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I’ve always been a bit on the creative side and love to work on projects. I spent ten years in the Montgomery County 4-H program, and enjoyed working on a variety of projects over the years. … more
The City of Litchfield is named for Electus Bachus Litchfield who came to the community in 1855/56 to procure the right of way and establish the railroad system through the area. Litchfield, who was … more
Welcome back to Imagine Hillsboro Checks In! This column features a bi-monthly update regarding all things Imagine Hillsboro. After taking November off, we are excited to get back to our regularly … more
Resilience, as defined by the American Psychological Association, is “the process and outcome of successfully adapting to difficult or challenging life experiences, especially through mental, … more
Hello and happy new year! The holidays provided a nice break, as well as  time spent with family, and now we are back on the meeting bandwagon. The new year brings several opportunities to grow … more
Dear Editor, Illinois Department of Natural Resources has scheduled a public hearing at the Montgomery County Historic Courthouse for submission of comments on the renewal application by Hillsboro … more
The Litchfield Chamber of Commerce has been an active and influential group in the City of Litchfield since its inception. In 1898, a group of 28 like-minded business men formed “The … more
This past weekend I checked something off my bucket list. I saw one of my favorite bands play in St. Louis. I am the kind of person that is motivated by music. It makes me happy. It pushes me to do … more
Welcome back to Imagine Hillsboro Checks In! This column features a bi-monthly update regarding all things Imagine Hillsboro. It seems like spring and its events have just arrived, so it is hard to … more
Ever since I was little, God has been a part of my life. I grew up going to church on Sundays and youth group on Wednesdays. Throughout this time my faith has developed and grown, but knowing God … more
Life goes on. It's been two full years since we lost Grace, and I think one of the very hardest parts of grief is that life simply goes on. When Grace was diagnosed with INAD (infantile … more
I made it. Two weeks ago I reached 80 years of age, in the process attaining a goal I set 30 years ago. I’ve always been a goal setter of sorts, but it’s become a more conscious effort in … more
In 1957, Vic Suhling opened “Vic Suhling Gas for Less” on the spot where the Litchfield Museum and Route 66 Welcome Center is now located. Suhling leased the property from Charles and … more
Following is the address given by Journal-News publisher Mike Plunkett at Memorial Day services in Hillsboro on Monday morning, May 29. Tony Foulds. Tony Foulds is an 87-year-old British … more
A few hours before the Grace Cup on Monday, Lincolnwood boys basketball coach Matt Millburg texted me, “Enjoy your evening! Grace wins!” I don’t think either of us thought that … more
It’s a curious sign of our times that one of the best places that I’ve found to witness candor, compassion, and fun in American politics is the Illinois State Archives’ website. I … more
Hillsboro Energy’s Deer Run Mine is seeking renewal of their mining permits from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR).  Their original permit #399 included acreage for … more
Several years ago when I was a member of Hillsboro 2000 and Beyond, we were looking for a fundraiser to help pay for Christmas lights for the downtown area.   I suggested the Snow Princess with … more
The following article is taken from the Aug. 4, 1910, edition of the Litchfield News Herald. The Truth About Litchfield A city of opportunities on two trunk lines between Chicago and St. … more
It's back-to-school time! The Illinois Insurance Association, a state property casualty trade association, and its member companies urge motorists to be alert as kids make their way to and from … more
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