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We Need Your Help! Many Dwight residents and people from the surrounding area know Guardian Angel Basset Rescue because of our presence in the Dwight Harvest Day Parade—affectionately known as “The Waddle.” Others may recognize us because of our beautiful…

Dwight’s library offers free summer events Prairie Creek Public Library in Dwight has planned several events to keep members of our community, both young and old, busy, entertained, and learning throughout the summer. These events are free and open to…

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

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Dwight Rotary again has contracted with Culpepper & Merriweather Circus for 2 ninety- minute performances this summer 2026 on Sunday, August 16th at 2 pm and 4 pm on the south-west side of the Dwight Grade School playground.

Derek “DT” Tjelle, 56, of Coal City, Illinois passed away on June 5, 2026. Born on May 7, 1970, in Streator, Illinois, he was raised and educated in Dwight, Illinois and graduated from Dwight High School with the class of…

American Red Cross to Host 31st Annual Evening of Stars, Featuring Heisman Trophy Winner and NCAAF National Champion Tim Tebow Funds raised from the event will help provide critical services throughout the region   June 9, 2026 – The American Red Cross is…

Grass Goals: A Guide to Prepping, Mowing and Growing Your Ideal Lawn   (StatePoint) With spring here, homeowners are tending their lawns to boost curb appeal and create an ideal space for kids, pets and gatherings. Whether you’ve been managing…

Morris Hospital Offers Babysitter’s Training Course May 26, 2026, MORRIS, IL – Morris Hospital is offering a Babysitter’s Training Course for youths age 11 and older on July 10 or August 6 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the…

The Dwight Township High School class of 1976 is planning their 50 year reunion. Contact information is needed for the following classmates. Any help is appreciated.     Jeff Dillon Dennis Fuller Connie Johnson Art Kinkade Kim McCormick Bill Riccolo…

Union Pacific’s Big Boy No. 4014 to Travel Across Illinois on Historic Coast-to-Coast Tour; Will Pass Through Dwight July 17 In honor of America’s 250th celebration, Union Pacific’s Big Boy No. 4014 has embarked on an historic coast-to-coast tour that…

Morris Hospital Announces Stroke Support Group May 26, 2026, MORRIS, IL – Morris Hospital is hosting its Stroke Support Group on Tuesday, June 9, from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the Morris Hospital YMCA, 2200 W. Dupont Avenue, Morris. Individuals who…

Dwight’s library offers free summer events and challenges Prairie Creek Public Library in Dwight has planned several events to keep members of our community, both young and old, busy, entertained, and learning throughout the summer. These events are free and…

The Village of Saunemin will be hosting their annual Saunemin Days on Saturday, June 27 from 1 to 9 p.m. in downtown Saunemin. Bring your family and friends to this fun event for all ages. Food and drink will be…

Night at the Kankakee County Museum The Kankakee County Historical Society is thrilled to announce a brand new fundraising event, Night at the Kankakee County Museum! All are invited to experience the Museum after hours like never before, with interactive…

Slammers Walk-Off In The Ninth By Tori Zalewski JOLIET, IL – The Joliet Slammers earned a 2-1 walk-off victory over the Windy City ThunderBolts tonight, capped by a game-winning hit from Cam Suto in the ninth inning. A pitching battle…

FAIRCHILD WAS SECOND-LONGEST SERVING PRESIDENT AT ILLINOIS STATE Twenty-Two Years as President, Through Depression and World War II By Tom Emery Raymond Fairchild was the second-longest serving President in Illinois State University history, guiding the school from 1933-55. In his…

The Trojan boy’s track and field team ended their 2026 season with a great day in the Class A state finals. The dream was to finish in the top 3 teams after the exciting and successful season they had. While…

Channahon Resident Selected as Morris Hospital’s New Vice President Channahon Resident Selected as Morris Hospital’s New Vice President June 4, 2026 — Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers has announced the promotion of Erin Kotowski to Vice President of Provider Relations…

What does an El Nino summer mean for Illinois crops? By RHIANNON BRANCH FarmWeek  As tropical weather patterns suggest a shift to El Nino conditions, FarmWeek interviewed Eric Snodgrass, a principal atmospheric scientist with Nutrien Ag Solutions, to see what…

Tue, Apr 21 – Thr, April 23 GSW @ St Anne The game was postponed in the bottom of the 4th due to rain. GSW was leading 2-1 with 2 on and 2 outs.  

After a brief and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer, Jeffrey R Fraher, 64, of Owings, MD passed away in the early hours of May 17, 2026, at home, surrounded by his loving family. Born in 1962 in Fairbury, Illinois, Jeff…

Norsk Museum 2026 Season Opens with Taste of Norway Breakfast and Cultural Celebration   Norway, Illinois – The Norsk Museum will officially open its 2026 season on Saturday, June 6, with the annual Taste of Norway Breakfast and a full day of cultural events…