Jersey County Journal
Fieldon Gears Up for a Festive and Family-Friendly 4th of July Celebration
The small town of Fieldon is preparing to come alive with red, white, and blue spirit as it continues a cherished tradition: the annual Fieldon 4th of July Celebration. This year’s event, set for Friday, July 4, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., promises a day packed with fun, food, and festivities for the whole…
Read MoreJuly “Come to the Table” Community Dinner Menu – June 26, 2025
Doors Open 5 p.m. – Meal Served 6 p.m. July 2 Speaker: Pastor James Beck Brats and/or “All Beef” Hot Dogs on Bun, Macaroni & Cheese, Green Beans, Cook’s Choice Dessert
Read MoreAce Sign Co. Family Named 2025 Abraham Lincoln Council Trailblazer
The Abraham Lincoln Council, Scouting America is proud to announce that the Ace Sign Co. Family has been selected as the 2025 Trailblazer award recipient.
Read MoreTown Hall with Congresswoman Budzinski this Saturday, June 28
By Steven Spencer Area Democratic party organizations are sponsoring a Town Hall meeting from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. this Saturday, June 28, at the Jersey County Governmental Building located at 200 North Lafayette Street in Jerseyville.
Read MoreThousands of barges face retirement cliff
By TAMMIE SLOUP FarmWeek The U.S. barge market is facing a retirement cliff, which could impact ag transportation logistics, one analyst warned. Ken Eriksen, managing member and strategic adviser at Polaris Analytics & Consulting, provided an overview of the evolving landscape of agriculture and barge transport during a recent FreightWeekSTL panel session hosted by the…
Read MoreDon Mathenia announces release of new book
Don Mathenia, an artist whose life has been defined by the pursuit of beauty, meaning, and honest expression, announces the release of his debut book, Love and Blood in the Heartland: A Life in Words, Lyrics and Design – The Work of Don Mathenia. This moving collection offers readers a rare glimpse into the soul…
Read MoreIllinois teen’s legacy remembered with FFA donation
By HANNAH SPANGLER FarmWeek Nearly 50 years after playing tuba in the Illinois FFA State Band, state Rep. Charlie Meier returned to Illinois FFA State Convention for the next generation of agriculturalists.
Read MoreFundraiser for Women and Education
The P.E.O. Sisterhood chapter GB invites you to visit their 2nd Annual Barn Sale at Homeridge Estates on Friday, June 27, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, June 28. 8 a.m. until noon.
Read MoreJersey County police and traffic – June 26, 2025
The following police reports were filed between June 13 and June 19, 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 MoreDispositions – June 26, 2025
Felonies Keagen T. Murdoch, dob 1-05-1999, a withheld judgment/646/70 disposition was entered on a charge of possession of meth between 5-15, 24 months probation/special conditions, $300 fine.
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