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Army veteran Terry Schulte stands with niece Shannon Lawrence in front of the Washington Monument, pictured above. Schulte was one of many veterans who took part in this year’s Honor Flights.
Local Army Veterans Take Honor Flights To DC
Two local veterans were recognized with special   Land of Lincoln Honor Flight trips on May 16 and June 20. The free, one day trip is designed to give veterans a chance to visit the … more
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Danny Millburg and Dave Waggoner spent a great deal of time and effort in making sure the former Waggoner High School building remained a centerpiece of their community before both passed away in 2022. Now, there is a lasting reminder of that dedication in two benches installed in front of the Waggoner Centennial Building in their honor.
Two Benches Honor Millburg, Waggoner
It was never a big surprise to see Danny Millburg or Dave Waggoner at the Waggoner Centennial Building before they passed away in 2022, but now friends and family of these two men have a lasting … more
Raymond Village Board Continues Conversations
Raymond Village Board met at 7 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 7, Those present for the meeting included Mayor Denny Held, trustees Greg Bernhardt, Dan Hough, Kendall Snyder, Bruce Poggenpohl, Bill Krager and … more
And just like that the annual Old Settlers celebration is off to the races. The 139th celebration kicked off with pageants on Saturday, Aug. 5, and the Country Fair, car show and community church service on Sunday, Aug. 6. Pictured above, a crowd gathered near the Historic Courthouse in downtown Hillsboro for the 34th annual turtle races, hosted by the Hillsboro Sertoma Club. See inside today’s edition for more coverage of the annual Old Settlers celebration, which continues on Wednesday, Aug. 9 and Thursday, Aug. 10 in downtown Hillsboro.
A Little Sun, A Little Rain, A Lot Of Fun
With the annual car show, fun run, dog show, turtle races, and country fair events, Sunday, Aug. 6, had a little something everyone as the 2023 Old Settlers Celebration kicked off in Hillsboro. more
Five bright, shiny faces will represent the Hillsboro community in the coming year, following the annual Old Settlers pageant, held Saturday evening, Aug. 5, at The Event Center of Montgomery County in Taylor Springs. Pictured above, from the left are 2023 Old Settlers Tiny Toddler Jonah Niehaus, 2023 Little Mister Old Settlers Jackson Craig, 2023 Old Settlers Beautiful Baby Rylan Wright, 2023 Junior Miss Old Settlers Avery Robinson and 2023 Little Miss Old Settlers Avree Meyer.
Old Settlers Pageants Bring Sparkle, Shine
With lots of glitter and sparkles, five new faces were crowned to represent the Hillsboro community on Saturday evening, Aug. 5, at The Event Center of Montgomery County in Taylor Springs for this … more
Deacon CJ Liddell of St. James Baptist in Hillsboro used the sermon text of Ephesians 4:1-6 to encourage the church to live in unity.
Worship Emphasizes Church Unity
The community gathered to worship on the grounds where Old Settlers began Sunday morning, Aug. 6, during the community worship service on the Beckemeyer School grounds, the site of the first Old … more
Old Settlers Celebration Resumes On Wednesday
The 139th Old Settlers Old Settlers Days celebration will continue on Wednesday, Aug. 9, and Thursday, Aug. 10. Wednesday’s events will begin at 4 p.m. when the Old Settlers Art Show opens to … more
Litchfield Passes Raffle Ordinance
A new ordinance regarding raffles was passed by the Litchfield City Council on Thursday, Aug. 3, and will hopefully provide some protections for those considering doing a Queen of Hearts style … more
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Old Settlers Ride Tickets Still Available
Advance tickets are still available to purchase for this year’s Old Settlers celebration to be used on Wednesday, Aug. 9 and Thursday, Aug. 10, in downtown Hillsboro. Due to a miscommunication … more
Old Settlers Begins This Weekend In Downtown Hillsboro
The 2023 Old Settlers Days celebrations will begin this weekend, Saturday, Aug. 5, and Sunday, Aug. 6. This will mark the 139th year for the much loved festival and this year’s theme, … more
Hillsboro Council Discusses Business District Programs
Both the Tax Increment Financing (TIF) and the Facade Improvement Grant program have been instrumental in the rejuvenation of Hillsboro’s downtown, but occasionally a snag appears; that … more
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The new Historical Society of Montgomery County museum is located adjacent to the historical Harkey House. The museum, sitting on the site of the first ever Hillsboro School, is planning to open on Aug. 6, as part of the Old Settlers festivities.
