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By JARAD JARMON Jersey County Journal It was around midday Health department Wednesday, Jan. 6, when reports 4 new COVID Tara Mueller’s phone started getting the texts condeaths in Jersey. See page A8 cerned for her safety. This was around the same time the Jerseyville resident started seeing the video and news reports coming from Washington, D.C., showing rioters storming the U.S. Capitol Locals graduate building, following a “Save from SIU-E. America” rally. The rally See page A8 took place a mile and a half west at the White House, where President Donald Trump and others continued to criticize the results of the election, claiming fraud and calling on legislators to vote against confirming FRIDAY, JAN. 15 President-elect Joe Biden. But these texts only left 36 29 Mueller confused. High Low She, like the other supSATURDAY, JAN. 16 porters of President Donald Trump she went with, was 37 27 in the nation’s capital speHigh Low cifically for that rally, but the images she witnessed SUNDAY, JAN. 17 personally were not of violence but of peaceful pro36 24 test. Mueller had a different High Low perspective of the events of that day. For her, the day was peaceful as all of the other events she attended were. Mueller started follow-

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ing politics about a year I would be placed exactly where God needed me to be ago. “I was alarmed at what at all moments of the trip.” It would be an experiwas happening in our country, and I wanted to educate ence that informed her permyself on such matters,” ceptions of the media. “The atmosphere was Mueller said. “Little did I realize at the time this jour- very patriotic and emotions ney would have me travel- were felt by all surrounding the country in search for ing us… I was given a lot of insight and information, answers.” and it became She had not very clear shied from joinwhy so many ing in demon- “The sight strations. of this will rally around this President “I have been so passionto Washington forever be ately,” she D.C. on two embedded said. “Also, other occamy eyes saw sions in recent in my first hand how years, and both memory the media can trips were with the local youth and heart.” spin a story to fit their nargroup for the rative as we March for Life Rally, which Tara Mueller were getting is very near Trump Rally attendee inside information from and dear to my those nearby the riots at Mt. heart,” she said. In July, her husband, Rushmore.” Mueller and her famJake, and she made the trip to South Dakota for the ily were drawn to Washfirework celebration at Mt. ington D.C. once more, Rushmore. There, she had after Trump put out a call an optimal view of the fire- to Americans to take part work display, the numer- in a rally for Trump and ous aircraft flying over the “integrity of our United which included Air Force States of America,” she 1, the Blue Angels and the said. “It was on Jan. 5 when Osprey aircraft that would land President Trump and my husband and 17-yearhis family at Mt. Rushmore. old son, Ethan, embarked “I had the mindset that on our trip to Washing-

Eagles are sparse in first part of season By LUCAS GARDNER Jersey County Journal It’s no secret that around the area, eagles can be found near the river and other places from December to March. It’s that time of year again, but this year the sightings seem to be more sparse so far. The best locations for eagles to be found are around the river, as most locals know, and especially in Hardin, Grafton and Brussels. Around these areas, the convergence of the Illinois, Missouri and Mississippi rivers create a funnel of sorts and an open airway for the eagles to travel south, thus, allowing them to eat and have an easy flight during migration. But “it hasn’t been a good year, this year,” Scott Isringhausen, with Pere Marquette State Park, said. “It hasn’t been a good year. It has to be cold up north to push the eagles down here and it hasn’t been,” Isringhausen said. “Every winter is different.” Eagles often migrate south when it becomes too cold, and the water is freezing in the northern states such as Minnesota, Michigan and the great white north – Canada. While eagles travel south and no longer have easy access to food in the north, they have a tendency to travel much slower — about 30 mph. The best time of day to see activity is clear mornings because eagles are visual hunters and typically start feeding at dawn, and the worst time to see activity would be any time when the weather is visually hindering for them. Eagles typically only travel to the water and then back to the trees, so they don’t use a ton of energy, and with an “all you

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An eagle soars over Jersey County.

can eat buffet” of fish being the eagle’s favored food, it makes sense eagles take their time, Isringhausen indicated. In order for the eagles to catch prey, they often dive or “stoop” at approximately 100 mph. With the ability to stoop at 100 mph and their keen sight, the ability to see rabbits and fish from nearly two miles away, capturing a duck or goose is no issue for the eagle. Ducks and geese are the secondary food source of eagles, which hunt on water fowl when the water is frozen and fish are inaccessible to them. When it’s time to return to their mate for life, the pace of the eagle is much more significant, often traveling hundreds of miles a day. Their blistering pace allows them to return more quickly to their lifelong mates, which will never be replaced even in death. Once an eagle’s mate dies, it will live alone until its own death. (See, EAGLES, A2)

ton D.C.,” she said. “... President Trump requested American patriots to show up for a Rally on January 6, 2021 and we wanted to be there. Just like our trip to Keystone, S.D., I felt very guided to make this trip. We wanted to show Congress that we care about the integrity of our elections. Both now and in the future!” She and her family met up with a group from Michigan and traveled into the city together. Along their travels, the election and the myriad of claims made against the validity the election were addressed. They arrived at the rally early morning Jan. 6 along with thousands of others. “We peacefully gathered on the lawn around the Ellipse outside of the White House,” she described. “It was a beautiful and breathtaking event. Good American people gathered from all over the country in hopes of obtaining an audit into the election statistics.” There, they listened to several prominent figures including Rudy Giuliani, Eric and Lara Trump, Don Jr. and girlfriend Kim Guilfoyle and the president, himself. “As the speaking concluded, we stood at the base of the Washington Monu-

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Tara Mueller stands among the crowds watching the U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C. Wednesday.

ment soaking in the breathtaking sea of flags that were making their way to begin the March to the US Capitol,” she said. As they made their way down the streets of D.C., she witnessed a crowd of all ages championing the effort, including that of an older gentleman that made sure to attend, she remembered. “We came upon an older gentleman who needed the

guidance of his walker to put one foot in front of the other.” The march, she said, was a sight to behold. “The sight of this will forever be embedded in my memory and heart,” Mueller said. “There were scattered bits of the crowd singing and chants such as ‘stop the steal’ or ‘USA.’ It was a very peaceful gathering.” (See, RALLY, A2)

New legislation set to support flood mitigation in Grafton By JARAD JARMON Jersey County Journal Federal legislation was recently passed, with the help of local leaders, which will hopefully create new avenues for communities impacted by natural disasters, namely floods. It was at the start of the year when President Donald Trump signed S3418, the Safeguarding Tomorrow through Ongoing Risk Mitigation (STORM) Act, that is geared to help state and local governments prepare for or rebuild from severe weather or catastrophic events. And among the players that helped bring this to fruition was Grafton Mayor Rick Eberlin and his involvement with Mississippi River Cities & Towns Initiative (MRCTI). “This was the brainchild of MRCTI, which was presented to its membership group of mayors, and we voted on whether we thought it would be worth pursuing, and then once we did that, they hashed out... the potential for this,” Eberlin said. They still needed help from state leaders in getting it through, though. Eberlin pointed to Rep Rodney Davis, assuming that he would be on board. “I was correct in my assumption,” Eberlin said. “There was no real hesitation on Rodney’s part at all… I led a contingent of 7-8 other mayors, and he agreed to take it up on their behalf.” It will be an effort he is, to say the least, proud of, leading a contingent of mayors in this effort. “Without a doubt, I am extremely proud,” Eberlin said. “If this can help Grafton in any way shape or form, whether it be this year or 10 years down

the road, I am just tickled to be a part of that.” Davis said it was all about giving these communities the tools to prepare for such a disaster. “Severe weather and catastrophic events cause great strain on local economies and municipal budgets in cities and towns in Illinois like Grafton and many others across the country,” Davis said. “Our bipartisan bill will give state and local governments the tools they need to prepare for emergency disasters before they happen. This will protect local economies and taxpayers alike. “I’d like to thank Rep. Craig for our partnership on this issue in the House and all of the advocates who helped get this critical legislation passed. I look forward to the president swiftly signing this legislation into law so we can be prepared before the next time disaster strikes.” S3418 was a bipartisan effort and is the Senate counterpart to legislation Davis and Rep. Angie Craig, introduced in the House in the form of HR3779, the Resilience Revolving Loan Fund Act, introduced in July of 2019. “Representative Angie Craig of Minnesota and my Representative Rodney Davis of Illinois have championed our proposal for passage of the Resilience Revolving Loan Fund from the beginning, and they continue to do so today,” Eberlin explained. “Protecting our communities from the increasing disasters we are facing is about leveraging the possible $12 we get back from every dollar spent on mitigation, and we’re doing that along the entire Mississippi River. (See, LEGISLATION, A2)

