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Sarah Bush Lincoln presented the annual donation to the Newton Athletic Boosters and St. Thomas Boosters from their sports physicals held during the summer before Friday’s game against Mt. Carmel. Additionally, during haltime Isaac Street, Camyrn Martin, Karasyn Martin, Sydney Kinder, and Bailee Frichtl were recognized for being inducted to
Girls Take 2nd, Boys Earn 7th in Competitive Field The Newton Eagles cross country teams had a strong showing at a large multi-team meet this past weekend, with the girls’ team capturing a 2nd-place finish and the boys’ team placing 7th out of more than a dozen schools. Both teams
Jasper County Community Unit #1, Board of Education Meeting Report September 22, 2025 Budget Hearing Superintendent’s Report Press Policy Second Reading of Press Policy Updates-UnChanged Second Reading of Press Policy Updates-Changed Second Reading of Press Policy Updates-Five Year Review New Business Resignation/Retirement Hire: Post:
With heavy hearts we share the news that Elsie “Florence” (Reisner) Weaver 96 years young left us for her eternal home on August 8th, 2025 at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville, IN surrounded by her loving family. Florence was a godly, beloved mother, grandmother, auntie and friend to many. She was born October 7th,
Newton Eagles Dominate Mt. Carmel 8-0, Stay Perfect in Conference Photos by Damien Hartke The Newton Eagles continued their strong season with a commanding 8-0 victory over Mt. Carmel on Monday night, improving their record to 10-3-0 overall and 3-0-0 in conference play. The offense was relentless from the opening
Photos by: Alan, Mindy and Damien Hartke and Ava Earnest Additional Photos including halftime performance, Sarah Bush Lincoln donation, Hall of Fame Inductees and pre-game will be in a separate article. The Newton Eagles struggled to keep pace Friday night as visiting Mt. Carmel leaned on its powerful ground game
Newton Community High School Class of 1965 to Celebrate 60-Year Reunion Newton Community High School’s Class of 1965 is preparing to celebrate a remarkable milestone—its 60-year class reunion. Alumni will gather on Saturday, October 11, at noon at Peterson Park in Newton, across from the pool. The event is an
Newton Volleyball Picks Up Key Win Over Charleston, Finishes Second at St. Anthony Tournament The Newton Eagles volleyball team strung together an important week of competition, highlighted by a straight-set win over Charleston on September 16 and a strong second-place finish at the St. Anthony Tournament on September 20. September
UNOFFICIAL MINUTES OF THE NEWTON CITY COUNCIL 108 N. VAN BUREN St.NEWTON, IL 62448September 16, 2025 zoo and getting water out in the troughs. The city police department for keepingthe parade running smoothly. Thanked Mayor Kuhl for being there to help withwhatever was needed throughout the day. Not every town
Newton Volleyball Splits with Carmi; Varsity Falls in Three Sets The Newton Community High School volleyball teams hit the court on Monday, September 15, against Carmi, with all three levels seeing action. The Eagles came away with a freshman split, a junior varsity win, and a hard-fought varsity loss. The