/22/23

Business As Usual For Raymond Village Board

The meeting of Raymond Village Board was called to order at 7:08 p.m. on Monday, June 19. Those present for the meeting included Mayor Denny Held, trustees Dan Hough, Bill Krager, Ryan Bruntjen and … more

6/22/23

Happy 200th Birthday Hillsboro, an illustrated book commemorating Hillsboro’s bicentennial year, is now available for purchase. From the left, are cover illustrator Don Downs, editor Barb Hewitt, illustrator Danielle Seago and writer Dr. Patty Whitworth.

Local Authors Release New Title In Hillsboro Series

Happy 200th Birthday Hillsboro is the title of the newest illustrated tale in the Hillsboro series.Written in celebration of Hillsboro’s bicentennial year, the book takes readers on a tour of … more

6/22/23

A new monarch butterfly sculpture was installed along Interstate 55 Thursday to welcome travelers to the Route 66 Prairie north of Litchfield.

Monarch Sculpture At Home On Route 66 Prairie

Actual monarch butterflies fluttered about to welcome a new icon for their habitat north of Litchfield on Thursday, June 15, when a 750-pound monarch butterfly sculpture was installed to welcome … more

6/20/23

Montgomery County Fair Opens On Wednesday

The Montgomery County Fair will return to the county fairgrounds in Butler next week, Wednesday, June 21, through Sunday, June 25. This year’s fair is packed full of events and sure to offer … more

6/20/23

City Of Hillsboro Ready To Celebrate 200 Years

Get ready to celebrate. The City of Hillsboro will celebrate its bicentennial year with a birthday party at Central Park on Saturday morning, June 24. The 200th Birthday party will begin at 11 … more

6/20/23

Olde Tyme Tractor Show Begins Saturday, July 15

The 25th annual Olde Tyme Tractor Show will be held on Saturday, July 15, and Sunday, July 16, at Lake Hillsboro Park. The two-day show boasts entertainment for all ages. Registration opens at 9 … more

6/20/23

The George Press will close its doors in Litchfield this June. Pictured above, from the left are Chrissy Heimann, Alison Kuehn and Bob Corrado.

George Press To Close Up

If you've had something printed in the last 50 years, from raffle tickets to posters, chances are you've been to The George Press in Litchfield. The staple print shop will be closing its doors to … more

by Mary (Galer) Herschelman | 6/20/23

Road Projects Move Forward In Litchfield

Members of the Litchfield City Council met on Thursday, June 15, for their second meeting of the month at Corwin Hall. The council approved six motions before going into closed session at 6:49 … more

6/20/23

Derek Beckman was the recipient of this year’s 3M Firefighters Scholarship for the 2023-2024 school year. Above, from the left, are Craig Bridges, Dan Barnett, Rick Broaddus, Scholarship Recipient: Derek Beckman, Debbie Christopher, Alan Diaber, Andy Ruyle and Mark Meyer.

Fillmore Native Receives Scholarship

Derek Beckman, a Fillmore native, has been awarded the 3M Firefighters Scholarship for the 2023-24 school year. Beckman completed his first year at Lincoln Land Community College pursuing a … more

6/20/23

After nearly three decades as Schram City Village Treasurer, Lois Guinn has entered retirement and her granddaughter, Courtney Guinn, will take her place.

Guinn Retires As Village Treasurer

Members of the Schram City Village board paid special recognition to longtime village treasurer Lois Guinn who has retired after nearly 28 years of service during their monthly board meeting held … more

by Bethany Martin | 6/20/23