County Museum Aiming For Aug. 6 Opening
The Historical Society of Montgomery County is working hard to prepare the all-new historical county museum this Aug. 6, launching as part of the Old Settlers festivities. While the museum (and … more
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Little Miss Morrisonville Adeline Grundy gets some help from her big brother, Joe Grundy, during the 51st annual Bullfrog Jump at Morrisonville Homecoming and Picnic.
They Leap To Compete At Frog Jump
The 51st annual Bull Frog Jumping Contest was held during Morrisonville’s Homecoming and Picnic on Friday afternoon, July 28. Competitors traveled from throughout Montgomery County and … more
Sgt. John Radanovich
Sgt. Radanovich Will Be Returned To Mt. Olive
The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) announced that U.S. Army Sergeant John W. Radanovich, 23, of Mt. Olive, reported missing during World War II, was accounted for on May 11, 2023 nearly 80 … more
Soil And Water Conservation District Talks Water Pollution
The Montgomery County Soil and Water Conservation District (MCSWCD) met at the Hillsboro Water Treatment Plant on Tuesday, Aug. 1, to discuss the water treatment process and what farmers can do to … more
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Pictured above, in front, from the left are Chloe Atkins, Michelle Balla, Jesse Balla, Mitchell Cunningham, Kim Smith and Alecia Miller. In back are Debbie Atkins, Pastor Matt Ferguson, Leah Hemken, Milla Anderson, Sally Mattson, Mark Mattson, Youth Pastor Cooper Eaker and Izac Zerrusen.
Local Youth Enjoy Mexico Mission Trip
After a nearly three-year hiatus, youth from the Hillsboro Presbyterian Church participated in a five-day mission trip to Rancho 3M Orphanage in Guadalupe, Mexico. Throughout the July 24-29 … more
Linda Liebsher (right) of Cross Over Ministries gives a tour of Haven Home to Ken and Gail Schaal.
Haven Home Of Hope Now Open In Hillsboro
The Haven Home of Hope was prayerfully and joyfully opened with a ribbon cutting and open house on Sunday evening, July 30, in Hillsboro. The home, operated by Cross Over Ministries, began … more
Pictured above, in front, from the left are Extension staff members Andrew Holsinger, Sara Marten, Valerie Belusko, Amanda Cole, Lisa Peterson and Cassie O’Connell. In back are Amanda Cunningham, Connie Niemann, Taylor Pope, Rebecca Livingston, Jessica Jaffry, Alexis Friesland, Lisa White, Beth Groves and Meghan Cope.
Local Extension Bids Farewell To Cole
Community members, staff and friends attended a reception for Amanda Cole, who has served the local University of Extension program for the past 18 years. The reception was held on her last day of … more
Bremer Sanctuary unveiled the newest donation memorial bench, in memory of Jane Bremer Price. Visitors to Bremer can visit the bench on White Oak Trail.
Bremer Sanctuary Unveils New Price Memorial Bench
Bremer Sanctuary is excited to announce the newest donated memorial bench. Jane Bremer Price, daughter of Jesse and Eunice Bremer and cousin of Helen and Betty Bremer has a wonderful and meaningful … more
Ad Hoc Committee Meets Ameren Representatives
Members of the carbon sequestration ad hoc committee of the Montgomery County Board held their second meeting on Tuesday, July 18, at the Historic Courthouse in downtown Hillsboro. There were about … more
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