JCJ News
Jerseyville Public Library to break ground for expansion project this Friday
By Steven Spencer The Jerseyville Public Library is ready to break ground for upcoming construction and is inviting the public to attend their long-awaited Expansion Project Groundbreaking Ceremony this Friday, June 28, at 10 a.m. at the library located at 105 N. Liberty Street. “The Library is hoping for a large crowd to celebrate the…
Read MoreCounty residents can pay their tax bill online
By Steven Spencer Jersey County residents will have a new way to pay property tax online with a new website from the treasurer’s office. At the June 11 Jersey County Board meeting, the County Treasurer told the board that property tax bills have gone out and the office will have a new website. Property owners…
Read MoreJersey School Board announces resignation and discusses free meal program
By Steven Spencer The Jersey Community Unit School District 100 Board of Education announced the resignation of Board President Greg Brown at their meeting on Thursday, June 20. “I want to announce that we had a resignation from the board and our acting Vice President will turn into our President, Peggy Perdun,” Superintendent Brad Tuttle…
Read MoreFire Prevention Week 2024 theme announced ‘Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!’
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has announced this year’s theme for Fire Prevention Week October 6-12: “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!™” The goal of this year’s campaign strives to educate everyone about the importance of having working smoke alarms in the home. “It’s simple, working smoke alarms save lives! Due to synthetic…
Read MoreThe Three Rivers Project of Sierra Club Illinois’ Urban Farm Tour is June 30
The Three Rivers Project of Sierra Club Illinois is proud to announce the 9th Annual Urban Farm Tour on Sunday, June 30. Community members are invited to participate in the self-guided tour between 10:00am and 3:00pm at sustainable and edible yards, gardens, and farms across the Riverbend region. To learn more and RSVP, visit https://sc.org/uft2024.…
Read MoreCity of Grafton presents Certificates of Appreciation
By Steven Spencer The City of Grafton took the time to recognize a handful of individuals for their work in the community at the City Council meeting on Tuesday, June 18. Cody Alger, with the IDNR, was presented with a Certificate of Appreciation for his work with the tri-annual Duck Blind Draw. Alderman Jim Spencer…
Read MoreParks a-buzz for Pollinator Week
Wednesday Community Meals at the First Baptist Church of Jerseyville – June 27, 2024
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 MoreJersey Community Hospital moves to an updated electronic medical record
Jersey Community Hospital (JCH), has teamed up with Oracle Health Cerner, a global leader in health care technology, to transform its Electronic Medical Record (EMR). The hospital recently invested in the Oracle Health Cerner CommunityWorks platform. JCH will move to an updated, electronic system that supports physicians, nurses and clinicians to share data across the…
Read MoreIDNR and Department of Ag to offer free camping at select state parks during 2024 Illinois State Fair
The Stay and Play promotion will be available June 26 through July 3 The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and the Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) are teaming up to offer two nights of free camping at select state parks for anyone who purchases a 2024 Illinois State Fair admission book online between June…
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