JCJ News
Another great year to be at the fair
By Steven Spencer Despite some weather challenges, it was busy last week at the fairgrounds for the 2024 Jersey County Fair. Although the heavy rainfall on Tuesday required the cancellation of the parade and the talent show, the fairgrounds were packed throughout the rest of the week with spectators filling up the grandstand, enjoying carnival…
Read MoreWhat’s Happening In and around Jersey County Area – July 18, 2024
■ Friday, July 26 Dinner with Elvis at Pere Marquette Lodge from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Read MoreAppropriations ordinance hearing next Tuesday
By Steven Spencer Jerseyville City Council members held a brief meeting Tuesday, July 9, with only one item of new business on the agenda. Council approved their previous meeting’s minutes and approved bills presented at $660,035.06 before moving into new business. During new business, council approved a memorandum of understanding between the city and AFSCME…
Read MoreWednesday Community Meals at the First Baptist Church of Jerseyville
Come to the Table is a free community meal sponsored by First Baptist Church Jerseyville. The meal will be served every Wednesday evening at the First Baptist Church of Jerseyville, 200 West Pearl Street.
Read MoreRiver expected to fall by Sunday
By Steven Spencer The National Weather Service has extended the flood warnings along the Mississippi and Illinois Rivers and said the rivers are expected to fall on Sunday, July 21. As of 9:30 p.m. Sunday, July 14, the National Weather Service said the stage was at 22.2 feet and is expected to fall to 21.1…
Read MoreJest Laugh Scholarship accepting applications
Locally owned, Jest Murder Mystery Company announces Jest Laugh Scholarship to support future comedy stars Jest Murder Mystery Co., owned by Jerseyville native Leslie Franklin, is thrilled to announce the launch of the Jest Laugh Scholarship, a brand-new opportunity for the comedic stars of tomorrow. This scholarship is designed to assist students who dream of…
Read MoreState of Illinois celebrates $1 billion in cannabis retail sales
Governor JB Pritzker announced last week that Illinois reached $1 billion in cannabis retail sales on July 1, 2024.
Read MoreIllinois Housing Development Authority Biennial Report highlights years of transformation
Today, the Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) released its 2022 and 2023 Biennial Report highlighting billions in investments made in Illinois communities over the past two years. IHDA worked tirelessly to meet the ever-evolving housing needs of low- and moderate-income individuals, families, seniors, and entire communities across the state to ensure affordable housing opportunities were…
Read MoreNew law bans practices aimed at lowering insurance payouts
By PETER HANCOCK Capitol News Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signed legislation Wednesday that puts new controls on the state’s health insurance industry, including bans on certain practices companies have used to reduce costs by controlling the amount of health care services a patient receives.
Read MoreLet’s Cook! – July 18, 2024
Today I have a recipe that my sister-in-law from Virginia shared with me. She says this recipe for Healthy Strawberry Oatmeal Bars is “very good”, and that you can substitute any berries, peaches or cherries for the strawberries, but to be sure to dice the fruit into small pieces.
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