2020: A year in review – Part 2

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By CONNOR ASHLOCK Jersey County Journal Last week, the Journal featured articles from January through June of 2020 that were just some of the year’s highlights. But, July through December also featured an abundance of different happenings in the county that are worthy of mention. JULY Q Sheriff’s Office launches K9 program: The Jersey County Sheriff’s Office is adding a new four-legged deputy named Jax to the team. Jax, a German shepherd purchased from Alabama Canine, owned and operated by worldrenowned speaker and K9 trainer Ricky Farley, will become Deputy Justin Decker’s new partner. Q Grafton Historical Society making plans for future: The Grafton Historical Museum, which is currently located in the visitors center on the east end of town, is about to experience some major changes thanks to an IDNR grant.

Q Jerseyville to make way for more parking: Jerseyville City Council commissioners approved the purchase of property at 400 North Jefferson St. and 203 East Prairie St. with tax increment financing (TIF) funds. The move was also approved by the TIF Advisory Board. In two separate motions, the council members approved the purchases with intentions of using the property for more parking in the city. Q Apple Festival canceled amid COVID-19 concerns: The Jersey County Historical Society is the latest organization in the region to cancel an event citing COVID19 concerns. The society voted at their board meeting to cancel their annual Apple Festival for the first time ever since it began in 1990. Q Firefighters save sanctuary in Dow church blaze: It was a long fought battle over the course of several hours, but area firefighters extinguished the fire at the Dow Southern Baptist Church early Wednesday — notably before it reached the sanctuary. A

deputy noticed the east portion of the church, which houses Sunday school classrooms, church offices and fellowship area, was engulfed in flames around 1:30 a.m. AUGUST Q Former floral shop demolished: The former bright blue floral shop, Lammer’s Floral, located prominently on Jerseyville’s main drag, has been demolished. Lammer’s Floral was once housed in the Jerseyville structure between Paul Hardin Financial LLC and Wells Norris Tire and Auto, but several years ago the tire and auto facility purchased the property. Q St. Louis man charged in relation to Dow church fire: A St. Louis man has been arrested and charged in relation to the fire that destroyed a portion of the Dow Southern Baptist Church early July 29. Deahvion Kortez Bishop, 21, of St. Louis was charged with burglary and arson of the church on July 29 as well as criminal damage to property of the AT&T Communications building and theft of a motor vehicle and a resi-

dential burglary. Q Grafton mayor elaborates on COVID-19 spike in city: The Grafton mayor went into more detail during a city council meeting Tuesday about a spike in COVID19 cases in recent weeks in the city, which prompted increased precautionary efforts that included temporarily closing Grafton City Hall. Among those cases was a Grafton city official, Eberlin said, justifying the city’s actions in regard to city hall. Q Carroll denied new trial; sentencing set in October: Roger Carroll, who was convicted of murder earlier this year, was denied a new trial, and is set to be sentenced in the coming months. Circuit Judge Eric Pistorius made the decision Wednesday, Aug. 19, during a hearing where a motion the defense made for a new trial was addressed. SEPTEMBER Q 30th Olden Days canceled amid COVID-19 concern: Since 1990, the folks at the Tri-County Antique Club “under the wind-

mill” on Route 3 have been preserving and promoting the agricultural history of the Jersey, Greene, Calhoun and Madison county area for future generations to learn about and enjoy. This year, though, they too joined the litany of organizations and groups that have canceled their major fundraising events because of COVID-19. Q Jerseyville eyes new slate of derelict properties to address: Jerseyville leaders have identified another list of properties those in the city intend on addressing. At their meeting Tuesday, the Jerseyville City Council Ok’d City Attorney Bill Strang to start the necessary actions to require property owners to address deteriorating structures across the city, either through renovations or demolition. The list of properties voted on to be addressed is 702 East Prairie St., 906 West Carpenter St., 1103 Old Fidelity Road, 606 East Carpenter, 201 Morean St., 1201 Cemetery Rd., 101 Stryker St. (See, REVIEW, A2)

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(Continued from A1) As they arrived at the US Capitol, Mueller and her group positioned themselves in the area behind the reflecting pool with a centered view of the Capitol building in front of them. At this time, groups continued to sing songs such as the “Star Spangled Banner” and chant “Freedom,” “USA,” and “Stop the steal,” an uplifting experience for Mueller to say the least. They then received word that Vice President Mike Pence had refused to overturn the election, defying the wishes of the president, a hope of his supporters to stop the certification of the election. “We were crushed but still hopeful Congress would pull this through for America,” she said. This was around the time she started getting word of the attack on the Capitol. “A friend began texting me with video clips of the Capitol breach,” she said. But the videos were nothing like what she was witnessing. “All seemed calm, and there was no

one scaling any walls,” she said. “Again, we were positioned directly in front of the US Capitol on the west side. Others around us were replaying the video clips watching in such confusion as it was not in any way a reality of what we were seeing in front of us.” There were police cars aligned on the northeast side of the Capitol building when they arrived, which appeared to be parked along the roadway. “We could witness the Capitol police standing along the balcony of the Capitol, and there didn’t appear to be any kind of emergency,” Mueller said. It was around 2:45 p.m. when her phone went off with an emergency broadcast message stating that the D.C. Mayor was declaring a 6 p.m. curfew. “We stuck around for a little longer trying to figure out what was happening and still never witnessed any such violent acts,” she said. “As we began walking back to return to our hotel, we witnessed a line of police cars with sirens approaching the Capitol building.

“In that same area, we stopped to ask two police officers for directions and in no way did they seem alarmed or have any sense of heightened emergency.” It was a strange experience for her family. Videos and photos poured of violence at and in the Capitol, and they were so close but saw nothing. “We began getting text messages asking if we were safe,” Mueller said. “And in a way, it was comical, because I wish all could have seen what I was seeing and feeling. Nothing like what was on the television.” It was a surreal experience, but one that confirmed her perspective on news today. “The whole experience reconfirmed why I chose to turn off the news the day after the election,” she said. “My experiences make it very difficult to believe what the media portrays.” Still, the events of that day in parts of the Capitol she did not witness did prove violent, leading to the deaths of five and damages to the building, according to numerous reports. The breach was the

only overtaking of the Capitol since the British burned the building in August 1814. Looking back on the events of the day, Mueller asked only for truth and that “those creating this chaos be held accountable. Period.” Although focus for the media has leaned on the rioters at the Capitol, Mueller felt only uplifted from what she saw in-person. “My entire experience was extremely uplifting and left me feeling very hopeful for the future of our country witnessing so many amazing Americans uniting as one that day,” she said. “My heart felt connected to every American who stood for freedom that day. I ultimately believe that all Americans want truth and transparency for our country, no matter the results.” “This is no longer about a party line as there is corruption on both sides. We now stand in a time where people need to decide (if undecided) do they stand with America or with the traitors.”

