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TCAD, Linn’s Shoes sees rear facade upgrades Effort start of push to spruce up downtown By JARAD JARMON Jersey County Journal It was a wake up call for some business owners on State Street. Angled parking would be saved, but only for the time being, and business owners with support from the Jersey County Business Association (JCBA) have already responded accordingly. A little over a year ago, Jerseyville city leaders decided to retain angled parking, much to the excitement of State Street business owners who were concerned about the loss of parking along the street. This will only be temporary band-aid, though. When complete, reconstruction of State Street, which includes tearing up the base and surface level of the road, is required, angled parking is not on the table. Public Works Director Bob Manns had said current IDOT regulations do not allow for angled parking. “When the JCBA had the conversation with the city and business owners about the potential changes to State Street that the State of Illinois is likely to enact at some point in time, one of the things that the business community flagged is that parking in the rear is helpful if you are prepared to have customers enter through the rear of your building, and many of us are not prepared for that – the JCBA included,” JCBA Director Beth Bear said. In the wake of this news, the gears started turning about how to prepare for this eventual reality. At the same time, the Alton main street group was launching a facade improvement grant. JCBA were inspired and tweaked their program to meet Jerseyville needs. “Our needs are a little bit different. While we do want to make an impact from the front, we also recognize that we need to help our businesses prepare for any changes that IDOT may require to our parking, so we have included rear facades in our program, in addition to the front facades,” Bear said. Now, work is being done and has been done to spruce up the rear facades of Tonsor Custom Awards & Decals (TCAD) and Linn’s Shoes with the financial support/ incentive of a JCBA grant, in an effort to make these entrances another avenue for customers to come in if there is not a spot in front of their business on State Street. With the assistance of a grant from the JCBA’s new Facade Improvement Program, they each received a $1,000 matching grant to update their rear entrance. “We want to help improve investment in our local building stock, which research shows is good for business. We are thrilled to award our first grant to Brad and Wendy Tonsor at TCAD, who have been responsible for renovating a number of buildings downtown already,” Steve Goetten, who chairs the JCBA Facade Improvement Program, said. Renovations have already been made to TCAD’s rear entrance. The Tonsors created retail lobby space in the back of the building to resemble what they had in the front main entrance. This work included redoing the walls, floors, ceilings and the doorway entrance. They also poured concrete to make it handicap accessible and included more exterior lighting. Brad Tonsor, who owns the building housing Linn’s Shoes, will start work on doing something similar for Linn’s Shoes some-

time this month. For Tonsor, the move was a necessity. He expressed that they needed to make improvements so that customers feel comfortable and welcome, given their first impression of the business. He used his own experiences to justify the need. “Take gas stations – I won’t pull into poorly lit, poorly cared for gas stations,” he said. “I don’t feel good about that choice. I instead choose the well lit, clean facility, and I expect that our customers will make similar choices. We want to create an atmosphere that was welcoming at our back door.” For Tonsor, it is simply about preparing for what may be an inevitability. “We applied to the grants due to the fact that with the continuing transformation that downtown Jerseyville is witnessing with parking and other circumstances that are going to be more prevalent in the future, we just kind of wanted to get a jump start,” Tonsor said. Kyle Allison of Linn’s Shoes was excited for the improvements. “Anytime we see the downtown get revitalized, that is a positive thing for Jerseyville,” Allison said. (See, UPGRADES, A2)

&LW\·V JUDQW SURJUDP HQFRXUDJHV H[WHULRU EHDXWLILFDWLRQ By CONNOR ASHLOCK Jersey County Journal At the Feb. 23 Jerseyville City Council meeting, a building grant program was approved that will provide an incentive for building improvements to eligible businesses in Jerseyville’s TIF District 1. The program coordinator, Shari Albrecht, said she hopes this program will benefit businesses after dealing with a year of COVID restrictions. “We wanted to be able to help our building owners upgrade their property, and we also want to do everything we can to support our small businesses,” Albrecht said. In that TIF district, most of the businesses are small businesses, and with all of the challenges this past year with COVID, we’ve been searching for ways to do that.” This program will allow businesses to apply for a grant that will reimburse them up to a certain amount for making exterior renovations to their buildings. Some of the eligible uses include tuckpointing, restoration of architectural details, storefront rehab and repair work and work on awnings, cornices, canopies and sunshades, among others. The most interesting facet of this program, though, is that renovations to back entrances are also encouraged, as one of the uses of the grant is for rear entrance exterior upgrades. “It’s not just a facade program,” Albrecht said. “It’s exterior improvements to the building, so basically, all four sides of the building, so long as it meets the eligibility listed on the information.” Along Jerseyville’s main strip, considerations have had to be made for the rear facade, as parking in the front will ultimately diminish because of new striping requirements by the state. (See, GRANT, A2)

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Steve Hutchens of Jerseyville and his daughter, Addy, 10, slow dance at Jerseyville’s Father Daughter Dance Friday at the Jerseyville American Legion. COVID did not rob these Jerseyville fathers and daughters of what is a meaningful night for the two. This year, to stay within state guidelines, the dance was spread out over multiple weekend days, starting a few weeks ago. Quickly the dance slots were filled up. More photos from this dance can be found on A6.

Jersey officials debate solution for 911 center By CONNOR ASHLOCK Jersey County Journal For almost a year now, the Jersey County Sheriff’s Office, the Jersey County Board and the Jersey County 911 Board have been trying to reach a decision on the future location of the 911 dispatch center. Currently, the 911 center is housed in the sheriff’s office, where two dispatch stations serve to take emergency calls and keep an eye on correctional officers as they monitor prisoners in the jail. But, over the last several years, the equipment needs for the dispatchers have increased, while space has remained limited. Sheriff Mike Ringhausen hopes that the dispatchers will remain in their present location at the county jail, but the 911 board doesn’t share the same view. “Initially, when 911 came into the sheriff’s office, their job was to also keep track of correctional officers and make sure they were safe,” Ringhausen said. Ringhausen is concerned that should an altercation break out in the jail, correctional staff could be overwhelmed. If that were to happen while officers were out patrol-

ling, and there were no observant dispatchers to call them in, correctional officers would be on their own in a potentially life-threatening situation. “If prisoners know [the dispatchers] are there, they’re less likely to get in a fight because the dispatchers are a deterrent,” Ringhausen said. “But, if you remove them out of the building, there’s not a deterrent. We can hold 44 prisoners, so you run about a 20-to-1 ratio on prisoners against correction officers, so they’re going to get overwhelmed.” According to Ringhausen, the 911 board has voted to recommend to the Building and Grounds Committee, a subcommittee of the Jersey County Board, to look into moving the 911 dispatchers into the basement of the Regional Office of Education (ROE), across the street from the jail. Jersey County board member Mark Wagner, who serves on the 911 board and on the Building and Grounds Committee, shared that different options have been looked into, and nothing is set in stone as of yet. (See, SOLUTION, A2)

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Congregants of the First Presbyterian Church in Jerseyville have started wrapping ribbons of fabric around the edifice’s front bannister, which faces the intersection between Routes 16 and 67. The ribbons of fabric represent prayers that have been offered on behalf of the concerns of those who tie them there. The purpose is to provide a visual demonstration of the prayers of congregants as well as community members, who are also invited to tie ribbons around the railing and offer up prayers. The First Presbyterian Church is utilizing this activity in its overall focus on the biblical concept of shalom in its anticipation of the upcoming Easter season. The Hebrew word "shalom" translates to peace in English, and denotes completeness, wholeness, reconciliation and restoration.

By JARAD JARMON Jersey County Journal Local health department efforts to inoculate the community now are getting the assistance of the Jerseyville Public Library. The Jersey County Health Department is currently working on getting COVID-19 vaccines to eligible people 65 and older along with those under 65 with pre-existing conditions. Many people in these categories do not have computers or smartphones, or do not have the skills to make a reservation for the vaccine, though, and the library has stepped in to help on this front. Those eligible residents having difficulty reserving a chance to get the vaccine can contact the Jerseyville Public Library at 618-498-9514 to be placed on the list for help in making a vaccine reservation, according to a news release from the library. When the library is notified by the health department that the vaccination reservation window is open, the library will call those on their list and will assist by making a reservation for that individual over the phone. The staff

9$&&,1( '$7$ $6 2) 0$5&+ Administered doses 1,471 Fully vaccinated 456 Vaccinated percentage 9.5 percent will then print that person’s reservation, and that individual may go to the library to pick up that reservation and the other forms they will need to bring with them to the vaccination appointment. So far, 7,407 doses, of either the Moderna or Pfizer vaccine, have been administered, according to the Jersey health department. This does not take into account those that are fully vaccinated, though. Both vaccines require two doses weeks apart. Notably, Johnson & Johnson’s single-shot vaccine is now on the market, even being distributed in hospitals in high population cities in the country, but has not reached the region yet. In total, 3,098 people in Jersey have been fully vaccinated, which represents 14.18 percent of the county’s population. Looking at demographics of those who have been vaccinated, women still make up the lion’s share of that pool of people. As

of March 2, 61.2 percent of those who have gotten the vaccine have been women, a large majority compared to men's 38.7 percent. Also, a majority of those that have received the vaccine are over the age of 65 – specifically 60.3 percent. In terms of population percentage, Jersey has shot ahead of other counties in the region. Approximately 9.54 percent of Calhoun has been fully vaccinated; Greene County, 9.48 and Macoupin County 10.64. Population plays a factor in a county’s percentage, though. In much larger population counties like Madison County, only 4.31 percent of the population has been fully vaccinated. However, in a county with a population the size of Madison's. that 4.31 percent represents roughly 10,000 individuals. Since the vaccines jumped onto the scene, COVID’s prominence has significantly diminished. As of Feb. 24, there were 25 reported cases in the county, five less than the previous week. The health department did announce another death. In total, 45 in the county have died in relation to COVID, while 2,413 have recovered.

