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The Newton Public Library District is preparing for a busy and engaging summer with the return of its annual Summer Reading Program, offering a wide range of activities, performances, and educational opportunities for children and families throughout the community. This year’s program, themed “Plant a Seed, Read,” encourages young readers
The Newton boys track and field team turned in a strong night Tuesday at the Pirate Invite at Cumberland, finishing third in the team standings with 78 points against a competitive field. Host Cumberland won the meet with 164.5 points, followed by Casey-Westfield with 105. Newton placed ahead of Teutopolis,
Newton residents will have the opportunity to clean up and give back to the environment as the “Fill Up Friday” Community Recycle Days kick off on May 1. Hosted by Nucor Skyline, the recycling collection drive will be held on Fridays as posted from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at
Get ready to hit the backroads—because the Jasper County Chamber of Commerce is bringing back its Annual Jeep Run on Saturday, May 9, 2026, and this year’s theme says it all: “Born to Ride.” The day kicks off on the square in Newton, where participants can sign up prior to
The Jasper County Shrine Club is bringing back a community favorite this spring with its annual sweet Vidalia onion sale, offering fresh, high-quality onions just in time for grilling and summer recipes. Residents can purchase a 10-pound bag of sweet Vidalia onions for only $10. Pickup will take place on
Jasper County Community Unit #1, Board of Education Meeting Report April 20, 2026 Superintendent’s Report: New Business: Retirement/Resignation: Hires: Leaves of Absence Post:
Each Sunday between now and graduation we will recognize the seniors in the Newton Community High School Class of 2026. Thanks to our sponsor for the week is Midwest Magic Cleaning. Be sure to check out their Youtube channel and subscribe at www.youtube.com/@MidwestMagicCleaning Emily Rodriguez Garcia Samuel Rodriguez Rodriguez Jessica
Newton’s junior varsity track and field teams turned in a strong showing, with the Lady Eagles claiming the team title and the Eagles boys finishing as runner-up in a competitive meet. The Newton girls dominated the junior varsity standings with 95 points, easily outdistancing Robinson’s 30 and Brownstown’s 15. On
The Newton Lady Eagles were right in the fight until the final inning but came up just short Tuesday, falling 4-3 to St. Anthony. Newton actually outhit the Bulldogs 7-4, but a tough seventh inning proved to be the difference. The Lady Eagles broke through first in the fourth inning,
The Newton Eagles put together an impressive two-game stretch this week, dominating Dieterich 10-0 before following it up with a hard-fought 10-7 win over Mt. Carmel. Newton wasted no time taking control Tuesday against Dieterich, using a six-run fifth inning to break the game open and secure the shutout victory.