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(Continued from A1) Grafton residents are no strangers to flooding, sitting right on the river, but the flooding has been worse. “The incidents of flooding – moderate to major flooding – those floods have increased tremendously.” Eberlin said. “...We have had 30 of our top floods since 1993.” And it is harder to get funding. Even today, Grafton leaders have been working with the Federal Emergency Management Agency on getting money from longsince past floods and the damage they caused. “There are so many things that FEMA scrutinizes unless they actually come here,” Eberlin said. “That is one of the big things that made a difference with us in getting what monies we got so far – them coming to Grafton looking at our proximity to the river.” Grafton has about 1.7 miles

of shoreline, and they do not use flood walls or levies “We are pretty much at the mercy of things,” he said. This new legislation, which does not grant money, but loan money at a low rate, will make it a quicker process to prepare these flooded communities for floods of the future. “The purpose of this is to more quickly assist communities,” Eberlin said. “It started out as a 10-state Mississippi river corridor (legislation project), but it evolves into something considerably larger.” In Grafton, leaders have been trying to get their watersheds, creeks and ditches dredged so they are unobstructed going into the Mississippi and Illinois rivers. That poses a big problem for the community during these rains – namely the 4-6 inch rains. Eberlin said their creeks and ditches have not been dredged since the flood of ‘93.

“Another thing we could possibly do with this loan fund is we could look at properties that affect us time and time again,” he explained. “Obviously, we do not want anymore buyout properties in Grafton, but we could go as a city and potentially buy those properties and relocate that business.” Instead of buyouts, they can encourage building more wisely. Eberlin also mentioned the bike trail. “Our bike trail… we still have 12-15 inches of silt in places, so if we should get floods this spring, that bike trail is going to get buried again,” he said. “If we could use all of this money to get all of that removed and get the shoulders dressed up, that is going to help.” “I haven’t seen all of the guidelines yet… but the fact is there is going to be $200 million available, and that is going to grow as we go, and we will see

how effective this loan fund is,” he later said. In perspective of the speed at which politics moves, it was relatively fast effort, 17 months from start to finish. Eberlin is hopeful this will encourage flood mitigation up north, too. “A lot of this can go to encourage people to think less and less about themselves, but of the net effect that it has on all the people down the river corridor.” According to Eberlin, communities up north have made it more challenging to respond to the rushes of water. “In Davenport, Iowa, they have got walls. They have got levies… They know that by them having walls, that pushes water down to the next community and worsens things for them,” Eberlin said. Those waters need to expand after hitting those bottle necks. “Let’s go away from these

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(Continued from A1) Q Early morning blaze totals Otterville home: Although no one was reportedly injured in the fire that consumed a home in Otterville early Saturday morning, local fire officials say the structure was totaled. It was roughly 3:30 a.m. when emergency services were dispatched to a fire at the residence at 106 E. Main St. A young adult woman was sleeping inside the home at the time of the fire. Q Man charged in connection to fire in Otterville: A Grafton man has been charged in relation to a fire in Otterville a little over a week ago. According to Jersey County court records, Roger E. Pace Jr., 34, has been charged on two counts of aggravated arson in relation to a fire in Otterville. Pace allegedly damaged the residences of Luvinia Walz and Charlene A. Pace at 106 and 104 E. Main St., Otterville, respectively, and knew both were “present therein,” according to court records. OCTOBER Q Carroll sentenced to 65 years: Circuit Judge Eric Pistorius sentenced Roger Carroll, 54, to serve 65 years in prison Thursday for the first-degree murder of Bonnie Woodward, which he was found guilty of in March, following a jury trial. During his statement, Carroll maintained his innocence, arguing he had nothing to apologize for as he had not done anything. Further, he went on to argue that

the trial wasn’t fair. Q St. Louis man charged in church fire pleads guilty: The St. Louis man that was arrested and charged in relation to the fire that destroyed a portion of the Dow Southern Baptist Church early July 29 has pled guilty. Deahvion Kortez Bishop, 21, was charged with burglary and arson of the church on July 29 as well as a series of other charges. Q Jersey County back at warning level for COVID-19: Jersey County has once again been listed as a warning level county for novel coronavirus. In a report sent out at the end of the week from the Illinois Department of Public Health, Jersey is one of 51 counties to be considered at a warning level. NOVEMBER Q New COVID-19 restrictions in place for Region 3: Following a surge in cases reported in the region, it was announced last week that West-Central Illinois’ Region 3, which includes Jersey County, is among many regions in the state with a resurgence of COVID-19 mitigations. As of Nov. 1, bars and restaurants will be required to change business operations. The area has seen a seven-day rolling average test positivity rate of 8 percent or above for three consecutive days, which exceeds thresholds set for establishing mitigation measures under the state’s Restore Illinois Resurgence Plan.

Q Active COVID-19 cases crack 200 within week: The number of active COVID-19 cases in Jersey County has surpassed 200. Jersey County’s positive numbers have been continuing to increase rapidly, as is the case with the rest of the state. It was last week Tuesday when the number of active cases sat just below the 200 mark, and it was only a matter of time until the total ultimately crested the 200-case threshold. Q Jersey students intend on keeping Santa safe for holiday: The Jersey Community High School construction class has built a shield barrier that looks like a snow globe that the family and consumer sciences’ design class is now sprucing up with Christmas cheer. Steve Pegram proposed the construction weeks ago to construction class teacher, Allen Snyder. Snyder said the students, Tyler Dirksmeyer, Patrick Snyder, Brady Bilyue and Nate Lott, constructed the globe. DECEMBER Q Salvation Army struggling in recruitment of bell-ringers this season: The Jersey County Salvation Army started its bellringing campaign a couple of weeks ago, and signs are showing that the presence of bellringers may be infrequent. Bellringers are normally located at the entrances of Walmart, Farm and Home Supply and Sinclair Food Market, and it has notably been a challenge finding people

to cover Sinclair’s. School and church groups are often among those at the kettle, but with COVID’s continuing presence in the county, many are opting not to take on the bell to limit exposure. Q Jersey among first 50 counties to see COVID vaccine: Though it has been announced that Jersey County will be among the first Illinois counties to see the vaccine, it will still be some time before the vaccine is widely distributed. Jersey County is listed at No. 31 out of the 102 Illinois counties and Greene County is at the top of the list. Q Historical Society hopes to offer a virtual holiday tour: The Jersey County Historical Society was anticipating opening the Cheney Mansion up for holiday tours this Christmas season, but because of the heightened presence of COVID in the community, as well as recent state-mandated measures from Gov. JB Pritzker, the society has opted to not offer those tours this year. In consideration of this, the historical society is going to attempt to do something that it has never done before. Q Local front line worker gets first vaccine in the county: Julie Travers, the Cardiopulmonary Nurse Manager at Jersey Community Hospital, is the first in the county to get the vaccine for COVID-19, doing so on Thursday, Dec. 17.

flood walls. Lets stay away from building levies. Lets try and get these levies brought down to where they are supposed to be, where they are certified by the Corps. of Engineers,” Eberlin said. The legislation will create a low-interest loan program for Illinois and other states to fund mitigation projects that reduce the risks and costs of natural disasters or catastrophic events. Loans would be available for projects that minimize the costs and risks associated with wildfires, earthquakes, floods, storm surges and other events deemed catastrophic by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The program will not only reduce the financial burden of recovery on local governments – but allow communities to invest in resilient infrastructure that can withstand severe weather events and natural disasters, according to a press release.

