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Leroy John Drechsel, 97, of Albion, IL passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2025 at the Villas of Hollybrook in Mt. Carmel, IL. Leroy was born November 10, 1927 in Dwight, IL to John A. & Eleanor Dierks Drechsel. He…

Front row l to r:  Lacey Rodriguez, Ella Mack, Lily Buck, Olivia Siano, Nina Siano and Aubree Stein. Back row l to r:  Coach Amber Eisha, Ella Friddle, Kayla Scheuber, Bella Dinelli, Maddie Simms, Aubrey Male and Julianna Moats.

ROBERT BONE WAS BELOVED PRESIDENT OF ILLINOIS STATE Known for His Engaging Personality, Personal Touch During Presidency from 1956-67 By Tom Emery The best leaders often have a personal touch. Few personified that more than Robert Gehlmann Bone. A Springfield…

Become a lifesaving volunteer by giving blood or platelets with the Red Cross Celebrate National Volunteer Month; come to give for exclusive Red Cross T-shirt through April 30 April 17, 2025 — During National Volunteer Month in April, the American…

Dust storms in Illinois: Examining roles of weather and farming practices URBANA, Ill. — Recent dust storms in Illinois have raised the question of the cause of these events. In the last few years, these dust events have caused fatal accidents…

Gardner – South Wilmington Varsity Baseball Team 2025 Front row l to r:  Wyatt McNally, Caden Christensen, Hunter Partilla, Case Christensen, Aiden Mack, Tysen Sorensen, Cameron Gray, Aiden Himes and Tyler Gubbins. Back row l to r:  Head Varsity Coach…

Grundy County Coroner’s Office Announcement April 16, 2025 Grundy County Coroner John Callahan’s Office is confirming the body of the missing Minooka man was found late Tuesday afternoon 4/15/25. Callahan states a civilian member of a search team discovered the…

Native American mascot ban clears the Illinois House, heads to Senate by Bridgette Fox and UIS Public Affairs Reporting (PAR), Capitol News Illinois April 10, 2025 SPRINGFIELD – Illinois K-12 schools may soon be required to pick new mascots to…

Front Row – Sara Olson, Lainie Olson, Sylvan Olson Back Row – Ted O’Boyle, Noah Champene

Tax Day: Where do Illinois tax dollars go? New analysis from the Illinois Policy Institute found the average Illinois state income tax return is over $4K – up nearly $1.6K from 2017 CHICAGO (April 15, 2025) – While Illinoisans will finalize…

Seneca senior Sebastian Deering signs to play basketball at Aurora University. Front Row-Jon Deering, Sebastian Deering, Sandy Deering Back Row-Russ Witte, Harper Deering, Ted O’Boyle

Congratulations to the GSW High School 2025 Prom King & Queen: Jarrek Hirsch & Alison Howard-Grivetti.   Pictured are the Prom Court from the Crowning Ceremony held on Saturday, April 12 (l to r):  Alex Roge, Logan Conger, Tishaun Hinten,…

Cyndy Clapp, 75, of rural Kempton, IL, passed away Saturday, April 12, 2025. A visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, April 18, 2025, at Calvert and Martin Funeral Home, located at 206 N. Maple…

Andrew B. Serena, 37, of South Wilmington, IL, passed away Sunday, April 13, 2025 at Christ Hospital in Oak Lawn, IL.  Andrew graduated from Joliet Junior College and also graduated with a bachelor’s degree from Illinois State University in 2012. …

OSFM Announces $4 Million in Grants for Essential Tools and Equipment Wednesday, March 12, 2025   178 fire departments/districts and EMS providers awarded grants Springfield, Ill- The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) announced today the recipients of the…

Paul W. Derr, age 88, of Dwight, IL, formerly of Coal City, IL, passed away at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, April 7, 2025, at Heritage Woods of Dwight. Cremation rites have been accorded. A celebration of life will be held…

