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Bobbie Jean Ashley is announcing the release of her first album. “BooFuhLuh” will be available on all streaming platforms on December 8, 2020. Ashley wrote each of the songs on her album which includes: Dream on Baby, Golden Rule, Nature’s Symphony, Throw It in the Trunk, Speak Up, I Am
St. Thomas adapted their annual Kindergarten through second grade Thanksgiving program
The second grade classes at Newton Elementary enjoyed a mystery reader via Zoom. Superintendent Andrew Johnson joined the students online and shared a story with them.
Rebecca Lee “Becky” McCrary, age 62 September 22, 1958 – November 24, 2020 Rebecca Lee “Becky” McCrary, age 62, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 3:13 PM – Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, Illinois. Private family services will be held. In loving memory of Becky,
Reorganizational AGENDA Jasper County Board December 1, 2020 Jasper County Office Building 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Sheriff’s Proclamation Silence/Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Public Comment: Approval of the agenda Oath of Office Nominations and Election of Board Chairman/Vice Chairman Set Board meeting dates and times Adopt policies of previous board
The Ste. Marie Foundation house is looking for old Christmas snap shots like the ones shown to display in the Christmas exhibit at the Foundation House. IF you can help contact the Sainte Marie, Illinois Facebook page or Donna Keller or Mike Hartrich.
Terrence “Terry” J. Lidy, beloved father and grandfather, passed away on Sunday, November 22, 2020 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Decatur, IL. Terry was born on January 19, 1943 in Effingham, IL at St. Anthony’s Hospital to parents Leonard and Marie (Mammoser) Lidy. A long-time resident of Newton, IL Terry
MARILYN R. WETHERHOLT, age 84 July 23, 1936 – November 19, 2020 Marilyn R. Wetherholt, age 84, of Effingham, Illinois, passed away at 7:37 AM – Thursday, November 19, 2020 at Lutheran Care Center in Altamont, Illinois. Private service will be held with burial in the Trexler Cemetery in rural
Incumbent Candidates that file in Nonpartisan filing period Mayor—–Mark Bolander City Clerk—–Rosetta M. York Ward-1 Alderman—–Gayle Glumac Ward-2 Alderman—–Eric Blake Ward-3 Alderman—–Robert Reisner Challenging candidates, so far. There can be candidates file as an independent candidate in December 14-21. Mayor—-Joshua J. Kuhl