(Continued from A1) “What amazes me most is how they know who their mate is when they return,” Isringhausen said. There isn’t much information on the process of eagles choosing mates or how it works, only speculation. When eagles return to their lifelong mate, it’s time for them to lay eggs and begin the mating process. Eagles return to their nest every year and continue to build, until the nest is a large mass in the trees. The nests are often four to five feet wide and as deep as four feet. The eagles then lay up to three eggs during a season. The egg looks much like a large chicken egg three inches long and two inches around. The hatching process takes about 36 days, and over the course of four to five years eagles keep their golden brown coloring, then they get the iconic white feathers and head. “The eagles are much better than they used to be,” Isringhausen said. “When I was in high school, I didn’t know eagles were around here, they were endangered in 1990.” The decline in eagle population was caused by a post-WWII-era chemical called DDT making its way into area waterways. The chemical contaminated fish and ultimately, when eaten by eagles, thinned their eggshells so much that the weight of adult birds would crush them. Following the publication of Rachel Carson’s “Silent Spring,” which outlined the plight of wildlife, the Golden Eagle Protection Act was passed and banned the killing of eagles and use of DDT, according to the Dish and Wildlife Service. In 2007, the bald eagle was removed from the endangered species list. If residents would like to go out and see the fruits of the eagle preservation work, they should wake up early, make sure the weather is clear and take a slow drive along the river and look for the national bird. The best places to find eagles are along the river bank in the morning – namely in trees near the bank, in Hardin in various river bank locations among the tree lines and in Grafton near the visitor center all the way down to the Brussels Ferry.

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n the early years of Illinois, residents enjoyed mild winters. For a dozen years, livestock grazed comfortably throughout the winter, with little need for supplemental feed. That all changed in 1830. With Christmas just five days away, a cold rain â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the kind that quickly chills to the bone anyone unfortunate to be caught outside â&#x20AC;&#x201C; began falling. It continued, sporadically changing to sleet or snow, until Christmas Eve. The precipitation then changed to large, wet snowflakes that quickly accumulated to six inches. Then, a fierce wind came howling down from the north, driving the snow sideways and adding another three feet of snow. A freezing rain then fell, forming a crust on the snow. For the next two weeks, temperatures remained solidly below zero, and a northwestern gale buffeted Illinois day and night. Snow drifts three to six feet deep blanketed the area, and for 60 days, the sun seldom shone. An untold number of people and thousands of animals â&#x20AC;&#x201C; both wild and domesticated â&#x20AC;&#x201C;perished during the terrible winter. One of those who died during the storm was Jersey County resident Joseph Falkner, who with his family lived in a cabin a few miles southwest of Jerseyville.

In those Guest Column days, Jersey BY BETH MCGLASSON County had no mills, so farmers had to make the long trip to Alton or Wood River to get grain ground. The nearly 30-mile trip took multiple days, as a team of oxen covered about 2 miles per hour. Around Christmas time, Falkner started for Alton. He and his team of oxen made their way east to follow the Old State Trail south via Delhi. Today, Route 67 follows roughly the same route. Falkner completed the trip south without problem. After having his grain ground and buying supplies in Alton, he started for home. He and the oxen were forced to make their way north, battling a blinding snow, which dramatically reduced visibility and made navigating by landmarks impossible. Falknerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wagon was found south of Jerseyville a few days later. He had become so disoriented that he had turned south without realizing it. Falkner had frozen to death, but the oxen continued to plod southward before they were spotted and stopped. The thaw the following spring showed just how close Falkner had come to making it home. Frozen wagon tracks showed the oxen had gotten within a quarter of a mile of the cabin, before Falkner, blinded by the storm, turned them east in search of the Old State Trail.

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JoAnn Drulard JoAnn (Warix) Drulard, 79, passed away peacefully at her home with her family at her side, at 1:12 a.m., Saturday, January 9, 2021. She was born in Hornbeak, Tennessee on July 4, 1941, the daughter of Horace and Ruby (Glidewell) Warix. Growing up in a large family, JoAnn acquired early in life the trait of compassion and giving. Her entire life has been spent as a caregiver, not only to her family, but in her professional life as well. She obtained her nursing certificate, and began working as a CNA at Greenwood Manor Nursing Home, and later as a home health care provider through the Jersey County Health Department. No matter the need, JoAnn was always willing to help anyone with her generous heart and sincere smile. She married Donald Drulard on May 31, 1958 in Jerseyville, and together they shared nearly 35 years of marriage before his death on March 26, 1993. Surviving are three children, Michael Drulard of Steelville, Mo., Janice (Drulard) Shanks of Jerseyville, and Carolyn Drulard of Jerseyville; eight grandchildren, Rachel Beemer and Heather Clarkin, both of Jerseyville, and Katie Robins, and her husband, Zac, of East Alton, Hayleigh, Mat-

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talynn, Camree Marmino, Keyston Young, and Greyson Drulard all of Jerseyville; eleven great grandchildren; and her sister and best friend, Helen Stone of Jerseyville. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a niece whom she considered a daughter, Juanita Cope; two sisters, Carlene Hartmann and Brenda Warix; and three brothers, William “Sonny” Warix, Donald Warix and Ronald Warix. Visitation was from 10 a.m. Wednesday until time of funeral services at 12 noon at the Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville. Rev. Jeff Warix officiated. All CDC mandates were followed, and masks were required. Burial will be in the Oak Grove Cemetery in Jerseyville. Memorials may be given to the Restore Network, in care of the funeral home.

Patrick J. Maher Patrick J. Maher, 75, of Fosterburg passed away on Sunday, January 10, 2021 at 11:50 am at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on March 6, 1945 the son of John Henry and Margaret Johanna (Rathgeb) Maher. On March 18, 1972 he married Freda Rae Card. She preceded him in death on October 13, 2015. Patrick retired from Azcon Scrap Corp in May of 2011. He was a lifetime farmer, farming his childhood farm. He was a long time member at St. Matthews Catholic Church, and enjoyed spending time with his family and grandchildren. He is survived by his nine children, Karen Walch (Denny), Sarah Worlitz (David), Patrick R. Maher (Amy), Anthony Maher (Laura), Elizabeth Lamparter (Jason), Mark Maher (Rachel), Thomas Maher (Amanda), Christopher Maher, and Brian Maher (Heather); twenty- two grandchildren, Claudia, Greg, Pete and Steve Walch, Luke and Phillip Ramos, Katelyn, Lauren and Allison Maher, Samuel, Shane, and Henry Maher, Logan and Olivia Lamparter, Aidan Seemiller, Brady and Ashleigh Maher, Colin and Gibson Maher, and Levi, Ethan and Caleb Maher;

Kathy Landess of Jerseyville; two nephews and their spouses, Michael and Andrea Allen, and Mark and Cindy Allen, all of Pittsfield; a brother in-law and his wife, LeRoy and Betty Orr of Bremen, Georgia; along with numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by a sister and brotherin-law, Irma Jean and Keith Allen; two nephews, Matthew and Marshall; as well as two nieces, Karen and Debbie. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude and thanks to the staff of Eastside Nursing & Rehab for the excellent care he received. You will forever be in our hearts. Graveside services, officiated by Pastor Brent Meyer, will be held on Thursday, January 14, 2021 at 2 p.m. at the Oak Grove Cemetery in Jerseyville. Please dress comfortably and warm. In lieu of flowers or plants, memorials may be given to the First Baptist Church in Jerseyville or to the Jersey Baseball Program cc: Ken Schell Baseball Field, in care of Crawford Funeral Home.