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(Continued from A1) “We have a situation where 911 needs more space, and right now, they not only need more space, but their equipment needs upgraded,” Wagner said. Wagner expressed that officials mulling over this issue are looking toward the future of the local area, believing that improvements will need to be made to 911 operations on account of the highway expansion and impending railroad. “There’s currently two dispatch stations, but we’re looking at adding a third,” Wagner said. “If there’s an emergency where we’ll need to call in a third dispatcher, we have a space available for them. If we’re going to spend money to do upgrades, we want to do it right and get it right.” Other options that have been looked at include expanding the room where the dispatchers are now located as well as adding onto the west end of the jail to provide the dispatch area with a larger space. Wagner noted that he tossed around the idea of moving the 911 room into the present conference room of the jail, a decision that Ringhausen is not a proponent of. “I don’t see that working because it won’t suit my needs for the sheriff’s

office for our day-to-day operations,” Ringhausen said. The conference room is used to hold meetings and was used as a work area for state and federal authorities during the 2019 flood. Presently, though, it’s not looking as if the county will go for the option of building onto the west wing of the jail either. “Adding onto the back of the jail is three-quarters of a million dollars,” Wagner said. “And it won’t give them all the space that they need.” The 911 center, although housed at the sheriff’s office, is under the authority of the 911 board, a fact that Ringhausen admits. So, if the board wishes to remove the dispatchers from their present location, they are at liberty to do so without Ringhausen’s consent. With this, though, Ringhausen states that if the 911 dispatchers are removed from the jail, he would like to hire dispatchers who would work from the sheriff’s office. “As a sheriff’s office, we’re doing everything we can to accommodate them, but if it’s not going to work and they’re set on leaving, then I have to have other employees,” Ringhausen said. In response, Wagner said that this wouldn’t be a cost-effective solution.

“It’s more economic to pay for one dispatch center than for two dispatch centers,” Wagner said. The issue revolving around the location of the 911 center is one of several issues that all stem from a lack of space throughout the courthouse complex and government annex building. “It’s not just 911. It’s everybody,” Wagner said. “We’re exploring every option we possibly can.” The county board has been trying to find solutions for the growing lack of space that almost every office in county government is experiencing, which has included ideas like partitioning off walls in larger rooms in the annex building for more office space, as well as opening up the third floor, although no solutions have been brought to motion in board meetings yet. Additionally, the board is still dealing with replacing the HVAC system in the jail and courthouse, so costeffectiveness is paramount for county officials at the present time. The best of both worlds would be for the 911 center to remain in the jail, but in an area that provides for growing room. As of now, nothing has been voted on by the county board, but recommendations for how to proceed will be forthcoming in the next few months.

The Jerseyville Public Library is presenting a new digital product for their patrons called Kanopy. Beginning March 1, library card holders can sign up for this product where they will have instant access to over 30,000 films on their desktops, TVs and mobile devices. There is a Kanopy Kids option with parental controls and hours of kid friendly content. Each card holder will receive five credits per month, and when they log onto Kanopy Kids they will have unlimited viewing of the children’s content for 30 days. Library cards are free for city of Jerseyville residents and those who live in the county may purchase a non-resident card for an average of what city residents pay in taxes, currently $155. Also, Saturday, March 27, the StoryWalk at Wock Lake will be host to the Great Pedal Tractor Competition. Children, pre-K to fourth grade, may compete to win

their very own John Deere Pedal Tractor donated by Sydenstricker Nobbe Partners. This event is for all ages as the Easter Bunny will be on hand to give out free donuts, and everyone can read the StoryWalk book before or after the event. The event begins at 10 a.m., and the competition will begin at 10:30 a.m. Those who wish to participate must register by calling the library at (618) 498-9514 by March 25 at 5 p.m. To allow social distancing, children will receive a start time for the competition. People are asked to wear a mask. In other news, the Friends of the Library announced they will only be accepting children and teen books on Saturdays until further notice due to space issues. People can contact the library with any questions or for more information or check our website and Facebook page.

CLARIFICATION In the article, “Grafton mayor announces intentions for another TIF,” in the Feb. 10 issue of the Jersey County Journal, Grafton Mayor Rick Eberlin said, “I will admit that in the previous TIF, having looked at things, there were some things that were not done the right way. I assure you that there will be a tremendous abundance of oversight.” He was referring to the decisions the previous city council made regarding TIF that he had come across when he took the position as mayor.

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(Continued from A1) Still, he is unfazed by the changing parking landscape of State Street. “Parking is always the biggest challenge with the downtown area,” he said. “I see other downtown areas that have gone to that. You have places like Edwardsville where they are only parallel parking in their downtown, and they still get a lot of foot traffic. “I think the city has done a great job on making sure that there is going to be public parking close by. It is just a matter of re-educating people’s behaviors and realizing that the parking lot around the corner is not that far away.” There will need to be a paradigm shift in how business owners and customers think of parking on State Street, though. “For most of the business and the buildings for their entire lifespan, rear entrances have been used to receive deliveries or to have employees enter into,” Bear said. “They are not customer frontage at all. That is how our buildings were designed and that is how they remained. So, we are now trying to change that.” It is archetectional challenge, namely in the alleyways that are strewn with wires and garbage bins. But from the perspective of business leaders in the community, it needs to be evaluated by business owners and the city alike. “If we lose our downtown parking, it is going to force, hopefully, the hand of the city to make the alleys and the back entrances of these businesses more accommodating,” Tonsor said. “Not only do the buildings require updates. The infrastructure with the lines, wires and the dumpsters and everything else that presents an eyesore in the alleyway are going to have to be spoken for also.” Thankfully, beyond efforts of community members to tweak the business landscape of State Street, a

more natural change might alleviate concerns regarding parking. “I think there is something more organic that is happening that will help us on our way, and that is that younger generations actually prefer to walk place to place, and they are less reliant on a parking spot right in front of a business,” Bear said. “People talk about

Edwardsville and how nice it is to go walk and shop and dine. They find that to be enjoyable. The idea that we could replicate that in Jerseyville is very accessible.” Further information about the continuing JCBA effort, as well as an application for JCBA members, can be found at www.jcba-il.us/fig.

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This grant cannot be used for roofing, landscaping, fencing, digital signage, general building maintenance, interior rehab, in-kind services or labor provided by employees. Although there are several criteria that must be abided by and several documents that must be provided in the application process, those businesses that are able to take advantage of the grant will be poised to make their establishment more aesthetically pleasing and attractive as COVID restrictions start to wane in the coming months. Already, business owners in the community have expressed interest in this program, according to Albrecht, with three having begun the application process. “We have one that’s doing facade work, one that’s planning a back entrance renovation and one that’s doing a total exterior building upgrade,” Albrecht said. The program provides for a small project and large project option for applicants to choose from. Small projects are those that will cost no more than $20,000 and are eligible for 25 percent reimbursement. Large projects are those that will cost over $20,000 and are eligible for 50 percent reimbursement up to $35,000. Applications for the small project option will be approved by Albrecht, while large project applications will be approved by the city council on the recommendation of the Jerseyville

TIF Advisory Committee. Applicants must submit a completed grant application to Albrecht at sharialbrecht@ jedc-il.us. At the present time, applicants must contact Albrecht directly for the application, but soon it will be available on the city website. From the perspective of community leaders, this grant comes at a time when more off-street parking is desired in areas located behind the community’s main drag. As parking is more congregated near the back end of buildings, rear facades will soon become focal points to visitors and residents. “The city has been working really hard to increase parking availability off street, so these back entrances are going to continue to become more important,” Albrecht said. “Our thought was rather than try to regulate what back entrances look like, we wanted to help business owners bring into being what they imagine.” For business owners who are interested in more information, they are encouraged to contact Albrecht. Also, to determine what businesses are encompassed by TIF District 1, a map is provided on the City of Jerseyville website. Click on the economic development tab and scroll down until you see the green boxes that list the individual TIF districts. Click on the appropriate district and a map will appear that highlights the district’s coverage in the community.

