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City of Jerseyville launches TextMyGov system
By Steven Spencer The City of Jerseyville has announced the implementation of a new text notification system, TextMyGov. The text alert system allows the residents to text questions and report issues directly to the city’s TextMyGov number. The alert system can provide 24-hour service with answers to questions and various responses that provide information and…
Read MoreGrafton’s Tiffany Blasa announced as next winner in photo contest
State Rep. C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Murrayville) announced the winner of the second round of his photo contest is Tiffany Blasa of Grafton. Ms. Blasa’s photo captures a scene of an exhibition barn and familiar images located on the Jersey County Fairgrounds. “Our county fairs are such a big part of my large rural district, and this…
Read MoreAmple sweet corn crop expected despite challenges
By RHIANNON BRANCH | FarmWeek As consumers look to add fresh sweet corn to their summer meals, a couple of Illinois producers say conditions have been right for a good crop this season. John Bartman grows 2 to 5 acres of sweet corn near Marengo which is marketed at a roadside stand in McHenry County…
Read MoreIDPH reports first human case of West Nile Virus in Illinois of 2024
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today announced the first human case of 2024 in Illinois of West Nile virus (WNV), the mosquito-borne illness. While commercial testing and clinical symptoms indicate a case of WNV, IDPH routinely sends the first positive case to CDC for confirmatory testing, which is pending. The individual is in…
Read MoreJimmy Fosha Scholarship award winners announced
After years of controversy, state pauses CO2 pipeline construction, for now
By Andrew Adams | Capitol News Illinois New safety requirements for carbon dioxide pipelines as well as a temporary ban on their construction are now in effect after Gov. JB Pritzker on Thursday signed a bill that passed the General Assembly earlier this year. The law issues new regulations for carbon capture and sequestration, a…
Read MoreBike MS: Gateway Getaway 2024, September 7 and 8
Each year we hold the Bike MS: Gateway Getaway in Godfrey, Illinois to raise critical funds and create awareness around our movement. This year, on Saturday and Sunday September 7 and 8, over 1,100 riders plus more than a hundred volunteers and staff will converge on Lewis and Clark Community College’s Godfrey with a goal…
Read MoreBeetles: Chart toppers of the insect world
By Andrew Holsinger Beetles are more numerous than any other insect group and are quite diverse in their functions in the ecosystem. This order of insects called Coleoptera make up about 25 percent of all known animal species worldwide. However, the most concerning beetles are those that cause damage to our trees and landscapes. There…
Read MoreIllinois Valley Senior Citizens menu – July 18, 2024
Reservations must be made by 12 p.m. prior to the day you wish to eat. If you have made reservations and cannot attend, please notify the center at 618-498-3483. Whole wheat bread served daily except when noted with (*). 2% milk served daily. The menu may be subject to change based on product availability.
Read MoreEmma McCormick and Kylie Muntz crowned as Miss Jersey County and Little Miss Jersey County
By Steven Spencer Emma McCormick and Kylie Muntz were crowned Miss Jersey County and Little Miss Jersey County on Wednesday, July 10, at the 2024 Jersey County Fair Queen Pageant. Queen Emma said it was a dream come true to be crowned as Miss Jersey County at the 2024 fair. “It’s a dream come true,”…
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