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Congrats to this year’s Witt Labor Day royalty!
2024 Miss Witt Sierra Compton
2024 Junior Miss Witt Aleeha Gilbert
2024 Little Miss Witt Korra Smith
2024 Tiny Miss Witt Penelope Gipson
2024 Tiny Mister Witt Archie Porter (not pictured)
The 2024 Colors of Cancer 5k and Fun Run/Walk, presented by the Litchfield Chamber of Commerce and M and M Multisport will be held on Saturday, Sept. 14, with check-in and day-of registration starting at 7 a.m. and going until 7:45 a.m.
The 2024 Colors of Cancer 5k and Fun Run/Walk, presented by the Litchfield Chamber of Commerce and M and M Multisport will be held on Saturday, Sept. 14, with check-in and day-of registration …
The Montgomery County Treasurer’s Office would like to remind taxpayers that the second installment of real estate taxes is due Friday, Sept. 6.
The Montgomery County Treasurer’s Office would like to remind taxpayers that the second installment of real estate taxes is due Friday, Sept. 6. A penalty of 1.5 percent will be added to the …
8/30 football:
Carlinville 37, Litchfield 12
Nokomis 27, Arcola 10
Pana 21, Vandalia 14
Greenville 36, Staunton 7
Southwestern vs. Gillespie rescheduled for 8/31 at 2 p.m.
Hillsboro vs. North Mac rescheduled for 8/31 at 2 p.m. Free admission tomorrow. Go get yourself a pork chop sandwich.
With the change to the football game in Virden, the Litchfield vs. Staunton boys soccer game at 1:30 p.m. at the Kickoff Classic on Rt. 66 in Virden has been moved to the NMUSA Mullins Soccer Complex in Virden. The Panthers' 9 a.m. game will still be at North Mac High School.
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I hope everyone had a great second week of school! It may be hot outside, but that has not stopped the Lancers!
I hope everyone had a great second week of school! It may be hot outside, but that has not stopped the Lancers! On Monday, the soccer team won against Taylorville. Soccer will be traveling to …
More than 200 riders hit the course in Plainview on Sunday, Aug. 18, as the So. IL Off-Road Racing Series kicked off round number five.
More than 200 riders hit the course in Plainview on Sunday, Aug. 18, as the So. IL Off-Road Racing Series kicked off round number five. Hosted by the Central Illinois Trail Riders, the event …
For many people, Christmastime is one of the most enjoyable times of the year. Jeanne Dahler of Nokomis has long been passionate about all things Christmas, particularly Christmas trees.
For many people, Christmastime is one of the most enjoyable times of the year. Jeanne Dahler of Nokomis has long been passionate about all things Christmas, particularly Christmas trees. She has …
The Coffeen Fire Department will host its first golf scramble on Saturday, Oct. 19, at Indian Springs Golf Club, located at 21347 Illinois Rt. 185 in Fillmore.
The Coffeen Fire Department will host its first golf scramble on Saturday, Oct. 19, at Indian Springs Golf Club, located at 21347 Illinois Rt. 185 in Fillmore. There will be a 1 p.m. shotgun start …
Jose Burgos of the IDNR presented the DeBrun family with a memorial certificate on Saturday, Aug. 24, as the friends and family remembered the late Nicholas DeBrun.
This past summer, 14 year old Nicholas DeBrun of Morrisonville lost his life on June 4, 2024 in a tragic accident. On Saturday, Aug. 24, friends and family gathered around the old watering hole that …
Billy Beckham’s college baseball career, as extensive as it was, could have been even a year longer. What is not over is his involvement with the sport of baseball and his education.
Billy Beckham’s college baseball career, as extensive as it was, could have been even a year longer. What is not over is his involvement with the sport of baseball and his education. But, …
Families, former educators and members of the community had the opportunity to check out the newly renovated and expanded Litchfield Early Childhood Center during an open house on Monday, Aug. 26, at the building formerly known as J. D. C**t Elementary.
Families, former educators and members of the community had the opportunity to check out the newly renovated and expanded Litchfield Early Childhood Center during an open house on Monday, Aug. 26, at …
Kickoff for the fall varsity football season is all but here; Hillsboro travels to Virden in northern Macoupin County for a 7 p.m. kickoff against the North Mac Panthers on Friday, Aug. 30.
Kickoff for the fall varsity football season is all but here; Hillsboro travels to Virden in northern Macoupin County for a 7 p.m. kickoff against the North Mac Panthers on Friday, Aug. 30. …
Hearts United in Litchfield is able to assist seniors as a result of receiving a $25,000 grant from the St. Joseph’s Legacy of Care Fund.
St. Joseph’s Home in Springfield wanted to ensure that their legacy of caring for the elderly lived on after a closure following 118 years under the provision and support of the Sisters of St. …
The Hillsboro High School volleyball team had the unenviable task of starting their season off with Pana, as the 15-time South Central Conference champions came to Topper Territory on Monday, Aug. 26.