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or Jersey County’s early farmers, wellbuilt, solid fences were as vital a tool as the plow and scythe. Survival was a struggle, and for many, simply feeding the family was an accomplishment. Farmers couldn’t afford to lose wheat to hungry deer, corn to marauding raccoons or livestock to hungry wolves. That’s where split rail fences came in. The real beauty of the split rail fence was its simple design. A man could easily build one with few tools, and when built correctly, the result was surprisingly sturdy. The fence was built by splitting logs lengthwise to create rails. A standard rail was one rod, 16.5 feet long. To construct the fence, two rails were laid on the ground in a V shape, with one rail sitting atop the other where the two rails met. The ends of the bottom rails were placed on flat stones to keep them off the ground and help prevent rotting. Additional rails, typically five or six per each leg of the fence, were placed atop the bottom rails, alternating from one side to another. After that section was finished, another set of rails was added to one leg of the fence and so forth until it was complete. The resulting zigzag pattern earned the fence the nicknames worm fence and snake fence. The weight of the logs provided the fence’s stability, and if built from virgin timber, a split rail fence could last 30 to 40 years. No wonder they were so highly prized by early settlers! The split rail fence was amazingly versatile. It could be built on just about any terrain and easily moved and reassembled. By the latter half of the 1800s, much of Jersey County’s virgin timber had been harvested. Using new

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far would you walk Q: How to go to a store? A: I would walk a block or two. B: The entrance needs to be right in front. C: I would walk several blocks for a store. D: It depends on the weather. growth wood for a split rail fence greatly impacted its durability. Instead of lasting 30 or 40 years, these fences had to be replaced every five to 10 years. That coupled with the rising cost of rails prompted many farmers into using other fencing options. Some planted various types of trees to form living fences. Through trial and error, they found what worked and what didn’t. Willows, for example, were a poor choice because livestock found them quite tasty. Hedge, also known as Osage Orange and hedge apple, worked wonderfully. When planted closely together, the thorny, tough trees created a hedgerow that was “horse high, bull strong and pig tight.” Other farmers started using board fences, which many considered more attractive than split rail fences and required significantly less lumber to build. Adding to their popularity was the fact that sawed lumber was readily available, thanks to the many sawmills that operated in the area. In the late 1800s and early 1900s, fencing was a source of pride for many farmers. In the 1870s, a survey of fencing in Jersey County revealed the amazing amount of fencing used on some farms, including one owned by Mary Ann Cummings. Mary Ann’s farm was located a few miles south

Guest Column BY BETH MCGLASSON of Jerseyville on what today is Davidson Road in Mississippi Township. The illustration with this article shows her farm in 1872. At the time of the survey, Mary Ann’s 700-acre farm included 10 miles of rail fence and two miles of board fencing. Another farm that boasted an impressive amount of fencing was owned by Henry Ryan. Located southwest of Kemper, the 582-acre farm included eight miles of rail fence and over two miles of hedge fence. As late as the 1940s, split rail fences still existed in Jersey County. Over time, however, they were replaced with board fences, which, in turn, were widely replaced by barbed wire, woven wire and electric fences. Hedge fences, however, are still quite common. The hedge rows that once graced the area have all but disappeared, but hedge posts, which can last 50 to 100 years, still anchor many miles of Jersey County fences. ––––––––––––––––––– Q Beth McGlasson is a history buff and vice president of the Jersey County Historical Society. This column originally appeared on the Jersey County Historical Society Facebook page.

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o one likes to have someone else “cut in line” ahead of them. We learned that in the grade school cafeteria lunch line. It reeks of undeserved privilege and crony-ism. But, it doesn’t happen just in grade school. There are plenty of adults who routinely “cut in line,” too. Here is a recent example: As most people know, there is a plan in place to prioritize who should be receiving the COVID-19 vaccinations first, second and so on. The plan is to give the vaccine first to health care workers and other front line workers, followed by the elderly, meaning those who are at least 65 years of age because they are most vulnerable to the disease. Healthy persons under the age of 65 will need to stand in line for a while because the risk for them is not nearly as great. But there are always people who have never learned to wait their turn, aren’t there? Orange County, Fla. has lots of senior citizens — perhaps more than most other parts of the country. Getting everyone over 65 vaccinated in Orange County means there is and will be a significant line of people legitimately waiting their turn to be vaccinated. But two “young” ladies, in their 30s and 40s respectively, decided to “cut in line” in Orange County and get their shots long before they were supposed to. To do this, they forged their ID cards to show they were over 65. In addition, they bought some “granny” glasses, bonnets and long dresses presumably at a local Goodwill store. Their disguise fooled everyone when they got their first shots, but as they were standing in line, about to receive their second shots,

someone thought er things “just did Ridge Runn S not seem right” CHRONICLE about those two Guest Column “grannies.” BY BILL HOAGLAND You have to wonder exactly what it was that tipped off the authorities. Was it all the tattoos? Or the facial jewelry? Or the “F-bombs” coming out of their mouths as they grew impatient waiting in line? I realize fake ID cards could fool anyone checking IDs, but if there were still some doubt about the age of these two imposters, you could always fire a few trivia questions at them: Who was “Howdy Doody?” Who were some famous people who appeared on the Ed Sullivan Show? And by the way, who was Ed Sullivan? If these two ladies were trivia nuts and could somehow answer those questions, then you could go to Plan B, which consists of looking in their mouths. If they still have all of their original teeth, they probably aren’t senior citizens. Both women were charged with misdemeanor trespassing, which as things go, will probably get dismissed with a minimum fine. But maybe, they finally learned a lesson they should have learned in first grade — don’t cut in line. ––––––––––––––––––– Q Bill Hoagland has practiced law in Alton for more than 50 years, but he has spent more than 70 years hunting, fishing and generally being in the great outdoors. His wife, Annie, shares his love of the outdoor life. Much of their spare time is spent on their farm in Calhoun County. Bill can be reached at billhoagland70@gmail.com.

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Glenda Lou McKinney

Glenda Lou McKinney, 65, passed away on February 22, 2021. She was born on April 12, 1955 to Raymond & Eva Louise (Fenstermaker) Wilcox in Geneva, New York. She was a retired computer technician for the federal government, a receptionist, a cafeteria/playground monitor, a CNA, and a medical assistant. Glenda was a member of North Alton Baptist Church. Glenda is survived by her daughter: Katina (Jeffery) Bruner of Carrollton; her grandchildren: Raymond & Shayleigh Bruner of Carrollton; and her brother: Gordon (Madeleen) “Madie” Wilcox; her nieces and nephews: Cory Wilcox, Joey (Sally) Wilcox and Charlotte Wilcox; her great nieces and nephews: Dayne Wilcox, Mariah Wilcox, and MaKayla Wilcox; and her school children and their children that considered her to be a second mom. She is preceded in death by her

parents. Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 6, 2021 from 10:00 am - 12:00 (noon) at Alexander Funeral Home. Funeral will be held on Saturday, March 6, 2021 at 12:00 (noon) at Alexander Funeral Home. Pastor Sonny Renken will be officiating and burial will take place at Oak Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family in care of the funeral home. Alexander Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Joseph R. Susnig

Joseph R. Susnig, 84, died at 8:20 a.m., Monday, March 1, 2021 at his residence. He was born in Pana, Illinois on August 31, 1936 one of two children born to Joseph Valentine and Theresa Mary (Rever) Susnig. He graduated in 1954 from Pana Community High School, and quickly moved to Jerseyville, where he managed Don’s Department Store in downtown Jerseyville, as well as served as the buyer and supervisor of the A. Mathes and E. Furher Company of St. Louis, Missouri. He remained with Don’s Department Store until it’s closing in 1983. Having a strong desire to continue in the retail field, Joe and his wife Beverly, soon opened Joseph’s Apparel in Jerseyville, serving the community until its closing in 1999. Shortly after moving to Jerseyville, Joe married the former Beverly Wilson of Taylorville. The two married on January 4, 1958 in the rectory of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Taylorville, and the two have built a life centered around family and their beloved community. Joe was very community and civic minded, and was a member of numerous organizations. From 1955 to 1973, he was involved in the Jerseyville Jaycees, holding numerous positions, including First Vice President and President, and was voted in 1961 as Outstanding Young Man. He later served as State Vice President for the Illinois Association of Jaycees. He was also a member of the 4th Degree Knights of Columbus, Elks Lodge #954 and Loyal Order of the Moose, Jerseyville Chamber of Commerce, serving throughout the years as chairman of Sidewalk Days, Christmas Decorations, etc. He was a longtime and loyal member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church, Westlake Country Club, and served on the Jersey Community Hospital Board for seven years. His devotion and dedication to the City of Jerseyville was unwavering. He had an intense passion to serve the citizens of Jerseyville, whom he considered friends. He was first elected in 1967 as City Commissioner of Public Property, and served in the position until 1975, when he was elected Mayor of Jerseyville. He served as Mayor from 1975 to 1983. In 1991, he once again was elected to the position of Commissioner of Public Health & Safety, serving in that capacity until 1995, when he was elected as Commissioner of Accounts and Finance, remaining in that position until 2013. He tirelessly sought to seek the best way of life for the citizens of his community, and was proud that he was allowed to serve his beloved city for so many years. One of his proudest moments came in 1981, when the Joseph R. Susnig Community Center was dedicated in his honor. Joe’s involvement in the many organizations and activities surrounding the Jerseyville community could not have been done with the unwavering support

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Chelsea Coop Newton Chelsea Renee Newton, 29, died unexpectedly at 3:13 a.m., Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at her residence. She was born in Quincy, Illinois on July 27, 1991 and attended Jersey Community High School. Surviving are her parents, Michael and Karen (Settles) Coop of Jerseyville; her two children, Shane Pillman and Layleigh Newton; grandparents, Nancy Settles of Dow, Gordon Coop of Jerseyville and Frances Coop of Orem, Utah; along with many loving aunts, uncles and cousins, who were more like siblings to Chelsea. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Kenneth Settles and a step grandmother, Dorothy “Dottie” Coop; an uncle, Barry Settles; and an aunt, Margaret “Maggie” Keene. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. until time of services at 7 p.m., Thursday, March

4, 2021 at Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville. Rev. Brent Meyer will officiate. Private graveside services will be conducted at Oak Grove Cemetery in Jerseyville. All CDC mandates will be adhered and masks will be required. Memorial donations may be given to the Jerseyville D.A.R.E. program or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Memories may be shared at www.crawfordfunerals. com.

