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Timothy Ray Newlin, age 62July 1, 1962 – May 18, 2025 Timothy Ray Newlin, age 62, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 4:11 AM – Sunday, May 18, 2025, at HSHS St. John’s Hospital in Springfield, Illinois. A service celebrating Tim’s life will be held at 7:00 PM – Wednesday,
Early on, the Warriors leaned on quarterback Cael Madden, who powered in for two rushing touchdowns and connected on a pair of long scoring passes. His 60-yard burst in the second quarter helped Wesclin build a 28-14 halftime lead. Newton refused to go away. Quarterback Hayden Mulvey led the offense
Newton Cross Country Competes at EIU Invitational, Girls Finish Top 5 Photos by Marcia Street Charleston, IL — The Newton Eagles cross country teams competed this past weekend at the Eastern Illinois University Invitational, racing against over 20 teams from across Illinois in a highly competitive field. The Newton girls’
Newton Battles in Tight Match with Robinson The Newton Eagles girls’ tennis team came up just short in a hard-fought match against Robinson on Friday, falling 5-4 in a contest that came down to the final doubles courts. Newton held their own in singles play, with standout performances across the
For Immediate ReleaseOrell Farley FoundationMelisa Griffith 618-783-2321 The Orell Farley Foundation Grantees NamedRecipients accept awards from the recently created foundation Newton (Sept. 02, 2025) –On September 02, 2025, The Orell Farley Foundation awarded grants to eleven organizations from Jasper County, Illinois. During the awards presentation, held at The Peoples State
The Newton Eagles soccer team has hit its stride, putting together an impressive five-game winning streak capped off with three big victories this past week. The surge has lifted the Eagles to a 7-1-0 record on the season and showcased their balance of scoring depth, teamwork, and defensive strength. On
*Editors Note: The Flowers on the Square received the yard of the month NOT the courthouse lawn. Jasper County Board MinutesCOUNTY OF JASPER NEWTON, ILLINOIS County Office Building 204 W Washington St, Newton, IL 62448 August 21, 2025 The County Board met in regular session on Thursday, August 21, 2025.
Newton Volleyball Sweeps Opponents, Improves to 3-3Photos by Damien Hartke The Newton Eagles volleyball program put together a strong showing on Tuesday, September 2, with all three levels—freshman, junior varsity, and varsity—picking up wins at home. The varsity squad controlled the match from the opening serve, rolling to a 25-9,
Laboratory Evaluations for Blood Sugar Issues: Beyond Fasting Glucose Blood sugar regulation is one of the most important markers of long-term health. Problems with glucose control don’t just lead to diabetes—they also affect heart health, brain function, energy levels, and even aging. The good news is that modern laboratory testing
In Loving Memory of Richard Eugene “Dick” Cummins1937–2025 Richard Eugene “Dick” Cummins passed away peacefully on August 19, 2025, surrounded by his devoted family. Born in Newton, Illinois, in 1937, Dick lived a life marked by love, craftsmanship, and a deep connection to the land and sky. He is survived