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Joliet Slammers Announce Individual Game Tickets Now On-Sale and the 2026 Promotional Schedule Individual Game Tickets Now Available Alongside 2026 Promotional Highlights, Including Ghostbusters Night, NASCAR Night, and Global Goals Night JOLIET, IL – The Joliet Slammers have announced that individual…

Illinois lawmakers have reintroduced Senate Bill 4034 and House Bill 5319 to allow community colleges to offer a limited number of bachelor’s degrees in high‑demand fields such as nursing, advanced manufacturing, and early childhood education. The proposal, developed through extensive…

Morris Hospital Dietitian Discusses Diabetes and Carb Counting February 23, 2026, MORRIS, IL – A dietitian from Morris Hospital will present a free nutrition program, “Diabetes and Carb Counting,” on Wednesday, March 18, from 4:30-5:30 p.m. at the Morris Hospital…

Morris Hospital Nurse Practitioner to Discuss Osteoporosis at Free YMCA Program February 23, 2026, MORRIS, IL –  Taelor Stuedemann, a Nurse Practitioner with Morris Hospital Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, will talk about osteoporosis during a free community program on Tuesday,…

Melvin A. Drechsel, 88, of Dwight, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 27, 2026, at Arc of Dwight Nursing Home. Visitation will be held Friday, March 6 at Hager Memorial Home, Dwight at 10a – 11a.  With grave side services…

NEW DOLLAR GENERAL MARKET OPENS IN DWIGHT Community Grand Opening Celebration with Giveaways Scheduled for Saturday, March 7 GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. – March 2, 2026 – Dollar General is excited to announce its new DG Market at 410 E Mazon St. in Dwight…

Morris Hospital Announces Stroke Support Group February 23, 2026, MORRIS, IL – Morris Hospital is hosting its Stroke Support Group on Tuesday, March 10, from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the Morris Hospital YMCA, 2200 W. Dupont Avenue, Morris. Individuals who…

We Need Your Help! Many Dwight residents and people from the surrounding area know Guardian Angel Basset Rescue because of our presence in the Dwight Harvest Day Parade—affectionately known as “The Waddle.” Others may recognize us because of our beautiful…

Pedaling for Parkinson’s Exercise Class Expanded at Morris Hospital YMCA February 23, 2026, MORRIS, IL – In response to community need, Morris Hospital and the Morris Hospital YMCA have expanded their free Pedaling for Parkinson’s exercise class by adding an…

The Trojans opened up the 2026 season with strong performances from many athletes in a meet that had 3 Class A teams in the 15 team event. Scoring for the Lady Trojans in individual events were June Woods (2nd 400),…

Tickets For The Big House Ballgame Go On Sale March 11 Tickets are in high demand for historic exhibition at Old Joliet Prison in honor of Route 66 Centennial JOLIET, IL – The Joliet Slammers announced today that tickets will go on…

Grundy County Coroner John Callahan’s Office is confirming a shooting took place in the 100 block of Washington Street in Morris. Callahan states that 35-year-old Julian Rosario of Channahon was pronounced deceased in front 116 W Washington St. at 0116…

Feb 28 Volleyball:  The Lady Redbirds lost in the first round of regionals to Lockport Kelvin Grove. The scores were 25-17, 23-25, 21-25. It was a tough loss that ended the 7th grade season. The lead scorers are below: Izzy…

Mrs. Farrell-Levange and Mrs. Fritchtnitch would like to thank everyone who has attended and participated in the Empty Bowls Luncheon and the Silent Art Auction at DTHS. The Chefs catered a stellar event complete with soup, bread, and desserts and…

Four Dwight Police Officers were awarded Letters of  Commendation by Chief of Police Mike Nolan at the Village Board Meeting Tuesday, February 24. The officers were recently involved in two separate situations that both ended safe resolution. Left to Right,…

The Dwight Village Board of Trustees held their monthly meeting on Tuesday, February 24. In attendance were trustees Joshua Jahn, Austin Haacke, Deb Karch, and Dan Hansen. Trustees Pete Meister and Marla Kinkade were absent. Others in attendance were Mayor…

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HCE $1000 Youth Scholarship offered Applications for the annual Livingston County Home and Community Education Association (HCE) scholarship are available from Shirley Meenen, the Livingston County Extension office, or your school guidance counselor. This $1000 scholarship is open to any…

Mrs. Carrie Lovell, junior high teacher at St. Paul in Odell, has been chosen as a finalist in the 2026 Golden Apple Awards for Excellence in Teaching! CHICAGO (February 25, 2026) — The Golden Apple Foundation, a leading nonprofit committed…

Dwight Boys ended the season with a 66-76 loss to St. Bede in the regional semifinals in Serena. Dwight finished the season 19-13.  Scorers for Dwight. Collin Bachand-24, Joe Duffy-18, Trevor Jensen-8, Kayden Wood-6, Joey Starks-5, and Evan Cox-5 Trojans…