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The Jasper County Animal Control Officer, Ray Watkins, has resigned effective June 1,2020. We understand this is a sensitive subject with many, however, negative comments against Mr. Watkins will not be approved for public view.
Sam Parr State Park is open with some restrictions as of 8 am Friday, May 1. Not allowed: Camping Playground equipment usage Large group congregation Allowed: Fishing, trail walking, running, and other small group activities are allowed as long as they follow the guidelines set by the State of Illinois
Jasper County Updates: 203 tested 139 negative 44 positive 20 pending 5 deaths 11 recovered 0 hospitalized 2 – 20s 2 – 30s 3 – 40s 4 – 50s 2 – 60s 6 – 70s 12 – 80s 13 – 90s SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)
Anissa Massey, daughter of Marcus Massey and Debra Dorn Massey, will be attending Eastern Illinois University and will be an honors student. Her major is music education with instrumental focus with her main instrument being the trumpet. What other sports and activities – clubs, organizations, groups (in and out of
McKendra Barthleme received a P.E.O. Educational Loan Fund. Chapter FN of Newton sponsored McKendra. She will graduate in the fall of 2020 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Indiana State University. McKendra is the daughter of Chad and Melinda Barthleme of Newton. Need $$$ for your education?
We will practice six feet social distancing. Please provide your own mask. AGENDA NEWTON CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, May 5, 2020 at 6:00 PM Newton City Hall Police Garage 108 N. Van Buren Newton, IL 62448 1. CALL TO ORDER: Mark Bolander, Mayor 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE led by Alderman David
The City of Newton, Illinois and Jasper County, Newton Illinois are partnering up buying bulk hand sanitizer made locally by JJ Outlet. The hand sanitizer will be sold by the gallon to Jasper County residents and businesses. Thursday, April 30th from 4pm-7pm Pick up at Wade Fire Protection District Annex
April 29, 2020 To Family Members and Friends: As promised, we are keeping you informed of changes that may impact you or your loved one. Today has been one of our toughest days, at Newton Care Center, since receiving our first confirmed COVID positive. We have a total of 26
A Richland County woman violated a self- isolation order and visited businesses in Richland County.
The 2020 Cork and Pork Festival is cancelled.