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DTHS Varsity Cheer Squad – 2025 Front Row L to R: Joey Groves, Addie Taylor, Cara Wilson, Mia Franklin, Kit Connor, Avery Connor and Reagan Connor. Back Row L to R: Coach Isabelle Morales, Delaney Boucher, Dori Wilson, Makayla Wahl-Seabert,…

DTHS Varsity Football Team 2025 Front Row L to R: Landon Hoffner, Ayden Collom, Asher Kargle, Jackson Launius, Filemon Ortiz, Jake Wilkey,  Joey Starks, Evan Cox, Tysen Walker, Collin Bachand and Ameryn Wiles. Middle Row L to R: Coach Mitch…

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The Village Dwight Board of Trustees will meet Tuesday, October 28.   10.28.25 Dwight Village Board of Trustees Meeting Agenda 10.28.25 Village of Dwight Zoning Board of Appeals 

Natural gas rate increases likely for Ameren, Nicor customers next year by Andrew Adams, Capitol News Illinois October 24, 2025 Article Summary Nicor Gas and Ameren Illinois customers will likely see a rate increase on their bills next year, pending…

The United Women of Faith of the Ransom United Methodist Church will be having a Craft and Bake Sale on Saturday November 8th from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. with a free lunch served from 10:00 a.m. until 1:30 p.m….

The MVK Senior Citizens met October 21,2025 with President Beth Burns presiding. There were 18 members present to recite the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag led by Beth.  A moment of silence was held followed by the Secretary’s report…

DTHS Football Team Seniors 2025 L to R: Asher Kargle, Jackson Launius, Filemon Ortiz, Jake Wilkey, Joey Starks, Evan Cox and Tysen Walker.

DTHS Senior Cheer Squad L to R: Dori Wilson, Makayla Wahl-Seabert, Ryan Bean & Isabelle Kelleher

Morris Police Officer Nick Pampinella and civilian Jason Knapp of Glendale Heights were presented with awards for braveryat the City Council Meeting on 10-20-25, after their response to an incident at Stratton Park on August 2, 2025. The Morris Police…

DTHS Varsity Cheer Squad – 2025 Front Row L to R: Joey Groves, Addie Taylor, Cara Wilson, Mia Franklin, Kit Connor, Avery Connor and Reagan Connor. Back Row L to R: Coach Isabelle Morales, Delaney Boucher, Dori Wilson, Makayla Wahl-Seabert,…

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Oct 22 The Freshman Volleyball team ended their season last night with a loss to GSW  16-25, 21-25.    They ended a great season with a 13-7-1 record  6-1 in conference. Chloe Leithliter led all servers with 6 points and…

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GSW Freshman Volleyball Squad 2025 Back Row: Asst Coach Lauren Vitko, Kinzie Molle, Leah Olson, Brynn Christensen, Ellie Marquez, Autumn Manzello, Asst Coach Heather Muzzarelli, Head Coach Kira Campbell Front Row: Lily Eddy, Lyla Cacello, Kaylee Tousignant  

Gardner – South Wilmington JV Volleyball Squad 2025 Back Row: Head Coach Lauren Vitko, Alexa Dougherty, Jaci Wilkey, Leah Olson, Brynn Christensen, Bella Serena, Lily Buck, Ellie Marquez, Asst Coach Kira Campbell, Asst Coach Heather Muzzarelli Front Row: Lilly Scheuber,…

As Halloween nears, potential fire hazards lurk October 22, 2025 – From decorations and candles to flowing costumes, Halloween fun can quickly turn frightening if fire safety is overlooked. According to the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®), between 2019 and 2023, an…

GSW Volleyball Team – 2025 Back Row: Abbie Olsen, Maddie Simms, Kayla Scheuber, Madison Wright, Nina Siano, Grace Vitko Front Row: Aubrey Male, Ella Mack, Jayde Schweitzer, Olivia Siano, Abby Galass, Lily Buck

DTHS JV Cheer Squad – 2025 Front Row L to R: Addie Taylor, Clara Flott, Reagan Connor, Cadence Murphy and Grace Appler Back Row L to R: Coach Isabelle Morales, Cara Wilson, Stella Turner, Mia Franklin and Coach Jordyn Emmons.

Pritzker talks city budget, Bears stadium with Chicago business and civic leaders by Maggie Dougherty, Capitol News Illinois October 21, 2025 Article Summary The governor weighed in on Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s budget plan for the city, saying he opposed…

Oct 21 The 7th grade girls basketball team lost to MVK last night.  Izzy Pittenger had 6 points and 5 steals.  Aubrey Watts had 4 points, a steal and 1 rebound.  Evelyn Hansen had 7 points and 4 rebounds.  Olivia…

Morris Hospital Orthopedic Surgeon Talks About Hip and Knee Pain at Free YMCA Program  October 21, 2025, MORRIS, IL –  Dr. Ahmed Eldib, an orthopedic surgeon with Morris Hospital Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, will talk about hip and knee pain…

Economy, disease pressure push turkey prices upward By RHIANNON BRANCH FarmWeek  A combination of challenges on U.S. farms has pushed turkey prices higher as the calendar nears Thanksgiving, with wholesale prices up about 40%. American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) economist…

Rotary members are marking progress toward a polio-free world while helping to end the paralyzing disease Rotary members honor World Polio Day, 24th October Rotary members around the globe are taking action in honor of World Polio Day to raise…

Nearly 2 million Illinoisians set to lose SNAP benefits amid congressional stalemate by Ben Szalinski, Capitol News Illinois October 20, 2025 Article Summary About 1.9 million people in Illinois are set to lose Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits beginning Nov….

Sign up for October events at Dwight’s library Prairie Creek Public Library in Dwight has a full slate of events scheduled for October. All of these programs are free and open to the public. You do not need a library…

State-based health insurance marketplace opens amid federal budget stalemate by Peter Hancock, Capitol News Illinois October 17, 2025 Article Summary Open enrollment for health insurance sold through the Affordable Care Act marketplace begins Nov. 1 and runs through Jan. 15,…

The Varsity football team picked up their 3rd consecutive win on Friday, defeating Warrensburg Latham 28-13. The offense was led by Ayden Collom who carried the ball 23 times for 165 yards and 3 touchdowns. Evan Cox also tallied 85…

Oct 18 – IESA 1A State Finals Dean Carey and Libby Stipanovich traveled to Maxwell Park in Normal on Saturday to compete in the IESA 1A Cross Country State Finals. In the girls race, Libby ran 14:05 and in the…