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The Montgomery County Museum has now officially opened its second exhibit of the year featuring “Main Street Merchants of Montgomery County.” The exhibit was officially unveiled as part of this year’s Imagine Hillsboro Small-Town Christmas event on Saturday, Nov. 25. Their new display features historic photos, artifacts, items given to patrons by businesses, documents, advertisements and more. Many of these items have been seen by local residents. In addition, more than 200 historic photos and postcards are included in a digital display inside the museum. Pictured above, Mike Rappe of the Historical Society of Montgomery County, at left, gives a tour to members of the Christiana Tillson chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. From the left are Chris Garner, Kendra Wright and Patty Whitworth. The Montgomery County Museum is open Wednesdays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., and local residents are encouraged to check out the commemorative items in the gift shop, which would make the perfect Christmas gifts.
New Exhibit Opens At Montgomery County Museum
The Montgomery County Museum has now officially opened its second exhibit of the year featuring “Main Street Merchants of Montgomery County.” The exhibit was officially unveiled as part … more
Litchfield Fire Department responded to a residential fire in the late hours of Sunday, Feb. 25. The fire was believed to be electrical in nature at this time.
Litchfield Trailer Home Catches Fire On Sunday
The Litchfield Fire Department was dispatched for the report of a residential structure fire in the 800 block of S. Franklin St. The call was received on Sunday, Feb. 25, at 11:57 p.m. Montgomery … more
The confetti flew as Team Um-Believable was crowned champions at the 13th Stamp Out Cancer event, held Saturday, April 6, at The Event Center of Montgomery County in Taylor Springs. Pictured above, Zach Wygal of Stamp Out Cancer, at right, presents the trophy to Denny and Tina Umberger of Nokomis for raising over $63,000 for the Montgomery County Cancer Association. This year’s four fundraising teams raised over $136,000 for the MCCA, bringing the Stamp Out Cancer total to over $1 million donated since its inception.
Simply Um-Believable
“$1 million. I’m still trying to wrap my head around it,” said Zach Wygal of Stamp Out Cancer. “Going into this Stamp Out Cancer season, we knew it was a possibility. At the … more
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To conclude the ceremony, members of the Waples-Bauer American Legion Post #94 offered a 21-gun salute to fallen soldiers, as part of the Nokomis community Memorial Day service on Monday morning, May 29, at Memorial Park.
Nokomis Remembers Fallen Soldiers
“We should guard their graves with sacred vigilance. Let pleasant paths invite the coming and going of reverent visitors and fond mourners. Let no neglect, no ravages of time, testify to the … more
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Montgomery County State’s Attorney Andrew Affrunti, at right, introduced new assistant state’s attorney Clark Johnson, at left, during the board meeting on Tuesday evening, Aug. 8. Johnson is originally from the Farmersville area.
Short Agenda For Montgomery County Board Meeting In August
It was a short night for members of the Montgomery County Board, who met in open session for just 59 minutes at their regular August meeting on Tuesday evening, Aug. 8, at the Historic Courthouse in … more
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Hillsboro School Board Approves Budget For School Year
Members of the Hillsboro School Board approved a $29.4 million budget for fiscal year 2024 during their meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 12, at the unit office. The action came after a budget hearing that … more
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McCann Fires Attorneys At Trial’s Scheduled Start
Monday, Nov. 27, was supposed to have been the first day in the weeklong federal corruption trial of former Republican state Sen. Sam McCann, who allegedly misused more than $200,000 in campaign … more
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Steve Schmidt of Love Packages in Butler is dwarfed by just one of several stacks of shrink-wrapped skids ready for shipping.
