The Journal-News

Worked With War Hero's Father At Eagle Picher

I wish to take this opportunity to commend your newspaper for the most interesting and enlightening news article by Mr. Mike Plunkett you recently published in your March 28 edition regarding the … more

by: John K. Williams of Fairfax Station, VA | 4/29/19

Denita Hedden Family Still Searching For Answers

My wife Denita Marie Hedden disappeared on Dec. 25, 2017, out of Royal Lakes in Macoupin County and has been presumed to be deceased since the first week in February of 2018 in a public announcement … more

Michael Hedden, Gillespie | 4/22/19

Trim The Size Of County Board, Not Recycling

Montgomery County would be taking a giant step backwards if it ended the recycling program. Surely it's better to recycle acceptable items than fill our dump with those same items. Some … more

Alan A. Pretnar, Taylor Springs | 4/22/19

I Wish I Could Say The Challenge Becomes Easier

Any family that has lived with autism is grateful that in recent years April has become Autism Awareness Month. I wish I could say that as time moves on, the challenges become less complicated and … more

Linda Hagood, Taylorville | 4/15/19

There Remains A Top-Down Lack Of Credibility

The Pope stopped the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops from passing their own rules for stopping the molester priests and the cover-ups by bishops at their national meeting last November. … more

Michael R. Glenn, Nokomis | 4/15/19

Have That Love And Caring For The Unborn

I am thankful for being born during a time when America and its people were fighting for our nation and its protection during World War II. I remember the drafting of our men to be trained to fight … more

Patty Reents, Litchfield | 4/8/19

Make Safe Driving Your Top Priority

An alarming number of Illinois State Police officers have been struck by motorists this year. Three have died. Knowing these crashes were preventable makes the statistics even more … more

Kevin J. Martin, Executive Director, Illinois Insurance Association | 4/8/19

Illinois Cannot Live On Borrowed Money

Our Illinois politicians love new programs, but cannot even pay for the old ones. "We need more taxes!" they say. I never hear them say, "We must also have a 5 percent cut across the board … more

Michael R. Glenn, Nokomis | 4/8/19

Community Conversation On Future Of Illinois Energy

You are invited to join a conversation on the development and opportunities of our changing energy economy. BlueGreen Alliance, Prairie Rivers Network, and Grow Gillespie Initiative are … more

Mary Ellen DeClue, Litchfield | 4/8/19

Help Me Get Results With Proven Team

As we approach the April 2 consolidated election I want to take a moment to ask the Citizens of Hillsboro to carefully consider the candidates for commissioner. It takes a true team to move … more

Brian Sullivan, mayor, Hillsboro | 3/25/19

Hillsboro Is Scenic, Friendly And Homey

I moved to Hillsboro in August 2017 to be near extended family. I left St. Charles County, MO, after my working career as a carpenter was ended by serious spinal damage and a failed corrective … more

R. Mark Rudis, Hillsboro | 3/25/19

Ed Ervin Has Several Goals That I Believe In

I would like to voice my public support for Hillsboro School Board candidate Ed Ervin. Ed has several goals that I believe in, but specifically: (1) expanding vocational training classes, … more

Patricia Isaacs-Murphy, Hillsboro | 3/25/19

Robbins Is Always Willing To Go Above And Beyond

The April 2 consolidated election is quickly approaching. I live in Hillsboro, but outside of city limits and am therefore unable to cast my vote for those who will be impacting decisions for our … more

Holly Lemons, Hillsboro | 3/25/19

Tell Legislators To Reject Another Bad Bet

eneral assembly to immediately legalize internet and sports gambling. The last time legislators moved quickly to pass a massive expansion of gambling, the state began borrowing … more

Anita Bedell, Executive Director, Illinois Church Action on Alcohol and Addiction Problems | 3/18/19

Former Administrator Backs Mike Fleming

Even though I have been retired from Litchfield Unit #12 as assistant superintendent for a while, I still have a strong interest in the well-being and quality of the Litchfield district. There is … more

William E. Sielschott, Litchfield | 3/18/19

Grateful That Senator Steans Is Doing Something

Thank you for publishing an article in your paper on March 7 by Grant Morgan about how our state is failing to provide funding or staff to help prevent suicides in Illinois. I am grateful … more

Linda Liebscher, president, Cross Over Ministries | 3/18/19

Was Mr. Durbin Afraid To Meet All His Constituents?

We once again see the duplicity of the Democrat Party. Senator Durbin announced in the paper that he was coming to Hillsboro to meet with his constituents. This was announced both in a news … more

Bernard Brakenhoff, Litchfield | 3/18/19

You Have Some Very Kind Folks In Your Area

I was recently involved in an accident on Route 185 between Vandalia and Hillsboro. I want to thank the kind people of Fayette and Montgomery counties. I ended up in a fairly deep … more

Carol Gustafson, Chatham | 3/11/19

Never Too Late To Speak Up And Save The Unborn

Concerning abortion rights in Illinois, there are several plans to expand abortion. One plan is to overturn parental notification laws. In other words, if your teenage daughter wants an … more

Patty Meyers, Hillsboro | 3/4/19

Sammi Should Be Selected For HHS Hall Of Fame

As a member of the HHS athletic hall of fame, I'm writing this letter to highly recommend Sammi Matoush for nomination and selection to the hall of fame. Sammi's outstanding achievements and … more

Bill Helfer, Staunton | 3/4/19