Jersey County Journal
Let’s Cook! – April 24, 2025
I was at a friend’s house recently and she served a wonderfully amazing Strawberry cake. It was delicious with a scoop of ice cream, or you could serve it with a dollop of whipped cream. I would say that this is a wonderful spring dessert but really it would be good all year around. Thank you…
Read MoreBlessing Health System shines spotlight on organ and tissue donation
Interested members of the public are invited to gather with Blessing Health and Gift of Hope Organ and Tissue Donor Network staff at a flag raising to mark Donate Life Month. The flag raising takes place at the flagpole in front of Blessing Hospital at 11:30 am, Friday, April 25. In addition to witnessing the…
Read MoreIllinois Supreme Court eliminates fees in minor guardianship and small claims cases
The Illinois Supreme Court announced last week amendments to M.R. Order 29741 which will eliminate filing and appearance fees in minor guardianship cases and appearance fees in small claim cases. The amended rules are effective October 1, 2025. “The Illinois Supreme Court is always looking to remove barriers to access to justice in our state,”…
Read MoreDavidsmeyer’s school gun violence prevention bill passes House
Legislation sponsored by State Rep. C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Murrayville) to prevent school gun violence was unanimously passed by the Illinois House of Representatives last week. Davidsmeyer filed his legislation after hearing of an incident in his district where a student threatened to commit an act of gun violence against another student. The victim told the school…
Read MoreApril is Alcohol Awareness Month
Established in 1987 by the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD), Alcohol Awareness Month has become a way for the community to support those affected by or dealing with Alcoholism. Alcohol Awareness Month aims to raise awareness about the dangers of excessive alcohol consumption through activities, events, educational materials, and conversations to create…
Read MoreGood Growing: Wild ginger: A native groundcover for shady gardens
By Ken Johnson, Horticulture Educator University of Illinois Extension Canadian wild ginger (Asarum canadense) is a perennial plant with attractive foliage and has become an increasingly popular ground cover for shaded areas of landscapes. It is native to the woodlands of eastern North America, including Illinois. Wild ginger prefers shady areas with moist, well-drained soils…
Read MoreJERSEY: Jerseyville Planning and Zoning votes against rezoning on June Street
By Steven Spencer The Jerseyville Planning and Zoning Board did not approve a petition requesting to rezone the property at 320 South June Street and will send their recommendation to the Jerseyville City Council for final approval. The Planning and Zoning Board met last Thursday, April 17, to discuss the petition submitted by Adam Krueger…
Read MoreCommunity showing support for CASA
Grafton holds annual Easter Egg Hunt
The City of Grafton was able to keep the kids dry and avoid last weekend’s rain by holding their annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 12, at Red Hawk Park. The city said the event was a huge success with smiles from ear to ear as kids got a chance to meet the Easter…
Read MoreGot Faith? Weekend coming up in May
By Steven Spencer In support of Got Faith? Ministries’ efforts to feed and inspire the hungry the community is recognizing the first weekend of May as Got Faith? Weekend. In recognition of Got Faith? Weekend local businesses throughout the county will be offering specials and discounts to folks who come in wearing a Got Faith?…
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