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GUEST COLUMN • It Starts With A Smile And Invitation
How many times have you visited a community carnival, event, or activity that is not in your hometown? With two very active children, I can tell you my family visits lots of area community … more
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Celebrate Ten Years At Museum On June 3
This year marks the tenth anniversary of the Litchfield Museum and Route 66 Welcome Center.   It has been a fast, fun ten years for sure. We plan to mark the occasion by having a … more
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The City of Litchfield has been the home of many influential people over the years. Above, are a few of the poetry collections published by Litchfield native Verna Lee Linxwiler Hinegardner, who was named poet laureate of Arkansas by then Governor Bill Clinton.
DID YOU KNOW? • About Influential People
According to information found in the Litchfield Sesquicentennial book, the city has been the home of some rather influential and talented people. Among these history makers are John Banovic, … more
A GRACE FILLED JOURNEY • Learning Reading, Writing And ‘Rithmateic
I sat down at my desk last week to call our four high schools for upcoming dates in May, like Prom, honors night and graduations.   It seems like May is always a busy month at the paper, … more
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Often considered the entity that “put Litchfield on the map” the House of Sunshine published popular magazines and books, including Sunshine Magazine, Good Reading and Illinois Magazine for more than six decades. The publishing company had several homes throughout the years. Above, is a photo of the House of Sunshine building that was located in the 700 block of North State Street.
DID YOU KNOW? • ...About House Of Sunshine
The House of Sunshine and Sunshine Park were long time landmarks in the City of Litchfield. Founded in 1924, the House of Sunshine published Sunshine Magazine , Good Reading and the Illinois Magazine … more
CONSERVATION CONVERSATION • Time To Start Conservation Programs
Spring has sprung in Montgomery County, Illinois!   Spring flowers are blooming. Home gardens are being planted. Farmers are in the fields planting corn and soybeans.   Spring and … more
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April 23-29 Is National Library Week
April 23-29 is National Library Week.   I would like to take a second to write about my own personal love affair with libraries and books. Reading and being read to has been a part of my … more
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SMALL SNIPPETS • Being A Special Needs Mom
When G was diagnosed with autism I made two decisions.   The first that I was going to be happy, genuinely happy, because he would have enough difficulty walking in a world that isn’t … more
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Lloyd Hill Sr., (above) was a much loved figure in the history of Litchfield High School.
DID YOU KNOW? • ...About Lloyd Hill, Sr.
An influential figure in the City of Litchfield’s history,   Lloyd J. Hill, Sr., served as the principal of Litchfield Community High School for more than two decades, from 1929 to 1953. … more
GROWING YOUR ROOTS • Spring Planting Season Is Upon Us
April showers bring May flowers, green grass, and severe weather!   What a wicked week of wind and rain we had at the beginning of the month! Thankfully we were blessed with a beautiful Easter … more
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Diet Working At Odds Against Dialysis
Our justice system is failing us–one family at a time. Here’s how our family is being impacted. In 1986, my 22-year-old-brother, Glen L. Jones (#N67755), made a bad decision, one … more
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GRANDMA'S DIARIES • April 1956: Unusually Cold, Snowy
April 1956 is unusually cold with a bit of snow. The concern is for the fruit trees, many which are in full bloom. Again I have a sewing project, and I must depend on Grandma to help me avoid a … more
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Above, members of the Litchfield Grand Army of the Republic gather in front of the Carnegie Public Library. Notice they are standing with a truck from the American Radiator Company. In front, from the left, are Bowly Davis, Alonzo Fitch McEwen, Mr. Beck, Mr. Ripley, Mr. Roach and Virgil Eyman. The small boy sitting in the truck is Elbert Eymen. In back, from the left, are (unidentified), Jim Clifton, Squire Woods, Jim Butts, James Dees, (unidentified), Jim O’Brien and Web Manners.
DID YOU KNOW? • ... Grand Army Of Rep.
The Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) was a veterans’ organization that began after the Civil War. Originally founded in 1866, in Decatur,   the organization stood for fraternity, charity … more
RAMBLINGS • Every Minute Of Every Day
The older I become, the more grateful I am for my family, not just because daughters Dawn and Jenni have done well in the contemptuous era in which we all struggle at times, and not just because I … more
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Lorman and Dorothy Mansholt purchased the Gardens Motel and Restaurant (above) in 1978. The landmark venue was the “go-to” place for more than two decades in Litchfield.
DID YOU KNOW? • ... About The Gardens
The landmark Gardens Motel and Restaurant was located at the intersection of the busy Illinois Highway 66 and Route 16 in Litchfield.   In 1978, Lorman and Dorothy Mansholt, of Litchfield, … more
GUEST EDITORIAL • Chicago Election Important For State
It’s campaign season in Illinois. Billboards and yard signs are sprinkled across the Prairie State promoting candidates running for mayor, city council, county boards, park district boards, and … more
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A GRACE FILLED JOURNEY • The Importance Of Intentional Gratitude
I feel like I’ve always been a grateful person. To that, I credit some strong women in my life who showed me the importance of always being grateful for what I have, even if it’s not … more
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GRANDMA'S DIARIES • March 1956: Busy Month For Bests
Grandma and Grandpa are very busy in March of 1956. So many chores to complete before planting season begins. Of course, they still take their little journeys around the county visiting relatives and … more
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IMAGINE HILLSBORO CHECKS IN • Spring Starts With Princess Ball
Welcome back to Imagine Hillsboro Checks In! This column features a bi-monthly update regarding all things Imagine Hillsboro. The winter months were somewhat quiet, but we have lots of exciting … more
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At What Cost To The Suffering Citizens?
The March 14 county board meeting was a very memorable event. The overflow crowd of citizens was very rewarding to witness.   Going back quite a few years, March 14 ranks as one of the most … more
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