A Simple Message, ‘Waste Not’ Inspires Global Ministry
In March, eleven 20-foot containers loaded to the gills left Love Packages in Butler. The cargo: boxes of Christian literature in English. From Butler the containers went to the rail yard in St … more
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Eric Kohnen of Poettker Construction led a tour of the Litchfield Early Childhood Center prior to the regular monthly board meeting of the Litchfield School Board on Tuesday evening, April 16. The facility, which was formerly JD Colt Elementary School, will be open this fall for pre-kindergarten through first grade students. Journal-News/Mary Herschelman
Litchfield Board Tours Early Childhood Center
"It's really getting there," said Litchfield Superintendent Dr. Greggory Fuerstenau. He and Eric Kohnen of Poettker Construction led a tour of the Litchfield Early Childhood Education Center prior to … more
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Frank Newberry carried the American Flag to lead the march from Irving United Methodist Church to the Irving Cemetery, a job he has performed for over fifty years.
Irving Celebrates Memorial Day
“Freedom, is certainly not free, Freedom is like a garden plot; it must constantly be weeded and nurtured”, said Linda Denton, speaker at this year’s Irving Memorial March held … more
These smiling faces won first, second or third place ribbons in this year’s Old Settlers pigtail, ponytail and braid competition. It was held Sunday, Aug. 6, as part of the Country Fair at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church.
Lots Of Smiles In Old Settlers Ponytail Contest
Whether it was a ponytail, pigtails or a braid, there were lots of smiles and lots of ribbons in this year’s Old Settlers competition, held Sunday, Aug. 6, as part of the Country Fair at St. … more
Animal Control, Budget Deficit On County Agenda
Animal control facility policies, a budget deficit and special use funds were the topic of discussion at the regular monthly board meeting for members of the … more
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The 36th annual Live Nativity will be held Dec. 19 through 23 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. each night at Calvary Baptist Church, located at 1001 Rountree in Hillsboro.
Calvary Baptist Begins December Advent Journey
"For unto us a child is born." Isaiah 9:6. Calvary Baptist Church in Hillsboro has begun its Advent journey this December, as volunteers set up the live nativity scene on Saturday morning, Dec. 2, on … more
Munch Madness To Begin At Hillsboro’s Sweet Spot
Every year, the month of March brings one of the sports world’s most highly anticipated events, NCAA March Madness, where collegiate basketball national champions are crowned. This March, … more
Lewey Joins Local Bank In Ag Loans
Bank of Hillsboro has announced the newest addition to its team, Kord Lewey, who joins as the commercial ag loan officer. With a strong background in agriculture and a deep connection to the local … more
Members of the Christiana Tillson Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, from the left Chris Carver, Patricia Whitworth, Kendra Wright and Melanie Sherer, present the memorial wreath.
Hillsboro Pauses To Remember
Hillsboro paused to remember during Memorial Day services Monday, May 29, at the Veterans Memorial at Main and School Street. Guest speaker Mike Plunkett, publisher of The Journal-News used … more
Saturday Is 37th Annual Irish Days Chili Cook-Off
The 37th Annual Irish Days Chili Cook-Off is being held as part of the Farmersville Irish Days celebration. Hosted by the St. Isidore chapter of the Knights of Columbus, the event will be held … more
The Panama Community Progress Committee presented plaques to several community members for their donations to purchase new playground equipment for John. L. Lewis Memorial Park. Above, committee member Dolly Knebel (center) presents memorial plaques to the families of Darrell Rau (left side) and Mark Spensberger (right side).
New Playground For Panama’s Kids
​​After several years of fundraising, a much needed new playground brightens up Panama’s John L. Lewis Memorial Park and is put into regular use by the children that reside in the village. … more
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Hillsboro High School Building Trades students are hard at work constructing a new pavilion in Central Park. Pictured above, class instructor Aaron Shultz helps students Alec Leetham, Elias Guiterrez, Jace Stewart and Elliot Lentz put in one of the many repurposed trusses.
If You Build It, They Will Come To Central Park
Hillsboro High School students enrolled in the Building Trades classes are working hard constructing a new pavilion in Central Park, with a pair of picnic tables and a perfect location near the … more
On Thursday, Dec. 7, the Community Cafe at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church grand opening will welcome all community members to a relaxing place for free coffee and treats, wifi and conversation.
Grand Opening Of St. Paul’s Café
Come to the Grand Opening of the Community Café at St. Paul’s in downtown Hillsboro between 9 and 11 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 7. The relaxing place for free coffee and treats, wifi, … more
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