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Orell Farley Foundation Accepting Grant Applications Applications available for Jasper County projects and activities Newton (May 01, 2022) – The Orell Farley Foundation is once again accepting applications for the annual grant process. In 2021, nine organizations received a combined total of $30,205.87 toward projects that benefit the general public
504 W Reynolds St (Rain or shine) Fri 8-5 Sat 8-2 Home & outdoor decor, vintage & good old stuff, jewelry, toys, books, clothes/boys 6mths-4t, ladies S-M, mens M-L 303 Iva Street, Newton (Rain or Shine) Friday, May 6 from 8:00 a.m – 4:00 p.m. Saturday, May 7 from 8:00
**ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE** Ochs Avenue (N 1200th St) will be closed to traffic from Industrial Drive to E 900th Ave. tomorrow, Wednesday, May 4th, 2022, from 7AM – 4PM. Thank you for your understanding. City of Newton Street Dept.
The Newton Elementary School 5th and 6th grade band and chorus concert was held on Tuesday morning. The chorus began the concert by singing Amani Utupe, Play Ball, Quiet Sea, and More to Me. The 5th grade band then performed Surprise Symphony, Skip to My Lou, Southern Roses, Mexican Jumping Bean, Aloha
The NCHS Band and Choral Spring Concert was held on Sunday, May 1st in the NCHS Gym. The band began the concert by performing “With Each Sunset”, “Havana Nights” with soloists Brayden Line and Lucy Yager, “Southern Hymn” with soloist Wyatt Black, and “Imaginarium.” The chorus then performed “Truth”, “Tell My
Stephanie Brinson, daughter of Larry and Sheryl Brinson, will be attending Olney Central College on a music scholarship where she will perform in the instrumental section of the department playing the flute. During her time at NCHS Stephanie has been a part of the following: Marching band- 4 years, Pep
Lucy Yager, daughter of Mike and Kelly Yager, will be attending Olney Central College on an instrumental music scholarship in the fall where she will play the clarinet. What other sports and activities – clubs, organizations, groups (in and out of school) have you been in during your time at
Susan Oliver, Regent of the Ann Crooker St. Clair Chapter NSDAR, recently attended the 126th Illinois State Organization National Daughters of the American Revolution State Conference held in Bloomington, Ilinois. The Effingham Chapter was honored to be awarded numerous awards/certificates. The chapter received the coveted Ruth B. Hamm Membership Trophy. This award
The Jasper CEO was held on Wednesday, April 27th at West End Reception and Events. At the trade show, each CEO student presents their business to the community and has the opportunity to sell their goods and/or services.
Come out and celebrate with Jackie Schackmann at her retirement celebration after the Lady Eagles Invite. The event will be held at West End Reception and Events on May 2nd at approximately 7 pm. Jackie has been the Lady Eagles Head Track Coach for 17 years! Jackie’s final Lady Eagle