The Hillsboro High School volleyball team had the unenviable task of starting their season off with Pana, as the 15-time South Central Conference champions came to Topper Territory on Monday, Aug. …
Hillsboro Public Library has a wide range of programs and activities throughout the month of September.
Hillsboro Public Library has a wide range of programs and activities throughout the month of September. Library staff notes that the library will be closed on Monday, Sept. 2 in recognition of the …
Going into the game on Monday, Aug. 26, the Lincolnwood soccer team had won eight straight against Taylorville, dating back to the Tornadoes’ 4-1 win in 2015.
Going into the game on Monday, Aug. 26, the Lincolnwood soccer team had won eight straight against Taylorville, dating back to the Tornadoes’ 4-1 win in 2015. So when Taylorville scored less …
“As I close the chapter of life that has been my life-long love affair of styling and cutting hair, I look back on a very blessed life,” said Tina Leefers, owner of Hair Designs in Coffeen.
“As I close the chapter of life that has been my life-long love affair of styling and cutting hair, I look back on a very blessed life,” said Tina Leefers, owner of Hair Designs in …
It took a change of venue, but the Lincolnwood-Morrisonville volleyball team was able to get their season opener in the books on Tuesday, Aug. 27, against MSM Conference foe Edinburg-South Fork.
It took a change of venue, but the Lincolnwood-Morrisonville volleyball team was able to get their season opener in the books on Tuesday, Aug. 27, against MSM Conference foe Edinburg-South Fork. …
In September, St. Paul’s organist, pianist and accompanist Cassie Gunn celebrates 25 years as staff musician in the congregation.
In September, St. Paul’s organist, pianist and accompanist Cassie Gunn celebrates 25 years as staff musician in the congregation. The Hillsboro church celebrated her faithful ministry with …
Fresh off a 30 win season and their first regional title in 16 years, expectations are high in Nokomis, and for good reason.
Fresh off a 30 win season and their first regional title in 16 years, expectations are high in Nokomis, and for good reason. The Lady Redskins return all but two players (Presley Mehochko and …
Members of the Panhandle School Board agreed to move forward with some much needed renovations for the Lincolnwood High School gymnasium during their board meeting on Monday, Aug. 26, with the possibility of expanding the Raymond Grade School multi-purpose room still on the table as well.
Members of the Panhandle School Board agreed to move forward with some much needed renovations for the Lincolnwood High School gymnasium during their board meeting on Monday, Aug. 26, with the …
At its Monday, Aug. 12 meeting, the Nokomis City Council approved payment of a consultant fee to begin the planning and initial processes of setting up a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district.
At its Monday, Aug. 12 meeting, the Nokomis City Council approved payment of a consultant fee to begin the planning and initial processes of setting up a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district. …
The 118th Witt Labor Day Homecoming Celebration will kick off this weekend, Saturday, Aug. 31, Sunday, Sept. 1, and Monday, Sept. 2.
The 118th Witt Labor Day Homecoming Celebration will kick off this weekend, Saturday, Aug. 31, Sunday, Sept. 1, and Monday, Sept. 2. The annual end-of-summer celebration features all the favorites, …
The Montgomery County Extension office predicted an average corn yield of 192 bushels per acre, down from last year’s harvest forecast of 197.
The Montgomery County Extension office predicted an average corn yield of 192 bushels per acre, down from last year’s harvest forecast of 197. The prediction was made during the …
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The front page of your Journal-News for Thursday, Aug. 29.
For the first time since I was four years old, I’m not going back to school this fall.
For the first time since I was four years old, I’m not going back to school this fall. After graduating from Hillsboro in 2019, I packed my bags and set out on the long trek to Greenville …
Bryce Gillock earned medalist honors for the second match in a row as the Ramsey-Nokomis golf teams traveled to Eagle Creek Golf Course in Findlay.
Bryce Gillock earned medalist honors for the second match in a row as the Ramsey-Nokomis golf teams traveled to Eagle Creek Golf Course in Findlay. Gillock shot a 6-over-par 42 to tie …
I have a cautionary tale to share regarding solar energy and electric aggregation.
Dear Editor, I have a cautionary tale to share regarding solar energy and electric aggregation. As many of you may have noticed, I had two solar arrays installed on a lot east of the rental …
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A nice moment to start the Lincolnwood/Ramsey game. Lincolnwood senior Gabe Armentrout undergoes ACL surgery tomorrow and got the start tonight. Both teams agreed to swap baskets to start the game, with Armentrout getting one last basket.
1/5 boys basketball: Nokomis 47, Lincolnwood 46 - Reece Lohman with the game winner in the last five seconds off an assist from Kennady Dewerff. Heck of a ball game. Lincolnwood nearly won it on a half court shot by Donny Daugherty after Lohman’s basket. In the girls’ game, Nokomis won 45-19.
Keenan Powell 1,000th point
Schedules and results from the Carlinville boys and girls, Riverton girls, Vandalia boys and Waverly boys basketball tournaments, updated through 12/28. Congrats to Litchfield’s Keenan Powell on scoring his 1,000th point during the Panthers’ win https://thejournal-news.net/stories/2023-24-holiday-basketball-tournaments,125750
