JCJ News
Great Rivers and Routes Tourism Bureau named Title Sponsor for Alton Illinois Junior Championship
The American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) is proud to announce a new sponsorship with the Great Rivers & Routes Tourism Bureau, which will serve as the Title Sponsor of the Alton Illinois Junior Championship through 2027.
Read MoreJERSEY: City of Jerseyville approves rezoning for IVEDC Community Day Service Program building
By Steven Spencer Jerseyville City Council approved a motion to rezone 313 South June Street from R-2 to B-3 at their regular meeting on Tuesday, Mar. 18 . The change in zoning was requested by the Illinois Valley Economic Development Corporation (IVEDC), as they intend to develop a new site for their Community Day Services…
Read MoreHistorical Society announces Cheney Mansion Scholarship winner
U of I Extension teams with JCHS for “My Hometown is Cool” project
By Steven Spencer Vocational Education and College and Career Readiness students at Jersey Community High School presented their work last week after collaborating with the U of I Extension for the “My Hometown is Cool” project. Multiple lessons on the project led to the students producing videos with their ideas of ways the Jersey community…
Read MoreSheriff’s Office reminds motors to slow down following stops in Grafton
By Steven Spencer The Jersey County Sheriff’s reminded motorists to slow down on social media after three speeding citations were issued last week for drivers reaching speeds over 100 miles per hour. “On the afternoon of Tuesday, March 18, 2025, Jersey County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) Sergeant Kevin Ayers wrote three separate citations for speeding along…
Read MoreUniversity of Illinois Extension and 4-H Programs Host Successful Livestock Skillathon
On Saturday, Mar. 8, the University of Illinois Extension and 4-H Programs in Christian, Jersey, Macoupin, and Montgomery counties proudly hosted a comprehensive livestock knowledge event at the Susnig Center and Fritz Meat and Processing in Jerseyville. The program brought together youth participants to test their expertise across various livestock-related topics through five interactive stations…
Read MoreLet’s Cook! – March 27, 2025
This week I have a couple recipes that come from “95 years young” Barb Kahl of Greensfield, Illinois. The first recipe is one I look forward to trying as soon as the spring rhubarb comes in. I love rhubarb and am always looking for different ways to try it.
Read MoreRep. Davidsmeyer Focused on Stopping Illegal Immigration
At a Capitol news conference Tuesday, Assistant Republican Leader C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Murrayville) joined his House Republican colleagues to highlight a legislative package focused on stopping illegal immigration in Illinois. Under the Biden Administration’s Open Border policy, the United States and the State of Illinois were unable to keep up with the flood of migrants coming…
Read MoreRaging Rivers Waterpark announces spring sale for 2025 season tickets
Raging Rivers WaterPark is thrilled to kick off its 36th season with an exciting Spring Sale on admission tickets! From March 21 to March 28, you can purchase Any Day Admission tickets for just $24.99 online at bit.ly/RiversSpecialEvents. This special offer provides up to $15 off gate admission prices for ages 3 years old and…
Read MoreSpring Tees Off with Mississippi Masters Golf Tourney
Get ready to tee it up at the annual Grafton Chamber of Commerce Mississippi Masters Golf Tournament scheduled for Friday, May 2 at Lockhaven Golf Club.
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