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January 27, 2020 PUBLIC NOTICE: The Dues and Donations Committee of the City of Newton has applications available for dues and donations for the year 2020 for local not-for-profit organizations. If your organization wishes to be considered for funding, contact the City Clerk’s office at City Hall for an application.
The Newton Eagles traveled to Pana in a non conference action on Tuesday. The Eagles fell to Pana with a final score of 60-24. The Lady Eagles will have a Pack the Place hosted by the Peoples State Bank and Senior Night on Thursday, January 29th. The Athletic Boosters will
PRESS RELEASE ON_2/13/20 THE EMBARRAS RIVER BASIN AGENCY, INC. WILL BE DISTRIBUTION FEDERAL SURPLUS COMMODITIES AT 904 W. JOURDAN ST. NEWTON. “AFTER HOURS” DISTRIBUTION IS 4PM – 6PM WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. PLEASE BRING BAGS TO PICK UP COMMODITIES. FOR THOSE UNABLE TO COME TO THE “AFTER HOURS” DISTRIBUTION, THE COMMODITIES
Mary Ellen Huston, age 89 June 12, 1930 – January 28, 2020 Mary Ellen Huston, age 89, of Rose Hill, Illinois, passed away 7:50 PM – Tuesday, January 28, 2020, at Newton Care Center in Newton, Illinois. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at the Meyer Funeral Home in Newton, Illinois. The
The Newton Woman’s Club Art Contest winners were recognized on Tuesday, January 28. Those who placed 1st through 3rd also received a monetary prize from Peoples State Bank. The first through third place winners will advance to the State level. 4-6: 1st/Sadie Iffert 2nd/ Tieler Long 3rd/Zoe Luthy Hon.Men/Faith
Jasper County Junior High 7th graders fell to Teutopolis with a final score of 54-11. This is the final game of the season for the 7th grade team. The 8th grade team will play in Robinson versus Marshall in regional play. JASPER COUNTY Date:1/27/20 7th Grade Jasper County- 2+4+5+0+11 Teutopolis-
All Jasper County students grades 2nd through 8th are invited to participate in the first Jasper County Youth Theater Camp. This two week camp will teach students acting, singing, and choreography skills, culminating in a 30 minute performance of Disney The Jungle Book Kids musical. The participation fee of $100
The Newton Eagles defeated Red Hill in LIC tournament action on Tuesday at Paris. The Eagles are playing in the consolation bracket after an initial loss in the tournament. The Eagles defeated the Salukis with a final score of 56-31. Team 1st 2nd 3rd 4th OT Total Newton 15 15
Newton traveled to Marshall LIC action Marshall 8 14 6 17 = 46 Newton 20 4 9 7 = 40 Scoring for Marshall: Osborn – 2,5,6 for 7 = 25; Compton – 21,0,2 for 3 ; Engledow – 0,2,0 for 2 = 6; Hiatt – 3,0 =
Jasper County Junior High seventh graders defeated Marshall with a final score of 36-28. JASPER COUNTY Date:1/25/20 7th Grade Jasper County- 8+4+15+9=36 Marshall- 5+10+6+7=28 Jasper County leading scores Lain Burgener-15pts Wade Wickham-7pts Opponent’s Leading scores Delp-9pts Parker-9pts Jasper County’s 7th grade Record:5-15 Jasper County’s Next Game: 7th Grade Regionals