Congratulations to Dwight Township High School March Students of the Month! Senior- Averi Jury Junior- Ethan Zappa Sophomore- Trevor Jensen Freshmen- Mia Franklin

Congratulations to the Gardner-South Wilmington High School 2025 Prom Court!     Senior girls – front row: l to r:  Kendall Huston, Abigail Leveille, Samantha Martin & Alison Howard-Grivetti.  Senior boys – back row: l to r:  Alex Roge, Jarrek Hirsch,…

Mr. John Gary Ely, 80, of Shorewood, Il., formerly of Dwight, IL., passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with Wegener’s Disease on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at UC Advent Medical Center in Bolingbrook, IL. A graveside service will be…

Registration Begins for Morris Hospital Camp 911 April 7, 2025, MORRIS, IL – Children entering 3rd, 4th or 5th grade in the fall of 2025 can become better prepared for emergencies by attending Morris Hospital’s Camp 911 safety program on…

At approximately 1:30 on Monday, April 8, Dwight police officers responded to the 100 block of S. Old Rt 66 in reference to a robbery. Upon their arrival the male suspect had left the area. No injuries were reported and…

Chandler AZ resident Greg Tock describes the ornamental details of the Bougainvillea plant to his sister Mary. Bougainvillea is a genus of thorny ornamental vines, bushes, and trees belonging to the four o’ clock family, Nyctaginaceae. They are native to Brazil, Bolivia,…

Jean H. Louis, 94, of Dwight, Illinois, passed away peacefully on the morning of Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at The Arc of Dwight. Visitation will be held from 10:00 A.M. until 11:00 A.M. on Friday, April 4, 2025, at St….

Lyle K. Koedyker Sr., 79, of Dwight, Illinois, passed away at 9:51 P.M. on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at Morris Hospital, in Morris, Illinois. Visitation will be held from 10:00 A.M. until 12:00 P.M. on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at…

Morris Hospital Receives Well Workplace Award March 31, 2025, MORRIS, IL – Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers has been recognized as one of the nation’s healthiest companies by earning the Wellness Alliance’s Silver Well Workplace Award. The award is presented…

Chapter Members Learn About Notable Women of Illinois History Alpha Beta Chapter met at the Social Center in Maple Lawn in Eureka on March 22.  Tom Emery who is a freelance writer and historical researcher has produced 41 books and…

On March 29, 2025 at approximately 4:20 pm. a two vehicle accident claimed the life of a Gibson City woman just south of Fairbury. The accident occurred at the intersection of 600 North Rd. and 2200 East Road in Livingston…

On Friday, the 28th, the Trojans competed in the Illinois Prep Top Times meet at Illinois Wesleyan. This meet is an unofficial state indoor championship meet. Graham repeated his 2024 win with a throw of 57’1.5″ which was 3 1/2…

“MORE OF A LIFE COACH THAN A BASKETBALL COACH” Will Robinson Was First Black Basketball Coach in Division I History By Tom Emery One of his star players called him “more of a life coach than a basketball coach.” Another…

The Dwight Village Board of Trustees met Tuesday, March 25 at 5 p.m., just after the annual 2025-26 budget hearing. Trustees in attendance were Josh Jahn, Pete Meister, Marla Kinkade, Jenny Johnson and Brian Berta. Absent was Justin Eggenberger. Also…

Posh Nails Set to Open in Dwight with Celebration and Ribbon Cutting DWIGHT – The village of Dwight is about to welcome its newest business, Posh Nails, located at 100 West South Street, just across from the Country Mansion. Owner…

Jerome Dennis McNamara, 90, of St. Louis MO, formerly of Dwight IL, passed away on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at Evelyn’s Hospice House in St. Louis. He was born October 9, 1934 in Pontiac IL, the son of Thomas and…

Village of Dwight Budget Recap 2025/26 The Village of Dwight’s fiscal year runs from April 1 to March 31, which is a little different than most municipalities, which are from May 1 to April 30. The overall budget for the…