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Poss Music Works, NFP, is excited to announce their 2020 Spring Artists in Residence, The Burney Sisters, who will be staying and performing in the Effingham area from Mar. 22-29, 2020. The Burney Sisters are Olivia (14) and Emma (12) from Columbia, MO. PMW Executive Director Bill Passalacqua heard them
JCJH volleyball photos presented by Melissa Stanley. The7th grade Lady Eagles advanced to the regional championship where their their season ended. The 8th grade team will be competing in the regional championship.
Elwin Lee Knifley, Sr, age 59 November 30, 1960 – March 3, 2020 Elwin Lee Knifley, Sr, age 59, formerly of Lerna, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2020, in Tennessee. Funeral arrangements are pending at the Meyer Funeral Home – Bishop Chapel in Greenup, Illinois. The obituary can
Lora Short, age 79 March 18, 1940 – March 10, 2020 Lora Short, age 79, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 5:00 PM – Tuesday, March 10, 2020, at her home. Funeral arrangements are under the care of the Meyer Funeral Home in Newton, Illinois. The obituary can be viewed
“From NCHS Bass Team facebook page. Today was our first high school tournament for the 2020 season at Newton Lake. Congratulations to Jacob Kaufmann for his 1st place finish with a total weight of 9.59lbs. Jacob Kaufmann – 9.59lbs Lane Bradley – 7.30lbs Noah Frohning – 4.53lbs Jackson Martin –
During Session Four of Jasper Together, attendees had the opportunity to sit at the goal that most interested them (however, they could choose more than one), and begin the process of finding ways to achieve the desired goal. Before beginning on the specific goals, each person in attendance was given
Attention friends and families…. At this time due to an abundance of caution, Newton Care Center is taking preventative measures because we care. We are limiting all non essential visitors to the facility. You may reach out to us for information at 618/783-2309. Help us stay healthy. Thank you!
Brenden Sherman presented a sensory board (Minds What Matter) to Mrs Niemerg’s class after working with the class for his Disability Awareness Merit Badge in 5th or 6th grade and enjoyed helping out. He decided he wanted to assist them in a way that would go beyond the current class,
The Jasper County Career Night and Job Fair is on Thursday! Check out this list of who will be there and plan to attend 6:30-8:00pm at the high school gym. Colleges: Lake Land College Lincoln Trail College Olney Central College Wabash Valley College Businesses: Alliance Tractor Sales Birkey’s Boilermakers Local
Sixth grade students, Michael Kennedy and Audrey Elliott, were chosen as recipients of the Illinois Principals Association Student Recognition Award. The pair were recognized on Wednesday, March 4 at the IPA Banquet held at the Holiday Restaurant in Olney. The two students were chosen for this award based on their