Category: Gardner

Discover the Wonders of Agriculture at the GAVC Ag Open House • Look for the Red Barn!

 May 16, 2025

Discover the Wonders of Agriculture at the GAVC Ag Open House   On Wednesday, May 21st from 1 – 5 p.m., join the Grundy Area Vocational Center (GAVC) Ag students for an immersive agricultural experience at their Open House event! …

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GSW STUDENTS OF THE MONTH!

 March 11, 2025

GSW STUDENTS OF THE MONTH! Patrick Phillips, Sophomore in the GSW was nominated by three staff members who recognized how his acts of service and kindness impacted out school in a positive way! He enjoys fishing, bowling, interested in fitness,…

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Obituary – Daniel Bell, Gardner

 March 6, 2025

Daniel Bell, 87, of Gardner, Illinois, completed his life’s journey here on earth on his birthday, March 4, in Joliet. Born March 4, 1938, in Eureka, Illinois, Daniel was the son of Basil E. and Ruth Corrinne (Diehl) Bell. He…

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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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Gardner Area Band Invited to Perform at National Festival of the States in New Orleans, 2026

 February 24, 2025

Gardner Area Band Invited to Perform at National Festival of the States in New Orleans, 2026 The Gardner Area Band, under the direction of Mr. Michael Leone, is proud to announce an exciting opportunity for its students to perform at…

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2025 River Valley Conference Scholastic Tournament, Tri-Point High School Defeats Illinois Lutheran 

 February 13, 2025

At the 2025 River Valley Conference Scholastic Tournament, held February 8 at Donovan High School, Tri-Point High School defeated Illinois Lutheran to take the first place trophy. First Team All-Conference from L-R are:  Roman Faletti, Gardner-South Wilmington, Sean Reposa, Illinois…

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GSWB Sports Results

 February 7, 2025

Feb 6 The Tigers battled Bourbonnais St. George in the Regional Championship game.   GSWB struggled to get any baskets to fall in the first half and the Tigers would find themselves behind at the half 10-17.  The Tigers would cut…

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GGS Dodgeball Results From Feb 2

 February 3, 2025

On February 2nd, Gardner Grade School hosted its annual Dodgeball Tournament.  With 32 teams competing, there were 225+ players represented from Braceville, Coal City, Dwight, Gardner, and South Wilmington.  Players ranged in grades 2nd-8th grade with three different divisions.  All…

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Obituary – Kurt L. Mathes, Gardner

 January 21, 2025

Kurt L. Mathes, 81 of Gardner, Illinois, formerly of Tuscola, Illinois, died Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at Morris Hospital. Born December 14, 1943 in Cleveland, Ohio, Kurt was the son of Walter Mathes, Jr. and Gladys (Nicholl) Mathes. He was…

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Obituary – Helen Louise Hileman, Gardner

 January 6, 2025

Helen Louise Hileman, 78, a lifelong resident of Gardner, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 28, 2024, at Lightways Hospice Home in Joliet, Illinois, surrounded by her loving family. Born on August 21, 1946, in Morris, Illinois, Helen was…

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KCC Announces Fall 2024 Honors and President’s List

 December 19, 2024

Date: Dec. 19, 2024 The following students have been named to the Honors List at Kankakee Community College for the Fall 2024 term. To be named to the Honors List, a student must maintain a grade point average between 3.25…

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Obituary – Kevin J. Kociss, Gardner

 November 21, 2024

Kevin J. Kociss, 69 of Gardner, Illinois, died Tuesday, November 19, 2024 in Morris, Illinois. Born January 9, 1955 in Morris, Kevin John was a son of John and Marilyn (Hansen) Kociss. He was raised and educated in Gardner and…

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For First Time in School History, Trojans Advance to Round 3 of IHSA Football Playoffs

 November 11, 2024

The Dwight GSW varsity football team hosted Elmwood Brimfield for the 2nd round of the IHSA 2A football playoffs on Saturday, November 9. It was a defensive battle with neither side giving up much, but the Trojans were able to…

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Obituary – Dixie Lee Renner, Godley

 October 22, 2024

Dixie Lee Renner age 86, of Godley, IL passed away on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at the ARC of Dwight.  Born on September 10, 1938 in Joliet Township, IL to John C. and Evelyn Eldora (nee Dickson) Renner.  She graduated…

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Dwight/GSW Trojans Remain Undefeated – 3 – 0

 September 14, 2024

  September 13 – The Dwight Trojan Football Team notched their third victory of the season by soundly defeating the Aurora Central Catholic Chargers by a score of 46 – 0 Friday night in Aurora. The Trojans opened the scoring…

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Obituary – Michael Harry Wollgast, Sanford, North Carolina

 September 12, 2024

Michael Harry Wollgast, 43, of Sanford, North Carolina passed away peacefully at home on September 10, 2024. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 17 from 9-11 am, with Mass following, at  St. Lawrence Catholic Church, 165 E. Rice Road,…

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Obituary – Raymond Louis Serena, Gardner

 August 26, 2024

Raymond Louis Serena, 85, passed away on July 2, 2024, in Joliet, IL. Born on September 7th, 1938, in South Wilmington, IL, he was a member of Saint Lawrence Catholic Church. Ray is survived by his wife Mary Lou, children;…

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Obituary – Duane M. Lewis, Gardner

 July 8, 2024

Duane M. Lewis, age 80, of Gardner, IL passed away Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at Lightways Hospice Home in Joliet, IL.  Born on February 12, 1944 to Henry and Lorretta (nee Coss) Lewis.  On June 1, 1963 he married Donna…

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600th Career Win for Jerry McDowell!

