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Pritzker touts Illinois’ economic development at data center groundbreaking
By Andrew Adams Capital News A Texas-based company broke ground on a new data center in Aurora last Wednesday, the latest in a boom of data storage facility developments in northern Illinois. Gov. JB Pritzker at the groundbreaking hailed the project as another victory for his administration’s economic development strategy and noted the project will…
Read MoreJury selection begins next week in corruption trial of former Speaker Madigan
By Hannah Meisel Capital News Jury selection will begin this week in the corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, whose half-century career and status as Illinois’ most powerful politician ended nearly four years ago as the feds circled ever-closer to his inner circle. The 82-year-old ex-speaker faces 24 counts of bribery and…
Read MoreGood Growing: Is it a trick or a treat? Lilacs in the fall
By Emily Swihart Horticulture Educator, University of Illinois Extension During this first week of October, many of the plants blooming in our landscape are mums, asters, goldenrods, sedums, and ornamental grasses. But what if your lilac is blooming? A lilac blooming in autumn is unusual unless you have planted one of the new varieties bred…
Read MoreSIU Carbondale and JWCC ink “Step Ahead” agreement to Improve Access for Students
Southern Illinois University Carbondale strengthened its commitment to students in western Illinois with an agreement to bring the expertise of a doctoral research university to qualified John Wood Community College students by providing the option to earn their bachelor’s degrees remotely and at a lower cost in 12 academic programs.
Read MoreIllinois EPA Announces Expanded Eligibility for Energy Efficiency Grants
Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Acting Director James Jennings announced today the expansion of two energy efficiency grant opportunities. The Energy Efficiency Assessment Program and the Energy Efficiency Trust Fund Program provide funding for energy efficiency assessments and upgrade projects at eligible properties serving residents receiving housing assistance. These grant programs will now accept applications…
Read MoreThe Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs Announces Fourth Quarter, Fiscal Year 2024, Illinois Lottery Veterans’ Cash Grants
The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs (IDVA) announces over $860,000 Veterans’ Cash Grant Program awards to ten Illinois organizations that provide vital services to veterans and their families across Illinois. Awardees will receive funding to address critical issues facing veterans including homelessness, post-traumatic stress treatment, behavioral health treatment, and workforce development.
Read MoreWednesday Community Meals at the First Baptist Church of Jerseyville – October 3, 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.
Read MoreIllinois Valley Senior Citizens menu – October 3, 2024
Reservations must be made by 12 p.m. prior to the day you wish to eat.
Read MoreWhat’s Happening In and around Jersey County Area – October 3, 2024
■ Thursday, Oct. 3 Take off Pounds Sensibly weekly meeting at Got Faith? From 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. 502 W. Pine. Enter yellow door. Call Carol for more info at 618-535-7981.
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