Jersey County Journal
Woman arrested on meth trafficking charges following traffic stop
On the evening of Monday, Mar. 17, Jersey County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) Deputies Jamison Metcalfe, Caleb Gibson, and Jesse Faul conducted a detail which led to a traffic stop of Dawn M. Wells (age 45) on West Carpenter Street near Casey’s in Jerseyville. During the course of the stop, Deputies observed drug paraphernalia in the…
Read MoreHeneghan and Associates, P.C. Announces Promotion of Lindsey Bowlin
Heneghan and Associates, P.C., civil engineers and land surveyors, announces the promotion of Lindsey Bowlin, PE to President of the firm. Heneghan and Associates hired Lindsey as a Project Engineer in 2017. She has spent the past eight years moving from design engineering to project management to being appointed as Vice President in 2023 overseeing…
Read MoreFarmers, Consumers and the Environment Win as Illinois Increases Biodiesel Blend Rate
A bipartisan bill passed in 2022 to promote the use of higher biodiesel blends is making a significant impact once again in 2025. Effective today, April 1, biodiesel blend requirements will increase from B14 to B17, marking another step toward advancing cleaner fuel options.
Read MoreLewis and Clark Launches New Human Services AAS Degree
Lewis and Clark Community College is debuting a new Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree in Human Services beginning with the Fall 2025 semester, and enrollment has officially begun. Program Coordinator Chad Keller said the degree is for students who have an interest in helping others develop the knowledge and skills needed to provide direct…
Read MoreUSDA makes $10 billion in economic aid available
By TAMMIE SLOUP FarmWeek Applications are open for a piece of $10 billion in economic assistance available through a new USDA program. The Emergency Commodity Assistance Program (ECAP) provides payments to help farmers mitigate high input costs and low commodity prices from the 2024 crop year. Authorized by the American Relief Act of 2025, payments…
Read MoreLet’s Cook! – April 3, 2025
This week I have two more recipes from Barbara Kahl of Greenfield, Illinois. The first one brought back fond memories from when I was a kid. My mom used to make Johnny Mazetti frequently, but never wrote down her recipe. To be honest, I had forgotten all about it until I saw this recipe. Barbara’s…
Read MoreApril is Child Abuse Prevention Month
Join the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), Prevent Child Abuse Illinois, Hospital Sisters Health System, the Poshard Foundation for Abused Children, elected officials, child welfare stakeholders and more for a month-long observance to share child abuse and neglect prevention awareness messages and promote prevention efforts during Child Abuse Prevention Month in April.…
Read MoreArt and mental health unite at Alton Art Expo
Creativity and mental health advocacy come together in an inspiring collaboration between Mooneyham Art, The Milton Schoolhouse, and Centerstone. The Alton Art Expo is a groundbreaking exhibition and community gathering that highlights the healing power of artistic expression. The event will take place on Saturday, April 29, from Noon to 7 p.m., and Sunday, April…
Read MoreDaughters of the American Revolution holds Trivia Night
Dr. Silas Hamilton Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution held a DAR Trivia Night, supporting the DAR Scholarship Fund, at the Elsah Township Building in Dow on March 22. Seven teams competed and the Elsah Smarties won a tie run off. Ann Badasch, Chapter Vice-Regent, was the organizer of the event.
Read MoreDispositions – March 27, 2025
Felonies Andrew Wayne Hoofard, dob 2-27-1986, was found guilty on a charge of possession of meth less than five grams, fine, two years in the Department of Corrections, one year aftercare release; a charge of felony possession/use weapon/firearm was dismissed.
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