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of his wife and family. Surviving are his wife, Beverly Susnig of Jerseyville; his three children and their spouses, Rebecca and David Igo of Plano, Texas, Deanna and David Bridgewater of Jerseyville, and Joseph and Cathy Susnig of Jerseyville; six grandchildren and their spouses, Brooks and Ashley Igo of Dallas, Texas, Austin Igo of Plano, Texas, Lauren and Jake Kelso of Arlington, Texas, Ashley Bridgewater of Jerseyville, Ann and Kyle Ramsey of St. Louis, Mo., and Madison Susnig of Jerseyville; four great grandchildren, Beckett Kelso, Roman Kelso, Mackenzie Bridgewater and June Igo; a brother in-law and his wife, William and Geri Gunther of Jerseyville; and a sister in-law, Madeline Eson of Taylorville. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his only sister, Mary Catherine (Susnig) Gunther on December 16, 2000. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until 12 noon, on Thursday, March 4, 2021 at Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 1:00 p.m. Thursday at the Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Jerseyville, with Father Hyland Smith officiating. He will be laid to rest in Oak Grove Cemetery in Jerseyville. Memorials may be given to the Jerseyville Parks and Recreation Department for the maintenance of the Joseph R. Susnig Complex or to Masses. Memories may be shared by visiting www.crawfordfunerals.com Joe loved the City of Jerseyville with all his heart and soul. He was extremely proud of our town and its citizens, and was eternally grateful that he made Jerseyville his home for himself and his family. He cherished the many deep friendships he has made throughout the years, and his family hopes the citizens of Jerseyville appreciate all his efforts to help make Jerseyville a wonderful place to call home.

Michael Butler, 71, of Vandalia, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2021. He was born in Jerseyville, IL. He was the son of the late David Butler and the late Mildred Butler. He was married to Dian (Karrick) Butler, who survives. They were married on June 11, 1972, in Jerseyville, IL. Mike was a wonderful husband to Dian, loving father to Nathan and Anthony; and a proud Pops to Addison and Gracin. But his passion was basketball: the Fighting Illini, his Lady Vandals; and, most recently, he didn’t miss a Columbia Eagles game to watch his granddaughters play. He retired as the Vandalia High School Girls Basketball Coach in 2009 after leading the Lady Vandals to their winningest season in school history and being inducted to the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame. He began his teaching career at St. Francis Holy Ghost Catholic School in Jerseyville, then Calhoun High School in Hardin before coming to Vandalia where he taught Junior High and then High School. After nearly 40 years of teaching history in the classroom, it was time for Mike & Dian to visit many of those historical places. Mike and Dian’s home base may have been Vandalia, but in retirement, they traveled from coast to coast, plus numerous trips to Hawaii. Mike firmly believed it was 5 o’clock somewhere; and sometimes, to Dian’s dismay, they coincidentally would arrive in the same city on the same day as Jimmy Buffet’s concert. Above all, Mike was a family man. He made sure he and Dian never missed one family celebration or granddaughters’ game or performance. Also surviving are his sons Nathan (Kristin) Butler of Columbia, IL and Anthony (Anna Todd) Butler of Chicago; granddaughters, Addison and Gracin Butler; sister Jennifer Burgess of Virginia; nieces and nephew and countless relatives and friends. In addition to his parents, he was proceeded in death by his sister Peggy Smith and brother-in-law Kenneth Smith. Visitation will be Thursday, March 11th at First Presbyterian Church of Vandalia, IL from 9-11am. Memorial Service will follow at 11am with Rev. Kurt Simon officiating.

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The family requests you to wear a Hawaiian shirt or Illini orange in Mike’s memory. The family also requests you wear a mask and social distance during the visitation and service. All COVID-19 protocols will be followed. Interment will be on Friday, March 12th at 11am at Newbern Cemetery in Dow, IL. In lieu of customary remembrances, the family requests with gratitude that memorial contributions be directed to First Presbyterian Church of Vandalia, IL where Mike was an Elder member. Holt & File Funeral Home and Alexander Funeral Home in Charge of Arrangements

John Michael ‘Mike’ Floreth John Michael “Mike” Floreth, 78, of Stevens Point, Wisconsin, and formerly of Litchfield, Illinois died peacefully in the presence of his daughter on February 19, 2021. He was born August 8, 1942, in Chicago, to Nelson and Victoria Jane (Swartz) Floreth. Surviving him are: daughter, Dr. Valerie (Shaun Sutton) Hay of Plover, Wisconsin; sons, Michael (Sara) Floreth of Lakewood, Ohio; Dr. Timothy Floreth of Tampa, Florida; grandchildren, Cameron “C.J.” Hay, Charles, Michael, Peter, and Clare Floreth; and brother, Fred (Lauren Pashayan) Floreth. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Janelle Cranford; and loving wife, Carol. Mike was a lifelong professional educator, dedicated coach, sports fan, and friend. His enthusiasm and encouragement touched his students and athletes. He was a 1960 graduate of Litchfield High School. He went on to serve in the Navy and earned a degree from Western Illinois University. He began his teaching career at Southwestern Junior High School, and he began his coaching career at PiasaSouthwestern. It was there that he progressed to his first varsity basketball coach position. Subsequently, he taught U.S. History and Chemistry at Litchfield High School where he was the head varsity basketball coach, scholastic bowl coach, and later, long-time assistant basketball coach. Mike concluded his academic career by teaching

at St. Francis Holy Ghost in Jerseyville and being principal at St. Maurice in Morrisonville. Memorials may be made to Illinois Education Association Foundation, or to plant trees in memory, please visit www.sympathy.legacy. com . Digital memorial on March 6, at 4PM CDT. Email Michael.Floreth@gmail. com for link. Private inurnment at Camp Butler TBD. The family of Leo Godar wishes to express our deep appreciation for all the cards, prayers, gifts, PHPRULDOV àRZHUV DQG 0DVVHV during our loss and time of sorrow. Your many acts of kindness and expression of sympathy continue to be a great comfort to us. We also send our gratitude and appreciation to WKH VWDII DW -HUVH\YLOOH 0DQRU Garden Court, Crawford’s Funeral Home, Fr. Hyland 6PLWK )U 0DUW\ 6PLWK %UDVV Door restaurant and family and friends. Your kindness will always be remembered. The Leo Godar Family 'RURWK\ .DWKOHHQ 0DULO\Q Richard and Karen

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Wednesday, March 3, 2021

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Bridge closure on I-255 slated Ameren continues Phase 2 of grid upgrade in Jersey county The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) announced lane closures on I-255 between New Poag Road and Madison Avenue beginning on Monday, March 8, weather permitting. Both directions will be reduced to a single lane in each direction. This work is necessary to make bridge deck repairs and is expected to be completed by September 2021.

Drivers may experience delays when traveling through the work zone. Drivers are urged to reduce speed, be alert for changing conditions, obey all construction signage, and refrain from using mobile devices while approaching and traveling through the work zone. The contractor on this project is Stutz Excavating Co. of Alton.

Dicamba rules in effect for 2021 growing season

The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) released emergency administrative rules detailing additional restrictions for dicamba application on soybeans for the 2021 growing season. In October 2020, USEPA announced that it had renewed the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) registrations for three dicamba pesticides for growing seasons 2021-2025. Contrary to prior practice, USEPA declared that the only way for states to add safety restrictions to these products is through Section 24(a) of FIFRA, which allows a state to add restrictions through its rulemaking process. IDOA filed emergency rules effective Feb. 5. Impacted registrations include: XtendiMax with VaporGrip Technology, Engenia Herbicide and Tavium Plus VaporGrip Technology. In addition to the requirements of the federally-approved labels, all use of pesticides containing dicamba on soybeans in Illinois must comply with the following requirements: Q A pesticide containing dicamba shall not be applied on soybeans if the air temperature at the field at the time of application is over 85 degrees or if the National Weather Service’s forecasted high temperature for the nearest available location for the day of application exceeds 85 degrees. Local National Weather Service forecasts are available at https://www. weather.gov. Q Application on soybeans of a pesticide containing dicamba shall not be made after June 20 of each year.

Q Before applying a pesticide containing dicamba on soybeans, the applicator shall consult the FieldWatch sensitive crop registry (https://www.fieldwatch.com) and comply with all associated recordkeeping and label requirements. Q Application on soybeans of a pesticide containing dicamba shall not be made if the wind is blowing toward: any Illinois Nature Preserves Commission site that is adjacent to the field of application; or an adjacent residential area. “After the announcement of the USEPA decision and as the lead agency of pesticide regulation in the State of Illinois, the Department quickly looked at options to allow farmers to make their input decisions for the 2021 growing season in a timely manner,” Acting Director Jerry Costello II said. “Illinois is the number one soybean producing state in the nation, and it’s critical to balance the use of this important tool (dicamba) while also protecting surrounding farmers, landowners, specialty crops, trees, forests and natural areas.” In 2019, IDOA received 723 dicamba-related complaints. Subsequently, IDOA initiated a June 20 application cut-off date and 85-degree temperature restriction, which led to an 80 percent, 147, decrease in dicamba-related complaints in 2020. Prior to applying dicamba, applicators must complete dicamba-specific training on an annual basis. Training and certification programs are offered on-line at no charge by all three registrants

How does winter help the garden?

