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Douglas Joseph “Clyde” Frichtl, age 62 March 18, 1961 – February 1, 2024 Douglas Joseph “Clyde” Frichtl, age 62, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 8:37 PM – Thursday, February 1, 2024, at Carle Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney, Illinois. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM
During the Newton versus T-town game at NCHS Troy Hickey, former NCHS principal, was recognized for his years of refereeing as he is retiring at the end of the season. Also during this game, the NCHS cheerleaders cheer camp attendees performed. The Eagles fell to T-town with a final score
The County Board met in a special session on Thursday, February 1, 2024. The meeting was called to order at 6:00 pm by proclamation according to law by Sheriff Francis. Sheriff Francis led a moment insilence and the Pledge of Allegiance. Members present were Bollman, Deckard, Geier, Heltsley, Judson,Pickens, Spiker,
Janet Marie Brooks, age 80, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 1:15 AM – Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center in Mattoon, Illinois. Funeral services celebrating Janet’s life will be held at 12:00 PM – Saturday, February 3, 2024, at the Central Christian Church in Newton,
Roberta O’Brien Barkley age 90, of Newton, Illinois passed away Sunday, January 21, 2024, at Carle Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney, Illinois. At her request, no formal funeral services are being planned. Roberta was born on June 12, 1933, in Jasper County, Illinois the daughter of Robert and Dorothy (Hamilton)
January 26, 2024 The Embarras River Basin Agency (ERBA) is excited to receive an anonymous donation of $15,000. The grant is to be used by ERBA’s Housing Counseling Department for mortgage assistance and past due property taxes. The donor requested the grant be named after ERBA’s former Executive Director, Marsha
Bob Helregel will be 86 years young on Friday, February 2, 2024. He would enjoy receiving cards from friends and family on his special day. His address is Newton Care Center, 300 South Scott Avenue, Newton, IL 62448.
JASPER COUNTY HCE is accepting applications for their annual $500 Scholarship to be awarded to an NCHS senior based on highest GPA. Students with a mother as an HCE member will receive first consideration. In the event no applicant meets this criteria, applicants with a grandmother as an HCE member
Frederick Ernest “Ricky” Messina, age 47 September 13, 1976 – January 28, 2024 Frederick Ernest “Rick” Messina, age 47, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 4:40 PM – Sunday, January 28, 2024, at his home. A service of remembrance will be held at 2:00 PM – Saturday, February 2, 2024,
The Newton Eagles faced the Richland County Tigers in the Championship game of the Little Illini Conference. The Eagles fell with a final score of 47 to 39. Scoring for the Eagles includes Caden Nichols with 13 points (3,1,4 for 4). Parker Wolf and Jacob Weber each with 10 (2,2)