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Larry E. Earnest of Newton, IL, went to his heavenly home on Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at the age of 86. He was a very loved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend to many, who will miss his Christian example and smiling face. Larry was born to Victor and Lois
Newton Eagles Basketball Camp Awards 7tth & 8th7th Team Champs Drew Iffert, Brooks Hermann, Cambell Ulmn, Griffin Bierman, Aden Guzman8th Team Champs Chance Mulvey, Beua Bennett, Blaine Bergbower, Curtis WeberFree Throw 7th – Chase Kistner 8th – Chance MulveyHot Shot 7th – Chase Kistner 8th – Ian KesselerSkills Challenge 7th
On June 27, 2023, The Maxine E. Spitler Foundation awarded grants to 16 applicants from the Illinois counties of Jasper and Lawrence. A total of $32,250.42 was given to the various organizations chosen to receive funding for their projects. Grant recipients are as follows: Grantee Award Purpose 1. Embarras River
Justin A. “Pitty” Pittman, age 32 October 16, 1990 – June 22, 2023 Justin A. “Pitty” Pittman, age 32, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 11:40 AM – Thursday, June 22, 2023, in Effingham, Illinois. A celebration of life will be held 2:00 to 6:00 PM – Saturday, July 1, 2023,