I love winter. I love snow. However, I must add two caveats to my initial statements – I love winter and snow as long as I am warm and I can stay at home. It’s when my feet get cold or my car is fishtailing trying to turn a corner that winter weather goes from fun to miserable. Recently, when you turn on the news, radio or talk with your neighbor, people are getting rather irritated with winter. With all this complaining about our cold snowy weather, is there any benefit to winter when it comes to our yards and gardens? One major item to look at is the evolution of plants. Many of our native cold-weather plants evolved to be adapted to the cold temperatures. For instance, many of our native wildflowers produce seeds that must go through a period of freezing temperatures to germinate in the spring. The freezing temperatures also give our soils a period of rest. This can help to conserve organic matter and improve soil health. Herbaceous plants that die back to the ground and return their carbon to the soil in the form of dead plant matter, perpetuates a carbon cycle and is why Illinois has some of the best soil in the world. Snow is incredibly useful as an insulator. While it might have been negative 5 degrees outside, snow’s insulating effects prevent excessively frigid temperatures from reaching deep into the soil which may damage tree and shrub roots. The snow tucks away our prized spring bulbs, garlic, or strawberries under a protective layer. Illinois is notorious for going from 60 degrees to 20 degrees in a day. These massive fluctuations in temperature cause the freeze-thaw effect on our soils making them expand and contract which can be damaging to plants. The snow buffers those swings in temperature. Snow also helps conserve soil moisture in the winter. This past fall of 2020 in Central Illinois was exceptionally dry. Snow will melt eventually and provide soil moisture, but an even bigger advantage is covering the ground and holding the existing moisture in place. By the time spring comes around our soils should be ready for planting. Many of our crops grow very well in Illinois. Corn is a massive economy in Illinois due partly to our winters. Wheat is another example of a crop that does well in a seasonal climate. Garden plants like tomatoes benefit

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from winter. Even though the tomato can’t survive the cold, so too is the same with many pests that plague this crop. This is the case with many garden and landscape plants. Cold helps to suppress the bad disease and insects. Plus, as much as I hate to admit it, having a break

from the garden is good for us too. After all, you don’t know what you have until you lose it. Fortunately, we haven’t lost the garden forever. Spring will come again and the garden, fresh from its winter slumber, will be ready for us.

Ameren Illinois announced it will soon begin phase two of a two-year project that will enhance energy service reliability, flexibility and load capacity of the company’s local electric grid for customers in Jersey and Macoupin counties. In March, electricians will begin making equipment upgrades to the company’s Jerseyville, Piasa Junction and Brighton substations. Ameren Illinois is adding high-voltage switching components to each substation to potentially reduce the duration of an outage allowing the company to reroute power between the three substations. The company is also expanding the Brighton and Piasa Junction substations. The investment is estimated to be $7.9 million. At the Piasa Junction Substation, crews will build a brand new substation just to the north of the existing substation. The fence around the site will be expanded to accommodate the new substation. A new 14MVA transformer will be installed along with other equipment such as smart switches to modernize the structure. The existing substation will be decommissioned and removed. At the Jerseyville Substation, crews will be installing new 69-kilovolt breakers and switches to the substation to help reroute power between the local substations. At the Brighton Substation, crews will expand the site to the north and east. Two H-frame steel structures will be constructed as the location will be converted into a 69-34-12 kilovolt substation with supporting equipment. A new transformer and control house structure will also be added to the site. In 2020, crews safely replaced power lines and approximately 300 power poles covering 13.5 miles

between Jerseyville and Brighton. A new three-mile circuit tie was also constructed between the Piasa and Brighton substations. The circuit tie makes the grid more resilient and enables the company to reroute power between the two substations during an outage. This phase of the project was a $10.5 million investment. More than 50 composite fiberglass poles were erected at strategic points along the 13.5-mile route to storm harden the lines to be able to better withstand high winds during storms. “The upgrades are part of our overall statewide plan to build a cleaner, greener, more resilient grid,” Kim Voypick, Ameren director

of Western Region Electric Operations, said. “With these enhancements, Ameren Illinois is taking proactive steps to prepare for the future needs of our electric customers. We’re excited to bring these enhancements to our customers in Jersey and Macoupin counties.” The enhancements are part of Ameren Illinois’ multiyear initiative to modernize its energy delivery system. Since 2012, the company has implemented hundreds of projects, added new technology and strengthened poles, wires and distribution equipment. As a result, reliability has improved by an average of 22 percent and the time of an outage has been reduced by 16 percent.

OBITUARIES John H.T. O’Donnell John H.T. O’Donnell, 67, of Plainview died on Friday, February 26, 2020 surrounded by his family at home. Graveside service will be held at 1 pm on Friday, March 5, 2020 at Shipman Cemetery. Memorials may be made to his wife, Sherryl O’Donnell. Condolences may be left online at www.andersonfamilyfuneral.com

Frances Diann Groves Frances Diann Groves, 73, of Brighton, died on February 28th, 2021, at her home with her loving family by her side. Visitation was from 10 am until the time of funeral service at 12:00 p.m. noon, on Wednesday, March 3, 2021, at Anderson Family Funeral Home in Brighton, followed by the burial at Brighton Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Brighton Area / St. Paul UMC Food Pantry.

Jerome Chester Plummer Jerome Chester Plummer, 70, of Jerseyville, formerly of Calhoun County, died at 12:20 a.m., Sunday, February 28, 2021 at Jerseyville Manor Nursing Home. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m., Friday at the Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville. Graveside services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday at the Hardin City Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the New Life Tabernacle in Delhi, Illinois.

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FFA Week brings period of reflection of tumultuous year

By CONNOR ASHLOCK Jersey County Journal Area FFA chapters, like every other organization, didn’t go unaffected by COVID, but with it currently being National FFA Week, it’s worth taking a look into how local members of the organization remained resilient amid tough times while continuing to advance one of the world’s most vital industries. We’ve seen them in parades, at athletic games, community events and a variety of other places. They’re the kids in corduroy, working to make a difference in their hometowns and abroad, all while learning new skills that revolve not only around the realm of agriculture, but life in general. Local members of the National FFA Organization keep themselves busy with career development events (CDEs), fundraisers, conventions, conferences and a variety of other activities. Except, for most of 2020, and all of 2021 so far, these activities have either altogether halted or have been drastically reimagined to keep in step with health guidelines. “Being an FFA member this year has been a completely different experience than in the past,” Sarah Nichols, Jerseyville FFA advisor, said. “It has been difficult to show our new members what FFA is, and the students have not been able to meet new people from our section or throughout the state.” Indeed, Jacalyn Meisner, an FFA alum from Jerseyville who student-taught at Carrollton High School and now teaches at Blue Ridge High School in Farmer City, shared the same feeling as Nichols. “State convention, national convention, BUILD Conference, 212 Conference and any in-person event has been turned into a virtual event, which has been fantastic; however, it is not nearly the same as getting together with your friends from other chapters, meeting people in-person and traveling,” Meisner said. Building relationships in an FFA function not only can create long-lasting friendships with fellow members across the state and country, but also serves to develop social capital, especially for those students who go on to study in the broad field of agriculture. For many students in FFA, the experience they had was so impactful, that when they arrived at college, they got involved with Collegiate FFA (CFFA) in the aim of giving back to the organization. For Liz Bland, an Eldred

resident who is a Carrollton FFA alum and soon to be CFFA alum, that was the case for her. Bland currently attends Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, where she will be graduating with her bachelor’s degree in crop soil and environmental management at the end of this semester. CFFA strives to provide opportunities for high school FFA members as well as its own collegiate members. Additionally, Bland serves as an “ag-bassador,” which is a student ambassador position for the College of Agricultural, Life and Physical Sciences at SIUC, a position that allows her to go to schools and talk about opportunities in agriculture at SIUC. This year, though, her ability to carry out her responsibilities has been made more challenging because of the virus. “As an ag-bassador, we have a certain number of visits we make every semester,” Bland said. “Last semester, I think I made five visits, one in-person and the rest online.” Bland’s duties also include working open houses, calling potential students, conducting tours and taking part in online question and answer panels, among other responsibilities. Due to the virus, Bland was only able to visit Calhoun High School in person. Even her alma mater, Carrollton High School, had to be visited online. “We’re missing that face-toface connection with students,” Bland said. “I feel like it’s a lot harder to meet high school and transfer students and build relationships with them because you can’t make that connection online. I feel that we’re not reaching students on the same level as we have been in the past.” Still, Bland, as well as

Nichols’ and Meisner’s students, are making lemonade out of lemons. For example, not all CDEs have been canceled. They have just been creatively reformatted. “Some contests, such as Dairy Foods and Food Science, are more challenging to do virtually due to the nature of the contest (eating and tasting food and milk defects),” Meisner said. “In regard to those specific events, they have either been canceled, depending on your section, or in our case and other sections across the state, turned into a learning experience by doing a ‘CDE in a Box,’ and sending out the materials for students to practice with but not hosting a competitive event for it.” FFA chapters have also been making the best of the situation when it comes to fundraising. “We typically run the concession stand at the home varsity football games, so we were not able to do that,” Nichols said. “We went through with our meat raffle sales this fall and were successful with it. We are currently working in the greenhouse to prepare for our spring plant sale.” Carrollton FFA has been able to hold their strawberry fundraiser, as well as Meisner’s students at Blue Ridge High School in DeWitt County. “We just wrapped up our strawberry fundraiser, which was a big hit, and due to COVID, we were able to do online payment with the company we go through,” Meisner said. Still, community involvement across the state has been reduced between FFA students and the communities they are a part of. “Our FFA chapter likes to be very involved in our com-

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format,” Meisner said. “This past year, our chapter received Gold Rating at the state convention and was selected to advance to nationals, and the kids were saying how they wished we could have been celebrating that achievement in person at the state convention.” This year, Meisner has a student who earned her state degree, but she is prepared to watch her name scroll across a screen instead of being able to walk across the stage. Students have been making the best of the situation, but for these students who have made significant personal improvement in their own lives through the program, it’s hard to not experience the full weight of receiving the recognition they deserve. FFA advisors have expressed concerns regarding how the pandemic will affect membership, agricultural education and how their students will come to transition from the current format to a more pre-pandemic format. For Nichols, her concern has been membership. “Students are not getting the full experience, so they may decide they didn’t enjoy it and decide not to join or participate in the future,” Nichols said. Nichols is also afraid that, with Jersey Community High

School having to hold shortened school days and thus reducing the number of classes that students can take, they’ll have to take other classes next year to stay on track for graduation. For Meisner, she and her students are concerned about eighth grade recruitment, which relied heavily on in-person communication. Meisner, additionally, is concerned for her freshmen who haven’t been able to fully grasp how involved the FFA organization is. For Bland, her concern is personal. Being the oldest of four, Bland has had the privilege of watching her younger siblings grow through the FFA organization and wants them to have the same opportunities that they had. “It’s kind of heartbreaking because I’m friends with people that I’ve met though FFA, and the experiences that I’ve had with them allowed me to get where I am,” Bland said. “Leadership positions in FFA led to leadership positions in college that have opened the door for future experiences. They’re missing opportunities for the future.” It’s been a tough year for FFA, but everyone involved is looking forward to 2021 being better than 2020.

