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August 27, 1942 – June 19, 2026 James Arthur Kocher, age 83, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 6:08 AM on Friday, June 19, 2026, at Helia Healthcare in Olney, Illinois. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM – Friday, June 26, 2026, at Saint Mary of
The Jasper County Fair Horse Show showcased the talents of local riders and their horses, ponies, mules, and donkeys, with numerous competitors earning championship honors throughout the event. Awards were generously sponsored by RoxAnn and Frank Dhom. Champion and Reserve Champions Champion Pony Under 56″ – Kenzie FuestingReserve Champion Pony
The 2026 Jasper County Fair Queen Pageant celebrated the accomplishments, confidence, and community spirit of its contestants Sunday evening as new royalty was crowned. There was no Miss division competition held this year. The evening featured both the Jr. Miss Queen and Preteen Queen competitions, along with several special awards.
Family Care Associates Welcomes Board-Certified Pediatrician Dr. Jordyn (Huston) Kreke EFFINGHAM, IL — Family Care Associates is excited to announce that Dr. Jordyn (Huston) Kreke, a board-certified pediatrician, will be joining the practice in August 2026. She is now accepting new patients. A native of Newton, IL, Dr. Kreke is
Not all headaches begin in the head. In many cases, the true source of pain may actually originate from the muscles, joints, and nerves of the neck. These are commonly referred to as cervicogenic headaches — headaches caused by dysfunction in the cervical spine and surrounding soft tissues. Because neck-related
Ste. Marie Foundation House to Welcome Visitors During America 250 Celebration As the community gathers on July 3 for the America 250: A Jasper County Celebration, one of the most meaningful stops in Ste. Marie won’t be found on a stage or in a food line—but inside a home filled
Jasper County 4-H members and families can begin preparing for another busy year of competitions, exhibits, and livestock shows as the 2026 Jasper County 4-H Show Schedule has been released. All exhibits will be open for public viewing, giving community members an opportunity to see the hard work and achievements
Since 1933 Amateur Radio operators have gathered collectively on the last full weekend of June to demonstrate their ability to operate and communicate in challenging conditions and locations as a united show of ability. And this June 27th and 28th will be no different. On those days beginning at 11:00 AM local
Area high school baseball players will have an opportunity to showcase their skills in front of college coaches and recruiters this summer as the Central Illinois Kickoff Showcase comes to Newton on Wednesday, July 1. Hosted by Newton Community High School Baseball and Lake Land College Baseball, the event will
The sounds of live music will fill downtown Newton on Thursday, June 11, as the Rural Roots Summer Concert Series launches its 2026 season with a free community concert featuring local musician Matt Poss. Presented through the Poss Music Works Summer Concert Series and proudly supported by the Embarras River