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Justin Harris Makes Stop In Litchfield On Bike Ride
Justin Harris Makes Stop In Litchfield On Bike Ride
On Friday evening, Sept. 29, quadriplegic Justin Harris finished the first leg of his 110-mile bike ride, The Ride, from St. Louis to Springfield with his arrival in Litchfield, where he and his … more
Pictured above, from the left, are Hillsboro Junior High School staff members Shannon Daniels, Andrea Durbin, Florence Clark and Dave Mattson.
Imagine Hillsboro Golf Outing Helps Local Schools
Members of the Imagine Hillsboro Education Committee are finalizing plans for this year’s 2023 Spooktacular Golf Scramble, which will benefit local schools. This year’s four-person … more
After hours of building, judges awarded the $1000 first place cash prize to the team of Bri Ruppert, Isaac Reynolds and Cary Eisentraut, pictured above with their scorpion and 2022 Imagine Hillsboro Snow Pageant Queen Jade Christian, Snow Princess Hazel Holshouser and Little Miss Tinley Rufus.
Harvest Fest’s Monster Build A Hit
The annual Hillsboro Harvest Festival once again featured Atlas 46’s Monster Build on Saturday, Oct. 7. The family competition kicked off the event at 9 a.m., with the five teams each given two … more
Harvel Will Celebrate 150 Years This Weekend
It’s a celebration 150 years in the making! The Village of Harvel will be celebrating their 150th anniversary this Saturday, Oct. 7, from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. at Harvel Park. Festivities begin at … more
Harvest Market Returns To Hillsboro On Saturday
The Hillsboro Harvest Market will return this Saturday, Oct. 7, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., in downtown Hillsboro. Patrons are encouraged to get a head start on their holiday shopping and pop into the … more
Members of the Montgomery County Breast Cancer Support Group gathered for a pink party on Monday evening, Oct. 2, to celebrate the 15th birthday of the group. Pictured above, in front, from the left are Helen Blair, Donna Ziglar, Marie German, Lora Speiser, Ruth Leonard, Jean Shannon, Sandra Carron, Penny Hunt and Deneta Schmedeke. In the middle row are Nancy Hindle, Lahys Altenberger, Pam Myers, Carolyn DeWerff, Tracey White, Staci Mollett, Melinda Slightom, Diane Cerutti, Christine May, Teresa Todt, Sam McNeal, Maureen McConathy, Kathy Dobrinic and Tina Hagemeier. In back are Chris Huber, Denise Gregg, Kim Reynolds, Denise Wingler, Brenda Cobetto, Shari Millburg and Joyce Lipe.
Breast Cancer Support Group Celebrates 15 Years
Together, they have hundreds of years of survivorship over breast cancer. And it's their mission to make sure that no one fights alone. "You don't think this is a … more
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Hillsboro Council Hears Annual Audit Report
Auditor Kyle Putnam, representative of Patton Accounting headquartered in Hillsboro, told the city council that rising insurance costs (because of increased tornado activity in Illinois and across … more
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Montgomery County Art Guild members plan to replicate this still life at their Oct. 10 session, titled "Pots, Pans and Picasso."
Art Guild Program Will Honor Picasso Birthday
Montgomery County Art Guild (MCAG) members will acknowledge Pablo Picasso's October birthday by replicating one of his still life paintings. Member Nancy Snyder will lead the session entitled "Pots, … more
From high flying acrobatics to fire-breathing jugglers, there was something for everyone when the Lewis and Clark Circus came to the Montgomery County Fairgrounds in Butler on Monday evening, Oct. 2. Led by Ringleader Skittles, children of all ages enjoyed the antics of the clowns, tricks and even balancing acts. The circus was in town for two shows on Monday evening.
Lewis and Clark Circus Visits Montgomery County
From high flying acrobatics to fire-breathing jugglers, there was something for everyone when the Lewis and Clark Circus came to the Montgomery County Fairgrounds in Butler on Monday evening, Oct. 2. … more
Many members of the Whitten family were in attendance for the Volley for the Cure game, and were truly honored by the support on their journey. Cheryl Whitten, back row, center, is pictured above with members of the Staunton High School volleyball team.