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Wednesday, March 3, 2021

JERSEY COUNTY JOURNAL

Jerseyville, Illinois

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Jerseyville’s Parks and Rec ready for summer sports

By LUCAS GARDNER Jersey County Journal As the winter season comes to an end, spring and summer sports are just on the horizon, and this time around, it appears the little tikes in the county will be able to play as their junior high and high school brethren have already done. Tyler Hermens, head of the Jerseyville Parks and Recreation department among others with the department, are preparing for spring and summer sports such as itty bitty soccer, baseball, T-ball and softball. Each season, the department is in charge of several sports and events during various times of the year. Spring and summer are all about baseball, softball, swimming and itty bitty soccer. In the fall, it’s all about youth soccer and itty bitty football. As for winter, basketball and the father daughter dance are the focal point for the department. The department has been busy as of late getting the fields and equipment ready for the season’s slate of

sports. “We moved the dugouts to the bleachers, so the kids can maintain social distance. We mentioned during the coaches meeting last year that if people want to watch the games, they have to sit in their own seats. We no longer provide the bleachers as we have in the past,” Hermens said. This year, once the department’s requirements are met, they will have a meeting and discuss important topics in regards to the seasonal league, which can be described as customary. “It’s customary to meet with the coaches and discuss roster, schedules, league specific rules and regulations and dates of highlighted events,” Hermens said. Unfortunately, COVID is still a factor residents must deal with. Even with Jersey County in Phase 4 of Restore Illinois, there are still requirements to be met, namely the 50 people or less rule. As stated by the IDPH guidelines, the parks and rec department is asking fans to social distance. “We ask that fans maintain social distancing as

well. All coaches carry a mask in their back pocket, and they put that on when they have one-on-one conversations and interactions with their players, or coaches with umpires and so on and so forth,” Hermens said. With that, the department usually provides equipment for players, but, with the restrictions in place, the department is not able to do this. “Typically we provide batting helmets and things like that for T-ball and pitching machine ball. Once they continue baseball to 14, the rule has always been they must provide their own helmet, bat and glove. However, we offer to help with equipment ease as needed,” Hermens said. As players advance in age groups, players must provide their own gear, starting at pitching machine to 14u. But T-ball equipment is usually provided,

but, due to COVID regulations, will not be done. For those that aren’t sure how to sign up, individuals must go to the department office at 401 Mound Street in Jerseyville or sign up online at signupville.com. Individuals will fill out a small form and pay for 10u, 12u, and 14u categories during early registration Jan. 4 through March 13, or sign up after the early registration March 14 through March 20 and be charged a late fee. Baseball, T-ball, and high school sign ups are Jan. 4 through March 20, and practices start April 5. The opening day event (if the department is allowed to have it) will be May 15. The first game will be May 17. The department will be taking care of the baseball field as they do each year, and provide umpires and concession stand workers for fans and players alike.

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Jerseyville Lady Panthers lose against Triad Feb. 25 the Panthers took a loss against Triad, 59-43. Triad started the game with 12 points in the first quarter to the Panthers' seven. Triad continued this trend throughout the game scoring 17 points in the second quarter, following it up with 16 in the third and 14 in the fourth quarter. The Panthers did their best to overtake Triad but couldn’t get what they needed. “Triad made a run in the first half to take the lead and the Panthers could not overtake the Knights,” Coach Kevin Strebel said. The Panthers’ Chloe White scored 20 points to lead all the scorers but Triad had three players in double figures. With the loss, their win loss ratio increased by one loss putting them at 6-3.

Other highlights from the week: Q Boys Varsity Bowling defeated Alton with a 2645 to 2512 pin total. Leading the Panthers was Tyler Ayres - 676 series. Q The girls defeated Alton with a 2095 to 1495 pin total.

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Jerseyville, Illinois

Concerned citizen addresses school board with reform concerns

By LUCAS GARDNER Jersey County Journal The Jersey Community School Board had their meeting Feb. 18, and during public comment, a local, Cindy Parish, spoke up against the various reform bills regarding, among other things, the LGBT community and “left ideologies.” The board also touched briefly on the resolution to withdraw from the Region 3 Special Education Cooperative and set the graduation date for this year. During public comment, Parish spoke strongly against the education reform omnibus, and pleaded with the board to reject these teachings. “I’m here tonight to give this body an impassioned plea to do what you say is the goal of Jersey Community District 100, which

is to ‘provide an atmosphere where kids come first,’ because kids come first in Jersey County,” Parish said. “I strongly urge you to reject and to rescind any and all mandates, policies or practices of the Illinois State Board of Education, the joint committee on administrative rules and the State of Illinois that promotes a massive lurch to the left by teaching for example, ‘The 1619 project,’ critical race theory, as well as LGBTQ+ ideologies. “The objections I am raising tonight are not comprehensive but highlight just these two areas that I mentioned.” The first amendment Parish sought to discuss was the JCAR (Joint Committee Administrative Rules) standards. “So first, I will address the amendments of the JCAR. The problem with passing this standard

in the amendment is the standards include language and efforts to eradicate the Judeo-Christian values and principles of this community,” she said. “They include efforts to supplant education with indoctrination, primarily of our students but also our faculty and staff as well. It may very likely trample free speech and reduce liberty rights of teachers and staff.” She brought up multiple issues she had with the JCAR standards and amendments and what she perceived they did including: Q Forcing teachers to teach what she considered progressive viewpoints and perspectives. Q Teaching students that America is systematically racist. Q Capitalism is bad. Q To refrain from teaching America History by requiring teachers to teach the ‘1619 Project.’

St. Francis school students could receive $15k in scholarships

Student demand for Illinois’ tax credit scholarships is at an all-time high. This school year, 481 students in 30 schools across the Catholic Diocese of Springfield in Illinois received a scholarship to attend Catholic school thanks to about $1.4 million in donations. The tax credit scholarship program, part of Illinois’ Invest in Kids Act, provides students the opportunity to attend a school of their choice, despite financial challenges. Donors to the scholarship program receive a 75 percent state income credit on their donation. Now, a generous Catholic couple from Chicago are committing to match dollar for dollar what is donated to 12 schools in the diocese, up to $15,000 per school. Donors must get their donation in by March 31. Among the list of eligible schools is St. Francis/Holy Ghost School in Jerseyville. These schools were

selected by the Diocese of Springfield and Empower Illinois, an organization that runs the scholarship program, for participation in the match. “Matching gifts are a great opportunity to grow community involvement and support a greater number of students,” Empower Illinois Regional Director Bobby Sylvester said. “We are excited to announce that more schools than ever are eligible to participate in this year’s match.” Donations must be made to the school through Empower Illinois before March 31 to be eligible for the match. Go to empowerillinois.org and click on donate. This page will walk an individual through what he or she must do to make a donation and to ensure he or she receives a tax credit. Donors need an account on mytax.illinois.gov before applying for a tax credit, and this can take up to 10 days and involves a mailed letter containing your account pin, so act

sooner rather than later. If a school is not on this list, an individual can still receive a 75 percent tax credit and a donor’s school and students there still receive the major benefit of their generosity. For example, if an individual donor contributes $1,000, he or she will receive a state tax credit of $750. Individual donors can direct their donations to a school or subset of schools of their choice. Empower Illinois reports when families were asked, “Why do you want to send your child to a school of your choice and apply for a scholarship?”: 74 percent of families were seeking a school with higher academic quality. 62 percent of families were seeking a school with character/values instruction. 55 percent of families were seeking a safer school. For applicants seeking a scholarship for next school year, visit empowerillinois. org.

Missouri S&T awards degrees during virtual commencement Approximately 800 students received degrees from Missouri University of Science and Technology at the close of the fall semester, and among that lot were a couple of locals. Caitlin Critchfield of Grafton graduated with a bachelor of science in architectural engineering, summa cum laude. Andrew Miller of Jerseyville graduated with a bachelor of science

in mechanical engineering, summa cum laude The graduates were honored during a virtual commencement ceremony, hosted on the university’s Facebook page on Saturday, Dec. 19. The virtual ceremony allowed the university to adhere to COVID-19 guidelines, which prohibit in-person events with more than 10 participants. Missouri S&T has tradi-

tionally recognized graduates earning a bachelor’s degree with honors by placing the designation “summa cum laude,” “magna cum laude” or “cum laude” on their diplomas. The highest honor, summa cum laude, is awarded to students who have earned a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.8 or above on a 4.0 scale for all courses counting toward the degree.

