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Jersey County Journal

Thousands 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…

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Don 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…

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Fundraiser 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.

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Jersey 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.

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Dispositions – 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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