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Pictured above are Montgomery County Democrat precinct committeemen and party officers elected at the reorganizational meeting on Wednesday, May 18. From the left are Greg Springer, Randy Singler, Mike Glenn, Jim Overholtz, Perry Jackson, Kathy Rogers, Paul Sellers, Melanie Sherer, Chase Wilhelm, Kathy Painter, Michael Collins, Chuck Napier and Tim Fogle. Not pictured but present are Jim Moore, Jimmy Evans and Sherri Lanter Cook.

The Montgomery County Democrat Central Committee elected Chase Wilhelm of Fillmore as party president at a reorganizational meeting on Wednesday, April 17, at the Historic Courthouse in Hillsboro. … more

4/22/24

County Republicans Elect New Officers At Meeting

The Montgomery County Central Republican Committee met for the county convention on Wednesday evening, April 17, at the new courthouse in downtown Hillsboro. By state statute, the group has to meet … more

4/22/24

Extension Offers Taste Of Local Programming

More than 50 local residents attended the second annual Taste of Extension program on Friday evening, April 19, at the University of Illinois Extension office in Hillsboro. Participants enjoyed … more

4/22/24

Eric Kohnen of Poettker Construction led a tour of the Litchfield Early Childhood Center prior to the regular monthly board meeting of the Litchfield School Board on Tuesday evening, April 16. The facility, which was formerly JD Colt Elementary School, will be open this fall for pre-kindergarten through first grade students. Journal-News/Mary Herschelman

Litchfield Board Tours Early Childhood Center

"It's really getting there," said Litchfield Superintendent Dr. Greggory Fuerstenau. He and Eric Kohnen of Poettker Construction led a tour of the Litchfield Early Childhood Education Center prior to … more

by Mary (Galer) Herschelman | 4/18/24

Hillsboro Council Discusses Repairs For Sewer Lift Station

Financial decisions and discussions about future actions or inactions were highlights of the Hillsboro City Council when they met in regular session Tuesday evening, April 16, in city hall. As … more

by Ron Deabenderfer | 4/18/24

Hillsboro runner Laura Lessman gives a high-five to a young spectator around mile three of the Boston Marathon on Monday, April 15.

Hillsboro Runner Finishes Third Boston Marathon

“You’re here. You’re doing something that you love, something others would love to be able to do. It’s a privilege to run. And you can be upset that it’s not your best … more

by Mary (Galer) Herschelman | 4/18/24

Powerlifters gathered at Lincoln Plaza in downtown Hillsboro on Saturday, April 13, for the first Raise The Bar Agaist Cancer powerlifting meet. In front, from the left, are Kyle Holcomb, Rod Stewart, Bobby Johnson, Heather Greenwood, Eric Rabich, Gage Miles and Enon Greenwood. In back, from the left, are Amanda Durkin, Kevin Simburger, Marcus Williams, Tyler Lentz, Ray Wille, Nick Scroggins and Tommy Moxey. Not pictured is Josh Lang.

Raise The Bar Against Cancer Holds First Meet

Raise The Bar gym in Hillsboro recently held its first Raise The Bar Against Cancer powerlifting challenge on Saturday, April 13, at Lincoln Plaza. A total of $500 was raised for the Montgomery … more

4/18/24

Personnel Discussion To Continue At Litchfield

Members of the Litchfield City Council are scheduled to discuss the employment of Economic Development Director Tonya Flannery during their meeting on Thursday, April 18, after tabling four motions … more

4/18/24

Coal Mine Officials Still Analyzing Sinkhole Data

Officials from Deer Run Mine have been on site of a 95-foot wide sink hole along Illinois Route 185 between Hillsboro and Coffeen. According to EMA Deputy Director Dan Hough officials are still … more

4/18/24

Raymond Village Board Prepares For Summer

Mayor Denny Held called the monthly Raymond Village Board meeting to order at 7:18 p.m. on Monday, April 15. Those in attendance included Trustees Ryan Bruntjen, Dan Hough, Kendall Snyder and … more

4/18/24

‘Give Grant A Lift’ Hosts Drive Through Lunch

The Give Grant a Lift drive through lunch fundraiser will be held on Friday, May 3, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the CNB Bank Parking Lot, located at 549 S. Main St. in Hillsboro. Donators can choose … more

4/18/24

Harvest Of Hope Hosts Its Spring Food Drive

Harvest of Hope Food Pantry will be holding its Spring into Action Food Drive on Saturday, April 20, from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Food will be collected at Capri IGA in Hillsboro, Dollar General in … more

4/18/24

Aumann Auctions has acquired multiple automobiles from 2023's Oscar nominated film, "Killers Of The Flower Moon," to be auctioned off online, beginning on Sunday, April 28.

Aumann Auctions Off 'Flower Moon' Vehicles

Aumann Auctions is proud to announce the acquisition of ten vehicles featured in the Oscar-nominated movie “Killers of the Flower Moon,” starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert De Niro. … more

4/18/24

Members of the Litchfield Revitalization Committee gather to help clean up around town.

Litchfield Revitalization Committee Cleans Up

Last weekend, roughly 50 volunteers gathered at Kismet Coffee Co. in Litchfield for a community clean-up initiative organized by the Beautification Committee with The City of Litchfield’s … more

4/18/24

Lippard Honored For 50 Years Of Safe Driving

Stan Lippard of Hillsboro has been recognized by the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) for 50 years of safe, accident-free driving of a commercial tractor-trailer. The OOIDA Safe … more

4/18/24

Ribbon Cutting Will Celebrate Farmersville Ball Field

The ball fields in Montgomery County’s panhandle have never looked better and the Farmersville Waggoner Athletic Association (FWAA) is inviting the community to come and see some the latest … more

4/18/24

Hillsboro Mayor Don Downs signs a proclamation for National Volunteer Week at Hillsboro City Hall on Tuesday afternoon, April 16. Pictured above, in front, from the left are Lyn Fugate, April Leetham, Anne Huber, Hillsboro Mayor Don Downs and Carol Herrin. In back are Bob Schwandner, Doug Johnson, Ginger Barnes, Nancy Hindle, Mable Murray, Pam DeLong and Janece Neunaber.

April Marks National Volunteer Week

“It’s the things that people do to help others that make this a great community,” said Hillsboro Mayor Don Downs. Joined by nearly a dozen local volunteers, Mayor Downs signed … more

4/18/24

Pictured above, owner Dane Bondurant, at right, visits with customers at the open house.

Bondurant Plumbing Celebrates 15 Years

Bondurant Plumbing celebrated 15 years of business with an open house on Saturday, April 13. Customers enjoyed a free lunch at the shop, located at 204 Smith Road in Hillsboro. In addition, they gave … more

4/18/24

McKay Cruise-In Helps Make-A-Wish

McKay NAPA Auto Parts will hold their fourth annual Strut Your Stuff Cruise-In to benefit Make-A-Wish Illinois on Saturday, May 4, at 12 p.m. with a cost of $20 per vehicle. The event will be held at … more

4/18/24

Pictured above is Jump’s 2018 award winning entry, his grandfather’s 1977 MG. The show features cars of all makes, models and years and including all kinds of modifications as well as stock.

Jump Handed Keys To Old Settlers Car Show

One of the many staples of each August’s Old Settlers Celebration is the annual car show, which for the past 41 years has filled downtown Main St. with impressive cars and vehicles of all makes … more

by Isaiah Atkins | 4/18/24