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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…

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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…

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…

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…

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 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 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 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…

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.  

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 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   (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 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 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 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. 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…

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…

The MVK Senior Citizens met May 19, 2026 at noon at the Mazon American Legion building. The lunch was catered by Hoffman House through Meals on Wheels for Northern Illinois and the Community Nutrition Network, served by Lisa and her…

Slammers Fall Short Despite Strong Start Against Crushers By: Brandon Ritsos   Joliet, IL – The Slammers (3-9) came into the rubber match of their series with the Lake Erie Crushers (7-5) looking to come out with a victory and…

The 52nd Annual Dwight Invitational Golf Tournament was held on Saturday, May 9th, at Dwight Country Club. Sixty players competed under windy and difficult conditions for the title. The overall champion for the 2nd year in a row was Carter…

Norsk Museum 2026 Season Opens with Taste of Norway Breakfast and Cultural Celebration   Norway, Illinois – The Norsk Museum will officially open its 2026 season on Saturday, June 6, with the annual Taste of Norway Breakfast and a full day of cultural events…