The Journal-News

Find Your Spark By Exploring 4-H

Welcome to 4-H, where you can find your spark by exploring different project areas, and finding what you really like to do. Among these many project areas, you can join visual arts, STEM where you … more

10/12/21

Hillsboro Is The Place To Be

I would like to express my appreciation to Imagine Hillsboro, Jonathan Weyer, and everyone else who planned and worked on the Fall Harvest Festival in Hillsboro Saturday, Oct. 2. There was a good … more

10/12/21

Everything On The Internet Is Not True

I would like to thank those school board members who voted against the motion to investigate suing the Governor over his mask mandate. In leaving, I mentioned the military and would like to expand … more

9/7/21

These 13 Families Need Your Prayers

Thirteen soldiers, 13 heros, 13 caskets wrapped in red, white and blue–what sorrow for 13 families and for all of America! Our freedom is not free. My story is old news to you. I … more

9/7/21

Letter To The Editor: Old Settlers Grand Marshal Says ‘Thank You’

I would like to thank the Old Settlers Committee for selecting me as the grand marshal for this year's Old Settlers Days activities. It was indeed a privilege and an honor to be chosen. … more

8/9/21

Letter To The Editor: Thank You For Successful Old Settlers

I just wanted to say a big thank you to the Old Settlers Committee, all the hard-working queen candidates and all the many volunteers for the tireless hard work that went into making Old Settlers … more

8/9/21

Letter To The Editor: Time To Close Prairie State Energy Campus

The August issue of Illinois Country Living asks readers “use your voice” to delay closure of Prairie State Energy Campus (PSEC) coal plant, Illinois biggest carbon emitter. The … more

8/9/21

It’s Time For The Church To Wake Up

The real “wokeness” is, it’s time for the church to “wake up!” Romans 13: 11-14 speaks to us as Christians that it is high time to awake out of sleep, “for now … more

Don Hudelson, Hillsboro | 8/2/21

Urging Everyone To Get Involved With Parks

Dear residents of Hillsboro, I understand that many of you are upset at the sale of two parcels of park land. I want to assure everyone that this issue is not as simple as it seems and not as … more

Comm. Kendra Wright, Hillsboro | 7/6/21

Hillsboro Asks You Be Careful What You Flush

This letter is for residents who are connected to the city of Hillsboro sewer system directly or indirectly. The purpose is to educate you as a resident and customer as to what should not be … more

Comm. Kendra Wright and Mayor Donnie Downs, Hillsboro | 6/28/21

I Truly Loved Being Your Coach

Thank you, Hillsboro. As I’ve reflected the last several days, I have been overwhelmed with gratitude thinking about the experiences I have had over the last 11 years leading the boys … more

Always a Hiltopper, Joseph Vanzo | 6/21/21

Open Arms Is Doing A Mighty Work For God

Usually I write about caring for critters–reminding to adopt, spay and neuter. The heat is on so please think about your outside animals. Make sure they have shelter, shade, fresh … more

Julia Baker, Irving | 6/21/21

Congratulations To Bicentennial Committee

The Litchfield Museum and Route 66 Welcome Center had a booth at the Montgomery County Bicentennial Celebration at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds on Saturday. We would like to congratulate … more

Anne Jackson, Secretary, Litchfield Museum and Route 66 Welcome Center | 6/14/21

Illinois Legislators Three-For-Three For Farmers

Our Illinois legislators, in baseball terms, have stepped up to the plate for Illinois farmers and they have gone three-for-three in this legislative session. First at-bat: Partners for … more

Richard Lyons, Harvel | 6/7/21

‘Mitigation’ Not Much Comfort To Land Owners

This letter is in response to an article printed in the May 17 issue of The Journal-News entitled “Mitigation Man.” After reading the article, I did not understand … more

Dale L. Miller, Witt | 6/1/21

Hope The Court Has Not Forgotten About Dogs

For many years, I have driven past Animal Control on my way to the Senior Center. Over a year ago, I noticed many little white puppies there. I stopped in and asked whether they … more

Merle Imler, Coffeen | 5/10/21

Robby Robbinson At Museum Next Monday

Those involved with the Litchfield Museum and Route 66 Welcome Center are so very happy to have the opportunity to host Robby Robinson at the museum on Monday evening, May 3. Robby, who … more

Anne Jackson, secretary of the Litchfield Museum and Route 66 Welcome Center | 4/26/21

Does This Sound Fair To You?

You might find this information interesting regarding your local gas and electric provider, Ameren. At Ultimate Collision Center Inc., after we paint your vehicle, we bake on the finish just like … more

John Harmon, owner of Ultimate Collision Center, Hillsboro | 4/12/21

Litchfield Musuem Back To Normal Hours

Beginning April 1, The Litchfield Museum and Route 66 Welcome Center will be operating under normal hours. We will be welcoming visitors from 10-4 Monday through Saturday, and 1-4 on Sunday. If … more

Anne Jackson, Secretary, Litchfield Museum and Route 66 Welcome Center | 4/5/21

Welcome Home, Vietnam Veterans

Congress signed National Vietnam Veterans Day into law under the Vietnam War Veterans Act of 2017. March 29 signifies the date the last American combat troops were withdrawn from Vietnam. This day … more

Commander Ray Kellenberger, Litchfield VFW Post #3912 | 3/29/21