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Newton built an early lead and never let WSS back into the game Tuesday, defeating the Hatchets 7-2 at Jasper County Boys and Girls Park. Quincy Fulton led the way offensively for the Eagles, going 3-for-4 with two runs scored and an RBI as Newton improved behind a balanced effort
January 27, 1922 – March 31, 2026 Adeline Catherine (Westendorf) Miller, age 104, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 9:55 PM – Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at Helia Healthcare of Newton. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 AM – Thursday, April 9, 2026, at Saint Thomas
Newton’s boys tennis team ran into a tough Casey (C.-Westfield) [Coop] squad, falling 8-1 in a Little Illini Conference matchup. Casey-Westfield controlled much of the day in singles play, sweeping all six matches. At No. 1, Kahlin Michl faced a strong challenge in Kellen Sullivan, who secured a 6-0, 6-0
NEWTON — The Newton Varsity Eagles broke things open early and never looked back Monday, rolling to a 13-2 victory over Flora at Jasper County Boys & Girls Park. Newton used a huge third inning and aggressive base running to take control, improving behind a balanced offensive attack and a
Mary Ann Bierman, 87, of Wheeler, IL, died April 2, 2026 in HSHS St. John’s Hospital, Springfield, IL. Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Island Grove, IL. Visitation will take place from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. on
June 9, 1943 – April 1, 2026 Donald Dean Hayden, age 82, of Chillicothe, Illinois, and formerly of Greenup, Illinois, passed away peacefully at 7:28 AM – Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria, Illinois, with his daughter Ashley by his side. Funeral services will