JCJ News
Federal judge declines to stay assault weapons ban ahead of Jan. 1 registration deadline
By BETH HUNDSDORFER | Capitol News Illinois A southern Illinois federal judge officially declined to issue an injunction to delay the Jan. 1 registration requirement under the state’s assault weapons ban. U.S. District Judge Stephen McGlynn issued the 34-page order on Friday. Gun rights advocates requested an emergency injunction to halt the registration of guns…
Read MoreJERSEY: School board approves residency policy for employees out of district
By Steven Spencer The Jersey Community School Board approved a policy update at their meeting on Thursday, Dec. 21, that will allow full-time employees who do not live in the district to enroll their children as students in District 100 without paying a tuition fee. Before the board voted to approve the policy Superintendent Brad…
Read MoreArts Council puts on ‘A Gingerbread Christmas’
Seed to Sewn joining Grafton in making National Memorial of Military Ascent a reality
By Steven Spencer Seed to Sewn owners Joellen Sudmeier and Chris Grigsby introduced themselves as the official supplier of merchandise for the National Memorial of Military Ascent at the Grafton City Council meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 19. Seed to Sewn has already donated over $1,000 to the memorial, and now a portion of sales from…
Read MoreA crocheted Christmas
Dummy makes donation for annual food drive
JCH November Star Award
New Year, New Library! Check out the fun family events in January
Not only is everyone celebrating a new year, but the Jerseyville Public Library (JPL) is excited about the start of a much-anticipated expansion set to begin later this year. Be sure to watch for groundbreaking news and information on how you can help by being a part of this exciting new venture. Get ready to…
Read MorePublic health officials urge caution around respiratory illnesses
The Illinois Department of Public Health is advising Illinoisans to take precautions to avoid spreading respiratory illnesses as cases around the state and country are on the rise. IDPH issued a health alert last week to hospitals, long-term care facilities and local health departments advising the use of masks and using screening techniques to reduce…
Read MoreIllinois Farm Bureau Members Adopt New Policy, Celebrate Year’s Successes During Annual Meeting
Illinois Farm Bureau’s traditional grassroots process was on full display during the organization’s 2023 annual meeting as 329 voting delegates considered a variety of policy resolutions, including topics such as energy, utilities and pipelines and farmland ownership. Members gathered at the Palmer House in Chicago Dec. 2-4 to conduct annual business, introduce new policy and…
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