Missouri University of Science and Technology announced the names of students who made the honor list for the Fall 2020 semester. Among those on that list

was a local. Caitlin Critchfield of Grafton, majoring in architectural engineering, was named to the list. Critchfield is a senior.

To be included on the honor list, students must have carried a minimum of 12 hours and had grade point averages of 3.2 or above out of a possible 4.0.

Q Critical Race Theory, which is the view that the law and legal institutions are inherently racist. Q Mandating that teachers be willing to lead students to demonstrations of the “political left.” Parish said she understood that these policies are not enforced in any Illinois school district. Her concern stemmed from the speed at which the reforms are gaining traction in state government. “Now, I understand that this policy is currently directed at teaching preparation programs and does not currently apply at any Illinois school district; however, the problem is that these ideas are marching so quickly through Illinois lawmakers’ chambers and education policy makers chambers, that I’m suggesting that this board must be proactive about our community stance on the corrosive ideolo-

gies,” Parish said. The board refrained from commenting on the matter. The withdrawal from the Region 3 Special Education Cooperative was an important topic for the board to approve. What the co-op offers is already offered by the school, Tuttle said, and it financially makes sense to make this decision. "This resolution is the beginning steps in us getting away," Tuttle said before adding that district employee Keri Lakin would be integral to the process. The Region 3 Special Education Cooperative is a program that specializes in providing special education services to students with low incidence disabilities. Also in the meeting, the graduation date was set for Sunday, May 16 at 2 p.m.

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The Shining Knight winners from St. Francis/Holy Ghost Catholic School the week of Feb. 22-26 are: Carter W., Hank W., Case I., Quincy C. and Gracie F.

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The Shining Knight winners from St. Francis/Holy Ghost Catholic School for the month of February are: Kali S., Mila N., Raelyn S., Nora H. and Reagan M.

Local students complete degrees at Wichita State University More than 1,100 students completed degrees at Wichita State University in Fall 2020, among them was a Jerseyville local. Benjamin R. Flowers graduated with a bachelor of arts in psychology, magna cum laude. Undergraduate students who have attained a grade point average of 3.9 out of a possible

4.0 received the summa cum laude award; those with an average of 3.55 received the magna cum laude award; and those with an average of 3.25 received the cum laude. Wichita State University serves as the Kansas urban-based research university, enrolling more than 15,000 students from every state in the U.S. and more than 100 countries.

Local students earn distinction Missouri S&T announces honor list at Wichita State University

Southeast announces Fall 2020 President’s List Locals were named to the Fall 2020 President’s List at Southeast Missouri State University. They are: Russell Goss of Brighton Alli Bohannon of Jerseyville Levi Loges of Jerseyville Hailea Tepen of Jerseyville Students named to the list earned a 4.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale, completed at least 12 hours of standard graded credit, achieved no grade below an A and received no failing grades in enrolled, credit/no credit or pass/fail courses.

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Wichita State University has announced the names of more than 3,500 students who were on the WSU dean’s honor roll for Fall 2020. Locals Morgan M. Cook and Benjamin R. Flowers, both of Jerseyville, were named on the list. To be included on the dean’s honor roll, a

student must be enrolled full time (at least 12 credit hours) and earn at least a 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. WSU enrolls about 15,500 students and offers more than 50 undergraduate degree programs in more than 150 areas of study in six undergraduate colleges.

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The following police reports were filed between February 19 and February 25. These reports are public information and are obtained from the Jersey County Circuit Clerk’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: Coates, Danielle L., dob 07-01-1976, possession of meth less than 5 grams, possession amount controlled substance except (A) / (D), possession hypodermic/syringe/needles/1st, possession drug paraphernalia. Wallace, Juwan A., dob 06-02-1992, aggravated criminal sex assault/victim 60+. Schulte, Thomas A., dob 06-21-1977, domestic battery/other prior. The following individuals were charged with a misdemeanor: Wallace, Ryan L., dob 07-19-1988, domestic battery/bodily harm. Booth, Jacob A., dob 05-04-1973, possession drug paraphernalia.

Ringhausen, Anna G., dob 04-27-2002, purchase/ possess liquor/minor. The following individuals were charged with an ordinance violation: Edwards, Brandon J., dob 09-03-1997, unlawful possession cannabis. Wamser, Kellie E., dob 03-20-1998, careless driving. Spano, Gary L., dob 09-271951, careless driving. Calvey, Amanda K., dob 03-29-1969, careless driving. Ringhausen Anna G., dob 04-27-2002, possession of cannabis, possession of drug paraphernalia. Edwards, Joseph, dob n/a, unlicensed vehicle. The following individuals were charged with traffic violations: Selby, Justin J., dob 04-141987, driving 21-25 mph above limit. Edwards, Brandon J., dob 09-03-1997, unlicensed. Coates, Danielle L., dob 07-01-1976, unlicensed, operate uninsured motor vehicle, no valid registration/1st and 2nd. Booth, Jacob A., dob 05-04-1973, improper traffic lane usage, improper turn at intersection, operate unin-

sured motor vehicle, no valid registration/1st and 2nd. Stevenson, Tyrone L., dob 08-24-1991, driving 21-25 mph above limit, no valid registration/1st and 2nd. Ringhausen, Anna G., dob 04-27-2002, driving 15-20 mph above limit. Cundall, Lisa R., dob 11-27-1974, driving 15-20 mph above limit. Bornes, Nathan W., dob 06-09-1989, speeding 35+ mph over limit. Cegelka, Makaila J., dob 12-22-1999, driving 21-25 mph above limit. Fleming, Eric K., dob 01-28-2002, driving 15-20 mph above limit. Bastick, Noah W., dob 09-25-1995, operate uninsured motor vehicle. Widner, Kraig S., dob 06-26-1979, driving 21-25 mph above limit. Gilbert, Christopher L., dob 01-31-1976, driving 15-20 mph above limit. Hunt, Susan Jackson, dob 10-01-1967, driving 21-25 mph above limit. Harris, Patrick D., dob 09-24-1993, driving on revoked license. Miller, Cody A., dob 01-06-2004, speeding 26-34 mph over limit. Weber, Molly G., dob 05-14-1991, driving 21-25

mph above limit. Belobraydil, Kaitlyn M., dob 09-18-1990, driving 21-25 mph above limit. Young, Ciara R., dob 04-20-1993, driving 15-20 mph above limit. Benz, Frederick D., dob 08-17-1947, improper trafic lane usage. Nolte, Zachary W., dob 05-10-1995, operate uninsured motor vehicle. Thompson, Brandy L., dob 07-18-1980, driving on revoked license. Geppert, Benjamin R., dob 02-16-1999, operate uninsured motor vehicle. Parrott, Matthew S., dob 09-25-1985, speeding 26-34 mph over limit. Teeske, Nicole H., dob 05-05-1994, operate uninsured motor vehicle. Licker, Anastasia R., dob 03-11-1998, driving 15-20 mph above limit. Stone, Sarah E., dob 10-21-1986, operate uninsured motor vehicle. Cunningham, Charles R., dob 02-04-1952, driving 15-20 mph above limit, operate uninsured motor vehicle. Crick, Austin C., dob 08-26-1998, operate uninsured motor vehicle, driving

Richardson, Christopher Alan, dob 08-13-1985, was found guilty on a charge of possession of meth less than 5 grams, 2 years probation, 45 days county jail, revoke/vacate/probation, 60 days county jail, 14 days credit for time served; a charge of possession drug paraphernalia was dismissed; $400 fine. Steagal, Danielle D., dob 09-16-1977, 2 charges of

possession amount controlled substance (A) / (D) were dismissed, a charge of possession hypodermic/ syringe/needles/1st was dismissed. Misdemeanors: Hale, Jesse E., dob 12-07-1983, was found guilty on a charge of battery/cause bodily harm, conditional discharge; $300 fine.

Local businesses cooperate on St. Patty’s Day ‘treasure hunt’ By JARAD JARMON Jersey County Journal Spring is on the horizon, and on the first day marking the change in season, businesses owners in Jerseyville are hoping to highlight what they have to offer with a play off of an event in October. A group of 15 local businesses is putting on a “treasure hunt,” the Lucky Local Love Treasure Hunt, from 9 a.m to 5 p.m. March 20, for the St. Patrick’s Day weekend. The event will be reminiscent of an event during the Halloween season, Treat Yo’ Self Halloween, a shopping day organized by Nicole McKenny from Deer Lane Boutique with help from Julie Pohlman of Julie’s Graphics. Numerous businesses in the city will host sales or specials to coincide with the day, and people are encouraged to visit each of the 15 businesses for a chance to win a “pot of gold” that will have items and gift certificates from participating businesses. Mary Karen Wittman, an owner of Uncorked Spirit who is organizing the promotion, explained that a group of local shop owners who knew each other well, decided that they would do the shopping promotion from Halloween again. “(McKenny) had said let’s do (the Halloween event) regularly,” Wittman said. “We saw St. Patrick’s Day was coming up, so we talked again, and we said, ‘Do you want to do another one?’ She said, ‘Sure, let’s do another one.’” On the day, people will be able to collect a punch card at each location, and at each subsequent location, receive a punch in that card. Once that individual has collected all 15 punches, they snap a picture of the card and share it to the Facebook event page for a chance at the pot of treasure full of prizes from each location. “Each business is going to put something into the basket, into our pot of gold, and then the grand prize winner will be the person whose punch card is drawn from the bucket,” Wittman said. To get a chance at the pot, individuals will need to visit each of the 15 businesses and get their card punched, but no purchase is necessary to get your card punched. The grand prize drawing will be at 6 p.m. on the day, so the photo should be posted prior to 6 p.m. Like the event in the fall, this promotional day for the businesses in Jerseyville serves as an avenue to highlight the businesses in the community. “Even if they didn’t purchase anything, there is a lot of new businesses in the area that are participating, so even if a customer did not purchase anything that day, they still got to see what we had to

