JCJ News
Grafton Art Gallery announces new grand opening date with showcase honoring veterans
After postponing their March grand opening, the Grafton Art Gallery has set a new date for their grand opening on Saturday, May 25, at 301 East Main Street. The gallery’s grand opening showcase is titled Honor and has been curated featuring works by veterans and other local artists. “We are excited to bring a new…
Read MoreChautauqua: An American Icon
The second lecture of the 2024 Hosmer-Williams Lecture Series will be presented on Thursday, April 18 at 7 in the evening in Farley’s Music Hall, 37 Mill Street, Elsah, Illinois.
Read MorePiano recital this Friday
On Friday, April 19, at 7 p.m. in the sanctuary of the Jerseyville Methodist Church, students from the piano teaching studio of Gretchen B. Taylor will present a recital of varied piano selections, including several highlighting prolific composer Kevin Olson.
Read MoreLet’s Cook! – April 18, 2024
The best thing about spring, besides viewing the totally cool eclipse, is getting the grill out! I am looking forward to a long season of grilling, although I have to be honest. I don’t actually do any grilling, it’s always my husband that does the cooking. But he is a smart man and does not…
Read MoreAndrew Tinberg Appointed to ICBA Digital Assets Committee
The Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA) today announced that Andrew Tinberg, President & CEO of CNB Bank & Trust, N.A. was elected to serve on ICBA’s Digital Assets Committee. ICBA is the nation’s voice for community banks and is committed to its founding mission to create and promote an environment where community banks flourish.
Read MoreIllinois Valley Senior Citizens menu
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 MoreWednesday Community Meals at the First Baptist Church of Jerseyville – April 18, 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 MoreWhat’s Happening In and around Jersey County Area – April 18, 2024
■ Friday, April 19 Jersey County CEO Trade Show from 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Farm and Home Supply.
Read MoreIDPH Issues Updated Sport Fish Consumption Advisories
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has issued its updated consumption advisories for sport fish caught in Illinois waters. The advisories are based on routine testing conducted by the Illinois Fish Contaminant Monitoring Program, which was updated last fall to include testing for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), sometimes referred to as “forever chemicals.”
Read MoreVulnerable livestock continue to face black vulture attacks
By RHIANNON BRANCH FarmWeek Spring is often a time to welcome new life on a livestock operation, but black vultures are disturbing the peace by attacking newborn calves, lambs and birthing mothers.
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