Halloween season is upon us, and the Coal City Theatre Department and Coal City High School students are preparing the halls for our annual Haunted Hallways!
Halloween season is upon us, and the Coal City Theatre Department and Coal City High School students are preparing the halls for our annual Haunted Hallways! Haunted Hallways, an indoor costumed trick-or-treating event for children, is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct….
Illinois art contest invites students to explore the idea of community
Illinois art contest invites students to explore the idea of community Deadline is Dec. 18 to enter ‘My Community, My Story’ contest SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Young artists are getting a chance to let their imaginations soar on the theme “My…
Dwight HS Volleyball Results
Oct 20 Dwight vs Ottawa Marquette The JV Volleyball team came away with a big win vs Ottawa Marquette , 17-25, 25-21, 15-4. Tough serving and defense was key in the match. Stat leaders for the night were Addy…
Redbirds Basketball Results
Oct 20 Girls Basketball: The 7th grade girls basketball team beat Saratoga 26-12. Tinley Bunting – 1 rebound, 3 steals Mia Hoffner – 4 points, 1 rebound, 2 steals Luna Parker – 6 points, 2 rebounds, 1 assist,…
Seneca HS FFA to Host Annual Veterans Day Program
The Seneca FFA is honored to host its annual Veterans Day Program on Wednesday, November 11, at Seneca High School. The event gives students the opportunity to personally honor and thank the veterans who live in our school district for…
Illinois medical debt relief program surpasses $1B goal in two years
Illinois medical debt relief program surpasses $1B goal in two years by Bernarda Malevska, Capitol News Illinois October 15, 2026 Article Summary Two years after its launch, a state medical debt relief program has erased more than $1.4 billion in…
GSW High School Volleyball Results
Oct 19 Grant Park defeated GSW in the championship match of the RVC Tournament, 17-25, 6-25. GSW (18-15, 9-3 in RVC) Grace Vitko- 2 kills, 1 block Abbie Olsen- 2 Jaci Wilkey- 4 assists, 4 digs Julianna Moats- 5 digs…
DTHS JV Football Squad – 2026
DTHS JV Football Squad – 2026 Front Row LtoR: Carlos Ochoa, Ameryn Wiles, Dalton DeLong, Landon Hoffner, Luke Swartz, Ethaniel Hensel and Ayden Bromley. Middle Row LtoR: Coach Mitch Thompson, Jayden Soto, Noah Shores, Henry Sassenger, Blayze Halstead, Braxton Flahaut,…
IDOR issues guidance on dyed diesel penalty relief
IDOR issues guidance on dyed diesel penalty relief By TAMMIE SLOUP FarmWeek Motorists using dyed diesel fuel in on-road vehicles for agricultural purposes must maintain detailed records to qualify for penalty relief under Gov. JB Pritzker’s Oct. 6 executive order,…
DTHS / GSW Co-op Cross Country Results
Saturday, October 17 The Trojans finished their regular season on Saturday at the Patriot Invitational on the Detweiler Park course. The boy’s team finished 24th out of 61 schools and 39 teams. Their performance moved them to a 5th place…
REGULAR MEETING OFTHE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF DGS – OCT 14, 2026
REGULAR MEETING OFTHE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF DWIGHT COMMON SCHOOL DISTRICT #232 Held in the Dwight Common School District Library On October 14, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. Board President Jaime Mallaney called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m….
Rep. Bunting’s Springfield news update for October 16
Rep. Bunting’s Springfield news update for October 16 October 16, 2026 In this issue: Illinois needs a proactive approach to diesel crisis Applications being accepted for small equipment grant program Constellation announces major refit of nuclear plants Illinois headlines Illinois…
IHSA Football Playoff Process Gets Major Overhaul for 2026
The road to the Illinois high school football championships is getting a major upgrade. The IHSA is rolling out a brand-new, expanded 384-team playoff system that completely changes how teams punch their ticket to the postseason. If you’ve been trying…
Dwight Trojans Triumph Over Walther Christian 28 – 14
October 16, 2026 – The Dwight Trojans defeated the visiting Walther Christian Academy Broncos football team by a score of 28-14 in Friday’s Senior Night contest. The victory moves the Trojan’s season record to 6 -3 Coal City 14, Wilmington…
Gardner Grade School Announces September Pride Winners
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 Township HS Varsity Volleyball Team – 2026
Dwight Township HS Varsity Volleyball Team – 2026 Front Row LtoR: Grace Tjelle, Addison Taylor, Olivia Buck, Raegan Brown, Kenzie Livingston, Avery Crouch, Callie Robison, Addyson Pittenger, Sofia Keri and Kailyn Haggard. Back Row LtoR: Coach Steven Lopez, Kit Connor,…
GSWB Tigers Sports Results
Oct 15 Lady Tigers Basketball The 5/6th grade Lady Tigers basketball team had a road match up at Seneca. Their defense struggled early and they found themselves trailing 7-10 at the end of the first quarter. However, they only allowed…
Dwight Police Calls for October 15, 2026
Dwight Police Call 10.15.26 Dwight Police Call 10.8.26 Dwight Police Call 10.1.26 Dwight Police Call 9.24.26 Dwight Police Call 9.17.26 Dwight Police Call 9.3.26 Dwight Police Call 8.27.26 Dwight Police Call 8.20.26 Dwight Police Call 8.13.26 Dwight Police Call 8.6.26…
Dwight Youth Wrestling Practice Will Start November 2!
Wrestling practice will start November 2! November 2nd and 5th will be free practices for anyone to try it out. November 2nd will be from 5-6 pm in the high school wrestling (inside of the Trojan Athletic Facility) at 6…
Williams Street Townhomes Block Party Brings Residents Together for Family Fun, Community Resources, and Youth Engagement
Williams Street Townhomes Block Party Brings Residents Together for Family Fun, Community Resources, and Youth Engagement DWIGHT, IL. (September 26, 2026) – Residents of Williams Street Townhomes gathered on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for…
GSW/Dwight Co-Op Pantherettes Dance Team – 2026
Back Row = Alexa Dougherty, Lilly Scheuber, Jaci Wilkey, Savannah Winchell, Hailey Balcom and Claudia D’Amico Front Row = Brooklyn Alaimo, Alexis Runty-Pierce, Delilah Bowman, Greta Flott and Mikayla Vermaat.
Temperature Recap for the week …..
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Dwight Township High School Marching Band 2026
Dwight Township High School Marching Band 2026 Front Row LtoR: Gracie Shireman, Ryleigh Brown, Emmalynn Anderson, Cadence Murphy, Addison Perez, Ethan Marques, Ella Payne, Madlynn Lucus, Reagan Connor and Nicole Schmidt. Middle Row LtoR: Mr. Jakobe Rabor, Carlos Ochoa, Addyson…
Report: Illinois tax revenue from gambling increased 19% last year
Report: Illinois tax revenue from gambling increased 19% last year by Maggie Dougherty, Capitol News Illinois October 8, 2026 Article Summary The state’s annual wagering report shows tax revenues from casinos, sports gambling, slot machines and the lottery exceeded $2.7…
Dear Illinois drivers: Don’t get caught in the headlights this fall
Dear Illinois drivers: Don’t get caught in the headlights this fall Deer collisions at their highest with peak mating season in full swing Oct 13, 2026 SPRINGFIELD –Autumn in Illinois offers some of the most beautiful scenery anywhere in the…