offer and learn a little bit about the store and maybe come back and purchase something another day,” Wittman said. Wittman said Jerseyville residents may be surprised what Jerseyville businesses can provide them. “I think it is great for all of us to work together to show the community how much we have to offer in our small businesses in our little town,” Wittman said. “... There have been a few instances where I am like, ‘Wow, we have things in Jerseyville that I did not know we even had available here.’” “I could have done all of my Christmas shopping in town, alone, and I pretty much did that this year. You don’t have to go out of town to find things like that,” Wittman also noted. The promotional event will come around the pandemic’s one-year mark, when much of business in the state was halted because of COVID and the guidelines put in place because of the virus. “We opened the last day of November of 2019, so we were only open for a few months before we basically had to close for a while. We weren’t able to use our bar or party room for a few months there. So, being a brand new business that was pretty rough on us last year with COVID-19," she said. This time around, it will be a very different tune in the city, one of collective support from businesses. “I think we are excited this gets people in the door,” Wittman said. “...It is just a fun event to support local business, as well as just do something– finally visit with your friend and family and stuff that we have not been doing quite as much over the last year because of COVID-19.” Those retailers, including a few pop-up shops include: Q Uncorked Spirit Q Julie’s Graphics Q Espresso Yourself Bakery Q Lula Bells Q Deer Lane Boutique Q Linn’s Shoes Q Farmcharm Living Q Sweet Pea’s Floral & Design Q Ruby Mae’s Boutique Q Nail’d It with Laura Q The Gift Box Jerseyville Q Imo’s Pizza Q 2nd Time Around Consignment Shop Q Beyond The Backyard Gate LLC Q Copper Nail Creek Boutique Wittman said the goal is to continue this promotional series, possibly quarterly in tandem with holidays. The next event being considered revolves around Mother's Day. Full details of the day can be found at the Lucky Local Love Treasure Hunt Event on Facebook.

04-12-1994, driving 21-25 mph above limit, operate uninsured motor vehicle. Buchanan, George Hagen, dob 07-16-1978, disregard official traffic-control device. Widman, Schon D., dob 02-16-1996, driving 21-25 mph above limit. Scott, Elizabeth C., dob 11-04-1991, driving 21-25 mph above limit.

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NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN YOU, any and all unknown fathers and putative fathers and to All Whom It May Concern, that on the 26th day of January, 2021, a Petition to Terminate 3DUHQWDO 5LJKWV ZDV ¿OHG XQder the Juvenile Court Act in the Circuit Court of Jersey County entitled “In the Interest of R.E-B & B.E-B., a minor” and that in the Courtroom of Judge Allison S. Lorton in Jersey County Courthouse, 201 West Pearl Street, Jerseyville, Illinois, on the 19th day of April, 2021 at the hour of 9:00 a.m. or as soon thereafter as this case may be heard, a Petition to Terminate Parental Rights hearing may proceed. The Court has authority in this proceeding to take from you the custody and guardianship of the minor. NOW, UNLESS YOU appear at this hearing and show cause against the petition, the allegations of the petition may stand admitted as against you and each of you, and AN ORDER OF JUDGEMENT ENTERED. /s/ Daniel P. Schetter DANIEL P. SCHETTER Clerk of the Circuit Court DATED: February 22, 2021 3.3

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MARILYN J. DAVIS, Deceased. NO. 2021-P-9 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Marilyn J. Davis, who died on January 15, 2021. Letters RI 2I¿FH DV ,QGHSHQGHQW ([ecutor were issued on February 17, 2021 to James B. Davis, whose mailing address is 101 E. Fairgrounds, Jerseyville, Illinois 62052, whose attorney is Lee J. Plummer, Attorney at Law, 100 S. State, Jerseyville, Illinois 62052. The Estate will be administered without Court VXSHUYLVLRQ XQOHVV XQGHU Section 28-4 of the Estates Act (755ILCS 5/28-4), any LQWHUHVWHG SHUVRQ WHUPLQDWHV LQGHSHQGHQW DGPLQLVWUDWLRQ DW any time by mailing or deliverLQJ D SHWLWLRQ WR WHUPLQDWH WR the Clerk. Claims against the estate PD\ EH ¿OHG LQ WKH 2I¿FH RI the Clerk of the Circuit Court of the Seventh Judicial Circuit, Jersey County Courthouse, Jerseyville, Illinois, RU ZLWK WKH UHSUHVHQtative or both on or before August 25, 2021, and any claim QRW ¿OHG ZLWKLQ WKDW SHULRG LV EDUUHG &RSLHV RI D FODLP ¿OHG with the Clerk must be mailed RU GHOLYHUHG WR WKH UHSUHVHQtative and to the attorney within ten (10) days after it KDV EHHQ ¿OHG LEE J. PLUMMER Ill. Reg. #2220075 100 South State Street Jerseyville, Illinois 62052 7HOHSKRQH

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21-25 mph above limit. Feld, Kim C., dob 05-261958, driving 21-25 mph above limit. Holder, Samuel D., dob 10-25-1985, unlawful possession cannabis/driver, operate uninsured motor vehicle. Scranton, Christian D., dob 01-23-1999, driving on suspended license, operate uninsured motor vehicle. Thomas, Tieler Adam, dob 04-22-1994, driving on suspended license, operate uninsured motor vehicle. Bullard, Abigail R., dob 02-24-1999, driving 15-20 mph above limit. Rippee, Kurt T., dob 04-19-1985, driving 15-20 mph above limit. Short, Kaye M., dob 07-01-1976, driving 15-20 mph above limit. Gates, Jessica Allya, dob

Notice is given of the death of Lawrence A. Goodwin, of 23218 Glenda Avenue, Jerseyville, Jersey County, Illinois 62052, who died on the 4th day of January 2021. Letters of Of¿FH ZHUH LVVXHG RQ )HEUXDU\ 4, 2021 to Stacey A. Carey, of 107 Dressel Drive, Jerseyville, Illinois 62052, whose attorney is Wittman and Lorton, P.C., 123 W. Pearl St., P.O. Box 190, Jerseyville, Illinois 62052. Notice has been given to all heirs and legatees named in the petition by mail and is being given by this publication to any other heirs and legatees unknown to the executor whose names or addresses are therefore not stated in the petition to appoint an executor, that an order was entered by the Court on February 4, 2021, appointing the above-named independent executor, requiring notice and publication, was entered on that date. Notice is also given that any heir or legatee has the right as provided in section 5/6/21 of the Probate Act (Illinois Complied Statutes, Chapter 755, 6HFWLRQ WR ¿OH D SHWLWLRQ with the court within 42 days of the admission of the will to probate requiring proof of the will by testimony of the witnesses to the will in open court or other evidence. In addition, any heir or legatee has the right under Section 5/8-1 of the above referenced Probate Act to contest WKH YDOLGLW\ RI WKH ZLOO E\ ¿OLQJ D petition with the court within six (6) months after the admission of the will to probate. Claims against the estate PD\ EH ¿OHG LQ WKH RI¿FH RI WKH Clerk of the Circuit Court of the Seventh Judicial Circuit, Jersey County, Jersey County Courthouse, 201 W. Pearl Street, Jerseyville, Illinois 62052, or with the representative or both, on or before August 18, 2021 DQG DQ\ FODLP QRW ¿OHG within that period is barred. &RSLHV RI D FODLP ¿OHG ZLWK WKH Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the executor and the attorney within ten (10) days DIWHU LW KDV EHHQ ¿OHG Laef N. Lorton, #6286745 Wittman and Lorton, P.C. Attorneys at Law 123 W. Pearl St. P.O. Box 190 Jerseyville, IL 62052 (618) 498-2167 laef.lorton@wittmanlortonlaw.com

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS ESTATE OF LEILA M. PIEPER, DECEASED. NO. 21-P-8 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given to claimants of the death of LEILA M. PIEPER, deceased, of the County of Jersey, State RI ,OOLQRLV /HWWHUV RI 2I¿FH DV Executor were issued on February 10, 2021, to JAMES R. ONTIS, JR., whose address is P.O. Box 4, Fieldon, IL 62031, and whose attorney is CLIFFORD C. EMONS, P.O. Box 880, Alton, lL 62002. Claims against the estate PD\ EH ¿OHG LQ WKH RI¿FH RI the Clerk of the Seventh Judicial Circuit, Probate Division, Jersey County Courthouse, 201 W. Pearl St, Jerseyville, Illinois 62052, and with a representative on or before August 25, 2021, or if mailing or delivery of a Notice from the representative is required by Section 5/18-3 of Chapter 755 of the Illinois Compiled Statutes, the date stated in that Notice. Any claim not ¿OHG RQ RU EHIRUH WKDW GDWH LV EDUUHG &RSLHV RI D FODLP ¿OHG with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the representative and to the attorney within ten (10) days DIWHU LW KDV EHHQ ¿OHG ILCS 5/18-3, 755 ILCS-5/1811, 755 ILCS 5/18-2). Dated this 17th day of February, 2021 . JAMES R. ONTIS, Executor Filings are to be made with: DANIEL P. SCHETTER Circuit Clerk Courthouse, Jerseyville, Illinois 62052 CLIFFORD C. EMONS, #03122979 P.O. Box 880 Alton, IL 62002 Telephone: (618) 466-1446

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