Cost of teaching degree followed by low pay, benefits, seen as obstacles

 March 29, 2024

Tuesday, March 26, 2024 Cost of teaching degree followed by low pay, benefits, seen as obstacles By PETER HANCOCK Capitol News Illinois phancock@capitolnewsillinois.com SPRINGFIELD – Illinois continues to suffer from a shortage of teachers and other education professionals, although recent…

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DTHS Varsity Softball – March 28

 March 29, 2024

March 28 – Dwight lady Trojans played a DH (2 5-inning games) vs Roanoke-Benson on Thursday.  Game 1: Lady Trojans won 12-0. Madi Ely started on the mound giving up 4 hits, no runs and 8 strikeouts. The lady Trojans…

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GSW Varsity Baseball March 28

 March 29, 2024

      

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Dwight Village Board Approves DEA Platinum Membership

 March 28, 2024

The Dwight Village Board of Trustees met Monday, March 25, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. in the lower level of the Public Services Complex. Trustees present were Randy Irvin, Marla Kinkade, Jenny Johnson, and Brian Berta. Irvin presided as President Pro…

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Obituary – Vera Fitzpatrick, Dwight

 March 28, 2024

Vera was born on March 19, 1956, to John B. and Eileen V. Fitzpatrick in Streator, Illinois and grew up in the close-knit community of Dwight. She graduated from DTHS in 1974.  Following her graduation, Vera worked in the family…

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I-55 at Illinois 17 interchange to close overnight April 1 through April 4

 March 28, 2024

OTTAWA – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that weather permitting, Interstate 55 at the Illinois 17 interchange (exit 217) in Dwight will be closed for four consecutive nights from Monday, April 1, through Thursday, April 4. The closure…

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Dwight Police Calls March 28, 2024

 March 28, 2024

Dwight Police Calls 3.28.24

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Temps – Dwight

 March 28, 2024



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DTHS Trojan Boys Baseball March 27

 March 28, 2024

MARCH 27 The Trojans, varsity baseball team, defeated, Roanoke Benson at home on Wednesday by a score of 3-1. Luke Gallet had an impressive game both at the plate and on the mound as he hurled a three hitter with…

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GRAYSON SOBKOWICH RECOGNIZED AS A 2024 STATE FFA PROFICIENCY WINNER

 March 27, 2024

GRAYSON SOBKOWICH RECOGNIZED AS A 2024 STATE FFA PROFICIENCY WINNER   Grayson Sobkowich was selected as the State FFA SOE Award Winner in the area of Manufacturing, Engineering and Trades. Grayson is a member of the Seneca FFA Chapter.  New…

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BEN BIROS RECOGNIZED AS A 2024 STATE FFA PROFICIENCY WINNER

 March 27, 2024

BEN BIROS RECOGNIZED AS A 2024 STATE FFA PROFICIENCY WINNER   Ben Biros was selected as the State FFA Proficiency Winner in Specialty Crop Production. Ben is a member of the Seneca FFA Chapter.  Illinois FFA recognizes students in forty-eight…

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Gardner Village Board – March 25, 2024

 March 27, 2024

Gardner Village Board March 25, 2024 By Don Phillips Gardner village board met in regular session Monday evening, opening their business with the approval of the March 11 minutes, payment of the bills, and approval of the Treasurer’s report. The…

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DTHS 2024 Softball Team

 March 26, 2024

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VA and VAC outreach in Minooka

 March 26, 2024

The US Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration has announced that all Veterans who were exposed to toxins and other hazards while serving in the military — at home or abroad — will be eligible to enroll directly in…

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Dwight DartBall Tourney Champs – 2024

 March 25, 2024

Emmanuel Lutheran, Dwight 1st Place in the regular season, 2nd Place in the Tournament Left to Right: Ken Frutrel, Wes Lehman, Brian Bennington, Hayden Tjelle, Gary Hartz, DJ Branz, Pastor Mueller, Jim Feltenz.  Missing: Don Branz. Trinity Lutheran, Herscher 1st…

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Spring into composting by reviving a compost pile after winter

 March 25, 2024

Overhead view of a compost-filled bin overwintering. To revive a compost pile or bin, begin by assessing a starting point, turning the pile, managing inputs, and setting reminders to put this process on repeat. Photo: Gemini Bhalsod, Illinois Extension.  …

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DTHS Track Team Results from March 16

 March 25, 2024

March 22 The Trojans competed in the Illinois Prep Top Times meet on Friday at Illinois Wesleyan University. This was our first meet against only Class A competition. The coaches turn in their athletes performances and the best are invited…

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DTHS 2024 Track Team

 March 24, 2024

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Illinois lost population across every metro area, 87 counties in 2023

 March 23, 2024

Illinois lost population across every metro area, 87 counties in 2023 The Illinois Policy Institute reports 71,000 residents left the Chicagoland area CHICAGO (March 14, 2024) – Illinois suffered population loss among all eight Illinois-based metro areas and 87 of…

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Land Prices Holding Steady-to-Up – Survey Results

 March 23, 2024

Land Prices Holding Steady-to-Up – Survey Results (Bloomington, IL March 21, 2024) Farmland values across Illinois were ‘steady-to-up”  last year while the number of sales throughout the state appear to have been down significantly from  2022, at least according to…

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Tri-Point HS March News Release

 March 22, 2024

Tri-Point  High School March News Release Motion to approve the Consent Agenda. Motion to bar Dakota Cuff from all district property, activities, and events for a period of one calendar year, retroactive to March 4th, 2024,  pursuant to Section 24-24…

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DWIGHT TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING RECAP – MARCH 20

 March 22, 2024

THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF DWIGHT TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT #230 Held in the Dwight Township High School Board Room On March 20, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. Board President Tim Henson called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. PRESENT:…

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GSW Varsity Softball March 21

 March 22, 2024

Recap March 15 Panthers fell 9-3 to Streator Woodland in Fridays game. Maddie Simms was a force at the plate not getting out a single time. She went 2-2 with a triple, a walk, and a run scored. Makaila McDaniel…

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ILLINOIS STATE POLICE SEEKS PUBLIC’S ASSISTANCE IN A DEATH INVESTIGATION IN GRUNDY COUNTY

 March 21, 2024

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE SEEKS PUBLIC’S ASSISTANCE IN A DEATH INVESTIGATION IN GRUNDY COUNTY BRACEVILLE – Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Criminal Investigation Zone 1 is requesting the public’s assistance in the investigation surrounding the death of 23-year-old Destiny Dixon of…

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The Paper Song of the Week

 March 20, 2024

Each week The Paper will post its random selection for Song of the Week, just songs we have come across that seem to pique our interest. If you have a suggestion for a favorite that might apply, send us a…

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Mark your calendars for several upcoming events at Dwight’s library

 March 20, 2024

Mark your calendars for several upcoming events at Dwight’s library Prairie Creek Library has several events planned for March. All events are free and open to the public, however registration is necessary to make sure we have enough space and/or…

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Ewaste and Shredding Event Scheduled for April 13, 2024 – Grundy County

 March 20, 2024

Grundy County Land Use Department will be hosting an electronic ewaste and shredding event on Saturday April 13, 2024 at the east parking lot of the Grundy County Administration Building at 1320 Union Street, from 8:00 AM to Noon. Fees…

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