JCJ News
Federal judge strikes down Illinois assault weapons ban, setting up likely appeal
By Peter Hancock A federal judge in East St. Louis on Friday struck down Illinois’ assault weapons ban on the grounds that it violates the Second and 14th amendments to the U.S. Constitution and issued an order barring the state from enforcing it. That order, however, was stayed for 30 days, giving the state time…
Read MoreJersey County Extension Welcomes New 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator
Illinois Extension and 4-H recently welcomed Beth Steckel to its statewide network of youth development program coordinators who provide evidence-based, hands-on learning programs to youth to help them explore opportunities and acquire life skills. Beth will serve as the Jersey County 4-H youth development program coordinator. “We are excited to welcome Beth to her new…
Read MoreBreastfeeding Support Close to Home
The Jersey County Health Department is excited to announce the receipt of a grant from the Illinois Public Health Institute: Improving Continuity of Care and Support for Breastfeeding throughout Illinois. In collaboration with JCH Medical Group and the Calhoun and Greene County Health Departments, we have established the Tri-County Breastfeeding Coalition to help support breastfeeding…
Read MoreFFA advances to state competition
The Jersey Community High School student members of the FFA Ag Sales team advanced from their local competition to compete on October 29th in the District Agriculture Sales Career Development Event hosted by Brandt in Springfield. After much study, practice, and hands-on experience they took third place and will be advancing to the state competition. …
Read MoreFederal judge strikes down Illinois assault weapons ban, setting up likely appeal
By Peter Hancock A federal judge in East St. Louis on Friday struck down Illinois’ assault weapons ban on the grounds that it violates the Second and 14th amendments to the U.S. Constitution and issued an order barring the state from enforcing it. That order, however, was stayed for 30 days, giving the state time…
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.
Read MoreIllinois medical debt relief program erases $72M of debt thus far
By Ben Szalinski Capital News Illinois A state pilot program designed to erase medical debt for 300,000 Illinois residents has already helped thousands eliminate $72 million of debt, the governor’s office announced Thursday.
Read MoreBacterial wetwood: symptoms, causes, and management tips
By Emily Swihart, University of Illinois Extension, Horticulture Educator As the autumn leaves fall from our trees, the trunk and branching structure become more prominent and visible. This transformation can add new dimensions and interest to a landscape, but it can also draw our attention to tree health challenges we might have overlooked in other…
Read MoreIDPH Marks U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) will observe U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week November 18-24, 2024. The annual event is intended to increase public knowledge about the importance of careful use of antibiotics in order to prevent antimicrobial resistance, where bacteria and other germs develop an immunity to the drugs that were designed to fight…
Read MoreWhat’s Happening In and around Jersey County Area – November 21, 2024
■ Saturday, Nov. 23 Wade Family Farm’s Christmas Open House. Shop local vendors, visit the farm, pre-cut trees available. Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 24, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 16260 Otterville Road in Grafton.
Read More