Category: News
Who is running for Dwight Grade School Board of Education?
Dwight Common School #232 Board of Education Candidates The Consolidated Election on April 1 will include a race for the Dwight Common School #232 Board of Education, with five candidates vying for four openings. The candidates include newcomers Tim Misener,…
DTHS Board of Education Meeting Recap from March 19
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF DWIGHT TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT #230 Held in the Dwight Township High School Board Room On March 19, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. Board President Tim Henson called the meeting to order at…
Joliet Slammers Announce Second Round of 2025 Promotional Schedule Dates
Joliet Slammers Announce Second Round of 2025 Promotional Schedule Dates Slammers Fans! We are thrilled to announce the second round of their 2025 promotional schedule, featuring a diverse range of theme nights. These nights were created to incorporate the diversity…
Dwight and Area – April 1 Election Sample Ballot Races
Below are select races from the upcoming April 1 election. The Village of Dwight also has a 2-year trustee seat open as a result of the resignation of Randy Irvin in 2023. No one turned in a petition for the…
Illinois’ community colleges see nearly 9% spike in spring enrollment
Illinois’ community colleges see nearly 9% spike in spring enrollment by Peter Hancock, Capitol News Illinois March 18, 2025 SPRINGFIELD — Enrollment at Illinois community colleges grew to more than 285,000 in the spring semester this year, an 8.9% increase…
Temperatures From Last Week Recorded in Dwight
Thank you to the Village of Dwight Water Treatment Plant Crew for reporting these numbers to The Paper:
Federal DOJ launches probe into Illinois’ treatment of people with disabilities
Federal DOJ launches probe into Illinois’ treatment of people with disabilities by Beth Hundsdorfer and Molly Parker, Capitol News Illinois March 19, 2025 (This article was produced for ProPublica’s Local Reporting Network in partnership with Capitol News Illinois.) The U.S….
Illinois House panel advances bill to strengthen homeschooling oversight
Illinois House panel advances bill to strengthen homeschooling oversight by Molly Parker, Beth Hundsdorfer, Jade Aubrey and UIS Public Affairs Reporting (PAR), Capitol News Illinois March 19, 2025 SPRINGFIELD — After nearly three hours of debate before a packed hearing…
Prairie Creek Library in Dwight Makes Plans for Coming Months
Prairie Creek Library in Dwight makes plans for coming months Prairie Creek Library has a full slate of activities scheduled in the coming months. These events are open to the public and free unless otherwise stated. You do not need…
Braidwood Knights of Columbus Donate to GSW Special Ed!
The Braidwood Knights of Columbus Council donated to local area schools for the Special Education classes with hopes of helping the students get a better education. The donations were made back in September of 2024. The donations came from local…
Dwight Zoning Board Recommends Approval of Two Variances
The Dwight Zoning Board of Appeals met Tuesday, March 18 with two appeals for a variance to be considered: 1. Zoning appeal for variance being filed by Stanley & Linda Banks Living Trust, regarding property commonly known as 410 E….
Illinois Extension Gardeners Corner
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Dwight Trojan Varsity Baseball Results
March 18 – The Trojans opened up their season in coal city and took a 11 to 5 loss to a very good hitting Coaler team. Luke Gallet got things started off on the right foot by homer in the…
DTHS Softball Results
Dwight Lady Trojans lost to St. Bede 13-1. As a team, they collected 6 hits . Dori Wilson went 2 for 3 at the plate with 2 singles Makenna Woodcock went 2 for 2 with a single &a double Taylor Frobish& Sarah…
DWIGHT POLICE RELEASES INFORMATION ON DRUG INDUCED HOMICIDE
VILLAGE OF DWIGHT POLICE DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE MARCH 18, 2025 On July 31, 2024, Dwight EMS, Dwight Fire Department, and Dwight Police Department responded to a medical aid call in the 300 block of West Mazon Ave. Upon arrival the…
GSWB Volleyball is State Bound!
March 17 – The GSWB 8th-grade Lady Tigers defeated Lockport Kelvin Grove in two sets 25-23 and 25-17 bringing home the Sectional title. They are now headed to the State Tournament Friday, March 21 in Auburn, IL where they will…
Red Cross Giving Day, March 26, rallies 30,000 supporters to deliver aid when help can’t wait after disasters
Red Cross Giving Day, March 26, rallies 30,000 supporters to deliver aid when help can’t wait after disasters Financial and blood donations are needed now MARCH 17, 2025 — The Red Cross of Illinois is issuing a call to help…
Obituary – Rodney V. Hogan, Buckingham
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….
Livingston County Concert Association Presents “Admiral Radio” April 8
The Livingston County Concert Association in Pontiac, Iliinois is excited to present the folk stylings of Admiral Radio on April 8th at 7pm. South Carolina-based duo Coty Hoover and Becca Smith create a unique Americana blend rooted in traditional styles…
