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City Council Agenda for Newton December 2nd
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Michael Charles Merry, age 83 of Dieterich
Michael Charles Merry October 23, 1942 – November 20, 2025 Michael Charles Merry, age 83 of Dieterich, passed away on November 20, 2025, at St. Anthony’s Hospital in Effingham, Illinois. Michael was born on October 23, 1942, in Effingham, Illinois, the son Lovell Charles and Beulah Mae (Harris) Merry. Michael
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Board of Education Minutes for November
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, November 17th, 2025 in the office of the Board of Education. Board members present were Mr. Brady Shull, Mrs. Jackie Schackmann, Mrs. Mandy
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Whoville Celebration Coming to Sainte Marie on November 29
Whoville Celebration Coming to Sainte Marie on November 29 Sainte Marie is set to transform into a magical holiday destination as the highly anticipated Whoville Celebration returns on November 29, 2025. The event will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and promises a full day of festive fun for
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Newton Set for a Full Day of Holiday Magic at the 2025 Christmas on the Square
Newton’s beloved Christmas on the Square celebration is returning on Saturday, December 13th, 2025, bringing a full day of festive activities, family fun, and the much-anticipated Christmas Lights Night Parade. Hosted by the Jasper County Chamber of Commerce, this year’s celebration promises more attractions, more holiday cheer, and more reasons
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Terry Sue Sowers, 78, of Greenup
Terry Sue Sowers, 78, of Greenup, IL passed away at 5:50 am on Thursday November 20, 2025, at the Willow Breeze Hospice House in Mattoon, IL. Funeral Services will be at 10:00 am on Tuesday November 25, 2025, at the First Southern Baptist Church in Greenup with Brooke Davis officiating.
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Lady Eagles Open Season With 48–39 Win Over Fairfield in Home Opener
The Newton Lady Eagles opened their 2025–2026 home slate with a strong 48–39 win over the Fairfield Lady Mules, using a deep rotation and balanced scoring attack to secure their first victory of the season. Newton set the tone early with a 21-point first quarter before Fairfield tightened defensively in
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Deacon John “Jack” K. Shuster III
April 30, 1939 – November 17, 2025 Deacon John “Jack” Shuster III, age 86, of Olney, passed away on November 17, 2025, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes, Indiana. Jack was born on April 30, 1939, the son of John K. and Hazel Rue (Crouse) Shuster, Jr. in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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The Science-Backed Benefits of Red Light Therapy
Red light therapy (RLT) has gained popularity in both wellness and clinical settings for its ability to support healing, reduce inflammation, and even enhance cellular performance. This non-invasive, drug-free treatment uses specific wavelengths of light—typically in the red (620–750 nm) and near-infrared (750–1,200 nm) spectrum—to stimulate biological processes at the
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Jasper Unit 1 Board Report for November Meeting
Jasper County Community Unit #1, Board of Education Meeting Report November 17, 2025 Superintendent’s Report New Business Resignation/Retirement Hire