 May 7, 2024

Dwight baseball coach Jerry McDowell picked up win number 600 after the Dwight Trojans defeated Streator Woodland  8–5 .  McDowell is pictured here with longtime friend / coach Brett Lardi. Jerry McDowell (right) and Brett Lardi.

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Obituary – Unetta Jirus, East Brooklyn

 May 6, 2024

Unetta Jirus Age 96 of East Brooklyn, Illinois passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at The ARC of Dwight. Born on March 23, 1928, Unetta Marie was a daughter of Richard and Marie (Wood) Golding. She spent her…

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Gardner Village Board – March 25, 2024

 March 27, 2024

Gardner Village Board March 25, 2024 By Don Phillips Gardner village board met in regular session Monday evening, opening their business with the approval of the March 11 minutes, payment of the bills, and approval of the Treasurer’s report. The…

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GSWB VOLLEYBALL – FINAL RESULTS

 March 6, 2024

  March 5 Last night the 8th VB season ended with a loss to St. George in regionals. Callie Robison had 1 ace and 2 kills. Olivia Buck had 2 aces and 3 digs. Sienna Burke had 1 kill. Kaitlynn…

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Braidwood Knights of Columbus Presents Check to GSW High School

 March 5, 2024

Mr. William Pohl, from the Braidwood Knights of Columbus Council #1574, presented a generous check to the GSW High School Special Education Program.  Each year, money collected from the Tootsie Roll Fund Drive is donated to local area schools for…

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Gardner South Wilmington High School Math Team is a Dynasty! 

 March 1, 2024

Gardner South Wilmington High School Math Team Dynasty!  Light the V for the GSW Math Team! The team won the RVC Conference Meet for the 11th consecutive year! Aiden Himes and Kaden Cavaness placed 1st for their oral presentation on…

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GSWB 7th Grade Volleyball Team Regional Champs! 20-1 Season Record!

 February 28, 2024

Congratulations to the 7th grade volleyball team on winning the regional championship last night against Dwight. The Tigers came out strong from the beginning and never let up defeating Dwight in two sets, 25-4,25-11. They now hold a season record…

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Gardner Village Board Recap – January 22, 2024

 January 23, 2024

Gardner Village Board Recap – January 22, 2024 by Don Phillips Gardner Village Board met in regular session Monday evening and opened with the approval of the minutes of the January 8, 2024 meeting and payment of the bills.  During…

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Congratulations GSW High School 2024 Homecoming King and Queen (Photo by Shayla Loring Photography)

 January 19, 2024

Congratulations to the Gardner – South Wilmington High School 2024 Homecoming King and Queen: Sam Tramutolo & Ava Brassard.  Sam is the son of Steve and Andrea Tramutolo of South Wilmington and Ava is the daughter of Mike and Alicia Brassard…

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Obituatry – Barbara Brooks, Gardner

 January 14, 2024

Barbara Jean (Hillman) Brooks, age 82 of Gardner, Illinois, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2024 in Dwight, Illinois. Born on September 3, 1941, Barbara was a daughter of Eugene and Maxine (Christensen) Hillman. Barbara was raised in rural Gardner….

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Obituary – Floyd “David” Leenerman, Gardner

 January 3, 2024

Floyd “David” Leenerman, age 78 of Gardner, Illinois died Wednesday, January 03, 2024, at the ARC of Streator. Born January 19, 1945 in Fairbury, Illinois Floyd David was a son of Floyd Rudolph and Mary (Billingsley) Leenerman. He was raised…

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Grundy County Veterans Assistance Commission – Veterans Day 2023

 November 9, 2023

Grundy County Veterans Assistance Commission – Veterans Day 2023   November 7, 2023 World War I began in 1914, after the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, and lasted until 1918. Thanks to new military technologies and the horrors of trench…

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Obituary – Barbara Jean Bryant, Gardner

 November 9, 2023

Barbara Jean Bryant, 83, of Gardner, IL, passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 27, 2023 at Desert Hills Memory Care Center in Hemet, CA. She was the daughter of the late Harold and Ethel Yenson born on September…

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TESS BROOKS CROWNED 2023 GRUNDY COUNTY CORN FESTIVAL QUEEN

 September 28, 2023

Congratulations TESS BROOKS as she was crowned the GSW Queen and also was named the 2023 Grundy County Corn Festival Queen!  All four Junior reps for Gardner-South Wilmington High School (Tess Brooks, Kendall Huston, Maya Cacello and Grace Olsen) will be in…

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GSWB Cross Country – 9/15/23

 September 18, 2023

9/15/23 Saunemin Meet Results The GSWB Cross Country Team competed in Saunemin’s 5 Mile Creek Invitational on September 15th. Four separate races were ran and the Tigers were able to come home with a handful of medals. Leah Oslen was…

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