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News published on Coal City Courier in July 2025

 
News from July 2025
Coal City High School is inviting graduates who have served or are currently serving in the United States military to join its Hall of Heroes.

Coal City School District sets dates for new student registration

The Coal City School District has announced walk-in registration sessions for students new to the district.

Where could ZIP Code 60416 residents find the cheapest regular gas in week ending July 12?

The lowest price of regular gas in ZIP Code 60416 was found at two gas stations in the week ending July 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where could ZIP Code 60416 residents find the cheapest gas in week ending July 12?

The lowest reported price of gas in ZIP Code 60416 was found at two gas stations in the week ending July 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
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Shasta Marie Letterly, 46, of Coal City Mourned by Family and Community

Shasta Marie Letterly passed away on July 12. Below is the obituary.

Coal City’s July 14 weather: A 15-Year history

Over the last 15 years, temperatures on July 14 have ranged from a high of 91°F in 2012 to a low of 62°F in 2022, according to Open-Meteo.

Week ending July 12: Average diesel price per gallon in ZIP Code 60416 down from previous week

Drivers in ZIP Code 60416 paid an average of $3.65 per gallon of diesel in the week ending July 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Coal City’s July 15 weather: A 15-Year history

Over the last 15 years, temperatures on July 15 have ranged from a high of 91°F in 2012 to a low of 56°F in 2014, according to Open-Meteo.

2023-24 school year sees 266 students enrolled at Coal City Intermediate School

Enrollment at Coal City Intermediate School fell compared to the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Coal City’s July 16 weather: A 15-Year history

Over the last 15 years, temperatures on July 16 have ranged from a high of 95°F in 2012 to a low of 55°F in 2014, according to Open-Meteo.

Joseph Kokaisl and Carly Murphy acquire 565 E. Barber Drive, Coal City, appraised at $450,000

On July 14, Joseph Kokaisl and Carly Murphy purchased a property at 565 E. Barber Drive, Coal City from Orris Trust Dated December 10, 2024, as to an Undi Joseph E. Norris as the of the Joseph E. N. (trustee).

Coal City Community Unit School District 1 students suspended or expelled 175 times just in 2023-24 school year

There were 175 incidents of students being suspended or expelled just in Coal City Community Unit School District 1 during the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois Report Card.

Coal City’s July 17 weather: A 15-Year history

Over the last 15 years, temperatures on July 17 have ranged from a high of 98°F in 2012 to a low of 57°F in 2014, according to Open-Meteo.

Coal City student achieves perfect ACT score

Cimino recognized for outstanding academic achievement Fewer than one percent of high school students nationwide earn a perfect score on the ACT exam.

Summer sports camps offer skill development for youth

Summer athletic camps are ongoing throughout July, providing young participants the chance to learn from high school athletes and coaches in football, soccer, softball, and baseball.

Coal City educators log over 1,000 hours on curriculum improvements

In June, educators from the Coal City Community Unit School District #1 dedicated over 1,090 hours to improve student learning experiences.

Board dedicates bench honoring late secretary Mary Gill

On July 9, the Coal City Community Unit School District #1 Board of Education dedicated a bench in memory of Mary Gill, who passed away in August 2024.

Riverside Healthcare honored by American Heart Association for valvular heart disease care

Riverside Healthcare has been acknowledged by the American Heart Association for its efforts in enhancing care for aortic stenosis, a significant heart valve disease.

Jack L. "Thyger" Thygesen, 90, Remembered for Carpentry Skills and Love of Fishing

Jack ” Thyger” L. Thygesen passed away on July 16. Below is the obituary.

Coal City’s July 18 weather: A 15-Year history

Over the last 15 years, temperatures on July 18 have ranged from a high of 97°F in 2012 to a low of 57°F in 2023, according to Open-Meteo.