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The JCJH Lady Eagles are state-bound after defeating the Cumberland Lady Raiders 3-2 Tuesday, with Emma W delivering a dominant performance in the circle. Emma went the distance, striking out 11 Cumberland batters while allowing just three hits and two runs over seven innings. She did not issue a walk.
State Representative Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich) will host a road naming and dedication ceremony honoring Jackie Wayne “Jack” Steinman at 2 p.m. Thursday, September 24, 2026, at Willow Hill Park in Jasper County. The ceremony will recognize House Joint Resolution 30, which designates the junction of Illinois Route 49 and Illinois
The Newton Community High School volleyball team continued its perfect start to the 2026 season, winning three straight varsity matches against Fairfield, Edwards County and Carmi to improve to 11-0. Newton Defeats Fairfield Newton opened the three-match stretch at home against Fairfield on September 8. The Eagles battled to a
The Jasper County Board will meet Thursday, September 17, at 6 p.m. at the Jasper County Office Building, 204 W. Washington St. in Newton. The meeting will also be available by phone and Zoom. The September meeting agenda includes reports from county departments and elected officials, action items involving drainage
Newton Cross Country Runners Turn in Strong Performances, Post Multiple Personal Bests The Newton Eagles cross country teams had a strong showing at their recent meet, with Newton earning first place in the team standings and numerous runners recording personal-best times. Newton was listed first in the team competition with
The Newton Eagles picked up a 3-1 victory over the Robinson Maroons at home in the Pink Out match, held in honor of Bill Meinhart and sponsored by the Jasper County Cancer Support Committee. Robinson found some early success using a false nine, or withdrawn striker, during the opening 15
The Newton Community High School tennis team put together a strong stretch of competition, earning solid results in separate meets against Mt. Carmel and the Casey-Westfield cooperative. Newton vs. Mt. Carmel Newton won five of six varsity singles matches against Mt. Carmel. Olivia Sornberger defeated Hazel Earnest 8-1 at No.
Beverly Jean Napier age 72, of Newton passed away Thursday, September 10, 2026, at Lakeland Rehabilitation & Health Care Center. Cremation rites will be accorded to Ms. Napier. No services are planned at this time. Beverly was born on August 31, 1954, in Aurora, Illinois, the daughter of Robert Lee
Eagles Fall 1-0 to Olney in Physical Battle Under the Lights The Newton Eagles fell 1-0 to the Olney Tigers under the lights Thursday night in a physical, hard-fought soccer match that featured plenty of big challenges and a battle from start to finish. Newton came out aggressively, pressing Olney’s
Public Hearing for the City of Newton Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP) “Railway to Recreation” Grant Application on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 5:30 PM. • Public Hearing to Vacate Alley Running East and West from Walnut St. to Stevens St. of Anna Stevens Subdivision in the City of Newton,