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Jersey County Board Vice Chairman Mark Wagner provides statement regarding creation of National Park
By Steven Spencer Jersey County Board Vice Chairman Mark Wagner shared portions of a prepared statement Tuesday, Oct. 8, as the board approved a Resolution of Opposition to the creation of a National Park. Wagner’s full statement reads: “I am opposed to the Alton Works proposal. Although the Alton Riverfront looks promising, the National Park…
Read MoreLet’s Cook! – October 17, 2024
This week I have for you a recipe for Stuffed Mushrooms that comes from Sara Drost. She says this recipe “is my husband’s aunt’s recipe. He is from the East Coast and his aunt recently passed away. These stuffed mushrooms were his favorite thing to eat at Thanksgiving dinner growing up.” Sara got the recipe from…
Read MoreWednesday Community Meals at the First Baptist Church of Jerseyville – October 17, 2024
Come to the Table is a free community meal sponsored by First Baptist Church Jerseyville. The meal will be served every Wednesday evening at the First Baptist Church of Jerseyville, 200 West Pearl Street. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the meal will be served at 5:30 p.m. There will be faith stories and songs…
Read MoreIllinois Valley Senior Citizens menu – October 17, 2024
Reservations must be made by 12 p.m. prior to the day you wish to eat. If you have made reservations and cannot attend, please notify the center at 618-498-3483. Whole wheat bread served daily except when noted with (*). 2% milk served daily. The menu may be subject to change based on product availability. Friday,…
Read MoreWhat’s Happening In and around Jersey County Area – October 17, 2024
■ Friday, Oct. 18 Jersey County Democrats Fish Fry Fundraiser from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Tri-County Bowl. ■ Saturday, Oct. 19 Grafton Witches on the Water at Grove Memorial Park at 11 a.m. ■ Sunday, Oct. 27 History Happy Hour, presenting of Ghosts of Gettysburg, tales of the paranormal from America’s famous battlefield…
Read MoreCongresswoman Mary Miller agrees with constituents as Jersey and Calhoun pass resolution of opposition to AltonWorks’ idea for a National Park
By Steven Spencer As concerns and conversations continue throughout the community regarding the AltonWorks idea to designate land in the area under the National Park Services, Congresswoman Mary Miller has issued a statement on the park. Following Calhoun County’s and Jersey County’s Resolution of Opposition to the National Park, Congresswoman Miller said she agrees…
Read MoreJersey County Board approves Resolution of Opposition to AltonWorks’ National Park idea
By Steven Spencer The Jersey County Board voted to approve a Resolution of Opposition to the AltonWorks vision to convert 135,000 acres along the local riverfront into a National Park. The board voted unanimously to pass the resolution on Tuesday, Oct. 8, citing a number of issues including a lack of public informational meetings…
Read MoreIllinois Valley Senior Citizens menu – October 10, 2024
Reservations must be made by 12 p.m. prior to the day you wish to eat. If you have made reservations and cannot attend, please notify the center at 618-498-3483. Whole wheat bread served daily except when noted with (*). 2% milk served daily. The menu may be subject to change based on product availability. Friday,…
Read MoreWhat’s Happening In and around Jersey County Area – October 10, 2024
■ Saturday, Oct. 19 Grafton Witches on the Water at Grove Memorial Park at 11 a.m. ■ Sunday, Oct. 27 History Happy Hour, presenting of Ghosts of Gettysburg, tales of the paranormal from America’s famous battlefield at the Hopewell Winery in Summer Hill, IL. This is free to the public and food and beverages are…
Read MoreWednesday Community Meals at the First Baptist Church of Jerseyville – October 10, 2024
Come to the Table is a free community meal sponsored by First Baptist Church Jerseyville. The meal will be served every Wednesday evening at the First Baptist Church of Jerseyville, 200 West Pearl Street.
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