Tag: Dwight
Grape Koolaid for the Geese!? – Village of Dwight Board of Trustees Recap Oct 23
The Dwight Village Board of Trustees met Monday, October 23 in the Public Services Complex. Trustees present were Randy Irvin, Pete Meister, Marla Kinkade, Jenny Johnson, and Brian Berta. Also in attendance were Village President Paul Johnson, Village Attorney…
Dwight/GSW Girls Golf – Sectionals Oct 2
10/2 Bella Dinelli and Ava Meister competed in the IHSA Golf Sectional at Wolf Creek. Bella’s score was a 102 and Ava’s score was a 103 which left them both short of qualifying for the state tournament cutoff off 94…
Trojans Defeat Elgin St. Edward 40 – 14
9/1/23 SCORE BY QUARTER 1 2 3 4 OT Final St Edward 6 0 0 8 0 14 Dwight 8 25 0 7 0 40 The Dwight Trojans took control in the 2nd quarter and went on to defeat…
Country Financial Provides Funds to Support FFA Students
Country Financial representative Kevin Derossett is proud to provide funds to support FFA students attending this year’s Farm Progress Show. Pictured are students from Dwight High School FFA and Flanagan High School FFA.
Dwight Gridiron Trojans Begin Season in New Chicagoland Prairie Conference
The Dwight Trojans will take on Minonk (Fieldcrest) Friday August 25 in Minonk. This game will be the first as a member of the newly-formed Chicagoland Prairie Conference. Member schools of CPC include Elmwood, Melrose Park (Walther Christian), Norridge (Ridgewood),…
Kankakee Community College to Host Fall Job Fair
On Thursday, Sept. 21, Kankakee Community College will host a Fall Job Fair from 9 a.m. – noon in the KCC College Center. The event is open to the public and veterans are encouraged to attend as well. Admission is…
Path Is Shortened
The Paper has learned that the new multi use path, originally planned from Lions Lake to Renfrew Park via abandoned lanes of Route 66 and Morris Road, has been reduced in scope. The path will now be terminated at Illinois Route 17….
CONGRATULATIONS TO DWIGHT GRADE SCHOOL 2023 GRADUATES!!
DWIGHT COMMON SCHOOL 2023 GRADUATES ANDERSON, WILLIAM BRADLEY BACHAND, COLLIN MICHAEL BARTLETT, BRANDON MICHAEL-EVAN BASTIAN, SOPHIE JEAN BEIER, ALYSSA LEIGH BOONE, WILLIAM GEORGE BOUCHER, DELANEY CECELIA BOVELLE, LOGAN JAMES BOVELLE, MIRANDA FAYE BROYLES, JONATHAN RAY CARTER, CASHEL ELWOOD CHAMBERS, MIKAYLA…
GSW Varsity Baseball Falls to Lexington in Regional 6 to 5 – May 15
ILLINOIS STATE POLICE TO CONDUCT ALCOHOL COUNTERMEASURE ENFORCEMENT PATROLS May 5
ILLINOIS STATE POLICE TO CONDUCT ALCOHOL COUNTERMEASURE ENFORCEMENT PATROLS Pontiac – Illinois State Police (ISP) Troop 5 Interim Commander, Lt. Tim Sweeney, announces the ISP will conduct Alcohol Countermeasure Enforcement (ACE) patrols in Kankakee and McLean Counties on May…
Dust storms are rare but not unheard of in Illinois
Dust storms are rare but not unheard of in Illinois By DANIEL GRANT FarmWeek The large dust storm that struck central Illinois May 1 was a rare event for its widespread nature and destructive results. But such storms are not…
Amtrak to allow 110 mph trains – Joliet to Alton
Schedules to remain unchanged for several weeks Important safety reminders CHICAGO – Amtrak and the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) have received federal approval for maximum speeds up to 110 mph for most of the Chicago-St. Louis corridor, primarily between…
Coming home: Farm life ‘draws you back in’
Coming home: Farm life ‘draws you back in’ By ALI PRESTON FarmWeek Jill Craver had waited a year and a half to pitch her pharmaceutical products to a group of doctors in Quincy. But before the presentation began, her phone…
Morris Hospital Board Announces New Officers, Welcomes New Member
May 2, 2023, MORRIS, IL – The Board of Directors at Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers has announced new officers and a new Board member. Dave Bzdill is the new Board Chair, joined by Noreen Dollinger as Vice Chair, Steven…
