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St. Thomas’ Mrs. Bierman Honored with WTHI-TV’s “Make A Difference Award” It was a morning full of smiles, cheers, and heartfelt emotion at St. Thomas School as Mrs. Bierman was surprised with WTHI-TV’s “Make A Difference Award”, a prestigious honor recognizing individuals who have made a profound and positive impact
Newton Finishes Third at LIC Girls Tennis Tournament The Newton Lady Eagles turned in a strong showing at the Little Illini Conference Girls Tennis Tournament, finishing third overall with 12 points. Paris captured the team title with 25.5 points, followed by Casey-Westfield in second with 14. Newton’s standout performance came
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Butter Braid and Cookie Dough Sales Butter Braid and Cookie Dough Sale time!! Butter Braids come in 7 flavors: Apple, Strawberry Cream Cheese, Cinnamon, Blueberry Cream Cheese, Cherry, Cream Cheese, and Four Cheese & Herb. $19 each. Served 11 people. Just let rise and bake! Cookie Dough comes in 5
HCE Week… October 13–18, 2025…is being celebrated state wide to promote HCE, uniting counties in creating public awareness and information about the organization, which was organized in 1924 in Illinois. The mission of HCE is to enhance the lives of individuals and families through quality educational programs and experiences, while
Stephen Ray Utley, age 74 July 18, 1951 – October 14, 2025 Stephen Ray Utley, age 74, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 6:23 PM – Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at his home. A visitation for family and friends will be held from 3:00 to 5:00 PM – Friday, October
Highest Honor Q1 Grade Level: 8 Student Name Anderson, MacKendra Briscoe, Natalie Elliott, Wyatt Finn, Raegann Frichtl, Grant Ghast, Piper Ginder, Abbie Holsapple, Chloe Horner, Maverik Jansen, Katie Keller, Alex Lingafelter, Tinley Meinhart, Emma Mulvey, Hailey Ochs, Avery Sweeney, Maelie Warfel, Cora Wolf, Mabry Zumbahlen, Kamyle Count : 19 High
JASPER COUNTY BOARD AGENDACOUNTY OF JASPER NEWTON, ILLINOISThursday, October 16, 2025, 6:00 P.M.County Office Building 204 W Washington St, Newton, IL 62448Jasper County Website: www.jaspercountyillinois.govPhone/Zoom Meeting ID: 821 348 1060 Passcode: 447765 Phone: 312-626-6799 Jasper County Board MembersJason Warfel (Chairman) – Ron Heltsley (Vice-Chairman) Austin Francis – Michael
Homecoming Pre-game, Halftime Show, and the Introduction of the 25-year football team.