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Top Democrats say they would consider small changes to Illinois’ SAFE-T Act

 January 16, 2026

Top Democrats say they would consider small changes to Illinois’ SAFE-T Act by Ben Szalinski and Jerry Nowicki, Capitol News Illinois January 14, 2026 Article Summary JB Pritzker and House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch signaled they’re open to amending the…

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Congratulations to the seventh grade boys basketball team on winning the IVC conference championship.

 January 16, 2026

Jaxon Lee #4, Cason Bean #10, Daris Brahimi #11, Braiden Bachand #22, Kade Jensen #23, Brady Marques #25, Chase Wilkey #30, Nate Wilkey #32, Cooper Irvin #40, Stone Skelton #43

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Illinois wage inequities improve slightly, persist despite transparency efforts: report

 January 16, 2026

Illinois wage inequities improve slightly, persist despite transparency efforts: report by Jenna Schweikert, Capitol News Illinois January 15, 2026 Article Summary A 2021 amendment to the Equal Pay Act mandates certain Illinois businesses to report biannual wage and demographic data…

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New H-2A wage rule ‘step in the right direction’

 January 16, 2026

New H-2A wage rule ‘step in the right direction’ By TAMMIE SLOUP FarmWeek  In the mid-2000s, Flamm Orchards in southern Illinois was forced to decide: Move to the H-2A temporary visa program or scale the operation way down? “We didn’t…

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New dietary guidelines issued

 January 16, 2026

New dietary guidelines issued By TAMMIE SLOUP FarmWeek  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., and USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins on Jan.7 released the dietary guidelines for Americans, 2025-2030, marking the most significant reset of…

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Dwight/GSW Wrestling Co-op

 January 16, 2026

Jan 15 @ Marquette Tonight was a tough match however we had some bright spots. Addie and Isaiah had victories and Dalton and Gavin wrestled physically but fell short. Avery and Aubree did not have matches. Boys wrestle this weekend…

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Dwight Redbirds Sports Results

 January 16, 2026

Jan 16  Wrestling:   The Redbird Wrestling team wrestled Morris and Manhattan Middle school last night in Morris.  The Redbirds ultimately fell to both teams.  Wrestlers Carlos Ochoa, Henry Sassenger, Blayze Halstead, Kimari Nelson-Smith, Eastyn Coyle, Jack Tjelle, Mia Hofener,…

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GSWB Sports Round-Up

 January 16, 2026

  Jan 15 – Volleyball The 7th and 8th grade Tigers traveled to Saratoga for their first conference matchup this season. 7th grade defeated the Hawks in three sets giving them their first conference win. Sadie Farrero and Mia Frig…

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MVK Sports Recap

 January 16, 2026

Jan 16 – Volleyball The Lady Mavericks went against conference opponent Seneca Raiders & had a program sweep! The girls played strong all the way through with lots of energy & lots of communication. 7th grade won: 25-10 & 25-13….

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HS Girls Basketball Results

 January 16, 2026

Jan 15  Seneca vs Putnam County                              1     2     3     4     Total Lady Irish            12   16   15   …

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Illinois extends enrollment deadline for health insurance plans beginning Feb. 1

 January 15, 2026

Illinois extends enrollment deadline for health insurance plans beginning Feb. 1 by Jenna Schweikert, Capitol News Illinois January 12, 2026 Article Summary Illinois residents now have until Jan. 31 to enroll in health insurance through Get Covered Illinois. Officials from…

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ILLINOIS SHERIFFS’ ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES SCHOLARSHIPS

 January 15, 2026

ILLINOIS SHERIFFS’ ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES SCHOLARSHIPS January 15, 2026 The Illinois Sheriffs’ Association announces that it will be awarding over $58,000 in college scholarships throughout the State of Illinois to students wishing to pursue higher education during the 2026-2027 academic year….

