Category: Dwight

Temperatures From Last Week Recorded in Dwight

 July 10, 2025

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

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Obituary – Richard Kilmer, Dwight

 July 8, 2025

Richard Kilmer, 90, of Dwight, Illinois, passed away peacefully at 1:40 A.M. on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at The Arc of Dwight in Dwight, Il. Visitation will be held from 10:00 A.M. until 12:00 P.M. on Thursday, July 10, 2025,…

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Obituary – Antoinette (Toni) Budzius (Mustari), Austin, TX

 July 8, 2025

Obituary for Antoinette (Toni) Budzius (Mustari) July 19, 1930 – July 1, 2025 Antoinette (Toni) Marie Budzius (Mustari), beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great- grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully in Austin, Texas, on July 1, 2025, surrounded by her four…

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Obituary – Eric “Rick” James Salzburg, Dwight

 June 30, 2025

Eric “Rick” James Salzburg, 66, of Dwight, Illinois, passed away on Friday, June 27, 2025, at Riverside Medical Center in Kankakee, Illinois.   Visitation will be held from 10:00 A.M. until 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at St….

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Obituary – Diane Lynn Seabert, Dwight

 June 21, 2025

Diane Lynn Seabert, age 78, of Dwight, IL, passed away peacefully on the morning of Friday, June 20, 2025, with her loving family by her side. Cremation rites have been accorded. A memorial service to celebrate Diane’s life will be…

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Obituary – Donald Eugene Maynard, Dwight

 June 16, 2025

Donald “Don” “Old Goat” Eugene Maynard, 78, of Dwight, Illinois, passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2025, surrounded by his family at his home in Dwight, Il. Hager Memorial Home of Dwight has been entrusted with the arrangements. Donald was…

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DWIGHT FFA HONORED AT STATE CONVENTION

 June 13, 2025

Dwight FFA HONORED AT STATE CONVENTION SPRINGFIELD – Members of the Dwight FFA chapter attended the 97th annual Illinois FFA State Convention June 10-12 along with more than 5,000 other FFA members, advisors, and guests. With a 2025 theme of…

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Obituary – David Lee Murphy, Dwight

 June 12, 2025

David Lee Murphy, age 62, of Dwight, IL, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. He was born on September 24, 1962, in Kankakee, IL, to the late Billy Junior and Virginia (nee Curtis) Murphy. David’s life was centered…

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Obituary – Maurice J. Miller, Palm Harbor, FL

 June 6, 2025

Maurice J. Miller, 90, of Palm Harbor, FL formerly from Dwight, IL, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2025. His memorial service will be held Saturday, July 12, 2025 in Palm Harbor, FL for the family. Maury was born on…

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DTHS Trojan Track Team Announces Award Winners!

 June 6, 2025

The Trojan Track and Field team held their award program Thursday, June 5, at the DTHS cafeteria with the following athletes receiving well deserved and well earned awards. Congratulations to these athletes and their fellow teammates for an exciting and…

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Obituary – Scott M. Christensen, Dwight

 May 29, 2025

Scott M. Christensen, 54, of Dwight, passed away Monday, May 26, 2025, at 7:54 p.m. at his residence. His service will be held Friday, May 30, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. at Hager Memorial Home in Dwight with Father David Sabel…

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Memorial Service Planned for Richard Faust

 May 22, 2025

Richard Daniel (Dick) Faust, 93, of Dwight passed away peacefully at OSF St. James Medical Center (Pontiac) on April 27, 2025. Cremation rites have been accorded. A memorial service for family and close friends is scheduled Wednesday, May 28 at…

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Obituary – Gary W. Nelson, 87, of Herscher

 May 20, 2025

Gary W. Nelson, 87, of Herscher, formerly of Dwight, passed away on Monday, May 19, 2025, at 10:27 p.m. at Serenity Estates in Morris. There will be a graveside service on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at Mt….

