The Journal-News

County Players Hit The Links At Drysdale

Of the 13 Montgomery County players who started the Drysdale Junior Golf Tournament on Monday, July 8, five made it all the way to the final day of the 82nd annual tournament in Springfield. Of … more

7/15/19

The death of 21-year-old John Frkovich, known as Jack Fargo in Chicago boxing circles, was front page news for The Hillsboro Journal on May 5, 1938. Frkovich's death came just 11 days before what would have been the biggest match of his career against Max Marek, the Illinois State Heavyweight champion at the time.

He Could Have Been A Contender

One member of the Hillsboro High School class of 1936 is in the school's athletic hall of fame,Tony Corso, who won the state championship in shot put in 1935 and was honored by his alma mater in 2014, but if it weren't for a tragic accident, another member of that class might be right there with him. more

by Kyle Herschelman | 7/11/19

Comets, Cavies Sit Atop 2018-19 South Central All-Sport Standings

After finishing third in last year's South Central Conference All-Sport Standings, compiled by Staunton teacher and coach Steve Moore, the Greenville Comets were back atop the annual rankings, but … more

by Kyle Herschelman | 7/11/19

More than 50 athletes competed in the 30th annual Hillsboro Biathlon on Thursday morning, July 4.

Independence Day Begins With Biathlon

Rem Dyas of Hillsboro was the first to cross the finish line in the 30th annual Hillsboro Fourth of July Biathlon on Thursday morning, July 4. Dyas crossed the line after the five-mile run and … more

7/8/19

The College Report: College Completion Articles Coming Soon

Reid Detmers, a Chatham-Glenwood graduate, helped the University of Louisville baseball team get all the way to the NCAA Division I World Series. The Louisville sophomore pitcher pitched … more

by Dan Chamness | 7/8/19

Montgomery County Among Sites For Archery Deer Hunting

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources announced that applications are being accepted for archery deer hunting on private land this October through the Illinois Recreational Access … more

7/8/19

Edwardsville pro Theodore "Bubba" Pauli was dominant in the 250 and 450 pro classes at the Montgomery County Fair motocross event on Friday, June 21. Pauli, who has helped train several local riders, won all four races in which he participated.

Pauli, Bell Double Up At Fair Moto

Last year, rain nearly kept Adam Wright and crew from building the motocross track for the races at the Montgomery County Fair. On Friday, June 21, the track was already done, but the wet weather … more

6/24/19

Brace for impact. Drivers competed in several classes–plus a power wheels event for kids and a lawn tractor event–at the Montgomery County Fair demolition derby on Saturday, June 22, in Butler. Several inches of mud had to be cleared to get the arena ready, but when the engines started, the action was fast-paced and gave the capacity crowd the excitement they were looking for.

County Fair Demo Hosts 59 Cars

After several inches of mud was pushed out of the arena, 59 drivers–including three first timers–competed in the Montgomery County Fair demolition derby Saturday night, June 22, at the … more

6/24/19

With teammate Megan Kindernay looking on, Jamie Murray returns a shot during play in the women's 3.0 division at the MoCo Summer Classic Pickleball Tournament in Hillsboro on June 8.

Huge Turnout For MoCo Pickleball Tourney

The MoCo Pickleball Club hosted the 2019 MoCo Summer Classic Pickleball Tournament June 8-9 at the Hillsboro Sports Complex. Tournament directors were Will Adkins and Kayla … more

6/17/19

Volunteers Needed For Big Dawg Dare

The Big Dawg Dare is looking for volunteers to help during this year's race, which will be held on Saturday, July 20, at Wolff Farm, just north of Litchfield. Volunteers are needed from 7 a.m. to … more

6/17/19

Pictured above is Anthony Krivi, who will participate in the upcoming International Six Day Enduro competition in Portugal this November.

Anthony Krivi Will Participate In Six Day Enduro Competition

Anthony Krivi, 28, of Nokomis/Mt Olive recently learned that he has made the U.S.A. team that will travel to Portimao, Portugal to participate in the International Six Day Enduro competition (ISDE) … more

6/13/19

Francis Earns Spot On U.S. World Team

It's been a long year for Litchfield grad Victoria Francis, but her patience paid off on Saturday, June 8. Francis defeated Alyvia Fiske 7-2 and by fall at the 3:30 mark at Final X Rutgers to earn … more

6/10/19

Luck And Buck Ready For 2019 Season

It's show time for the Luck and Buck Saddle Club, located at 422 Rodeo Drive in Hillsboro. The group held its first show on Sunday, June 2, and has more planned for the summer and early … more

6/10/19

Brian Patton of Hillsboro, at right, was inducted into the NCCAA Hall of Fame on May 30, in Greenville, SC. He is pictured with Dan Wood, director of the National Christian College Athletic Association.

Greenville Coach Inducted Into NCCAA Hall Of Fame

Brian Patton of Hillsboro was inducted into the National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA) Hall of Fame on Thursday, May 30, at a banquet in Greenville, SC. Patton is currently the … more

6/6/19

Hillsboro Fourth Of July Biathlon Celebrates 30 Years

With the starting line in the shadow of the historic Montgomery County Courthouse, the Hillsboro Chamber of Commerce will celebrate America's 243rd birthday with the 30th annual 4th of July Biathlon … more

6/6/19

The College Report: No Sophomore Slump For Jacob

Kendra Jacob, a Hillsboro graduate, is only a sophomore at Hannibal-LaGrange University. But, if her second season on the team is any indication, Jacob is quickly developing into a leader … more

by Dan Chamness | 6/3/19

Pictured above is Dawson Chestnut of Sorento, who will compete in the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship in Lakewood, CO.

Chestnut To Make Championship Debut

Sorento resident, Dawson Chestnut made his dream come true. The 20-year-old dirt bike racer has qualified for the 2019 Lucas Oil Pro National Motocross Championship, which will be held Saturday, June … more

5/30/19

Area Soccer Players Invited To Impact FC ID Sessions

Impact FC is offering male and female youth soccer players in the area an opportunity to participate in ID sessions overseen by the Impact FC coaching staff in the month of June. The purpose of these … more

5/30/19

Dennis Walters will be making an appearance at the Indian Oaks Golf Course in Fillmore at 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 1. The golf show will entertain golfing fans of all ages and is free, compliments of Titleist.

Walters Golf Show Coming To Indian Springs

Golf lovers of all ages are in for a special treat on Saturday, June 1, at 3 p.m. when they will have a chance to see Dennis Walters in action at the Indian Springs Golf Course in Fillmore (on Route … more

by Steve McLaughlin | 5/28/19

The College Report: Witt Native Earns National Championship

Witt native David Martin is the national champion in the decathlon again. For the second year in a row, the Greenville University Panther, a graduate of the First Baptist Christian Academy, … more

by Dan Chamness | 5/20/19