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May 24, 1933 – June 3, 2026 Harold Wilson Worthey, age 93, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 7:27 PM on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at HSHS Saint Anthony’s Memorial Hospital in Effingham, Illinois. Private family services were held with burial in the Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Newton, Illinois.
NEWTON — Community members are invited to enjoy a sweet treat and celebrate the beginning of a historic milestone as Peoples State Bank hosts a free Ice Cream Social on Thursday, July 2, in downtown Newton. The event will take place from noon to 3 p.m. on the south side
The Newton City Council approved several key measures during its June 2 meeting, including financial assistance for a downtown redevelopment project, staffing changes within city departments, and preparations for upcoming community events. During public comments, residents raised concerns about increased traffic and speeding on Davis Street near the ballpark. Donna
The Difference Between Headaches and Migraines:Why It MattersMost people have experienced a headache at some point in their life, but not all headaches are the same. Understanding the difference between a common headache and a migraine is important because the underlying causes, symptoms, and treatment approaches can vary significantly.A tension
Job Title: CEO Facilitator Reports to: CEO Board FLSA Classification: Part Time- Exempt Salary Range: $22,000-$28,000 The Jasper County CEO (Creating Entrepreneurial Opportunities) program is looking for a facilitator to fill a part time facilitator position. The Jasper County CEO program serves students from Newton High School providing an exceptional,
August 14, 1958 – May 30, 2026 Gary Lee Koester, age 67, of Dieterich, Illinois, passed away at 1:02 PM on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at HSHS Saint Anthony’s Memorial Hospital in Effingham, Illinois. Graveside services for family members will be held at 10:30 AM on Friday, June 5, 2026,
Newton’s postseason baseball run came to a close Saturday, but not before the Eagles delivered an impressive regional performance that included a dominant shutout victory over Robinson and a hard-fought battle against Effingham. Newton opened regional play on May 27 with a convincing 7-0 win over Robinson at Evergreen Park.
Eagles 4×400 Relay Earns State Medal at IHSA Class 1A Finals The Newton Eagles brought home a state medal Saturday at the IHSA Class 1A Boys Track and Field State Finals in Charleston, highlighted by a ninth-place finish in the 4×400-meter relay. The relay team of Matthew Haskett, Parker Harris,
August 7, 1940 – May 29, 2026 Carol Sue Schafer, age 85, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 4:56 PM on Friday, May 29, 2026, at Willow Breeze Hospice House in Mattoon, Illinois. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 PM – Thursday, June 4, 2026, at the Meyer Funeral
March 27, 1946 – May 24, 2026 Donna Kay “Kay” Nicholas, age 80, of Sainte Marie, Illinois, passed away at 4:37 PM – Sunday, May 24, 2026, at Union Hospital in Terre Haute, Indiana. Private family services will be held with burial in the Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Newton,