Category: News
Dwight Police Department Needs Your Help!
The Dwight Police Department is seeking assistance in identifying these two individuals believed to be involved in numerous acts of vandalism throughout the Village. The incidents occurred in the early morning hours of Monday, July 1st. Damage occurred to businesses…
Corn acres planted down, soybean acres up in Illinois
Corn acres planted down, soybean acres up in Illinois By DANIEL GRANT FarmWeek A challenging planting season apparently didn’t stop U.S. farmers from seeding a hefty amount of corn and soybeans, according to USDA’s much-anticipated June acreage report…
Lanes reopening where possible for Independence Day travel
Lanes reopening where possible for Independence Day travel Non-emergency closures suspended, work zones still plentiful across the state July 2, 2024 SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that lanes that have been closed for construction will reopen,…
PNB and SOCU ATMs Damaged
Around 4:23 a.m. on Sunday, June 30 an individual purposely smashed the ATM screen at Peoples National Bank of Kewanee at 122 W Main Street in Dwight. The machine there is temporarily out of service but PNB customers can use…
Check Out Slammers’ Promotions This Week! Free Bill Murray Bobblehead to First 1500 Fans on July 6!!
Slammers Fans, July is approaching and we have a schedule filled with home games we cannot wait to share with you. Checkout all of the great promotions we have coming up below and don’t forget to purchase your…
MISSING PERSON – **Found
RE: MISSING PERSON LOCATED SAFE Sheriff Adam Diss reports on June 30, 2024, Sarah Petritsch who was reported missing on June 26, 2024 to the LaSalle County Sheriff’s Office was located SAFE and is with family at this time. There…
“Spring Valley is a Mining Town” by Richard Joyce
Former South Wilmington area resident Richard Joyce has published a book titled “Spring Valley is a Mining Town.” It chronicles the struggles between agents of the Spring Valley Coal Company and many of the residents of the coal town in…
Obituary – Lester William Rury, South Wilmington
Lester William Rury, 83, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at his home in South Wilmington, IL. Lester was born on May 13, 1941 in Sparta, IL to his parents Marby and Paul Rury….
Temps – Dwight
Thank you to the Village of Dwight Water Treatment Plant Crew for reporting these numbers to The Paper:
GGS Reading Camp Held June 24-28
Gardner Grade School Reading Camp was held June 24-28. It was a huge success with over 50 campers attending from grades K-5. Our teachers put forth great effort to make camp fun and engaging every day. We had excellent helpers…
Slammers’ July Homestand One
Slammers Fans, July is approaching and we have a schedule filled with home games we cannot wait to share with you. Checkout all of the great promotions we have coming up below and don’t forget to purchase your…
Morris Hospital Board Welcome Three New Members
Morris Hospital Board Welcome Three New Members June 24, 2024, MORRIS, IL –The Board of Directors at Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers has announced the appointment of three new board members, Dr. Maxime Gilles, Dr. Gina Hulbert, and Dr. Michael…
Work on I-55 in Grundy County underway
Work on I-55 in Grundy County underway OTTAWA – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that construction is underway on Interstate 55 in Grundy County. The work zone is about a mile north of the Illinois 47 interchange in…
Slammers drop rubber match against Y’alls
Slammers drop rubber match against Y’alls By: Matthew Gustafson JOLIET, IL – The Florence Y’alls defeated the Slammers Sunday in a decisive third game of the series on First Responders Day. Joliet (17-22) broke out the bats early with three runs…
Slammers shake off Sunday loss, shut out Y’alls for series opening win
Slammers shake off Sunday loss, shut out Y’alls for series opening win By: Matthew Gustafson JOLIET, IL – Jake Armstrong recorded the best start of his professional career Friday as the Slammers shut out the Florence Y’alls on Swiftie Night in…
A Celebration of Life will be held for Fred and Colleen (Moyemont) Ward on July 6th
A Celebration of Life will be held for Fred and Colleen (Moyemont) Ward on July 6th at the Dwight VFW from 11am to 3pm, hosted by the couple’s family. The service will start at 11am with Pastor Randy officiating. A…
Obituary – Charles Pokarney, Dwight
Charles Pokarney, 63, of Dwight, IL. passed away surrounded by his family after a brief illness, Thursday, June 13, 2024, in Dwight, IL. Private Services will be held at a later date and cremation rites have been accorded. Memorials in…
Tri-Point HS June News Release
June News Release Motion to adopt a Resolutions of Recognition to honor our student athletes Motion to approve consent agenda Motion to approve the contract with Almy Educational Consulting for the 2024-25 school year in the amount of $12,000 Motion…
DTHS School Board Meets June 18
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF DWIGHT TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT #230 Held in the Dwight Township High School Board Room On June 18, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. Board President Tim Henson called the meeting to order at…
Illinois Extension News
News For Illinois Homes AgrAbility provides more resources, expands chronic disease webinar series through summer Emerald ash borer continues spread through Illinois; Extension can help manage Welcome in spring with gardening content Cutting back branches leaves…
