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Victoria Diane “Vicki” Kocher, age 77 January 29, 1948 – August 28, 2025 Victoria Diane Kocher, age 77, of Sainte Marie, Illinois, passed away at 3:33 AM – Thursday August 28, 2025, at Helia Healthcare of Newton. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 12:00 PM (Noon) – Tuesday,
The Newton Eagles kicked off their 2025 football season in commanding fashion Friday night, clinching a 35-21 victory over Bethalto Civic Memorial under the lights at home. With a blend of explosive offense, timely defensive plays, and unwavering execution, Newton set the tone for what could be a memorable season.
NCHS football and band opened their 2025 seasons with the first home game of the season and the first halftime show performance of the season. Before the pre-game festivities, Tom Clark, the voice of the Eagles, was honored for his time as the announcer for Newton Eagle Football with a
Photos by Tre and Jessica Hall The Newton Eagles girls’ tennis team battled hard but came up short against Salem, dropping a 7-2 decision on Thursday. In singles play, Olivia Sornberger and Scarlett Collins earned Newton’s two victories. Sornberger delivered a strong performance at the No. 2 spot, defeating Madison
NCHS Varsity Football held its annual Jersey Presentation on Wednesday, August 27th, on the football field. Ray Diel was the speaker for the evening, and his focus was on what’s in a name and what being a Newton Eagle means.
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Christine Theresa LitzelmanJanuary 10, 1943 – July 27th, 2025 Christine Theresa Litzelman, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully on July 27th, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. She was 82 years old. Born on January 10, 1943, to Edward and Emma Zumbahlen, Christine was raised with
The Science-Backed Benefits of Red-Light Therapy 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)
Barbara Jean Paddock, age 76 October 5, 1948 – August 26, 2025 Barbara J. Paddock, age 76, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 9:29 AM- Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri. Services for Barbara will be held at 11:00 AM – Friday, August 29, 2025,
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