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Breakfast With Santa Coming to Scott Avenue Christian Church Scott Avenue Christian Church is kicking off the holiday season with a festive and family-friendly event: Breakfast With Santa. The community is invited to enjoy a warm, cheerful morning with the jolly man himself on Saturday, December 13, from 8 to
Santa Train Rolling Into Newton on December 7 The holiday season is making a magical stop in Newton this year as the Indiana Rail Road’s iconic Santa Train returns for its 35th annual tour. The beloved tradition, which has been delighting families across the Midwest for more than three decades,
Community Thanksgiving Service Set for November 23 in Newton Residents from across Jasper County are invited to come together in gratitude and fellowship at the annual Community Thanksgiving Service, scheduled for Saturday, November 23, at 6:00 p.m. The gathering will be held at 404 S. Scott Avenue in Newton. The
Frederic Porter Meyer, age 79 August 5, 1946 – November 12, 2025 Frederic Porter “Fred” Meyer, age 79, of rural Vienna, Illinois, passed away at 2:36 AM – Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at Mercy Southeast Hospital in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Funeral services celebrating Fred’s life will be held at 2:00
2025 Boys Basketball Varsity and JV Front Row: Left to Right: Kody Bergbower, Grayson Lingafelter, Eli Wolf, Chance Mulvey, Parker Harris, Ian Kessler. Second Row: Drake Wolf, Owen Uln, Hayden Mulvey, Jaccob Oldham, Mack Huber, Alex Gier, Lance Volk, Blaine Bergbower
2025 Lady Eagles Basketball Front Row: Left to Right: Nora Street, Alani Bergbower, Isabel Meinhart, Emma Schumacher, Brooke Gentry. Second Row: Ava Duncan, Nora Kistner, Claire Probst, Allie Hermann, Maddie Brummer, Layla Kuhl, Ava Earnest, Grace Schumacher.
IHSA 1A State Cross Country Meet Newton senior Layna Marshall capped off her high school cross country career with an outstanding performance at the IHSA 1A State Meet, crossing the finish line in 18:45.71. Marshall, a four-year runner for the Eagles, represented Newton with grit and focus on the state’s
The Benefits of Continuous Glucose Monitors: Real-Time Insights for Better Health In recent years, one small device has quietly transformed the way we understand health: the Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM). Originally designed for individuals with diabetes, these simple skin-mounted sensors are now being embraced by athletes, biohackers, and health-minded individuals
Newton Elementary School hosted a touching Veterans Day Program on Friday, November 7, 2025, bringing together students, staff, families, and community members in a heartfelt tribute to the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. The program began at 10 a.m. with a Parade of
The Newton Eagles Volleyball program celebrated a successful 2024 season by honoring several athletes for their accomplishments both on and off the court. The Little Illini Conference released its All-Conference selections, and four Eagles earned recognition for their standout play throughout the year. Little Illini Conference All-Conference Selections First Team