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The Newton Community High School Eagles continued their perfect start to the 2026 season Thursday night, sweeping Casey-Westfield in varsity action, 25-10 and 25-21. Newton also earned a junior varsity sweep, defeating Casey 25-15 and 25-16. The varsity victory improves the Eagles to 13-0 overall and 1-0 in Little Illini
State Representative Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich) will host a road naming and dedication ceremony honoring Jackie Wayne “Jack” Steinman at 2 p.m. Thursday, September 24, 2026, at Willow Hill Park in Jasper County. The ceremony will recognize House Joint Resolution 30, which designates the junction of Illinois Route 49 and Illinois
The Jasper County Board will meet Thursday, September 17, at 6 p.m. at the Jasper County Office Building, 204 W. Washington St. in Newton. The meeting will also be available by phone and Zoom. The September meeting agenda includes reports from county departments and elected officials, action items involving drainage
Public Hearing for the City of Newton Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP) “Railway to Recreation” Grant Application on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 5:30 PM. • Public Hearing to Vacate Alley Running East and West from Walnut St. to Stevens St. of Anna Stevens Subdivision in the City of Newton,
When couples are struggling to conceive, the focus often turns toward reproductive hormones, ovulation, sperm health, or ovarian function. But there is another important player that deserves attention: the thyroid. Your thyroid may be small, but thyroid hormones influence metabolism, energy production, menstrual cycles, ovulation, and many of the hormonal
The Newton American Legion Post 20 is preparing for its annual Veterans Day program, continuing a long-standing Newton tradition of gathering the community to honor those who have served our country. The traditional Veterans Day program has normally been held on the Jasper County Courthouse lawn. However, with the courthouse
CHARLESTON — The Newton Community High School girls cross country team turned in a solid performance Saturday at the Little Trojan and “Big” Trojan XC Invitational, placing fifth as a team with 182 points. Newton was led by Heather Bergbower, who finished 14th overall in 21:18.47, averaging a 7:06-per-mile pace.
The 2026 Homecoming Court will take the field on September 25th before the home football game for coronation.
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The Newton Eagles opened their home schedule in dramatic fashion Thursday night, earning a 2-1 victory over the No. 9-ranked Staunton Bulldogs for their fourth win of the season. Newton struck first in the opening half when Lena Fehrenbacher’s shot created an opportunity for Evan Holder, who finished with a