Jersey County Journal
Forest Advocates Applaud Durbin Proposal to Protect Key Areas of Illinois’ Shawnee National Forest
Illinois conservation organizations are applauding new legislation introduced Wednesday by U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) to provide increased protection to three of the largest uninterrupted areas of southern Illinois’ Shawnee National Forest. The proposal would establish the Camp Burke Branch, Camp Hutchins and Ripple Hollow Special Management Areas, protecting them from any commercial extraction activity…
Read MoreIllinois Soybean Association Elects New Board Leadership
The Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) elected new leadership during its annual public meeting on July 22 in Champaign, Ill. At the meeting, Bryan Severs was elected Chairman of ISA, replacing outgoing Chairman, Ron Kindred. Severs is a third-generation farmer in Vermillion County, where his family raises corn, soybeans and cattle. He has served as ISA’s…
Read MoreTwelve Promoted Through Helmkamp Construction’s New Field Leadership Structure
Helmkamp Construction Company is proud to announce a strategic enhancement to its operational leadership structure as General Superintendent Brandon Howard unveils a new superintendent framework designed to foster professional growth and success among field management. This updated structure reflects Helmkamp’s continued commitment to investing in its people and building clear pathways for career advancement. The…
Read MoreLet’s Cook! – August 7, 2025
A few years ago, I printed an easy to make lemonade recipe, and I’d like to share it again. This recipe came from Linda Nollau, who inherited the recipe from Esther Nollau who cooked for many years at a restaurant.
Read MoreRoodhouse considers bringing back Haunted Hayride
By Carmen Ensinger At a recent Roodhouse City Council meeting, the council discussed bringing back the Haunted Hayride at the Roodhouse Rez.
Read MoreMarriages – August 7, 2025
July 1 through July 31, 2025 Madalyn Kay Bugger and Richard Cole Edward Branham, both of Jerseyville, IL.
Read MoreDivorces – August 7, 2025
July 1 through July 31, 2025 Virginia Goff vs. Daniel Goff, 7/24/2025.
Read MoreDispositions – August 7, 2025
Felonies Matthew G. Dubois, dob 5-27-1999, will not prosecute on a charge of criminal damage to property between $500-$10K.
Read MoreJersey County police and traffic – August 7, 2025
The following police reports were filed between July 25 and July 31, 2025. These reports are public information and are obtained from the Jersey County Circuit Clerk’s office. All individuals have been arrested and charged, or cited in the case of traffic violations. All are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Read MoreDavidsmeyer stands up for Second Amendment rights, denounces Pritzker’s failures on public safety
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed another unconstitutional gun restriction into law this week. On Monday, Gov. Pritzker signed the so-called “Safe Gun Storage Act” into law. Senate Bill 8 imposes new mandates requiring gun owners to store firearms in locked containers when in the presence of minors, prohibited persons, or “at-risk” individuals. The bill is…
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