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ILLINOIS STATE POLICE INVESTIGATING OFFICER-INVOLVED SHOOTING LEXINGTON – The Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Internal Investigation is investigating an officer involved shooting in McLean County.   On February 24, 2024 at 12:42 p.m. on Interstate 55 northbound near Lexington, milepost 178, …

  The 4th Annual Empty Bowls Silent Art Auction for Dwight Township High School was a success this year.  The Art 3 Junior and Senior artists donated a collection of 22 handmade ceramic bowls that were produced in Mrs. Farrell-Levange’s…

Compassionate Educator Named Morris Hospital Fire Starter of the Month February 23, 2024, MORRIS, IL – Verona resident Danielle Skelton knew from a very early age that she wanted a career where she could help people. After witnessing her mother…

Nicor Gas supports customers during, after winter storms  Bill payment assistance grants and energy savings resources available   NAPERVILLE, IL. – Feb. 24, 2024 – During the three coldest days of winter storm Gerri, when wind chills dipped below -30°F,…

CONGRATULATIONS to Ms. Jeanette McCloskey for being selected as our REDBIRD TEACHER OF THE MONTH! We are lucky to have her in our Redbird Family!

Congratulations to our Trojan Staff Member of the Month: John Steurer! John is an important part of our transportation team we are very grateful for all he does for our schools & students!

Vilsack: Ag census serves as a ‘wake-up call’  By TAMMIE SLOUP FarmWeek The number of farms and farmland in the U.S. continues to fall, as the average age of farmers ticks higher. USDA’s 2022 Census of Agriculture released Feb. 13…

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At the regular meeting on February 21, the Dwight Lions Club hosted Scout Pack 4877. The Lions Club is the Scout sponsor.  All enjoyed the Scout presentation about their activities followed by a meal.

Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) Workshop: Opportunity for HS Students in Leadership February 21 was the first program of the year at the Rotary Club of Dwight. Tanya Walker (RYLA Chair Person) was our guest speaker. We met Virtually (Microsoft…

Prairie Creek Library offers several programs in March Prairie Creek Library has several events planned for March. All events are free and open to the public, however registration is necessary to make sure we have enough space and/or materials. Call…

Both Dwight School boards have approved Jacob Scheuer to be the new athletic director of both schools beginning next year.  This was a very sought after and competitive position. After a thorough search, Jacob rose to the top and we are…

From the Illinois State Emergency Management Agency – (SWIC) Statewide Interoperability Coordinator (communications) Here is the official release as of now. No end time noted. Regarding the reported overnight disruptions to cellular service, at this time, the cause of the…

Robert “Bob” Kelly, 64 or rural Dwight, IL died Tuesday February 20, 2024 at 6:15pm at his residence. A visitation will be held on Sunday February 25, 2024 from 3:00-6:00pm at Hager Memorial Home, Dwight, IL.  Cremation rites will follow the…

REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF DWIGHT COMMON SCHOOL DISTRICT #232 Held in the Dwight Common School District Library On Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. Board President Nick Stipanovich called the meeting to order at 6:00…

Wow! What a weekend, Dylan had 6 matches in 3 days and went 4-2. His quarterfinal match was a wrenching loss in the last overtime called ultimate tiebreaker. He resultantly bounced back the next day advancing to the round known…





US Ambulances for Ukraine will be sending its 10th shipment of donated emergency vehicles from the USA to Ukraine in late February, coinciding with the two-year anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion. The shipment of eight vehicles will include five ambulances, a…

The Dwight Township High School Art 3 students in Mrs. Farrell-Levange’s classes have been working hard since October creating several ceramic vessels through a choice of wheel throwing, slab building, slump method or slip casting. Their goal was to create…

With influx of state and federal funding, Illinois looks to add enough chargers to support 1 million EVs State EV coordinator says 30,000 more charging ports needed to reach energy goals By COLE LONGCOR Capitol News Illinois clongcor@capitolnewsillinois.com Illinois’ electric…

Feb 15 Seneca vs Peotone Regional championship Lady Irish        6    12    8   4     30 Peotone          11   16    8   12    47 Leading scorers Alyssa Zellers…

The Dwight Village Board of Trustees held their regularly scheduled meeting Monday February 12. Trustees in attendance were Randy Irvin, Marla Kinkade, Jenny Johnson, and Brian Berta. Trustees absent were Pete Meister and Justin Eggenberger. Also in attendance were Village…

On Feb 11, 2024, Pat Wilson Kelly and Mary Johnson had the honor of presenting six local Veterans with their Quilt of Valor. The quilts were donated by the Pink Ladies for QOV sponsored by Tickled Pink Fabric Store in…

Dwight’s library to offer gardening class, free seeds Prairie Creek Library, located at 501 Carriage House Lane in Dwight, will team up with Ace Hardware this year to bring people a series of presentations on gardening. The series will launch…

    Feb 10 At IHSA Chicago Hope Academy Boys Wrestling Sectional The Fighting Irish were led by 2 championship performances by Gunner Varland at 157 and Chris Peura at 215.  The Irish set a school record qualifying 5 individuals…

On Monday, February 5th the Dwight Police Department responded to the concession stand at Dwight Township High School football field/track in reference to a burglary.  The break-in occurred sometime within the previous week.  Investigators are seeking information regarding this incident. …

JOLIET, IL (Monday, February 12th, 2024)-Heritage Corridor Destinations has been awarded a $1.2 million grant from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) and the Illinois Office of Tourism. The funding will be used to enhance attraction development…

Saunemin Fireman’s Annual Breakfast Sunday, February 18, 2024 7 am – 12 pm Saunemin Community Building – Downtown Saunemin Pancakes, Sausage & Craig’s Famous Biscuits & Gravy!! ~ Donations Please – Proceeds will go toward new Personal Protective Equipment (gloves-boots-helmets~etc)

  Feb10 What an exciting weekend of wrestling in Chicago for the Sectional Wrestling Tournament. Dylan Crouch earned a first round bye because of his Regional title win. He won his opening match 16-0 and had a first period pin…

Emmanuel Lutheran Church Lenten Services Ash Wednesday Service, 2/14 6:00 p.m. Lenten Services 2/21 & 2/28, March 6, 13, 20 6:00 p.m. Holy Week Services:  Maundy Thursday Service, 3/28 6:00 p.m.                  …

Gardner South Wilmington sophomore Maddie Simms broke the single season record for most rebounds in the girls varsity basketball game vs Dwight on February 7. She currently has 272 rebounds surpassing the previous mark set by Sherri Buck in the…