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a great grandson, Lane Maher, two sisters, Kathryn O’BrienLuedde and Carolyn Crispi; and a brother, Bill Maher Sr. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a brother, Jack Maher; and two sisters, Margie Droste and Dorothy Meszaros. Visitation will be held on Friday, January 15, 2021 from 11:00 am until 12:00 pm at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Bethalto. A Mass of Christian burial will be Private. Burial will be held at Fosterburg Cemetery Memorials may be made to Alton Catholic Children’s Home or Our Lady Queen of Peace School in Bethalto. Online condolences and guest book may be found at www.eliaskallalandschaaf. com.

Claude Zimmerman Claude Melvin Zimmerman, 68, passed away on Friday, January 8, 2021 at Saint Louis University Hospital in Saint Louis, Missouri. He was born on September 13, 1952 in Yakima, Washington, the son of Claude A. and Eleanor S. (Braunagel) Zimmerman. He married Deborah Krotz on September 10, 1975 in Godfrey and throughout their 45 years of marriage they were blessed with three children and the joys of their grandchildren that followed. Claude worked for many years as a Machinist, retiring from Owens-Illinois and was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying fishing, searching for arrowheads and hunting, most especially Elk hunting. Surviving are his wife, Debbie Zimmerman of Jerseyville; two daughters and a son inlaw, Tara and Eric Weishaupt of Jerseyville and Brianne Zimmerman of Saint Louis, Missouri; a son, Ryan Zimmerman and his companion, Sarah Molloy, of Jerseyville; four grandchildren, Brennan and Brooklynn Rudolph, Cameron Weishaupt and Noah Garland; four brothers and a sister in-law, Dennis and Earlene Zimmerman of Dow, Nathan Zimmerman of Colorado, Paul Zimmerman of Jerseyville and David Zimmerman of Oregon; as well as his brothers in-law and sisters in-law, Mike and Ruth Krotz of Farfield Bay, AR, Terry Krotz of Texas, Keith and Lori Strader of Brighton. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his father in-law and mother inlaw, Charlie and Mary Krotz. Private services will be held on Friday, January 15, 2021

Ronald K. “Ron” Landess, 87, of Jerseyville, passed away at 5:15 a.m. on Thursday, January 7, 2021 at Eastside Health and Rehabilitation Center in Pittsfield. Ronald was born on July 24, 1933 in Los Angeles, California and was the son of Kenneth and Myrtle (Lewis) Landess. He graduated from Milton High School and completed Junior College before he joined the United States Army and proudly served his country in the Korean War. He married the love of his life, Ramona (Orr) Landess on September 10, 1953 in Pittsfield and together they shared 65 years together before her passing on August 22, 2019. He spent his career as a Manager with FS, retiring in 1993. Following his retirement, Ron and Ramona began spending winters in Sarasota, Florida, where they could be seen walking the beach or rollerblading. Ron was a great Dad and put his family first. It was not unusual to have a house full of kids when Randy was growing up, like a second home to so many. He never missed any of Randy’s sporting events. He enjoyed boating and water skiing, the St. Louis Cardinals, golfing, keeping a meticulous yard and flowers, meeting with the Fran & Marilyn Coffee Group and above all, he loved God, his little grand dog Sammy, and every moment he was able to share with his family and friends. Surviving are his son and daughter in-law, Randy and

at Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville. Family and friends are invited to join the family for a graveside ceremony at 1:00 p.m., Friday, at Scenic Hill Cemetery in Grafton. Memorials may be given to Friends of the SLU Liver Center.

Ronald Whitley, 68, passed away on January 8, 2021 in Jerseyville. He was born on April 7, 1952 to Louis Homer & Edna Marie (Schaaf) Whitley in Jerseyville. He was a US Army veteran and a laborer for Cope Plastics. He loved music and was a member of Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall in Jerseyville. He is survived by his mother: Edna Whitley; his children: April (Chad) Aldrich of East Alton and Anthony (Kristi) Whitley of Montana; his grandchildren: Kristen Whitley, Jace Wheeler, and Ethan Richardson; his siblings: Helen Marie Sexton, Gary Louis (Linda) Whitley, Ina Pearl (Rick) Clendenny, Paul Edward (Kathy) Whitley, Jane Elizabeth (Terry) Piper, William Raymond (Gail) Whitley, Dorothy Eileen (Jeff) Booth, and Rebecca Louise (Chuck) McBride. He is preceded in death by his father, his niece: April Jones, and brother-inlaw: Jim Sexton. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family, so they can donate to a charity of their choice to teach children music. A memorial service will be held at a later date. The family would like to recognize Ronald’s selfless act of organ donation to benefit the lives of others.

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Cecelia “Cece” Weiner Oct. 23, 1937-Dec.16, 2020 The family of Cece Weiner wishes to express sincere appreciation for kindness spoken in word, prayers, flowers, food, memorial donations and loving support. Special thanks to Fr. Martin Smith, Barb Collins and Rita Heneghan of St. Francis Church, the nurses of BJC Hospice, J.C. Hospital, Rhonda Dougherty, Jersey County Health Department and the Crawfords at Crawford Funeral Home.

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Wiley ‘Buck’ Johnson Wiley E. “Buck” Johnson, 94, died at 2:36 p.m., Friday, January 8, 2021 at Jerseyville Manor Nursing Home. He was born in Ruyle Township, Jersey County, Illinois, on August 29, 1926, one of ten children born to Wiley Edmund and Stella (Frost) Johnson. He was a lifelong resident of Ruyle Township, and was a 1944 graduate of Medora Township High School. He was a lifetime farmer who took great pride in his work and relationships that he had built through the years. He was dedicated to work, his family and his church. A lifetime member of the Bethel Baptist Church in rural Jerseyville, he had served in many capacities throughout the years, including Trustee and Deacon. He was also a bus driver for both the Southwestern and Jersey Community school districts, and was a talented carpenter, who also enjoyed gardening and mowing. He married the former Betty Jean Eddinger on August 29, 1947 at the Bethel Baptist Church in Jerseyville, and together they built a marriage and partnership that would span nearly 73 years before her death on March 12, 2020. Surviving are his son and daughter in-law, Marty and Deb Johnson of Medora; five grandchildren and their spouses, Jeremy and Jess Johnson, Justin and Esmeralda Johnson, April Cambron, and Paige Norris all of Medo-

ra, and Wiley Johnson, and his companion, Kasey DeMond of Godfrey; eleven great grandchildren, Kairegan, Briston, Layne and Josie Johnson, Christian and Hunter Johnson, Jerit, Mason and Lillian Cambron, and Van and Elaina Norris; a sister and brother in-law, Myrtle and Alan Fricker of Bethalto. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Lawrence Johnson, Charles Johnson and Pearl Johnson; and five sisters, Amanda Jane Bowker, Mildred Maple, Stella Moore, Mary Alice Luce and Vesta Burman. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, a private family visitation along with a private burial service at Medora Cemetery will take place. Rev. Joel Lohr will officiate. Memorials may be given to the church he held so dear, Bethel Baptist Church in Jerseyville, in care of Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville, who is charge of the arrangements. Memories may be shared at www.crawfordfunerals.com.

Robert William Ninker Robert William Ninker, 87, passed away on Saturday, January 9, 2021, at Mason Pointe Assisted Living in Chesterfield, Missouri. A visitation will be held on Friday, January 15, 2021, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Anderson Family Funeral Home in Brighton, IL. Attendees are asked to remain in their vehicles and allow funeral home staff to usher groups of no more than 10 at a time, in for visitation, due to Illinois Covid19 Restrictions. Funeral service will be held virtually,

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- Pope Honorius II granted a papal sanction to the military order known as the Knights Templar. He declared it to be an army of God.

- Henry Ford patented the plastic automobile referred to as the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Soybean Car.â&#x20AC;? The car was 30% lighter than the average car.

