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Max Meinhart had all the right stuff on Thursday for Newton Varsity Eagles, allowing zero runs and besting Marshall Varsity Lions by a score of 3-0 The pitching was strong on both sides. Meinhart struck out six, while Ross sat down five. Newton Varsity Eagles got things moving in the
Congratulations to all of the girls who competed at the State competition and good luck to the 4×200 and 4×400 who have advanced to the finals on Saturday. 4×100 Relay 1A – Prelims 24. 10Makayla McVicar11Elley Bennett12Laney Hemrich9Morgan Schafer 52.05a Newton – A 4×200 Relay 1A – Prelims 6. 12Laney Hemrich9Morgan Schafer10Makayla McVicar10Sydney Kinder
Robert G. Grove, 91, of Newton, Illinois, passed away on Thursday May 18, 2023,at the Villa of Holly Brook, in Newton.Funeral services will be at 11:00 am on Friday May 26 th , 2023, at the GraceUnited Methodist Church in Newton. There will be a one-hour visitation starting at10:00 to
Robert Lee Bell, Jr age 58 June 22, 1964 – May 8, 2023 Robert Lee Bell, Jr, age 58, formerly of Olney, Illinois, passed away at 12:40 PM – Monday, May 8, 2023, at Elmwood Nursing and Rehab in Maryville, Illinois. Private family services will be held. Arrangements are under the care of the Meyer Funeral Home in Olney, Illinois. In loving memory of Robert, memorials may be made to the Meyer Funeral Home.
Newton Varsity Eagles defeated North Clay/Clay City Cardinals Varsity 2-0 on Monday as four pitchers combined to throw a shutout. Carder Reich induced a fly out from Alex Boose to finish off the game. The pitching was strong on both sides. Newton Varsity Eagles pitchers struck out seven, while North
Luis Zavala, son of Artemio Pimentel and Predesvinda Zavala, will be attending Greenville University as a part of the cross country and track and field teams. During his time at NCHS, Luis was an active participant in activities including Band, Chorus, Drumline, Math Club, Science Club, Spanish Club, BETA Club What
St. Thomas Saints traveled to the IESA State track meet last weekend. See below for photos by Michelle Fulton and for results. The 7th grade boys placed second in the state and the seventh-grade girls placed seventh. The eighth grade girls placed 16th. Mens Results 100 Meters 1A 7th Grade – Finals
Gerald Dwane “Jerry” Warner age 67, of Newton passed away Friday, May 5, 2023 in Macon County, Illinois. A memorial gathering for Jerry will be held on Saturday, May 20, 2023, at the Newton Masonic Lodge from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Family and friends are invited to join in a pot-luck supper and time
Alva J. Johnson, age 82 July 5, 1940 – May 2, 2023 Alva J. Johnson, age 82, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 7:30 AM – Tuesday, May 2, 2023, at his home. Visitation will be held 1:00 to 2:00 PM – Saturday, May 20, 2023, at the Meyer Funeral Home in Newton, Illinois, with a service to
Jasper County Community Unit #1, Board of Education Meeting Report May 15, 2023 Seating of the New Board: The official results of the election place the following members on the Jasper Board of Education: Bill Meinhart Jackie Schackmann Mandy Utley David Blecha Established Officers for Jasper County School Board Election