Staunton Team Hosts Volley For The Cure For ALS
The Staunton High School volleyball team hosted a Volley for the Cure game on Thursday, Sept. 28, to raise awareness for ALS in honor of Cheryl Whitten of Hillsboro. Whitten’s granddaughter, … more
The Galers, at left, laid the wreath with Mike and Angie Fishman of Tennessee, as part of the National Newspaper Association Foundation convention in Washington, DC.
Galers Place Wreath At Arlington Cemetery
John and Susie Galer, owners of The Journal-News in Hillsboro, placed a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery in Washington, DC, on Friday, Sept. 29. The Galers, at … more
Alpha Candles is teaming up with the Montgomery County Breast Cancer Support Group for a fundraiser this fall. To celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, Alpha Candles has released a brand new lemon pound cake candle, which will be sold the entire month of October. For each candle sale, Alpha Candles will donate $5 to the Montgomery County Breast Cancer Support Group. Owner Logan Altenberger said they want to help the group with their mission to help those in the county fighting breast cancer. His mother, Lahys Altenberger, is a breast cancer survivor. She chose the scent for the special candle. Candles will be available in the shop, located at 106 E. Wood Street in downtown Hillsboro. They are open Wednesday and Friday from noon to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The candles will also be available on their website at www.alphacandles.net.
Candle Fundraiser Will Benefit Support Group
Alpha Candles is teaming up with the Montgomery County Breast Cancer Support Group for a fundraiser this fall. To celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, Alpha Candles has released a … more
NNA Chairman John M. Galer
Newspaper Publishers Meet In Solidarity This Fall
The last week of September, community newspaper publishers, editors, and executives across the United States resoundingly reaffirmed their commitment to a free press undisturbed by unannounced police … more
Raymond Village Board Discusses Minor Updates
The Raymond Village Board met at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 2. Those present for the meeting included Mayor Denny Held, trustees Greg Bernhardt, Dan Hough, Bruce Poggenpohl and Ryan Bruntjen, as well as … more
Bethany Martin, at left, wife of the late Caleb Martin, poses on the steps of the Illinois Capitol building with Representative Wayne Rosenthal.
House Resolution Honors Caleb Martin
Residents of Illinois who bravely face, and those who have fought, Osteosarcoma will now be recognized each year, during Childhood Cancer Awareness month on Sept. 15.  “There are … more
Bremer Sanctuary volunteer Nancy Redman, at left, leads a tour of the property for Girl Scout troop 6109 and Leader Bobbi Flynn on Thursday evening, Sept. 28.
Local Girl Scouts Enjoy Tour Of Bremer
Charley Herschelman of Hillsboro redeemed her prize as a Snowflake Search winner at Bremer Sanctuary in Hillsboro on Thursday evening, Sept. 28. Herschelman chose to host her Girl Scout Troop … more
Laura Lessman Qualifies For Boston Marathon
Hillsboro runner Laura Lessman has once again qualified for the prestigious Boston Marathon race next April. Lessman competed in the Quad Cities Marathon on Sunday, Sept. 24, finishing the … more
Clark Adds Fourth Book To Children’s Collection
Litchfield author Dillon Clark has just released his fourth children’s book in the Stonks collection. Stonks and the Ginormous Jorts! was released this fall and is currently available on … more
October Pickers Market To Include Craft Vendors
The final Litchfield Pickers Market of the season will be Sunday, Oct. 8, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in downtown Litchfield. This vintage and antique market is a fun, family-friendly event and the city is … more
Water Main Break Results In Boil Order
Hillsboro, Schram City and Taylor Springs remain under a water boil order after a water main break on Saturday afternoon, Sept. 30. According to Hillsboro Mayor Don Downs, the break occurred on … more
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