- NBC agreed to pay almost $13 million for each episode of the TV show E.R. It was the highest amount ever paid for a TV show.

- U.S. President Washington approved a measure adding two stars and two stripes to the American flag, following the admission of Vermont and Kentucky to the union.

- Elizabeth Montgomeryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s character, Samantha, on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bewitched,â&#x20AC;? had a baby. The babyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name was Tabitha.

- ABC and ESPN negotiated to keep â&#x20AC;&#x153;Monday Night Footballâ&#x20AC;? for $1.15 billion a season.

- Robert C. Weaver became the first black Cabinet member when he was appointed Secretary of Housing and Urban Development by U.S. President Johnson.

- One of the 110 missing episodes of the British TV show â&#x20AC;&#x153;Doctor Whoâ&#x20AC;? was found in New Zealand.

- Anthony Faas of Philadelphia, PA, was granted the first U.S. patent for the accordion. He made improvements to the keyboard and enhanced the sound. - Britainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Independent Labor Party, a precursor to the current Labor Party, met for the first time. - Emile Zolaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;accuseâ&#x20AC;? was published in Paris. - In Austria-Hungary, Emperor Franz Joseph decreed that German would be the language of the imperial army to combat Czech nationalism. - Hugh Gernsback, of the Electro Importing Company, advertised radio receivers for sale for the price of just $7.50 in â&#x20AC;&#x153;Scientific Americanâ&#x20AC;? magazine. - Ernst F. W. Alexanderson gave the first public demonstration of television.

- Wayne Gretzky extended his NHL consecutive scoring streak to 45 games. - The NCAA adopted the controversial â&#x20AC;&#x153;Proposal 48,â&#x20AC;? which set standards for Division 1 freshman eligibility. - â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Wall Street Journalâ&#x20AC;? printed a real picture on its front page. The journal had not done this in nearly 10 years. The story was about artist, O. Winston Link and featured one of his works.

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- Michael Jordan (Chicago Bulls) announced his retirement from the NBA. - The exhibit â&#x20AC;&#x153;In the Spirit of Martin: The Living Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.â&#x20AC;? opened at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History. More than 100 artists supplied the collection of 120 works of art. - Japan and Singapore signed a free trade pact that would remove tariffs on almost all goods traded between the two countries.

- L. Douglas Wilder of Virginia, the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first elected black governor, took the oath of office in Richmond.

- U.S. President George W. Bush fainted after choking on a pretzel.

- Japan apologized for forcing tens of thousands of Korean women to serve as sex slaves for Japanese soldiers during World War II.

- Ethiopian military forces began pulling out of Somalia, where they had tried to maintain order for nearly two years.

- Debbie Reynolds received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

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Joseph Dean Mercurio Joseph Dean Mercurio, 64, of Medora passed away on January 6, 2021 at Alton Memorial Hospital, with his family at his side. A private funeral service is scheduled for January 14, 2021, with an open burial following at 11:45am for family and friends, at Maple Lawn Cemetery in Medora. VFW Post 1308 Honor Guard will conduct Military Rites. Memorials may be made to the Mercurio Family or Bethel Baptist Church. Condolences may be left online at www.andersonfamilyfuneral.com.

Larry Goodwin Lawrence Aubrey Goodwin, 65, died at 10:28 p.m., Monday, January 4, 2021 at St. Louis University Hospital after battling liver failure. He was born in Alton, Illinois on June 4, 1955, and was the son of Glynn and Elizabeth (Keller) Goodwin. He was a member of the Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Jerseyville, and began his working career at Barry Wehmiller in St. Louis, Mo. He later obtained a position with the Jersey Community School District #100, where he retired in 2016 after serving 24 years in the custodial department. He married the love of his life, Trudy Ann Snyders, on June 14, 1975 at the St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Jerseyville, and they were blessed with nearly 31 years of marriage before her death on May 25, 2006. Surviving are three daughters and sons in-law, Tonya and Steven Monroe of Ragley, La., Stacy and Jason Carey of Jerseyville and Melissa and Christopher Jones of Jerseyville; five grandchildren, Carly Monroe, Kelsy Carey, Tanner Carey, Faith Jones and Tucker Jones; a sister, Marguerite â&#x20AC;&#x153;Margieâ&#x20AC;? Auston of Jerseyville; two brothers and sisters in-law, Charles and Deborah Goodwin of

Benton and Glynn and Cynthia Goodwin of Holiday Shores; and a sister in-law, Janet Niebrand of Shipman. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by his father in-law and mother in-law, Everett and Frances Snyders. Visitation was from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday at the Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville. All CDC mandates were followed, and masks were required. A Mass of Christian Burial took place at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Jerseyville, with Father Hyland Smith officiating. He was laid to rest in the Valhalla Memorial Park in Godfrey. Memorials may be given to Givinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; It All for Guts Foundation, in care of the funeral home.

Priscilla (Davis) Rains Priscilla (Davis) Rains, 68, passed away on January 5, 2021. She was born on March 25, 1952 to Claude & Marguerite (Hoffman) Davis in Alton. She married James David Rains II on August 16, 1980 in Jerseyville. Priscilla was a Special Education teacher for 30 years in Alton. She loved her family, knitting, listening to music, traveling, Hallmark Christmas movies, and tie dye. She is survived by her children: James (Sarah) Rains III of Lamberton Minnesota; daughter: Rachael Honnen (companion: Terry Wiegand) of Wood River; father of her grandchildren: Phillip Honnen; grandchildren: Celeste, Cora, Joseph Owen Hills, Meadow Contratto, and Taylor Honnen; her siblings: Susan Davis of Frederick, MD., Claude (Margaret) Davis of Mesquite, TX., John (Julia Paradiso) Davis of Burlington, VT. She was pre-

ceded in death by her parents and husband. A visitation was held on Monday, January 11, 2021 from 5:00 pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7:00 pm at Alexander Funeral Home. A private family funeral will be held at a later time and burial will take place at Oak Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Special Olympics. Arrangements by Alexander Funeral Home.

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The following police reports were filed between January 1 and January 7. These reports are public information and are obtained from the Jersey County Circuit Clerkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office. All individuals have been arrested and charged, or cited in the case of traffic violations. All are presumed innocent until proven guilty. The following individuals were charged with a felony: Higuera, Nathaniel E., dob 12-29-1984, possession amount controlled substance except (A) / (D), violate order/prior violation of order. Eddinger, Amelia J., dob 10-21-1976, 2 charges of possession amount controlled substance except (A) / (D). Shaw, Sunceree S., dob 11-11-1995, possession of meth less than 5 grams, possession drug paraphernalia. Bachman, Colton L., dob 09-20-1999, possession of and display an altered fictitious or revoked driver license/2nd, possession amount controlled substance except (A) / (D). Young, Jeffry C., dob 11-171965, possession of meth between 15-100 grams, possession of drug paraphernalia. Dobson, Brandi J., dob 07-26-1981, possession of meth less than 5 grams. The following individual was charged with conservation violations: Eaton, Eric D., dob 02-281975, use license issued to another, 3 charges of unlawful take/possess/deer, deer hunting permit violation.

Beverly Sue (Powell) Kasten Beverly Sue Kasten, 85, passed away on January 5, 2021 at Alton Memorial Hospital. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at Brighton Cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Paul United Methodist Church or to the Alton Little Theater (for many years of entertainment and laughs). Condolences may be left online at www.Andersonfamilyfuneral.com NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on -DQXDU\ D FHUWLÂżFDWH ZDV ÂżOHG LQ WKH 2IÂżFH RI WKH &RXQW\ &OHUN RI -HUVH\ &RXQW\ ,OOLQRLV VHWWLQJ IRUWK WKH QDPHV DQG SRVW RIÂżFH DGGUHVVHV RI DOO WKH SHUVRQV RZQLQJ FRQGXFWLQJ DQG WUDQVDFWLQJ WKH EXVLQHVV NQRZQ DV %,6+23 )$0,/< :22':25.,1* ORFDWHG DW 0LFKDHO 3O -HUVH\YLOOH ,/ 'DWHG WKLV WK GD\ RI -DQXDU\ /s/ Pam Warford &2817< &/(5.

