JCJ News
JERSEY: Football field at Snyders Sports Complex dedicated to Homecoming Spirits
By Steven Spencer Former Panther players gathered Friday evening at the Snyders Sports Complex to unveil the 2024 Homecoming Spirit.
Read MoreBrooks family receives recognition from City of Grafton for Music in the Park
By Steven Spencer Michael, Peg and Nickie Brooks were each presented with Certificates of Appreciation from the Grafton City Council and Grafton Chamber of Commerce at the city’s regular council meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 17. The Brooks were recognized for their dedication and hard work with the annual summer concert series, Grafton’s Music in the…
Read MoreFishing and Night Hike Owl Program this Friday at Pere Marquette State Park
By Steven Spencer The Fishing and Night Hike Owl Program at Pere Marquette State Park is returning this fall with hikes on Friday, Oct. 4, and Friday, Nov. 1. The free event will give families an opportunity to learn about fish, fishing, and the different owl species that live in Illinois from Urban Fishing Coordinator…
Read MoreSanta’s helpers start preparing for Downtown County Christmas
Livewire makes donation to Got Faith?
Tri-County Charitable Ministries prepares for Christmas project
By Steven Spencer Tri-County Charitable Ministries is preparing for the upcoming holiday season and is accepting Christmas applications from now until Tuesday, Oct. 15, as they prepare for their Christmas Wishes Program. Tri-County Charitable Ministries was started by former volunteers of Angel Ministries to help fill the void left in the community with the closure…
Read MoreHarvest progressing ahead of average pace
By RHIANNON BRANCH FarmWeek Illinois crops matured above the average pace for most of the season, so it is no surprise to see some combines rolling a bit sooner than usual. But a drawn-out planting season could delay the start of harvest until October for some farmers. USDA reported 7% of corn was harvested statewide…
Read MoreTrick or Treat – Library Hosts Annual Halloween Festival
The Jerseyville Public Library has lots of treats for community members of all ages during the month of October. The always popular LEGO Club for ages K-7th grade will take place on Saturday, October 5 at 10:00 am. The Library provides the LEGOS for participants to make the theme (Halloween) or make their own masterpieces…
Read MoreCreative Advertising Strategies Help Small Rural Businesses Thrive
By Valerie Belusko University of Illinois Extension community and economic development educator Small, rural businesses face unique challenges when it comes to advertising and reaching their target audience. Limited budgets and resources often make it difficult for these businesses to compete with larger corporations. However, with the right approach and a dash of creativity, small…
Read MoreUSDA Launches Assistance Network to Support Financially Distressed Farmers and Ranchers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is announcing the launch of the Distressed Borrowers Assistance Network, an initiative designed to provide personalized support to financially distressed farmers and ranchers across the nation. Through a series of Cooperative Agreements, this national network will connect distressed borrowers with individualized assistance to help them stabilize and regain financial…
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