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The Newton Public Library Summer Reading Program has begun registration and will continue to register kids until June 4th. The complete information is located on the flyer below.
There will once again be free ukulele lessons offered for students going into third, fourth, and fifth grades at the Newton Public Library. This program, sponsored by the Embarras River Tourism Council, began registration on May 23rd and ends registration on June 4th. The lessons will be in person and
James Vincent “J.V.” Frohning age 77 March 11, 1945 – May 28, 2022 James Vincent “J.V.” Frohning, age 77, of Ingraham, Illinois, passed away at 2:20 PM – Saturday, May 28, 2022, in rural Ingraham, Illinois. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 AM – Thursday, June 2,
The Newton Eagles Boys Track Team medaled in several events today during the IHSA State Track Finals. The 4×400 Relay Team also broke the school record. Mens Results 100 Meters 1A – Finals 6. 10 Parker Wolf 11.20a (2.3) Newton 400 Meters 1A – Finals 5. 12 Evan Schafer 50.15a
Front-Jean Lin, Izzy Probst, Avery Zumbahlen, Grace Warfel, Karasyn Martin, Charlotte Schackmann, Paige Klingler. Back-Jailyn Hall, Ryanna Powell, Darci Marble, Abby Menke, Gracie Blake, Chloe Kroenlein, Rhianna Carter, Kendall Sessions. Jeanette Hickox
Bruce Lane Babbs, age 72 March 31, 1950 – May 25, 2022 Bruce Lane Babbs, age 72, of Oblong, Illinois, passed away at 5:30 PM – Wednesday, May 25, 2022, at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center in Mattoon, Illinois. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at the Meyer Funeral Home in Newton,
Photos by Jerry Martin The Newton Lady Eagles fell to the Freeburg Midgets with a final score of 1-2 . Gamechanger Recap t came down to the last play, but 2022 Newton Lady Eagles was on the wrong end of a 2-1 defeat to Freeburg Freeburg Midgets Softball Varsity on
The NCHS Boys track team advanced several individuals and relay teams to the State Finals on Friday. Below are the results of the preliminary competitions. Mens Results 100 Meters 1A – Prelims 6. 10 Parker Wolf 11.06a (2.5)PR Newton 30. 12 Evan Schafer 11.56a (1.1) Newton 400 Meters 1A – Prelims 5. 12 Evan Schafer 50.32a PR
Embarras River Basin Agency, Inc. News Release Embarras River Basin Agency, Inc. (ERBA) is taking applications for the CSBG School Supply Program, which provides required school supplies to eligible children attending Kindergarten through 12th grade during the 2022-2023 school year. Those interested should call now for an appointment to apply.
Lisa Ann Sigrist, 55, of Arcola, IL, passed away peacefully into the arms of Jesus on Monday, May 23, 2022, at 6:40 PM, surrounded by her loving family at her home. Lisa was born on July 31, 1966 in Olney, IL, the daughter of Dannie Lee and Eunice Rachel (Pagel)