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Newton Public Library District is excited to announce an Author Visit and Book Signing with Local Radio Personality and Author Bobbie Jean Ashley on October 4th from 3:00pm to 5:00pm. Ms. Ashley’s new book, a family drama, “All The Little Moments” is about a man who gave up all his responsibilities and set
Trick or Treat night is set for October 31st, 2019 between 5:00 PM and 8:00 PM, with a bad weather date of November 1, 2019. (Questions call 783-8478.) UNOFFICIAL Minutes of the City Council September 17th Meeting 1. CALL TO ORDER: Mark Bolander, Mayor Mayor Mark Bolander called the meeting
Donna Keller presented a check from the 2019 Cork and Pork to the C.A.N. Foundation. The CAN foundation assists families all year long with many aspects of life and care for our community members affected with an Autism Diagnoses.
The Newton Marching Eagles performed their halftime show during the Lawrenceville game.
The Newton Clinic of Sarah Bush Lincoln donated the proceeds from their sports physical clinics to the Newton Athletic Boosters and the St. Thomas Booster Club.
On September 17, the Newton Rotary Club heard about Saved By Grace Animal Rescue, a new not-for-profit organization dedicated to the rescue of neglected, abandoned, or abused animals in Jasper County, then providing them with a safe foster home until a forever home can be found. They are able to
The 2019 Photo Contest Winners for the Newton Public Library Contest: Best of Show – Shy Owlets – Martha Compton Best of Jasper Autumn on the Hill – Mary Bergbower Judges Choice – Beloved – June Hayden People Category – Rte. 66 Dinner – Martha Compton Best Student – Laney
Robert Welton “Bob” Cummins, age 94 November 10, 1924 – September 20, 2019 Robert Welton “Bob” Cummins, age 94, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 3:15 PM – Friday, September 20, 2019, at HSHS St Anthony’s Memorial Hospital in Effingham, Illinois. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 AM –
The Newton Lady Eagles Volleyball team won the St Anthony Tournament. In pool play, they defeated Chrisman 25-14, 25-9, Tri-County 25-19, 25-16, Pana 25-22, 25-16, and 15-9. Then they defeated Okaw Valley 25-18, 24-26, and 15-6 and for the Championship, they defeated Shelbyville 25-21 and 25-15. Category Leaders: Aces: Maddi