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On January 14, the Newton Rotary Club learned about the Jasper Together project, headed up by Jason Warfel (left), who explained that the purpose is to get input to help set up some short- and long-term goals for the community. A “mapping” program was developed by Western Illinois University to
The Newton Rotary Club learned about weather forecasting on January 21 when local meteorologist Eric Schmidt (right) spoke about his business, EJS Weather Service. He studied weather science in college, then worked for United Airlines and also did worldwide forecasts for offshore oil rigs. In 2007, he and his dad,
January 27, 2020 PUBLIC NOTICE: The Dues and Donations Committee of the City of Newton has applications available for dues and donations for the year 2020 for local not-for-profit organizations. If your organization wishes to be considered for funding, contact the City Clerk’s office at City Hall for an application.
PRESS RELEASE ON_2/13/20 THE EMBARRAS RIVER BASIN AGENCY, INC. WILL BE DISTRIBUTION FEDERAL SURPLUS COMMODITIES AT 904 W. JOURDAN ST. NEWTON. “AFTER HOURS” DISTRIBUTION IS 4PM – 6PM WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. PLEASE BRING BAGS TO PICK UP COMMODITIES. FOR THOSE UNABLE TO COME TO THE “AFTER HOURS” DISTRIBUTION, THE COMMODITIES
The Newton Woman’s Club Art Contest winners were recognized on Tuesday, January 28. Those who placed 1st through 3rd also received a monetary prize from Peoples State Bank. The first through third place winners will advance to the State level. 4-6: 1st/Sadie Iffert 2nd/ Tieler Long 3rd/Zoe Luthy Hon.Men/Faith
All Jasper County students grades 2nd through 8th are invited to participate in the first Jasper County Youth Theater Camp. This two week camp will teach students acting, singing, and choreography skills, culminating in a 30 minute performance of Disney The Jungle Book Kids musical. The participation fee of $100
JASPER COUNTY CORONER JASON MEYER SEEKS RE-ELECTION Jason Meyer, Jasper County Coroner, announces he will seek re-election in the primary on March 17, 2020. Jason, the incumbent, was first elected in 2000, and has served the great people of Jasper County, for over 19 years. Jason, a licensed funeral director and embalmer for
Mary Miller, candidate for United States Congress Illinois District 15 will be at the Parklanes Bowling Alley on Wednesday, January 29th from 8:30 am to 10:30 am. There will be complimentary biscuits and gravy and coffee. You may RSVP with Sue at 217-821-6546.
Each Monday between now and the opening of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat on March 26th we will be featuring Musical Monday. This week we will continue highlighting our NCHS Seniors who are casted in the 2020 NCHS Musical with Senior Lexi Marshall. In Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor
The Jasper County Annual Shrine Dance will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2020 from 8 pm to ??? $10 per person Breakfast at the American Legion Biscuits and Gravy 9 pm to 1 am. American Legion “Messin Around” DJ and Karaoke Blacktop (Dieterich) “Backroad Boogie” Dozers (Montrose) “Andy Rueter”