Jersey County Journal
Pike and Greene join in opposition to AltonWorks national park plan
By Steven Spencer Pike County and Greene County are the latest to join in opposition to AltonWorks’ plan to create the “Great Rivers National Park.” Both Pike and Greene voted in favor of resolutions of opposition at their February meetings. Pike County voted unanimously on Monday, Feb. 24, citing their desire to protect private property…
Read MoreMWC Presents Luck of the Brawl on March 15 in Godfrey
Midwest Wrestling Coalition (MWC) is set to deliver another night of live professional wrestling with Luck of the Brawl on Saturday, Mar. 15, at the Alton-Wood River Sportsmen’s Club. Following the intensity of Blood Is in the Air, the stakes have never been higher, and some of the top competitors in the industry are ready…
Read MoreWe’re Baaaack … District 100 Foundation Dinner Auction Makes a Return
The District 100 Foundation is pleased to announce its popular Dinner Auction event is coming soon. This year’s theme is “POT O’GOLD FOR EDUCATION”. If you have not attended before, the Foundation invites you to be part of a night you will not forget. Mark your calendar for Saturday, Mar. 22, at the Jerseyville Knights…
Read MoreTri County Antique Club accepting scholarship applications
Three $500.00 Scholarships will be presented to the recipients from among the Calhoun, Jersey and Southwestern High Schools. The application is open to students who will be a 2025 high school graduate, and an active FFA and or/a 4-H member and who beginning with the 2025/2026 academic year will be enrolled full time (12+ hour)…
Read MoreLet’s Cook! – March 6, 2025
Recently I had a taste for a really good steak, but was not feeling like cooking outside on the grill. So I tried this recipe that I found in a magazine some time ago. I thought it was wonderful, but it did leave my house a bit smokey for a bit. I think my exhaust fan…
Read MoreRotating Crops for a More Resilient Garden
By Emily Swihart, Horticulture Educator, University of Illinois Extension As the growing season approaches, final plans are being made for home gardens. What to plant and where to plant are big questions that require multiple levels of consideration. What to plant requires an analysis of what the intended use is, what the growing space can…
Read MoreRural retreats: Meander the fields, help with chores or just breathe the fresh air during a stay at an Illinois farm
By KIM HILL Illinois Farm Bureau Partners Enjoy sleeping in a grain bin, riding in a combine or gathering eggs from a chicken coop for the freshest omelet you’ll ever taste. If these bucolic happenings sound perfect, it’s time for an overnight stay at an Illinois farm. Meet three Illinois farms offering a variety of…
Read MoreTri County Antique Club accepting scholarship applications
Three $500.00 Scholarships will be presented to the recipients from among the Calhoun, Jersey and Southwestern High Schools.
Read MoreDemand, HPAI drive record egg prices
By RHIANNON BRANCH FarmWeek Consumers are experiencing the highest egg prices in history driven by increased demand and highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), which could keep the market elevated for a while.
Read MoreBuy a fishing license and make an investment in conservation
When anglers purchase an Illinois fishing license, they’re paying for more than fishing privileges for the year. They’re investing in conservation, education, and economic activity all over the state.
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