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Congratulations on the Retirement of Dwight’s Stinnett Gettinger: A Legacy of Dedication and Distinct Teaching Style 

 May 18, 2025

Congratulations on the Retirement of Dwight’s Stinnett Gettinger: A Legacy of Dedication and Distinct Teaching Style  After 32 years of unwavering dedication to Dwight Grade School, Stinnett Gettinger is hanging up his lesson plans, animal cages, and whistle to begin…

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Obituary – William W. (Bill) Lowery, Valley Springs, California

 May 16, 2025

Mr. William W. (Bill) Lowery, 74, of Valley Springs, California passed away on Saturday, May 10th, 2025. Bill was born November 21st, 1950 in Morris, Illinois. Bill was the son of Cliff and Marjory (Wilkinson) Lowery. He received his education…

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Ryan Bean Elected Student Council Vice President for Prairie 8 District

 May 10, 2025

 Left to right is Addy Sulzberger, Ryan Bean, Katy Kaluzny, Katy Dolan, Mia Franklin, Addie Taylor, Joey Groves, and Cloe Gall. Seven DTHS students attended the 91st Annual Student Council State Conference held May 1 – 3 at the Westin…

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Obituary – Richard Daniel (Dick) Faust, Dwight

 May 9, 2025

Richard Daniel (Dick) Faust, 93, of Dwight passed away peacefully at OSF Saint James – John W. Albrecht Medical Center (Pontiac) on April 27, 2025. Cremation rites have been accorded. Richard was born November 13, 1931 to Clarence and Geneva…

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Obituary – Scott A. Francis, Odell

 May 8, 2025

Scott A. Francis, 66, of Odell, passed away on Monday at 3:04 am on May 5, 2025, at his residence. “One More Forever” Celebration of Life will be Saturday May 10, 2025, from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm at Kings…

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Don’t delay – book now to ensure blood and platelets are on hand when seconds count

 May 6, 2025

Don’t delay – book now to ensure blood and platelets are on hand when seconds count $20 e-gift card, chance to win an American Adventure trip by coming to give now May 6, 2025 —The American Red Cross encourages the…

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DTHS Girls Track Team for 2025!

 May 1, 2025

Dwight Township High School Girls Track Team 2025 Back row:  Coach Lane, Coach Trewartha, Elizabet Ramirez, Brooklynn Todd, Emma Anderson, Olivia Valdez, Delaney Boucher, Kailyn Haggard, Jona Abedini, Honorine Mwizerwa, Coach Thompson Front row:  Sophia Keri, Adilynn Avilez, Belle Kelleher,…

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Obituary – Bonnie Jean Witkowsky (Thompson), Englewood CO

 April 28, 2025

Bonnie Jean Witkowsky (Thompson), age 79, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2025, in Englewood, Colorado surrounded lovingly by her husband and two sons. Born on November 17, 1945, in Streator, Illinois, Bonnie was the beloved daughter of Hugh “Dude”…

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Obituary – Michael Andrew Humbert, Dwight

 April 23, 2025

Michael Andrew Humbert, 67, of Dwight, Illinois passed away at home surrounded by his family on April 20, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer and heart disease. Visitation will be on Monday, April 28, 2025, from 4:00 P.M. until…

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Obituary – Leroy John Drechsel, Albion

 April 22, 2025

Leroy John Drechsel, 97, of Albion, IL passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2025 at the Villas of Hollybrook in Mt. Carmel, IL. Leroy was born November 10, 1927 in Dwight, IL to John A. & Eleanor Dierks Drechsel. He…

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Obituary – Paul W. Derr, Dwight

 April 11, 2025

Paul W. Derr, age 88, of Dwight, IL, formerly of Coal City, IL, passed away at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, April 7, 2025, at Heritage Woods of Dwight. Cremation rites have been accorded. A celebration of life will be held…

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April 1 Election Results for Dwight

 April 9, 2025

Below are unofficial election results of the April 1 election for the Village of Dwight, Dwight Township, Dwight High School, and Dwight Common School. Only the Dwight Common School Board of Education had a contested race.  

