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Walter “Chip” Urfer will be celebrating his 100th Birthday on November 10th. There will be an open house celebrating Chip’s Birthday at St.Thomas parish hall from 2pm-4pm on Sunday November 10th. He would love to see all his friends! If you are unable to attend, well wishes may be sent
Truman Leroy “Lee” Coleman, age 79April 17, 1945 – October 26, 2024 Truman Leroy “Lee” Coleman, age 79, of Effingham, Illinois, and formerly of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 1:27 AM – Saturday, October 26, 2024, at HSHS Saint Anthony’s Memorial Hospital in Effingham, Illinois. Private services will be held.
On the 25th of October many people in Jasper County were blessed with the surprise of flowers and/or cookies from someone that cares about them. This project was designed by the Jasper County Chamber of Commerce who worked with Homemade Delights by Twyla and Gingers Garden and Gifts to not
Newton Lady Eagles advance to the regional championship game after defeating Teutopolis in two quick sets of 25-8 and 25-21. This brings the Eagles to a record of 30-6 and facing Fairfield tonight at 6pm with the doors opening at 5:15 pm. Varsity Category Leaders Aces: Stanley-2, Bierman-1 Kills: Stanley-5,