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Dwight Historical Society Celebrates Rt 66 The Dwight Historical Society is celebrating the 100th Anniversary of Route 66 with a new exhibit in the museum as well as hosting several events during the Route 66 Red Carpet Corridor Festival. We…

  2026 Prom Queen Bridget Zavala & King Filemon Ortiz   Senior Royalty (LtoR): Sarah Parker, Evan Cox, Sophia Buck, Filemon Ortiz, Bridget Zavala and Joey Starks. 

April 28 The Trojans rallied with two runs in the sixth inning and two runs in the seventh inning to defeat the Seneca Irish 4-3. Trailing in the bottom of the sixth Jackson Launius single scoring Asher Kargle and Jake…

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April 28 Clifton Central 5 Panthers. 7 The Gardner-South Wilmington varsity softball team defeated Clifton Central by a score of 7-5. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 R H E Clifton Central 1 0 1 2 0 0 1…

Gardner Area Band Earns National Recognition for Excellence in Music Education The Gardner Area Band has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education (BCME) designation from the NAMM Foundation, recognizing the district’s outstanding commitment to providing high-quality music…

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE RELEASES BRADLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT OFFICER INVOLVED SHOOTING VIDEO April 28, 2026 BRADLEY – The Illinois State Police (ISP) is releasing video after the Bradley Police Department requested ISP to conduct an independent investigation of an officer involved shooting….

Dwight Historical Society to Host Events During Red Carpet Corridor Weekend   The Dwight Historical Society is sponsoring several events this weekend during the Red Carpet Corridor celebration. The museum will be open Saturday and Sunday from 9 am to…

Morris Hospital Recognized by American Hospital Association April 28, 2026, MORRIS, IL – The American Hospital Association (AHA) recently honored Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers for 100 years of participation, leadership and membership in the AHA. AHA Regional Executive Alex Rozenbaum presented…

April 24 Our Manteno Invite performances were outstanding for both girls and boys teams. The girl’s finished 5th with 62 points without 2 runners not at full strength. The boys won the meet for the 2nd consecutive season with 137…

DTHS Boys Track Front Row LtoR: Jesus Zavala, Ryker Anderson, Dane Frobish, David Allen, Tysen Walker, Filemon Ortiz, McKay Gleeson, Jovanny Zavala, Hayden Colclasure, Alex Ortiz and Moises Martin Back Row LtoR: Coach Mitch Thompson, Coach Keli Gall, Joe Faris,…

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.  

  April 25 On Saturday, April 25, the Tigers competed in the IVC track meet at Reed Custer. The all day IVC meet consisted of 10 teams and more intense competition for the Tigers.  Our Tigers did not disappoint, displaying…

Dwight 1   Putnam County 2 April 20   April 16 April 11 The softball team fell to Reed-Custer on Friday 8-0. The girls fought hard with Madi Ely having 8 strikeouts. Raegan Brown and McKenna Woodcock helped the defense with…

DTHS 2026 Girls Track Team Front Row LtoR: Coach Keli Gall, Nicole Schmidt, June Woods, Hannah Keri, Isabella Kelleher, Brooklynn Todd, Chloe Leithliter, Chloe Biros, Coach Brent Olson Back Row LtoR: Coach Mitch Thompson, Sophia Keri, Emma Eggenberger, Mikayla Chambers,…

Tiger P.R.I.D.E stands for Perseverance, Respect, Integrity, Dependability, and Empathy.  Classroom teachers choose one student per month who displays these characteristics and is seen as an outstanding student.  It is a great accomplishment, and we are all so very proud of them.  Congratulations to Gardner…

Dwight bowlers wins second half at Riverfront Lanes in Wilmington Left to right: B. Peter, R LeRoy, C Cook, B Scott , L Galloway, sponsor of LTG Shuttles

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The Gardner Area Band, under the direction of Mr. Michael Leone, is proud to announce its upcoming performance at the prestigious National Festival of the States in New Orleans, Louisanna.  The ensemble will take the stage on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at 3:00…

FRONTIER LEAGUE SET TO BECOME THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF PROFESSIONAL BASEBALL (NAPB) BEGINNING IN THE 2027 SEASON The Longest Running MLB Partner League in North America Adopts Historic Moniker to Signal a New Era of Community Impact and Growth AVON,…

Herman Eugene Fearman, also known as “Hermie” or “Gene,” age 91, of Odell, IL, passed away on Monday, April 20, 2026, peacefully at his home with his loving family by his side in Odell, IL. Visitation will be held from…

Congratulations to the 2026 DTHS Prom Court! Front Row LtoR: Seniors – Bridet Zavala, Sarah Parker & Sofia Buck   — Juniors – Josephine Groves, Avery Connor and Addison Sulzberger Back Row LtoR: Seniors – Evan Cox, Joey Starks and Filemon…

April 21 Track:  The track team took part in the Livingston County Track meet yesterday.  On the boys side both the 7th and 8th grade team took 3rd place.  The 7th grade girls team placed 2nd and the 8th grade…