Dwight Police Calls June 25, 2026
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Slammers get late-game comeback to win series against Evansville
Slammers get late-game comeback to win series against Evansville By: Braeden Jones EVANSVILLE, IN – An early score for the Evansville Otters (25-15) could not hold as the Joliet Slammers (16-23) kept cutting away at the lead before winning 6-3…
Temperature Recap for the week …..
Thank you to the Village of Dwight Water Treatment Plant Crew for reporting these numbers to The Paper:
Free “A Matter of Balance” program helps adults build confidence and reduce the risk of falls
(June 25, 2026 | Streator, IL) – OSF HealthCare, in collaboration with Mendota Area Senior Services and the Western Illinois Area Agency on Aging, is offering a free eight-week program designed to help adults reduce their fear of falling and stay active….
Morris Hospital to Host Community Blood Drive
Morris Hospital to Host Community Blood Drive June 24, 2026, MORRIS, IL – Morris Hospital is hosting a blood drive in cooperation with Versiti Blood Center on Friday, July 10, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. in Conference Rooms 2 & 3…
Obituary – Arnold D. “Arnie” Spandet, Las Vegas, Nevada
Arnold D. “Arnie” Spandet, 74, of Las Vegas, Nevada, passed away at his home surrounded by family. He was born November 2, 1951, in Streator, Illinois, and was raised in Dwight, Illinois. Arnie was the son of the late Arnold…
Ag traders shift focus to weather, upcoming reports
Ag traders shift focus to weather, upcoming reports By RHIANNON BRANCH FarmWeek Crop markets are focused on weather following a lackluster world agricultural supply and demand report from USDA. The June 11 report estimated a 3-million-bushel increase in old-crop…
Morris Hospital Nurse Practitioner to Discuss Memory Loss and Dementia
Morris Hospital Nurse Practitioner to Discuss Memory Loss and Dementia June 24, 2026, MORRIS, IL – As people age, changes in the brain increase the risk for developing memory loss, Alzheimer’s and other related dementias. Learn how to take charge…
Grundy County Deaths Recorded for May 2026
May 31, 2026 Connie M. Pottinger, 71-years-old, died at Morris Hospital, Morris, IL. Neptune Society, Downers Grove, IL is in charge of the arrangements. May 30, 2026 Constance R. Storm, 90-years-old, died at her residence. R.W. Patterson Funeral Home,…
Low hitting game goes Slammers way as a long away stretch starts with a win
Low hitting game goes Slammers way as a long away stretch starts with a win By: Braeden Jones EVANSVILLE, IN – After a hitless game for both teams for the first three innings, the Joliet Slammers (15-23) broke through first…
ROUTE 66 ROLLED STRAIGHT THROUGH ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY
ROUTE 66 ROLLED STRAIGHT THROUGH ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY Rolled Down Main Street, Through the Heart of Campus By Tom Emery Celebrations are being held across the area this year for the 100th anniversary of Route 66. Among the many attractions along…
Lifeline EMS Silver Award recently awarded to Dwight EMS
Village of Dwight Emergency Medical Services is nationally recognized for its commitment to quality care for heart attacks and strokes. The American Heart Association presents the Mission: Lifeline® EMS Silver achievement award for proven dedication to ensuring access to best…
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…
Norsk Museum and Cleng Peerson Lodge to Host Free Rosemaling Workshop July 19
Norsk Museum and Cleng Peerson Lodge to Host Free Rosemaling Workshop July 19 SHERIDAN, IL — The Cleng Peerson Lodge of Sons of Norway and the Norsk Museum invite the public to attend a free Rosemaling Workshop on Sunday, July…
In the Shawnee: Alpha-gal syndrome poses threat to southern Illinoisans as tick population surges
In the Shawnee: Alpha-gal syndrome poses threat to southern Illinoisans as tick population surges by Kristin Borchers, Riley Sembler and Saluki Local Reporting Lab, Capitol News Illinois June 18, 2026 Article Summary Alpha-gal syndrome is a little-known allergy caused by…
Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) announces recipients of the 2026 Small Equipment Grant Program
FY26-Small Equipment Grant Recipients Announcement The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) announced the recipients of the 2026 Small Equipment Grant Program. A total of $6 million was awarded to 260 fire departments/districts and EMS providers across the…
Dwight’s library reschedules events
Dwight’s library reschedules events Prairie Creek Public Library in Dwight recently rescheduled several events, which were postponed originally due to severe weather conditions. These events are free and open to the public. However, due to limited space, registration is required….
Students named to Heartland Community College Dean’s List
Students named to Heartland Community College Dean’s List NORMAL, IL, Jun. 16, 2026 – 412 full-time students and 937 part-time students have been named to the Heartland Community College Dean’s List for the Spring 2026 semester. At the end of…
Morris Hospital Offers Babysitter’s Training Course
Morris Hospital Offers Babysitter’s Training Course May 26, 2026, MORRIS, IL – Morris Hospital is offering a Babysitter’s Training Course for youths age 11 and older on July 10 or August 6 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the…
Strong pitching carries Mud Monsters to series sweep as Slammers head home with a losing streak
Strong pitching carries Mud Monsters to series sweep as Slammers head home with a losing streak By: Braeden Jones PEARL, MS – In the final of six straight games that these two teams have played against each other, Mississippi Mud…
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…
DTHS Class of 1966 Planning Reunion, Can You Help Locate These Classmates?
The Dwight Township High School class of 1966 is planning their 60th reunion and would like to get the word out to all classmates. The event will be a meal at The Dwight Country Club 6 p.m. Saturday night September…
Giannoulias Ends Mandatory Road Tests for Drivers Ages 79-86
Giannoulias Ends Mandatory Road Tests for Drivers Ages 79-86 Road Safety & Fairness Act Takes Effect July 1, Replacing Outdated Age-Based Requirement with Smarter, Data-Driven Approach A major component of Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias’ Road Safety & Fairness Act…
MVK Senior Citizens Meet June 16
The MVK Seniors met June 16, 2026 at noon at the Mazon American Legion. A pre-meal prayer was given by Nancy Johnson and the meal was catered by Hoffman House through Community Nutrition Nework and served by Lisa and her…
Star Spangled Picnic
Star Bangled Picnic Fundraiser Saturday, June 27 @ 4 PM UTC 500 Depot St, Mazon, IL 60444, USA Join us for the Star Spangled Picnic Fundraiser Dinner at the Mazon American Legion on Saturday, June 27, 2026 from 4:00 PM…
FACULTY MEMBER, FARMER, FRIEND
FACULTY MEMBER, FARMER, FRIEND Longtime ISU Professor Brockman Never Strayed From His Farming Roots By Tom Emery Dr. Herman Brockman was many things to many people. Being a farmer was near the top of the list. Brockman was a…
