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Tips for eating more fruits and vegetables
By Lisa Peterson, MS Extension: Nutrition & Wellness Whether visiting the local grocery store or all the pop-up farmers markets, summer is the perfect time to add more fruits and vegetables to the plate! Warmer weather means more opportunities for finding lower-cost seasonal fruits and vegetables. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend 1.5 to 2…
Read MoreRep. Davidsmeyer announces summer reading club: ‘To The Library & Beyond’
State Representative C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Murrayville) is sponsoring his summer reading club this year for kindergarten through 5th grade students in the 100th District. Beginning June 1 through July 26, Davidsmeyer challenges children to read ten or more books this summer to learn and explore the wonderful world of literature. Students who read ten books will…
Read MorePikeland, G-P, and M-C receive drones from DOT Foods
By BETH ZUMWALT Thirteen school districts across West Central Illinois have received drones, donated by DOT Foods and their employees. Pittsfield, Griggsville-Perry, and Meredosia-Chambersburg were among the school districts to receive the drones. The donation is a part of DOT’s focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM), which was formerly known as STEM,…
Read MoreJERSEY: NMMA supporters ‘Storm the Beach’ at Raging Rivers
By Steven Spencer Community support is continuing to grow for the National Memorial of Military Ascent (NMMA) as the memorial commission continues to raise funds for the veterans memorial that will soon be welcoming visitors in Grafton. Supporters gathered at Raging Rivers for the “Storm the Beach” event on Friday, June 7. The evening gave…
Read MoreAnglers cast their lines at Two Rivers Family Fishing Fair
By Steven Spencer Anglers of all ages gathered at Pere Marquette State Park on Saturday for the 35th Annual Two Rivers Family Fishing Fair. This year’s event featured more than 30 different stations for families to stop at and learn about a number of different outdoor activities, outdoor safety and the environment. Young anglers were…
Read MoreIVEDC’s Community Day Service Program thanks community for support
By Steven Spencer After a temporary closure of cardboard processing mills slowed things down at the Illinois Valley Economic Development Corporation last year, their cardboard recycling program is now back in full swing. The IVEDC’s Community Day Service Program collects cardboard throughout the community and then prepares and bales it to be sent to the…
Read MoreBoard of Education to hold public hearing
By Steven Spencer The Jersey Community School District 100 Board of Education has scheduled a public hearing for Thursday, June 20, at 6:15 p.m. The public hearing will be held to discuss the option to utilize e-learning days rather than emergency days during the school year. “According to Section 10-26.56 of the School Code, school…
Read MorePerformers paying it forward
Insect researchers are also seeking help from ‘civilian scientists’ to document cicadas statewide
By DILPREET RAJU | Capitol News Illinois While Illinois’ dual emergence of periodical cicada broods is harmless to people and animals, young trees may sustain serious damage if not protected by mid-June, experts at The Morton Arboretum said. This is the first co-emergence of these two broods since 1803, researcher Katie Dana from the Illinois…
Read MoreVolunteers need during F1 Powerboat Race Weekend
Be part of the action when the F1 Powerboat Alton Midwest Nationals return to the Mississippi River in Alton. Volunteers are needed to help with this event and the Mississippi River Festival on Saturday, June 22 and Sunday, June 23. Five-hour volunteer shifts are available on Saturday and four-hour shifts are open on Sunday. Volunteers…
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