JCJ News
Members Exhibit Success at 4-H Shows
Jersey County 4-H members exhibited over 390 projects at the summer 4-H shows July 3-7 at the Jersey County Fairgrounds. Members finished preparations for the 4-H shows by pledging their hands to larger service at fair clean-up on July 3 at the fairgrounds. Youth assisted in preparing livestock stalls, cleaning in the exhibit hall and…
Read MoreIllinois Unemployment Falls as Payroll Jobs Set Another Record High
The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today nonfarm payrolls totals reached a record high in June, increasing over-the-month up +9,400 to 6,175,200. June’s record payroll job total surpassed the previous high set in March, marking another milestone in Illinois’ record-setting year for total payroll employment. The May monthly change in payrolls was revised…
Read MoreApproved megabill provides tax certainty for farmers
By TAMMIE SLOUP FarmWeek The recently signed federal budget reconciliation bill includes key safety net and tax provisions that help farmers, but the legislation doesn’t replace a comprehensive five-year farm bill. President Donald Trump signed the nearly 900-page bill into law on July 4. Hundreds of provisions are included in the legislation, including updates to…
Read MorePritzker seeks more regulatory authority over homeowners insurance business
By Peter Hancock Capitol News Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is asking state lawmakers for more authority to regulate the homeowners insurance market in Illinois. His comments came after the Bloomington-based State Farm Fire and Casualty Company notified the Illinois Department of Insurance that it was raising premiums for residential property casualty insurance in Illinois by…
Read MoreVarble Orthodontics awards Educational Scholarship
Illinois bet on solar to meet its climate goals. Trump has the industry in his crosshairs.
Advocates push state to expand renewables incentives By ANDREW ADAMS Capitol News Illinois aadams@capitol newsillinois.com Congress’ latest budget package slashed federal tax incentives for solar developments. Industry insiders said the latest federal policies create “a lot of uncertainty.”
Read MoreApproved megabill provides tax certainty for farmers
By TAMMIE SLOUP FarmWeek The recently signed federal budget reconciliation bill includes key safety net and tax provisions that help farmers, but the legislation doesn’t replace a comprehensive five-year farm bill.
Read MoreLet’s Cook! – July 17, 2025
Recently I tried a new recipe “Alfredo Shrimp Scampi Dump Dinner”, and I was blown away by how easy it was to make and just how good it was! I’m talking about “I’ll make this for company” good!
Read MorePlan for a healthy lawn
By Andrew Holsinger The summer can bring out the best of the lawn as far as enjoyment goes. Building a better lawn during the heat of summer is a tough task. While grasses may seem like they thrive in the summer season, so do the weeds if they haven’t been inspected for earlier in the…
Read MoreIllinois Climbs to #13 in CNBC’s Top States for Business, Marking Historic High
CNBC today released its 2025 Top States for Business rankings, with Illinois earning the 13th best state for business—its highest position ever and a significant rise from 30th place in 2019. The climb highlights Gov. Pritzker’s leadership to grow the Illinois economy and make it the best state to do business, get an education, and…
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