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April 30, 1939 – November 17, 2025 Deacon John “Jack” Shuster III, age 86, of Olney, passed away on November 17, 2025, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes, Indiana. Jack was born on April 30, 1939, the son of John K. and Hazel Rue (Crouse) Shuster, Jr. in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Red light therapy (RLT) has gained popularity in both wellness and clinical settings for its ability to support healing, reduce inflammation, and even enhance cellular performance. This non-invasive, drug-free treatment uses specific wavelengths of light—typically in the red (620–750 nm) and near-infrared (750–1,200 nm) spectrum—to stimulate biological processes at the
Jasper County Community Unit #1, Board of Education Meeting Report November 17, 2025 Superintendent’s Report New Business Resignation/Retirement Hire
Letter from Superintendent Joe Sornberger RE: Ste. Marie Campus Transition For many years, our Board of Education has worked steadily to strengthen the facilities that serve Jasper County students. Every improvement we’ve made—from installing the elevator at Newton Community High School to updating roofs, HVAC systems, and classroom spaces—has been
Breakfast With Santa Coming to Scott Avenue Christian Church Scott Avenue Christian Church is kicking off the holiday season with a festive and family-friendly event: Breakfast With Santa. The community is invited to enjoy a warm, cheerful morning with the jolly man himself on Saturday, December 13, from 8 to
Santa Train Rolling Into Newton on December 7 The holiday season is making a magical stop in Newton this year as the Indiana Rail Road’s iconic Santa Train returns for its 35th annual tour. The beloved tradition, which has been delighting families across the Midwest for more than three decades,
Community Thanksgiving Service Set for November 23 in Newton Residents from across Jasper County are invited to come together in gratitude and fellowship at the annual Community Thanksgiving Service, scheduled for Saturday, November 23, at 6:00 p.m. The gathering will be held at 404 S. Scott Avenue in Newton. The
Frederic Porter Meyer, age 79 August 5, 1946 – November 12, 2025 Frederic Porter “Fred” Meyer, age 79, of rural Vienna, Illinois, passed away at 2:36 AM – Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at Mercy Southeast Hospital in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Funeral services celebrating Fred’s life will be held at 2:00
2025 Boys Basketball Varsity and JV Front Row: Left to Right: Kody Bergbower, Grayson Lingafelter, Eli Wolf, Chance Mulvey, Parker Harris, Ian Kessler. Second Row: Drake Wolf, Owen Uln, Hayden Mulvey, Jaccob Oldham, Mack Huber, Alex Gier, Lance Volk, Blaine Bergbower
2025 Lady Eagles Basketball Front Row: Left to Right: Nora Street, Alani Bergbower, Isabel Meinhart, Emma Schumacher, Brooke Gentry. Second Row: Ava Duncan, Nora Kistner, Claire Probst, Allie Hermann, Maddie Brummer, Layla Kuhl, Ava Earnest, Grace Schumacher.