Locals join the masses at caucuses

Marion County was represented at the state caucuses for both the Republicans and Democrats last week. Republicans gathered Saturday, four days after the Democratic meeting on Super Tuesday.

The first Republican Party competitive caucus in 20 years drew 20,000 registered voters to polls across the state.

Ordinance to muffle loud noise

After several months of anticipating action, the Hillsboro City Council finally approved an ordinance at its Feb. 6 special meeting that would assess a fine up to $500 for anyone creating ?unnecessary loud noises? within the city limits.

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Intentional about a temporary stay for long-term impact

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?In addition to the normal things you?d expect from a pastor, I wear a consultation hat, I wear a facilitation hat, I wear a counseling hat. It?s a ministry of reconciliation.??Orlan Koehn, Trinity Mennonite Church

Over the past 25 years, a trend has been on the rise for churches going through a transitional phase in pastoral leadership, including Hillsboro churches.