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Jasper County came together to honor the men and women who have served our nation during its annual Veterans Day program, recognizing generations of local residents whose dedication, courage and sacrifice have helped preserve the freedoms Americans enjoy today. The ceremony featured patriotic music, military traditions, heartfelt reflections and special
When discussing PCOS and fertility, hormones often receive the most attention. However, insulin and metabolic health can also play an important role. Insulin helps move glucose from the bloodstream into cells for energy. In some women, the body becomes less responsive to insulin, a condition known as insulin resistance. The
August 30, 1929 – November 8, 2026 DeVere L. Delzell, age 97, of Olney, Illinois, passed away on November 8, 2026, at his home.DeVere was born on August 30, 1929, in Champaign, Illinois, the son of Lester E. and Ruth V. (Cazel) Delzell.DeVere married Yvonne L. Medlin on January 24,
The Newton High School tennis team celebrated a successful 2026 season while recognizing the accomplishments and contributions of its players during the team’s end-of-season awards presentation. The Eagles finished the season with an impressive 12-4 team record, with 13 players contributing to a season that saw the varsity team record
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common hormonal conditions affecting women of reproductive age. Although its name focuses on the ovaries, PCOS can involve multiple body systems, including hormone regulation, metabolism, and reproductive function. Women with PCOS may experience irregular menstrual cycles, acne, unwanted facial hair, scalp
Scherry Lynn Willis, 69, passed away at 5:45 AM on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, in UK/King’s Daughters Medical Center, Ashland Kentucky. Scherry was born in Ironton, Ohio, on June 29, 1957, the daughter of the late William Luther Roth and Virginia Kathryn (Stevens) Roth Rader. She was also the stepdaughter
The Newton Lady Eagles saw their outstanding 2026 volleyball season come to a close Tuesday night, falling to the Wesclin Warriors in the IHSA Sectional Semifinals at Vandalia. Newton battled throughout the match but came up short in two sets, dropping the opener 25-17 before falling 25-23 in a closely
The Newton High School Marching Eagles closed out their competitive marching season in spectacular fashion, bringing home multiple top honors and earning Grand Champion titles in both field competition and parade at the Oblong competition. The Marching Eagles competed in Class 4A, where they turned in an outstanding performance, earning
The Newton Lady Eagles and Holden Barthelemy competed at the IHSA Cross Country Sectional, with the girls finishing 12th overall as a team with a total score of 276. Avery Geier led Newton, crossing the finish line in 24th place with a time of 19:31.29. Heather Bergbower and Chloe Holsapple
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