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Obituary – John Gary Ely, Shorewood

 April 8, 2025

Mr. John Gary Ely, 80, of Shorewood, Il., formerly of Dwight, IL., passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with Wegener’s Disease on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at UC Advent Medical Center in Bolingbrook, IL. A graveside service will be…

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Obituary – Jean H. Louis, Dwight

 April 2, 2025

Jean H. Louis, 94, of Dwight, Illinois, passed away peacefully on the morning of Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at The Arc of Dwight. Visitation will be held from 10:00 A.M. until 11:00 A.M. on Friday, April 4, 2025, at St….

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Obituary – Lyle K. Koedyker Sr., Dwight

 April 2, 2025

Lyle K. Koedyker Sr., 79, of Dwight, Illinois, passed away at 9:51 P.M. on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at Morris Hospital, in Morris, Illinois. Visitation will be held from 10:00 A.M. until 12:00 P.M. on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at…

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Obituary – Jerome Dennis McNamara, St. Louis MO

 March 28, 2025

Jerome Dennis McNamara, 90, of St. Louis MO, formerly of Dwight IL, passed away on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at Evelyn’s Hospice House in St. Louis. He was born October 9, 1934 in Pontiac IL, the son of Thomas and…

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Obituary – Rodney V. Hogan, Buckingham

 March 17, 2025

Rodney V. Hogan, age 96, of Buckingham, IL, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at his home. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at Hager Memorial Home in Dwight, IL….

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Obituary – Frances Marie Kissiar, Dwight

 March 14, 2025

Frances Marie Kissiar, 88, resident of the Arc of Dwight, passed away Friday, March 14, 2025 at the home. She was born July 20, 1936 in Houston, Missouri, the daughter of Clyde Edwin and Tressie Mayberry Kissiar. She is survived…

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REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF DWIGHT COMMON SCHOOL DISTRICT #232

 March 14, 2025

REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF DWIGHT COMMON SCHOOL DISTRICT #232 Held in the Dwight Common School District Library On March 12, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. Board President Nick Stipanovich called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m….

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DTHS Announces Girls Basketball Award Winners

 March 13, 2025

The Dwight Township High School basketball program announced their 2024 -25 team awards in a ceremony held March 12 at Dwight High School. Pictured from left: Rookie of the year: Liv Buck JV MIP: Cloe Gall JV MVP: Addy Sulzberger…

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Obituary – Gary Allen Emmons, New Windsor, IL

 March 13, 2025

Gary Allen Emmons, 69, of New Windsor, Illinois passed away Sunday, March 9, 2025. Visitation will be Tuesday, March 18, 2025, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at Peterson-Wallin-Knox Funeral Home in Alpha. The Funeral Service will follow directly after the…

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Varsity Girls Basketball Results

 February 26, 2025

Feb 25 Seneca vs Bishop Mac – Regional Tourney 1     2    3     4    Total Lady Irish       5   13    4    8      30 Bishop Mac.   5  13…

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Obituary – Joyce Christiansen, Dwight,

 February 25, 2025

Joyce Christiansen, 94, of Dwight, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 24, 2025, at the Arc of Dwight, in Dwight, Illinois.  Visitation will be held from 9:30 A.M. until 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at St. Peter…

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Obituary – Patrick Gregory “Juiceman” Phelan, Aurora

 February 21, 2025

Patrick Gregory “Juiceman” Phelan, 84, passed away on February 17, 2025, in Aurora, Illinois. Born on February 10, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois, he lived a life filled with dedication to family, faith, and community. He was recognized as a 50…

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Obituary – Laura Lee McConnell, Dwight

 February 18, 2025

Laura Lee McConnell, 86, of Dwight, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at the Arc of Dwight in Dwight, Illinois. A graveside service will be held later this spring at McDowell Cemetery in Dwight, Illinois. Dates and…

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