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September 8, 1927 – October 4, 2026 Ella Mae “Pat” (Gaskill) Key, age 99, of Montrose, Illinois, passed away at 12:30 PM on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at Lakeland Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Effingham, Illinois. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 AM on Friday, October
The Newton Community High School volleyball team picked up two more wins this week, defeating Vandalia on Sept. 29 before sweeping Robinson on Oct. 1 to improve to 20-2 on the season and 3-0 in Little Illini Conference play. Newton opened the week against Vandalia, earning a 25-17, 25-12 varsity
The Newton Marching Eagles continued their 2026 competition season with a strong showing in Class 5A, earning third place overall. This year’s production, “Redemption,” explores the idea of redemption as regaining what has been lost, breaking free from bondage and making amends. The production incorporates How Great Thou Art, the
Lindsey Vogt, manager of the Clark and Jasper County Farm Bureaus, recently completed all requirements to earn the designation of Illinois Farm Bureau Certified Manager (IFBCM). The IFBCM program, established by Illinois Farm Bureau in 1993, recognizes county Farm Bureau managers for professional achievement and leadership in managing staff. To
The Newton City Council will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, October 6, at Newton City Hall, 108 N. Van Buren Street. Mayor Joshua J. Kuhl will call the meeting to order, with Alderman Gayle Glumac leading the Pledge of Allegiance. The council will then consider approval of the September 15
The Newton Eagles battled the Teutopolis Wooden Shoes to a physical 1-1 draw at home. Newton created several opportunities in the opening half, particularly down the left side of the field. Brock Anderson repeatedly worked his way into dangerous positions, but the Teutopolis goalkeeper turned away his attempts. The Wooden
A Newton Community High School graduate and highly decorated Vietnam veteran was recently honored for his military service and the legacy he has left with family, friends and fellow veterans. Jackie Wayne “Jack” Steinman was born December 8, 1949, in Hardinville, Illinois, the son of Joseph Henry and Rosa Ellen
The Newton Eagles tennis team picked up an 8-1 victory over Charleston, sweeping all six singles matches and winning two of three doubles matches. Newton dominated singles play from the opening match. At No. 1 singles, Olivia Sornberger defeated Charleston’s Raylin Cox 6-1, 6-0. Beth Brocious followed with a 6-4,
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Jimmie “Moon” Cummins, 66, of Toledo, IL passed away at 7:15 am on Monday September 28, 2026, at his residence. A celebration of life service will be held immediately following the visitation that will take place from 4:00 to 7:00 pm on Friday, October 2, 2026, at the Barkley Funeral