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Dwight’s library board president elected to state organization Prairie Creek Library’s Board of Trustees President, Victoria Ferguson, recently was elected to the RAILS Board of Directors. Ferguson was sworn in at the organization’s July 24 board meeting and will fill…

Village of Dwight EMS Accepting Applications for Full-Time EMT-Basic DWIGHT, IL July 29, 2026. — The Village of Dwight Emergency Medical Services is now accepting applications for a full-time EMT-Basic position. The position offers a starting salary ranging from $43,128…

Dwight Police Department Hosts Annual National Night Out to Strengthen Community Bonds DWIGHT, IL — July 29, 2026 — The Dwight Police Department proudly invites all residents to celebrate the annual National Night Out on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. This…

New Documentary ROUTE 66: THE MAIN STREET OF AMERICA Launches Rolling Premiere on Legendary Highway John Paget’s feature-length documentary celebrates the enduring towns and everyday heroes carrying the story of Route 66 forward. CHICAGO, Ill. — July 27, 2026 One…

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State Police (ISP) will host “Women of ISP: A Career Pathway Event” to highlight career opportunities for women in law enforcement and public safety. ​ ​ According to the U.S. Department of Justice, women account for about…

Joyce law gives municipalities more economic freedom SPRINGFIELD – A measure carried by State Senator Patrick Joyce that will allow for the transfer of funds between business districts under the control of a municipality was signed into law Friday. “This law…

  Grundy County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Fatal Traffic Crash Date/Time of Crash: July 25th, 2026, at 3:09 P.M. Location: 3000-block of N. Route 47; Unincorporated Morris, IL Vehicles Involved: Unit 1: Silver 2011 Buick Enclave Unit 2: Gray 2020 Honda…

Longtime Educator Carrie Lovell Named New Principal of St. Paul School in Odell DWIGHT, IL — St. Paul Catholic School in Odell has named longtime educator and “Teacher of Distinction” Carrie Lovell as its new principal for the upcoming school year….

MORRIS, IL — A 35-year-old Chicago man died Saturday afternoon following a multi-vehicle crash in Grundy County.  Grundy County Coroner John Callahan identified the victim as Adam C. Gnutek. The incident occurred on Saturday, July 25, on Illinois Route 47,…

New law brings farmland assessment changes   By HANNAH SPANGLER FarmWeek Farmland values could level off and eventually decline under changes to the state’s Farmland Assessment Act included in the budget package signed June 16 by Gov. JB Pritzker. Public…

ISU GRAD WAS ON DIVE TEAM TO RAISE THE MONITOR Scholley Was Part of Challenging Dive to Raise Famed Civil War Ironclad By Tom Emery The raising of the Union Civil War ironclad ship Monitor in 2002 was a landmark…

Rep. Bunting’s Springfield news update for July 24 July 24, 2026 In this issue: Illinois’ unemployment rate still above 5% Public comments being accepted about proposed Tollway rate hike Recognized by National Federation of Independent Businesses County fair season in…

Joyce measure to expand mental health counseling to coroners signed into law SPRINGFIELD – County coroners and medical examiners will soon be able to receive mental health counseling if needed, thanks to a measure sponsored by State Senator Patrick Joyce that…

Slammers fall to the Dark Side as Boomers win on Star Wars Night By: Braeden Jones SCHAUMBURG, IL – On a night where both the light and dark side saw good hits, the Schaumburg Boomers (33-31) only needed to score…

Prairie Creek Public Library offers slate of events Prairie Creek Public Library in Dwight has planned several events to keep members of our community busy, entertained, and learning. These events are free and open to the public. However, due to…

Village of Dwight  Board of Trustees Meeting Agenda 7-28-26

The MVK Senior Citizens met July 21, 2026 at the Mazon American Legion for lunch at noon catered by Hoffman House through the Community Nutrition Network. A dinner prayer was given by Nancy Johnson and 25 seniors enjoyed a picnic…

Dwight Public Schools (DCS #232 & DTHS #230) Dear Dwight Families & Community, Welcome to the third edition of our annual State of the Districts. We are thrilled to share the remarkable progress, academic growth, and athletic and fine arts…

Public feedback requested for IDOT’s annual transportation survey SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation is asking the public for their feedback on the state’s transportation system and the agency’s performance through the annual Traveler Opinion Survey. Available now through Tuesday,…

United Airlines to Postpone the Return of Service at CIRA [Bloomington, IL] – The Central Illinois Regional Airport (CIRA) was preparing for the return of United Airlines to our community. United was scheduled to begin service with multiple daily flights…

Kankakee Community College’s Department of Adult and Community Education is adding Saturday classes for GED preparation and English as a Second Language. All KCC Adult Education classes are free. The new Saturday classes begin Aug. 22, and meet from 9…

GEDC HOSTS INTERNSHIP RECOGNITION DINNER CEREMONY Parents were on hand to celebrate the successes of their sons and daughters as the fourteenth year of the Grundy County Summer Internship Program came to a close. An internship recognition dinner was held…

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MANY TEACHERS HAVE ILLINOIS STATE BACKGROUNDS   2024 Report: ISU is Largest Preparer of Teachers Among American Public Universities   By Tom Emery It’s already Back to School time, as youngsters prepare to head back to the classrooms. When they…

The Five Senses 124 West Main Street Located in the William Fox Developmental Center, the stained glass windows were created for the Keeley Institute. Installed in 1903 when the building was rebuilt after the 1902 fire, the windows represent the…

DWIGHT, IL — A unique masterpiece now permanently honors local veterans following a special unveiling ceremony at the Dwight VFW Post #2608 on July 10. The artwork, created by renowned one-of-a-kind artist Joe Everson, was funded by donations and then…

GABR and the Dwight VFW Post #2608 unveil artwork from renowned artist Joe Everson…….    

Prairie Singers to Present Patriotic Summer Concerts for the Mazon Sesquicentennial 150 Celebration and at the Ottawa Center for the Arts The Prairie Singers will present two special patriotic concerts in the month of August. The Singers will kick off…

Illinois State Police Combats Vehicle Hijacking and Theft SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State Police (ISP) continues to target vehicle theft, hijacking, and related violent crimes using grant funding from the Illinois Secretary of State Illinois Vehicle Hijacking and Motor Vehicle Theft…