JCJ News
Illinois 16 lane closures in Jersey County
The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced that intermittent lane closures will take place on Illinois 16 at the intersection of Otterville Road beginning, weather permitting, Monday, April 28, for the construction of a turn lane. Flaggers will maintain one lane of traffic throughout the project.
Read MoreFFA Plant Sale this Saturday
JCHS FFA Plant Sale is Saturday, May 3, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Greenhouse located between the high school and the soccer field. There will be hanging baskets, annual bedding flowers, tomatoes, peppers and more. All proceeds will benefit the JCHS FFA.
Read MoreState Treasurer Frerichs Announces New Option For Illinois Students Struggling to Obtain Traditional College Loans
Illinois students struggling to obtain traditional college loans have a new option to borrow money for in-state higher education costs thanks to a new program Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs unveiled last week.
Read MoreIllinois adopts first wheat checkoff
By HANNAH SPANGLER FarmWeek Illinois will now have a voluntary wheat checkoff program after farmers approved the program last month. The Wheat Development Act passed with nearly 75% of votes in favor. The Illinois Department of Agriculture confirmed the vote April 17, officially adopting the program proposed by the Wheat Development Checkoff Committee. The new…
Read MoreMembers of Jersey County 4-H Plant 26 Oak Trees at Wock Family Lake to Create Oak Tree Savannah
Local 4-H Club members recently gathered at Wock Family Lake to plant 26 native oak trees, launching a long-term initiative to establish a vibrant Oak Tree Savannah in the heart of the community.
Read MoreIllinois sheep numbers grow as producers build on success
By HANNAH SPANGLER FarmWeek Sheep and lamb production is climbing in Illinois, signaling positive trends for the industry.
Read MoreState reports first measles case in southern Illinois
More than 800 cases have been confirmed in 25 jurisdictions around the U.S. The Illinois Department of Public Health confirmed Wednesday afternoon the first case of measles in the state. The measles diagnosis involving an adult in far southern Illinois was confirmed through laboratory testing, according to a press release sent out by IDPH.
Read MoreMidwest Wrestling Coalition Presents “Fight for Faith” – Live at Enjoy Church May 24
The Midwest Wrestling Coalition (MWC) returns to action on Saturday, May 24, with a powerful event titled “Fight for Faith”- live from Enjoy Church in Alton. This special event blends adrenaline-pumping professional wrestling with a cause that hits close to home. 100% of ticket proceeds will be donated to Enjoy Church, a community that has…
Read MoreGood Growing: Ensuring the Survival of Newly Planted Trees: Essential Care Tips for the First Three Years
By Chris Enroth, Horticulture Educator University of Illinois Extension Lots of trees get planted in April, at least in Illinois. What follows is a ‘will they, won’t they…survive?’ In multiple instances, I’ve come across a tree that gets planted and maybe watered once to a handful of times that year. What most people don’t realize…
Read MoreLet’s Cook!
Recently I was sitting at my kitchen table trying to plan my menu for the week and make my grocery list. I guess I was in one of those blah moods as I was looking through my favorite recipes and new recipes to try. Nothing sounded good. Beef? Nah, I am trying to cut back…
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