GSW Varsity Baseball Results
Tue, Apr 21 – Thr, April 23 GSW @ St Anne The game was postponed in the bottom of the 4th due to rain. GSW was leading 2-1 with 2 on and 2 outs.
Grow healthier ecosystems at home this pollinator month
Grow healthier ecosystems at home this pollinator month May 27, 2026 Shekina Mullen URBANA, Ill. — Planting native flowers in a backyard, patio container, or community garden can provide critical food and habitat for butterflies, bees, and other pollinators. This…
China resumes U.S. poultry imports, restores beef market access
China resumes U.S. poultry imports, restores beef market access By TAMMIE SLOUP FarmWeek China will purchase at least $17 billion per year of US agricultural products through 2028, in addition to the soybean purchase commitments made in October 2025, according…
DTHS Class of 1976 Looking for Classmates
The Dwight Township High School class of 1976 is planning their 50 year reunion. Contact information is needed for the following classmates. Any help is appreciated. Jeff Dillon Dennis Fuller Connie Johnson Art Kinkade Kim McCormick Bill Riccolo…
Dwight Trojans Advance to Regional Championship Baseball Game
May 28 – Regional Semifinal The Trojans opened up Regional Semifinal play with a 9–0 win over Grant Park. The win ensures the Trojans of their third Regional championship appearance, in as many years. Three Dwight pitchers combined on a…
Temperature Recap for the week …..
Thank you to the Village of Dwight Water Treatment Plant Crew for reporting these numbers to The Paper:
VILLAGE OF DWIGHT HOUSING REHABILITATION GRANT PROGRAM
The Village of Dwight HOUSING REHABILITATION GRANT PROGRAM is partnering with the North Central Illinois Council of Governments (NCICG) on a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Housing Rehabilitation Program funded by the federal government. Program partners also include the Illinois…
Area Students named to President’s List at KCC
The following students have been named to the President’s List at Kankakee Community College for the Spring 2026 term. To be named to the President’s List, a student must maintain a grade point average of 3.80 or higher and be…
Get Ready for Saunemin Days • June 27
The Village of Saunemin will be hosting their annual Saunemin Days on Saturday, June 27 from 1 to 9 p.m. in downtown Saunemin. Bring your family and friends to this fun event for all ages. Food and drink will be…
Area Students Named to KCC Honors List for Spring 2026 Term
The following area students have been named to the Honors List at Kankakee Community College for the Spring 2026 term. To be named to the Honors List, a student must maintain a grade point average between 3.25 and 3.79 and…
Morris Hospital Announces Stroke Support Group
Morris Hospital Announces Stroke Support Group May 26, 2026, MORRIS, IL – Morris Hospital is hosting its Stroke Support Group on Tuesday, June 9, from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the Morris Hospital YMCA, 2200 W. Dupont Avenue, Morris. Individuals who…
Hitting paradise allows Slammers to cruise over ThunderBolts
Hitting paradise allows Slammers to cruise over ThunderBolts By: Braeden Jones CRESTWOOD, IL – The Joliet Slammers (4-11) get their first win in over a week as they take the first game in the series versus the Windy City ThunderBolts…
Toolshed Talk: Weed Control & Conservation • June 23, 8 am
Toolshed Talk: Weed Control & Conservation Come join the Livingston County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) for a Toolshed Talk to learn about current weed and pest control measures and how conservation can help you control weeds and other…
Memorial Day is a time to remember and honor
Memorial Day is a time to remember and honor Three years after the Civil War ended, on May 5, 1868, the head of an organization of Union veterans, the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) established Decoration Day as a…
Illinois researchers map farming trends from space
Illinois researchers map farming trends from space By HANNAH SPANGLER FarmWeek Conservation tillage practices such as no-till and strip tillage play a key role in soil health and resilience. But understanding where, when and how often those practices are used…
Grass Goals: A Guide to Prepping, Mowing and Growing Your Ideal Lawn
Grass Goals: A Guide to Prepping, Mowing and Growing Your Ideal Lawn (StatePoint) With spring here, homeowners are tending their lawns to boost curb appeal and create an ideal space for kids, pets and gatherings. Whether you’ve been managing…
Doubleheader leads to double defeat for the Slammers as the Wild Things take both matches
Doubleheader leads to double defeat for the Slammers as the Wild Things take both matches By: Braeden Jones WASHINGTON, PA – A thriller of an end in game one of a doubleheader led into a dominating victory in game two,…
Rep. Bunting’s Springfield news update for May 22
Rep. Bunting’s Springfield news update for May 22 May 22, 2026 In this issue: Calling for affordability measures Standing up for local control Revenue estimate revised downward Lots of visitors in Springfield lately Calling for affordability measures Illinoisans are paying…
More than half of Illinois crops in the ground as planting progresses
More than half of Illinois crops in the ground as planting progresses By RHIANNON BRANCH FarmWeek While some Illinois farmers finished planting earlier than usual this spring, others are still in the middle of a drawn-out season. Kendall-Grundy Farm Bureau…
Create, explore, and let your imagination run wild at the Art in Nature event at Fugate Woods.
Create, explore, and let your imagination run wild at the Art in Nature event at Fugate Woods. Pontiac IL The natural landscape of Central Illinois is like a giant, ever-changing canvas filled with vibrant colors, interesting textures, unique shapes, and playful…
DTHS Board of Education Recap from May 20, 2026
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF DWIGHT TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT #230 Held in the Dwight Township High School Board Room On May 20, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. Board President Joel Sandeno called the meeting to order at…
