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4-H Youth Explore Environmental Science Careers
Eighteen 4-H youth from Christian, Jersey, Macoupin and Montgomery Counties took part in an environmental science career exploration trip and tour with the Army Corps of Engineers and Melvin Price Locks and Dam in Alton, IL. Youth toured the facilities at Melvin Price Locks and Dam on Monday, April 1, 2024. The group was led…
Read MoreTips for Reducing Food Waste
By Lisa Peterson University of Illinois Extension: Nutrition & Wellness Spring cleaning goes beyond cleaning out your closet and should include deep cleaning the kitchen! While going through those cupboards, refrigerators, and freezers, it’s important to remember what those sell-by, use-by, and best-buy dates mean so safe food does not get unintentionally thrown away. April…
Read MoreWednesday Community Meals at the First Baptist Church of Jerseyville – April 11, 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 MoreIllinois Valley Senior Citizens menu – April 11, 2024
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 MoreScientists discover diabetes breakthrough in cow’s milk
By HANNAH SPANGLER | FarmWeek A brown bovine from southern Brazil has made history as the first transgenic cow capable of producing human insulin in her milk. The advancement, led by researchers from the University of Illinois and the Universidade de São Paulo in Brazil, could eventually eliminate drug scarcity and high costs for people…
Read MoreJERSEY | Lights out: total solar eclipse crosses through Illinois
By Steven Spencer A total solar eclipse crossed the country on Monday, April 8, as the Moon passed between the Sun and Earth to completely block the Sun. A number of states including Illinois and Missouri were able to see totality during the eclipse allowing viewers to see the Sun’s outer atmosphere. According to NASA,…
Read MoreCity of Jerseyville looks into new text alert system
By Steven Spencer The Jerseyville City Council discussed the possibility of utilizing a new text alert system during their regular meeting on Tuesday, April 2. After approval of the bills and previous meeting minutes, the council heard a presentation from representatives of the TextMyGov text alert system. The text alert system allows the residents to…
Read MoreCruising into spring
Quilt exhibits being hosted every Saturday in April
By Steven Spencer The Jersey County Historical Society, along with the Prairie Union Quilt Guild, will be hosting quilt exhibitions every Saturday in April. Each Saturday guests will get an opportunity to check out featured quilts from different local quilters. “This is a wonderful opportunity to visit a local landmark and view quilt artistry up…
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