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TAKE NOTICE THAT THE ABOVESAID MOBILE HOMES WERE SOLD ON OCTOBER 29, 2018, FOR DELINQUENT MOBILE HOME LOCAL SERVICES TAXES FOR THE YEAR 2018 AND PRIOR YEARS, AND THAT THE PERIOD OF REDEMPTION FROM SUCH SALE EXPIRES JUNE 25, 2021. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT A PETITION FOR ORDER DIRECTING ISSUANCE OF TAX CERTIFICATES OF TITLE HAS BEEN FILED IN THE ABOVESAID CAUSE AS TO THE ABOVE-NAMED MOBILE HOMES BY JERSEY COUNTY, AS TRUSTEE, AND THAT ON JULY 8, 2021 AT 8:30 AM, SAID PETITIONER WILL APPLY FOR AN ORDER THAT A TAX CERTIFICATE OF TITLE ISSUE AS TO EACH ABOVESAID MOBILE HOME NOT REDEEMED ON OR BEFORE JUNE 25, 2021. /S/ JERSEY COUNTY AS TRUSTEE, PETITIONER. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT THE COUNTY CLERK ADDRESS: 200 N LAFAYETTE, JERSEYVILLE, IL 62052 TELEPHONE: (618) 498-5571 1.06, 1.13, 1.20

FIELDON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS ANNUAL TREASURERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S REPORT AND STATEMENT OF RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS For Fiscal Year Beginning June 1, 2019 and Ending May 31, 2020 June 1, 2019 Cash Balance- Checking Account ... ............................................................. $11,814.09 &HUWLÂżFDWHV RI 'HSRVLW ...........................20,531.49 &DVK 5HFHLSWV 3URSHUW\ 7D[HV.......................................50,451.71 Interest........................................................154.27 Total Cash Available ............................$82,951.56 Cash Disbursements 3ULQWLQJ 3RVWDJH 2IÂżFH 6XSSOLHV ............$916.04 Dues ...........................................................499.50 Insurance .................................................5,932.00 3D\PHQW WR 9LOODJH RI )LHOGRQ ..................2,350.00 Utilities .....................................................1,033.95 ,QWHUQHW 7HOHSKRQH ............................... 1,112.02 Cell Phone ..................................................305.00 (TXLSPHQW 5HSDLUV ..................................4,463.67 (TXLSPHQW 3XUFKDVHV ................................500.00 Fuel & Oil ....................................................955.25 3URIHVVLRQDO 6HUYLFHV .................................756.85 )LUH &KLHI 6DODU\ .........................................740.00 %XLOGLQJ ([SHQVH ........................................914.92 Total Disbursements ............................$20,479.20

The following individuals were charged with a DUI: Bachman, Colton L., dob 09-20-1999, driving under the influence of alcohol. Goheen, Wyatt A., dob 06-06-1997, driving under the influence/intoxicating compound/drug. The following individuals were charged with an ordinance violation: Denton, Bethany D., dob 03-27-1979, possession drug paraphernalia. Springman, Kaitlyn N., dob 02-19-1994, possession cannabis. The following individuals were charged with traffic violations: Sutton, Jacob B., dob 08-201997, operate uninsured motor vehicle. Goodwin, Matthew J., dob 12-04-1993, driving 20-25 mph above limit. Wahls, Michael L., dob 10-28-1974, driving on suspended license. Dunivan, Jeremy P., dob 11-16-1980, speeding 26-34 mph over limit. Smith, Maranda C., dob 03-19-1991, operate uninsured motor vehicle, no valid registration/1st & 2nd. Goheen, Wyatt A., dob 06-06-1997, failure to reduce speed, improper traffic lane usage. Layman, Jessica D., dob 01-19-1976, operate uninsured motor vehicle. Cylde, Phillip A., dob 08-052004, driving 21-25 mph above limit. Hubbard, Jeremy M., dob 09-19-2001, no valid PUBLIC NOTICE TREE TRIMMING ACTIVITIES IN Elsah & Unincorporated Jersey County AND NEARBY AREAS TO THE PATRONS OF AMEREN ILLINOIS: Please be advised that Ameren Illinois will trim trees and other vegetation in and around the town(s) of Elsah & Unincorporated Jersey County Illinois. 2XU TXDOLÂżHG XWLOLW\ DUERULVWV ZLOO trim trees and vegetation that could interfere with electric lines that run from pole to pole and elsewhere. This work is necesVDU\ LQ RUGHU WR PLQLPL]H WKH OLNHOLKRRG RI RXWDJHV DQG VDIHW\ KD]DUGV 7KHUH LV QR FKDUJH WR \RX IRU WKLV VHUYLFH ,I \RX KDYH DQ\ TXHVWLRQV about this work, please call 1-800-755-5000 or visit our ZHEVLWH DW 0\6DIH7UHHV FRP <RX PD\ DGGUHVV \RXU FRQFHUQV LQ WKH PDQQHU VSHFLÂżHG RQ RXU ZHEVLWH <RX PD\ DOVR call the Consumer Services Division of the Illinois Commerce Commission at 1-800524-0795. Maps have been SURYLGHG WR WKH PD\RUV DQG WKH FRXQW\ ERDUG FKDLUSHUVRQV RI the affected areas. 6LQFHUHO\ Ameren Illinois )RUHVWU\ 'HSDUWPHQW 1.13

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS CAUSE 18TX-22: TO THE FOLLOWING NAMED PERSONS (AND IF DECEASED, TO THEIR UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES), AND TO THE ILLINOIS SECRETARY OF STATE VEHICLE SERVICES, ILLINOIS SECRETARY OF STATE, ILLINOIS ATTORNEY GENERAL AND JERSEY COUNTY CLERK, JERSEY COUNTY STATEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ATTORNEY, GREEN TREE FINANCIAL SERVICING CORPORATION CHARLES H CREMENS, JERSEY COUNTY TREASURER, AND TO OCCUPANTS AND UNKNOWN OWNERS AND PARTIES INTERESTED IN THE PARCELS HEREINAFTER NAMED: Parcel Number 00214 00214 00214 00214 00214 00539 00539

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registration/1st and 2nd. Moreshead, Tepka L., dob 08-04-1986, driving 21-25 mph above limit. Toppmeyer, Alan B., dob 06-22-1961, unlicensed. Autery, Brittany M., dob 02-23-1985, operate uninsured motor vehicle, driving on suspended license. Ottwell, Tony R., dob 02-111974, unlawful possession cannabis/driver. Darr, Aaron J., dob 01-261978, operate uninsured motor vehicle. Brown, Dylan James, dob 03-05-2004, speeding 26-34 mph over limit, operate uninsured motor vehicle. Alvarez, James W., dob 08-23-1989, operate uninsured motor vehicle. Buchanan, Michele A., dob 01-18-1948, driving 15-20 mph above limit. Eddinger, Amelia J., dob 10-21-1976, no valid registration/1st & 2nd. Shaw, Sunceree S., dob 11-11-1995, unlawful possession cannabis/driver. Layman, Jessica D., dob 01-19-1976, operate uninsured motor vehicle. Carnes, Kennedy M., dob 09-11-1998, driving 15-20 mph above limit. Lorsbach, Ian T., dob 07-112002, electronic community device, driving 21-25 mph above limit, improper traffic lane usage. Corby, Dominic M., dob 10-18-2003, operate uninsured motor vehicle. Ghere, Larry D., dob 04-041948, failure to reduce speed. Hauler, Jarrett M., dob

