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Let’s Cook! – December 5, 2024

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I like to get a headstart on baking my Christmas cookies, and put them in the freezer until needed. Last week in the grocery store I saw something new to me, Ghirardelli Peppermint Bark Mix-ins. The bag has chocolate chips, white chips and peppermint bark pieces, all ready to go into your cookie dough! The…

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Community Organizing in Climate Change and Environmental Justice

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Mr. Darnell Tingle, Executive Director of United Congregations of Metro East (UCME) will speak about the role of community organizing in Climate Change and Environmental Justice. He has an undergraduate degree in Ethics, History and Policy and M.A. in Public Policy from Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA. Mr. Tingle has organized, directed and consulted for…

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Invasive aquatic plant hydrilla found in DuPage County

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Hydrilla, a highly invasive aquatic plant, has been discovered in DuPage County, marking the first known occurrence in that county and only the second known report in Illinois. Hydrilla is considered one of the world’s worst aquatic weeds. It can grow up to an inch per day and form dense mats of vegetation with negative…

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City of Jerseyville approves property exchange with Illinois American Water

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By Steven Spencer The City of Jerseyville approved an agreement for the exchange of property between the city and Illinois American Water during the City Council meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 26. The exchange was discussed during a public hearing held Tuesday evening prior to the council’s approval. City Attorney William Strang said the agreement includes…

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Christmas comes to Jersey County

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By Steven Spencer Thanksgiving ended and Christmas came quickly to Jersey County for the Downtown Country Christmas in Jerseyville last Saturday. Old Man Winter seemed to have joined Santa Claus this year and brought plenty of cold and snow with the holiday cheer. Although the weather caused some slight adjustments, the parade and bounce house…

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Come Home to Elsah for the Holidays

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Take a step back in time this holiday season while strolling the historic streets of Elsah, IL, often called the town that time forgot, during Elsah’s annual Home for the Holidays House Tour from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, December 7. Many historic buildings will be open for the event, including private homes, the…

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Good Growing: Post-Thanksgiving Adventures: Hiking and Honeysuckle Removal

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By Chris Enroth University of Illinois Extension, Horticulture Educator Thanksgiving is an American tradition. We get together with family or friends to celebrate a successful harvest and recognize what we are grateful for. Thanksgiving has been a part of American culture since the beginning. While Thanksgiving Day is a tradition, millions of Americans will spend an…

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