Former White Sox Player, Kelly Dransfeldt, Speaks to GSW Varsity Club
On April 20th, GSWB Varsity Club invited former Chicago White Sox player, Kelly Dransfeldt, to share his career experiences with the club. Dransfeldt was a three-sport athlete at Morris High School playing alongside two-time World Series Champion Scott Spiezio. After…
DTHS High School Board Meeting Recap – April 19, 2023
THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF DWIGHT TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT #23Held in the Dwight Township High School Board Room On April 19, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. TROJAN OF THE MONTH Mr. Pittenger announced that he has chosen Spanish Teacher Nicole…
Dwight Fire Incidents 02/19/23 – 2/25/23
Incidents 3/9 through 3/16 Assisted Dwight EMS on 33 medical emergencies 3/10 Motor vehicle accident – Rt 66 3/11 Motor vehicle accident – I-55 3/12 Motor vehicle accident – rural Dwight 3/14 Mutual aid to Morris – canceled 3/14 Smoke detector…
Dwight Wrestling Club – DeLong to State / Nelson 2nd at Sectionals
Dalton DeLong is heading to state for the Dwight Wrestling Club. Dalton placed third at the Champaign Sectional on March 4, going 3-1 on the day. He will compete at the IKWF state tournament in Rockford on March 10 and…
Obituary – Clarence F. Simantel, Dwight
Clarence F. Simantel, 98, of Dwight, IL Clarence F. Simantel, 98, of Dwight, IL, passed away peacefully at 7:20am at Heritage Healthcare and Rehab in Dwight, IL on March 2, 2023. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am on…
Dwight Hires New Village Administrator
The Dwight Village Board met on Monday February 27. Trustees in attendance were Randy Irvin, Marla Kinkade, Pete Meister, and Jenny Johnson. Absent were Justin Eggenberger and Chuck Butterbrodt. Also at the meeting were Mayor Paul Johnson, Village Adninistrator Kevin…
Lady Trojan Basketball Awards
Lady Trojan Basketball had their awards Wednesday February 22nd. Most Valuable Player of the year was Kassy Kodat (Jr.) & Most Improved Player was shared between Emerson Peters (SO.) & Ella Legner (SO). Photo Attached – L to R –…
Obituary – Donald G. “Don” Funk, Dwight
Donald G. “Don” Funk, Dwight Donald G. “Don” Funk, 94, of Dwight, IL, passed away at Goldwater Care Nursing Home in Pontiac, IL on February 21, 2023. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, February 25, 2023,…
Pritzker announces $40 million grant program to promote development-ready ‘megasites’ – Dwight Properties Included
Pritzker announces $40 million grant program to promote development-ready ‘megasites’ Dwight Properties Included By NIKA SCHOONOVER Capitol News Illinois nschoonover@capitolnewsillinois.com SPRINGFIELD – Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Monday announced the creation of a $40 million grant program to incentivize the creation…
Every Step Counts
It’s no secret that walking is good for you. In fact, medical experts say it’s better than running. Walking improves fitness, reduces pain, eases depression and fatigue, and helps with circulation and posture, and more. It’s especially good for older…
Now is the Time to Prep Your Lawn and Garden for Warm Weather
Now is the Time to Prep Your Lawn and Garden for Warm Weather (StatePoint) It may feel like warm weather is still a way’s off, but you should already be getting your lawn and garden spring-ready, according to experts….
Dwight Village Board Meeting Recap – Feb 13
The Dwight Village Board met in Regular Session on Monday February 13. Trustees in attendance were Randy Irvin, Pete Meister, Marla Kinkade, and Jenny Johnson. Absent were Justin Eggenberger and Chuck Butterbrodt. Mike Haerr from Livingston County Veterans’ Assistance Commission…