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IASB member boards vote at annual delegate assembly
The Illinois Association of School Boards held its annual Delegate Assembly on November 23, 2024, in conjunction with the Joint Annual Conference in Chicago. Member boards of education voted on resolutions submitted by the membership. Adopted resolutions establish the advocacy priorities and legislative direction of the Association. 429 delegates were present to vote.
Read MoreTake a Journey Through Christmas Wonderland in Alton
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Alton’s Rock Spring Park as the annual Christmas Wonderland light display prepares to open for the season on Friday, Nov. 29. Christmas Wonderland will be open nightly Nov. 29 through Dec. 27. The park is located at 2100 College Ave, in Alton. Hours are Monday through…
Read MoreFrom farm toys to the fields, Roegge takes the reins
By TAMMIE SLOUP FarmWeek Nine-year-old Charlie Roegge captured the attention of YouTube viewers during COVID with his daily farming updates. “He’d set up like a hay operation with his toy tractors, and he’d go through and talk about all of the steps involved in hay production or harvesting. And it started garnering some attention,” said…
Read MoreGood Growing: Creating a Thanksgiving herb garden: How to grow herbs for your holiday meals
By Ken Johnson University of Illinois Extension Horticulture Educator As Thanksgiving approaches, many of us start planning our holiday meals. While turkey, cranberries, and pumpkins may get most of the attention, herbs also play an important role in our Thanksgiving meals. Herbs like sage, thyme, rosemary, parsley, and chives provide flavor and a pleasing aroma…
Read MoreJERSEY: Grafton announces change in Police Department as Chief Eric Spanton retires
By Steven Spencer Grafton City Council accepted and announced the retirement of Police Chief Eric Spanton at the regular City Council meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 19. Chief Spanton has served the City of Grafton since 2017 after 28 years with the Illinois State Police and will work with Sergeant Dave Womack as he takes over…
Read MoreGrafton approves resolution of opposition to National Park and approves tax levy
By Steven Spencer The Grafton City Council approved a resolution of opposition to a National Park at their regular meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 19. Discussions of the AltonWorks idea to create a National Park in the area were first brought to the council during the September Grafton City Council meeting. At that time Mayor Mike…
Read MoreJersey District 100 approves tax levy
By Steven Spencer The Jersey School District 100 Board of Education approved their tax levy Thursday, Nov. 21, following a public hearing the same night. Dr. Jason Brunaugh, Assistant Superintendent, presented information during the public hearing explaining the EAV and some misconceptions about the school district’s tax levy. The school district’s tax rate is determined…
Read MoreJersey County Board approves road and bridge projects
By Steven Spencer The Jersey County Board approved a handful of road and bridge projects during their regular meeting held on Tuesday, Nov. 12. Prior to approving the projects, the board approved the previous month’s meeting minutes, approved the bills in the amount of $274,026.54, approved a resolution appointing Chief Deputy Treasurer Rebecca Strang as…
Read MoreMayor Mike Morrow files for re-election
By Steven Spencer Grafton Mayor Mike Morrow has filed his petition seeking re-election for a second as mayor in the April 2025 consolidated election. Mayor Morrow said he is grateful for the support he’s seen from the residents of Grafton and is looking forward to serving a second term. “I am grateful for all of…
Read MoreJersey County Sheriff partners with Jersey County Against Drugs and Jersey 100 to hold first Summer Academy
This summer, the Jersey County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) partnered with some amazing public servants from Jersey Community Unit School District 100 (JCUSD 100) and the Jersey County Against Drugs (JCAD) Coalition to hold a first Summer Academy for some special youth in the community. The cadre of young men and women selected for the Summer…
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