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The Newton Eagles turned in a strong sectional performance, earning multiple state-qualifying marks and several top finishes across the track and field events. Matthew Haskett led the way in the 400 meters, winning the sectional title with a time of 51.12 seconds to qualify for state. Henry Will followed close
See below for the 7th and 8th grade Honor Roll at Jasper County Junior High 8th Grade 4th Quarter Honors High Honors Highest Honors Burnell, Trevor Borgic, Camden Jeffrey Anderson, MacKendra Evans, Hayden Burgess, Hanna Briscoe, Natalie Garfield, Faith Christy, Bryce Flasch, Cambry Griffith, Kinleigh Elliott, Wyatt Frichtl, Grant Herr,
The Newton City Council approved several personnel, infrastructure, and ordinance-related items during its regular meeting Tuesday evening at Newton City Hall. Among the major actions taken, the council approved a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) application submitted by United Country Burke Auction and Realty for the property at 110 S. Van
November 4, 1956 – May 22, 2026 Bobby D. “Bob” Reynolds, age 69, of Yale, Illinois, passed away peacefully at 6:00 AM on Friday, May 22, 2026, at his home. Services celebrating Bob’s life will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at the Plainfield Community Church,
Henry L. “Sonny” Bower, Jr. age 84, of rural Oblong, Illinois passed away Sunday, May 24, 2026, at his home. Graveside Services for Sonny will be held at 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at the Honey Cemetery in Bogota, Illinois. Burial will be in the Honey Cemetery. Crain Funeral
JASPER COUNTY BOARD AGENDACOUNTY OF JASPER NEWTON, ILLINOISThursday, May 28, 2026, 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
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 18th, 2026 in the office of the Board of Education. Board members present were Mr. Brady Shull, Mrs. Jackie Schackmann, Mrs. Mandy
The Class 1A Girls State Track Preliminaries were held Thursday at Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, and the Lady Eagles punched tickets to Saturday’s state finals in three events. Sophomore standout Stella Schackmann led the way individually for Newton, qualifying for the finals in the 100-meter dash after placing eighth
Students, parents, and staff gathered Wednesday morning in the gymnasium at Jasper County Junior High School as the school hosted its annual 8th Grade Recognition Breakfast, celebrating the accomplishments and character of the graduating class. The event recognized students for their achievements both inside and outside the classroom while giving
Brianna Zwilling, daughter of Marvin and Elaine Zwilling, has committed to being a member of the Olney Central College band playing flute. During her time at NCHS. Brianna participated in the NCHS Marching Band, Pep band, concert band, beta club, book club, 4-H, and youth group. What made you decide