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The 2025 Newton Marching Eagles performed at the University of Illinois and the Oblong Spooktacular to round out their marching season.

The Newton Public Library will welcome author Samantha Hice for a special book signing event on Saturday, November 8, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Hice will be signing copies of her inspiring book, A Light in the Dark. A Light in the Dark explores themes of hope, resilience, and

Rosary Procession Lights the Night at St. Thomas Church The faithful gathered in unity and prayer at St. Thomas Church on Wednesday evening, October 22, for a moving Rosary Procession hosted by St. Thomas and St. Mary Parishes. The event, held in honor of the Most Holy Rosary during the

Newton Cross Country Teams Qualify for Sectionals The Newton Eagles and Lady Eagles both turned in strong performances at the IHSA Regional meet to advance to Sectional competition. In the girls’ race, Newton finished second overall with a team score of 59, earning a trip to Sectionals. Senior Layna Marshall

NCHS Boys Basketball Reserved Seats Go on Sale The 2025–2026 NCHS boys’ basketball reserved seats will go on sale Monday, November 3, 2025, for fans who held reserved seats from last season.General public sales will begin on Friday, November 14, 2025, and the last day to purchase reserved seats will

Kindergarten Position St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic School in Newton, IL is looking for a dedicated andenergetic Kindergarten teacher to work with an amazing staff to help shape the futures of our youngest learners. We are a Catholic institution committed to providing a high-quality, faith-focused education that fosters intellectual, social,

Following is a summary of minutes of a regular meeting of the Board of Education of Jasper CountyCommunity Unit School District No. 1 held on Monday, October 20 th , 2025 in the office of the Board ofEducation. Board members present were Mr. Brady Shull, Mr. David Blecha, Mrs. Jackie

Happy 90th birthday to Theresa Zumbahlen of Effingham, formerly of Newton! Born on October 31,1935, Theresa is the proud mother of nine children: Leon (Judy) of Newton; Denny of Altamont; Patti Jansen (Tom) of Mason; Michael of Florida, Alan (Sandy) of Louisville; Marcia of Portland, Oregon; Lynda Minor (John) of