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JASPER CO. SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT PRESS RELEASE: FISH SALE CONTACT: BRAD TARR 618-783-2319 ext. 3 The Jasper County Soil and Water Conservation District is sponsoring a fish sale. There are many types and sizes of fish available; Black Crappie, Bluegill, Channel Catfish, Albino Catfish, Fathead Minnows, Grass Carp,
The third grade classes at Newton Elementary are collecting plastic lids to make benches for the Newton Elementary playground as their service project for the year. In the flyer below, there is the information about the kinds of caps and how to donate, however, with the overwhelming support thus far,
Willow Hill homecoming held on Saturday, September 7th
Craig Halbig with #35 won the Queen of Hearts. Congratulations!
On Tuesday, August 13, Louis Ochs was recognized for his service to 4-H. He was recognized by the Illinois 4-H Foundation as 4-H Hall of Fame recipients during a ceremony held at the Illinois State Fair in Springfield. Louis has been an amazing supporter and volunteer for the Jasper County
The Ambraw River Eagles 4475 held a porkburger event for the Jasper County Youth Wrestling program raising $750 for the program.
The Embarras River Basin Agency Inc will be distributing federal surplus commodities on September 12, 2019 at 904 W. Jourdan St. in Newton. After hours distribution is from 4 pm to 6 pm while supplies last. Please bring bags to pick up commodities. For those unable to come to the
New Beginnings church Wednesday night youth group is back in full swing. Youth pre K to high school welcome and bring your friends. Start time 6pm. If you live in town and need a ride give us a call we can pickup and drop off.
New Hope Church will be hosting a youth event coming up on September 27th at the Sunrise Youth Center. The event is for all 6th-12th graders in the community, and will be held from 6 pm to 8 pm. During the evening, they will be playing neon frisbee along with
Newton Elite Fitness is approaching its third year anniversary this coming November. Since opening, they have provided fitness classes to over 200 community members (ages ranging from 8-90). Their approach is simple, help one become a better version of themselves through instructor led group fitness classes and nutrition coaching. They