09-06-2001, speeding 35+ mph over limit. Lorsbach, Dylan E., dob 04-11-1995, speeding 26-34 mph over limit, driving 1-10 mph above limit. Apel, Melissa M., dob 01-21-2000, operate uninsured motor vehicle, driving on suspended license. Grummel, Stephen J. IV, dob 03-09-1996, speeding 35+ mph over limit. Lewis, Seana J., dob 10-302001, driving 21-25 mph above limit. Chaplin, Erica D., dob 09-06-1991, driving 15-20 mph above limit. Light, Paul J., dob 11-021956, driving 15-20 mph above limit. Ross, Jearold J., dob 07-201974, driving on revoked license. Hubbard, Jeremy M., dob 09-19-2001, operate uninsured motor vehicle. Has your charge been amended, reduced or dropped or have you been found not guilty? Email jcjnews@campbellpublications.net to be considered for a status update on your court proceeding. Please include name and case number.

Dispositions Misdemeanors: Crump, Hiley A., dob 10-11-1993, domestic battery/bodily harm. Drainer, Tyson D., dob 09-09-1994, domestic battery/bodily harm.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS CAUSE NO. 18TX-21 TO THE FOLLOWING NAMED PERSONS (AND IF DECEASED, TO THEIR UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES), AND TO THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, AND TO ALL INTERESTED DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES THEREOF, INCLUDING AMONG OTHERSILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICESCOLLECTIONS, ILLINOIS ATTORNEY GENERAL, ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, ILLINOIS DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES PUBLIC AID FIELD CONSULTANT, ILLINOIS DEPT OF EMPLOYMENT SECURITY, STATE OF ILLINOIS DEPT OF HEALTHCARE & FAMILY SERVICES (PUBLIC AID) GENERAL COUNSEL AND JERSEY COUNTY CLERK, JERSEY COUNTY TREASURER, JERSEY COUNTY STATES ATTORNEY AND CITY OF GRAFTON, CITY OF JERSEYVILLE, VILLAGE OF ELSAH, AND TO OCCUPANTS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND PARTIES INTERESTED IN THE PARCELS HEREINAFTER NAMED: Parcel Number 01-240-067-00 01-240-067-00 01-240-067-00 01-240-067-00 01-311-052-00 03-213-012-00 03-213-012-00 03-215-008-00 03-215-008-00 03-219-013-00 03-315-005-00 03-315-005-00 03-315-009-00 03-315-009-00 04-116-009-00 04-394-001-00 04-810-011-00 04-810-011-00 04-810-011-00 07-076-005-50 07-076-005-50 07-110-082-00 07-110-082-00 07-164-013-00 07-164-013-00 07-165-052-00 07-165-052-00 07-166-014-00 07-166-014-00 08-060-051-00 08-060-051-00 08-317-004-00 08-317-004-00

Owners/Parties Interested HORNBACK, JERRY MCCLAINE, DONNA Jo AKA DONNA PYLE MCCLAINE, DONALD L HORNBACK, GRACE E ELSAH HILLS SWIMMING CLUB SMITH, ADAM P SMITH, DAWN M SMITH, ADAM P SMITH, DAWN M STANFORD, GENEVA BAILEY, JOSHUA E CHANDLER, MARKELLA TERESA BAILEY, JOSHUA E CHANDLER, MARKELLA TERESA EHLERS, ROBERT BARNES, RANDY ONTIS, ROBERT E ONTIS, LINDA S JICTB INC. RA: ANGELA L TUCKER JONES, GAYLA JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. WATKINS, COREY I WATKINS, JULIE A WRIGHT, BRYAN LAKE PIASA BOARD OF TRUSTEES ZEIGLER, WILLIAM L ZEIGLER, NANCY K DAWSON, WILLIAM R E ST JOHNS BANK AND TRUST COMPANY MIRABAL, GABRIEL SPRING VALLEY ESTATES SUB EAGLE TECH INC EAGLE TECH., INC. RA: VAN LONG

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TAKE NOTICE THAT THE ABOVESAID PARCELS WERE SOLD ON OCTOBER 29, 2018, FOR GENERALTAXES FOR THE YEAR 2017 AND PRIOR YEARS, AND THAT THE PERIOD OF REDEMPTION FROM SUCH SALE EXPIRES JUNE 25, 2021. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT A PETITION FOR ORDER DIRECTING ISSUANCE OF TAX DEEDS HAS BEEN FILED IN THE ABOVESAID CAUSE AS TO THE ABOVE-NAMED PARCELS BY JERSEY COUNTY, AS TRUSTEE, AND THAT ON JULY 8, 2021 AT 8:30 AM, SAID PETITIONER WILL APPLY FOR AN ORDER THAT A TAX DEED ISSUE AS TO EACH ABOVESAID PARCEL NOT REDEEMED ON OR BEFORE JUNE 25, 2021. /S/ JERSEY COUNTY AS TRUSTEE, PETITIONER. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT THE COUNTY CLERK ADDRESS: 200 N LAFAYETTE, JERSEYVILLE, IL 62052 TELEPHONE: (618) 498-5571 1.06, 1.13, 1.20

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Health department reports 4 new COVID deaths in Jersey By JARAD JARMON Jersey County Journal Vaccines may be in the community, but it will be sometime before they reach the general populace. In that time, people are still dying because of COVID-19 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; even locally. The Jersey County Health Department (JCHD) officials reported four new COVID deaths Tuesday along with 12 new positives. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is with great sadness that we Submitted Photo

GRANT THUER SIGNS TO CULVER STOCKTON

JCHS senior Grant Thuer signed on to play football for the wildcats at Culver Stockton College next fall. Thuer signed on to play on Dec. 14.

announce 4 more lives lost,â&#x20AC;? a Jersey health department post on social media read. â&#x20AC;&#x153;JCHD extends [its] deepest sympathy to the family and friends of these individuals.â&#x20AC;? These four were added to a death toll that has now reached 36. There are currently 68 active cases in the county â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a far cry from what they have seen in previous months, which had peaked at 3-digit active totals. According to their most recent report, 2,018 have recovered.

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Locals graduate from SIU-E Southern Illinois University Edwardsville completed virtual 2020 Fall Commencement exercises for more than 1,103 graduates on Friday, Dec. 18. Local students who graduated are: Q Andrew Senger, Grafton, Mechanical Engineering, BS Q Mallory Deist, Kane, Psychology, BS Q Kathleen Brannan, Jerseyville, Nurse Educator, MS Q Nicholas Cornell, Jerseyville, Business

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Administration, MBA Q Alec Merle, Jerseyville, Computer Science, BA Q Bonnie Jean Parsell, Jerseyville, Biological Sciences, BS Q Karen Schroeder, Jerseyville, Psychology, MS SIU-E Chancellor Randy Pembrook bestowed degrees upon students from the Graduate School, College of Arts and Sciences and Schools of Business, Engineering, Nursing and Education, Health and Human Behavior.

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JCHS senior Clark Norris has signed on to play golf as a Trojan at Hannibal-Lagrange University next fall. He signed for the school on Dec. 14.

CORRECTION In the Jan. 6, 2021 edition of the Jersey County Journal, the cutlines for Grant Thuer and Clark Norris signings were reversed. The Journal regrets the error.

Cards of Thanks The family of Stan Eddington wishes to express our thanks and appreciation to members of our extended family and the many friends and neighbors who helped and gave support during our

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