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Dear Editor,   The United States is in a turbulent time. On July 3, with much arm twisting by Trump’s little Johnson as Speaker of the House, MAGA cultists were able to pass the … more
Dear Editor,   Summer brings with it a full calendar – vacations, barbecues, and time with family and friends. At the Hillsboro Post Office, we’re here to make sure … more
I keep a list of topics I intend to ramble about; but inevitably before I sit down to write, something I read or hear jumps new thoughts to my mind and then to my pen. It just happened again. I … more
This is in response to the mayor’s comments in the June 30 edition. I respect the mayor’s passion and service for Hillsboro, but I strongly disagree with his portrayal of events and the … more
Dear Editor, In August 2023, I made my first trip to Hillsboro at the request of Jim May, Parks Superintendent. I met with Mr. May and Mayor Downs at City Hall to discuss a timber sale for the … more
Dear Editor,   Over the past few months, there has been much discussion regarding Hillsboro’s supposed “ban” of the American flag. Unfortunately, there has been a … more
Some of my favorite summer memories growing up come from my second favorite holiday- Independence Day.   (Sorry not sorry, Christmas comes first). Like many other families in the Midwest, … more
One of the great films of the last 50 years turned 50 last Friday, June 20, as 1975’s “Jaws” celebrated its golden anniversary. I watched it twice. I remember the first time I saw … more
The United States Postal Service (USPS) is on the brink of a self-induced collapse. The failed policies of the Delivering for America Plan have driven away customers through a combination of sky-high … more
The Christiana Tillson Chapter of the NSDAR in cooperation with The Journal News will be providing a monthly article pertaining to the build up to the Revolutionary War. The articles are for … more
Farmers are still fighting the rains as they try to get into the fields. Finally the Wares Grove Church basement addition and refreshing of the church interior is finished. The whole congregation had … more
We are moooving through June with lots of summer events to look forward to. June is Dairy Month and a wonderful time to enjoy a bowl of ice cream or an iced latte – both of which support the … more
Something not many people know about me is that I have a huge sweet tooth. If there is a choice between two foods, I will usually go for the sweeter option: cookies over chips, grapes over carrots, … more
Born in 1943, I graduated from Marion Center High School in western Pennsylvania in 1961 at the tender age of 17. I didn’t reach 18 until six months later. In retrospect, that “year … more
May is the time to plant both the garden and the fields. Too much rain during the month frustrates everyone’s efforts to get all the work finished. I remember the collision Grandma writes … more
Welcome again to Imagine Hillsboro Checks In! This bi-monthly column is your go-to source for all the latest developments and happenings within Imagine Hillsboro. Spring is here and summer is just … more
Dear Editor, I’m writing to inform the public about cuts to the Institute of Museum and Libraries Services at the federal level. Several weeks ago, severe budget cuts were made to the … more
Dear Editor, In the alternate reality show MAGA has forced the United States to live in, Congress schedules meetings after midnight. For the sake of argument, let’s pretend this is normal. … more
Hello, Panthers! Just one more week to go! As a reminder, school was out of session on Monday, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day. High school students will return on Tuesday, May 27, and wrap up … more
Happy Monday, Redskin fans! We’ve reached the final week of school for the 2024–2025 year, and what a busy, exciting time it’s been for our students, athletes, and families! Our … more
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