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Dwight to Receive $600,000 OSLAD Grant for Renfrew Park Phase 2 Upgrade

 January 15, 2026

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources announced $36 million in grant funding was awarded to 67 local park projects throughout Illinois, including Renfrew Park in Dwight, to help communities acquire land and develop recreational opportunities. The grants were awarded through…

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Temperatures From Last Week Recorded in Dwight

 January 15, 2026

Thank you to the Village of Dwight Water Treatment Plant Crew for reporting these numbers to The Paper: 

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Dwight Police Calls January 15, 2026

 January 15, 2026

Dwight Police Calls 1.15.26 Dwight Police Calls 1.8.26 Dwight Police Calls 12.31.25 Dwight Police Calls 12.25.25 Dwight Police Calls 12.18.25 Dwight Police Calls 12.11.25 Dwight Police Calls 12.4.25 Dwight Police Calls 11.26.25 Dwight Police Calls 11.20.25 Dwight Police Calls 11.13.25…

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GSW Panther Boys Basketball Results

 January 15, 2026

                       

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Concession Stand Manager Needed

 January 13, 2026

DYBS is going to be interviewing and hiring a Concession Stand Manager for the upcoming Spring Season!!!! We will be conducting interviews for this paid position at our next board meeting, February 1, 2026 at 4pm. If interested, please contact…

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DTHS Pep Band 2025-2026

 January 13, 2026

Front Row LtoR: Sienna Burke, Madlynn Lucus, Ella Payne, Katelyn Cummings, Kaitlyn Dolan, Michael Groves, Nicole Schmidt, Landon Hoffner and Reagan Connor Back Row LtoR: Gracie Shireman, Brandon Burke, Emmalynn Anderson, Ethan Marques, William Richards, Ryleigh Brown, Addyson Austin, Nekaylee…

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Dwight Lady Trojans to Host Tri-County Conference Tournament

 January 13, 2026

Dwight Lady Trojans are hosting Tri County Conference Tournament this year. Come out to Kresl Gymnasium to cheer on your Lady Trojans at 10am on Saturday against Henry.  

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Congratulations to Gardner Grade School Tiger Pride Students for the month of December.

 January 13, 2026

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…

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Tax Season Is Coming. Here’s Your Checklist

 January 13, 2026

Tax Season Is Coming. Here’s Your Checklist The Illinois CPA Society suggests making a checklist of the tax forms you’re likely to receive and need to file for a flawless tax season. CHICAGO, Jan. 13, 2026 – Tax season will officially…

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Obituary – Julia F. Dwyer, Geneva

 January 13, 2026

Julia F. Dwyer, 94, of Geneva, Illinois, passed away at 8:39 P.M., on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital in Geneva, Illinois. Visitation will be held from 10:00 A.M. until 12:00 P.M. on Friday, January 16, 2026,…

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MVK Middle School – Honor Roll 2nd Quarter 2025-26

 January 12, 2026

MVK Middle School – Honor Roll At the end of each quarter, the academic accomplishments of our students are recognized through the posting of the Honor Roll.  The first is the “High” Honor Roll.  Students must have all “A’s” in…

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Dwight Rotary Club / Dwight RR Donnelley (LSC Communications) Endowed Scholarship Available to DTHS Seniors

 January 12, 2026

Earl McCoy, President of Dwight Rotary Club and former Vice President & Division Director of Dwight’s R.R. Donnelley operations, reminds DTHS Seniors of the Class of 2026 to apply for the “Dwight Rotary Club / Dwight RR Donnelley (LSC Communications)…

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Illinois Prairie Community Foundation Annual Campaign is Underway

 January 12, 2026

A Gift to Annual Campaign Powers Community Change Our Annual Campaign is underway, and it’s not too late to be part of the impact. A gift from you will benefit many local organizations through IPCF’s General Grants, supporting quality programs…

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CRIS rural transportation provider for Ford and Iroquois County abruptly closes

 January 11, 2026

Iroquois County Rural Transportation On January 2nd, the CRIS rural transportation provider for Ford and Iroquois Counties abruptly ceased operations leaving our citizens without public transportation for their critical needs. The Iroquois County Board has been in meetings with state,…

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Station 343 in Dwight Announces Change in Operations

 January 9, 2026

Station 343 Restaurant in dwight recently announced upcoming changes in their operation. Below is their post from Facebook on December 28: Announcement from Station 343 Restaurant After 13 incredible years of serving Dwight, we will be closing after dinner service…

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Major Illinois energy reform bill signed amid projected shortages

 January 9, 2026

Major energy reform bill signed amid projected shortages by Maggie Dougherty, Capitol News Illinois January 8, 2026 Article Summary The Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act incentivizes battery storage among other measures aimed at bolstering grid reliability. It creates “virtual…

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Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library comes to Livingston County

 January 9, 2026

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library comes to Livingston County Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is now serving all of Livingston County. Every child from 0-5 years old who is a resident of Livingston County can register and will receive free books in…

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