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UNOFFICIAL MINUTES OF THE NEWTON CITY COUNCIL 108 N. VAN BUREN St. NEWTON, IL 62448 May 21, 2024 1. CALL TO ORDER: Joshua J. Kuhl, Mayor Mayor Joshua Kuhl called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE led by Alderman Kaleb Wright. Pledge of allegiance to
Janet Kay Marshall age 82, passed away Sunday, May 26, 2024, at her home in Newton, Illinois. Per her wishes, cremation rites will be accorded. No services are planned at this time. Crain Funeral Home, Newton is assisting the family. Janet, better known to most as Jan, was born on
Session 1 Awards/WinnersGrades 6, 7, 8 “This week was a great way to end the current school year and look forward to a summer ofgrowth within the Newton Eagles basketball program. Thank you to all the family members whotook the time to bring your young athlete to the gym to
The Newton Lady Eagles defeated both Wesclin and Gillespie to advance to the super-sectionals in Johnston City at 2 pm where they will face Carterville. See below the gallery for game changer stories about both games. NCHS Lady Eagles Defeats Wesclin Varsity Warriors In Pitcher’s Duel By GameChanger Media Both
Photos from the preliminary races on Thursday by Mindy Hartke and Anthony Richards Photos from Saturday’s finals by: Damien Hartke Parker Wolf is the Class 1A 400 Meter Dash champion for the 2024 Track and Field State Event at Eastern Illinois University. Parker will be attending EIU in the fall
On Saturday, June 8th make the quick trip to Bishop Hall and help four young ladies help others. A Little Southern Comfort will be performing to help raise money for Lily Bierman, Kaitlyn Ochs, Tia Probst, and Macy Swingler and their mission to Uganda. There will be a free will
Following is a summary of minutes of a regular meeting of the Board of Education of Jasper County Community Unit School District No. 1 held on Monday, May 20th, 2024 in the office of the Board of Education. Board members present were Mrs. Mandy Rieman, Mrs. Holly Farley, Mr. Bill
Kathryn Patricia McWilliams July 9, 1930 – May 19, 2024 . Kathryn Patricia McWilliams, 93, of Olney passed away on May 19, 2024. Kathryn Patricia was born on July 9, 2930, the daughter of Daisy (Smith) and Wilbur Robinson later known as “Pat”, was the tenth and last-born child of
Eastern Illinois Foodbank Announces “Foodmobile” Food Giveaways in Jasper, Crawford CountiesContact: Sophie Becker, Eastern Illinois Foodbank, 217-328-3663When: Thursday, June 13 2024Where: Jasper & Crawford CountiesJasper & Crawford Counties, IL – Eastern Illinois Foodbank (EIF) is distributing food to area families facing food insecurity. The Foodmobile will travel throughout Jasper and
St. Thomas graduation was held in the St. Thomas Church. Several awards were given. Honor Roll: Students who have achieved A or B honor roll every quarter in all grades 6th through 12. Audrey Beals, Beau Bennett, Alani Bergbower, Blaine Bergbower, Malorie Buerster, Brenly Francis, Avery Geier, Lauren Gier, Maleah