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Calhoun Council for Senior News
By Beverly Mosbarger Senior Center Hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Phone: 618-576-9567 Email: [email protected] JUNE EVENTS Calhoun County Swimming Pool is now open to the public June 11 – The Price is Right sponsored by Evercare of Calhoun 11:45 am June 14 – Flag Day June 21 – Father’s Day…
Read MoreWhat’s Happening… In and around the Area
Saturday, June 6 Two Rivers Family Fishing Fair. Free event with fishing poles, bait and supplies provided. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Pere Marquette State Park in Grafton. Monday, June 1 Discovery Day Camp at The Nature Institute. Saturday, June 6 National Memorial of Military Ascent Dedication Ceremony. 9:30 a.m. in Grafton. Free…
Read MoreClass of ‘54 Scholarship Fund
The Class of 1954 Scholarship Fund has opened an alumni scholarship cycle with applications due June 30, 2026. Any graduate of Pittsfield High School is eligible to apply. Scholarships will support vo-tech, community college, undergraduate, and/or graduate programs of study. Applications are available at the PHS Office and the JWCC Southeast Education Center and may…
Read MoreCALHOUN COMMISSIONERS discuss Golden Eagle Ferry
By Steven Spencer The Calhoun County Commissioners briefly discussed and provided an update on the Golden Eagle Ferry at their regular board meeting on Monday, May 18.
Read MoreJERSEY COUNTY BOARD approves new evidence building
By Steven Spencer The Jersey County Board approved a motion to move forward with a new Sheriff’s evidence building at their May board meeting.
Read MoreGREENFIELD LIBRARY presents ‘Illinois American 250-Passport to Illinois’
By Carmen Ensinger As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday on July 4, individual states within this great nation have been preparing for quite some time to highlight the accomplishments and high points of their state.
Read MoreFLORENCE BRIDGE on schedule for next year
FLORBy BETH ZUMWALT Like Cub fans always say “Wait until next year,” those hoping for a bridge replacement at Florence are saying the same thing. The bridge is on schedule to begin construction in 2027.
Read MoreGrafton prepares for NMMA grand opening
Memorial Day on display
Story Hour at Greenfield Public Library
For the last Story Hour at Greenfield Public Library, Miss Pam (Painter) read the story “The Circus Ship” by Chris Van Dusen. The story centered around a ship full of circus animals that runs around off the coast of Maine. The animals swim ashore and are welcomed into the community and when the greedy circus…
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