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By JARAD JARMON Jersey County Journal Grafton purchases It is that time of the year again. vacant lot for Spring has sprung and with that potential future has come consistent rains, and development. for this area, flood warnings. See page A4 The riverbend area saw some high waters over the weekend following sustained rains in the latter half of last week, but the surge only resulted in very minor flooding, and according to local indicators, flooding is expected to be negligible in the upcoming spring season to the relief of a community struck by heavy flooding one year and a panSmall electrical fire demic the next. extinguished at At its height, the Illinois River Jerseyville Manor. at Hardin surged to 26.9 feet, See page A2 about two feet above flood stage, midday Saturday, according to the National Weather Service. On the other side of the county, the Winfield Lock and Dam station on the Mississippi River reported 27.83 feet water levels Saturday. The flood stage there is 26 feet. “The reason we had this last high water was because of the amount of rain that we got,” Gene Breden, Calhoun County Cleaning for the Emergency Services Disaster community. Agency coordinator, said. “We See page A6 got quite a bit of rain. I know I had over 4 inches in my gauge.

Matter of fact, my gauge was running over.” At both stations, the water levels then dropped precipitously from those points back to more normal levels by Monday and Tuesday. And it is forecasted that this type of flooding should be the most the riverbend area sees, if any at all. “They (The National Weather Service) are estimating that there is just going to be minor flooding on the Illinois and Mississippi rivers,” Breden said. “There is no big snowpack in Minnesota or up north. The snowpack that there is is in Iowa and Wisconsin, and it is supposed to be melted off and through here by the third week in April. It is going to be a slow release it looks like, so it is just going to be minor flooding.” This will be a welcomed reprieve from recent experiences, Breden said. “I hope so. We are due for a good year,” he said. “2020 was a rough year – lot of things went wrong in the county… We are starting off better this year than we did last year. That is for sure.” This, however, does not preclude the area from getting any major flooding. “I do not know of any major flooding we are going to have,

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Flood waters crept past the recently sculpted turtle and frog in Grafton Friday.

but you never know,” Breden stressed. “We could get 7-8 inches of rain a few times or get a cycle of rain that doesn’t clear – gets held in by high pressure, and we could end up with a major flood, but it is not predicted.” Slightly farther down the river, Grafton also experienced some flooding that reached the boat launches and past the recently

sculpted turtle and frog. They were slated to see 23-foot high waters. Instead, the water surge crested at 21.86 feet, more than a foot above the flood stage in Grafton. Grafton Mayor Rick Eberlin said there is always some concern about how high the water will go in these situations, but forecasts showed the water levels trailing off fairly quickly.

“This would be what we call the nuisance type floods that get you thinking about it and it hangs around a little bit, but there is really no damages,” Eberlin said. From his conversations with forecasters and other officials, Eberlin is also of the understanding that this will be a calm year along the riverside. “All signs are pointing toward a mild year,” he said.

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Local Navy corpsman coming home to big community surprise By CONNOR ASHLOCK Jersey County Journal IT2 Zachary Hartley, a Navy corpsman and 2010 graduate of Jersey Community High School, will be returning home on April 6. But, what he doesn’t know yet is that his wife, Heather, has inadvertently planned a homecoming that he won’t soon forget.

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Zach serves on the USS Iwo Jima, where he works in the IT department. He’s been deployed to Jordan, participated in the 2018 military exercise known as Trident Juncture, where he went to Norway and Iceland, and has done multiple exercises between Mayport, Fla., and Norfolk, Va.. “It was just one of those things that he wanted to do for his country, but he wanted to have a way to pay for school, too,” Heather said. Although she’s proud of his service to the United States, Heather is ready to have her husband

Zachary Hartley holds his oldest daughter, Ephie, while on a visit home.

back about as much as Zach is ready to have his wife and two little girls back. “I’m excited to see what the future holds for our family,” Heather said. “He hasn’t been around our girls, so I’m excited for them to have a dad again.” Zach and Heather are the proud parents of Ephie, 2, and Eliza, 9 months. (See, CORPSMAN, A2)

Shelter owners, volunteers campaign to find home for Dino By JARAD JARMON Jersey County Journal

or 1,357 days – approximately three years, eight months and 18 days excluding the end date, Dino’s home has been that of the Riverbend Humane Society, but shelter owners and volunteers alike are working hard to find the perfect forever home for this pitbull terrier. Dino is not the longest-ever resident in the shelter’s history, but he is currently the longestrunning resident in the shelter today. He came to the shelter July 6, 2017. “We had gotten a call from a lady who ran Dog PEN Rescue about him, so we went and met her in Carrollton and picked him up,” Sarah Taylor, Riverbend Humane Society owner, said. “We have had him here ever since.” By all accounts, Dino is a wonderful dog, with only one hangup – he doesn’t do well with other animals. “With people, he is great,” Taylor said.

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Dino, roughly 5-6 years old, smells something carried on the wind, while on a walk around the Riverbend Humane Society in Jerseyville.

An energetic dog, Dino is very treat oriented with an affinity to Kong toys and his blanket and bed. With people, stranger or not, Dino is excited, but relaxed all the same. He is even good with the younger ones, but

he gets aggressive with other animals. “He is just really good, other than not getting along with other animals,” Taylor said. (See, SHELTER, A2)

Nearly one-fifth of county fully vaccinated By JARAD JARMON Jersey County Journal Rules around who to give COVID-19 vaccinations to have loosened across the state, and Jersey is still trucking forward, inoculating residents. The Jersey County Health Department, along with departments in Calhoun and Greene counties offered weekend COVID vaccination clinics last weekend. Efforts to offer vaccination clinics on the weekends were made to better serve those who work a traditional fiveday week. Also, the Illinois Department of Public Health announced Friday that more groups of people will be eligible to receive COVID-19 vaccinations ahead of April 12, when everyone over age 16 will become eligible. As of March 22, higher education staff, government workers and members of the media are eligible to receive shots. A week later, on March 29, restaurant staff, construction trade workers and religious leaders will become eligible. “As more vaccines become available in the coming weeks and months, we will continue to make sure we are reaching people who are at greater risk of exposure to the virus or from suffering severe illness due to COVID-19,” IDPH Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike said in a news release. “While we will continue to prioritize individuals who are 65 years and older, as well as health care workers and individuals with underlying medical conditions, we want to maintain our momentum going forward and continue to increase our march towards herd immunity.” Vaccines first became available in Illinois on Dec. 15. At that time, only frontline health care workers and the staff and residents of long-term care facilities were eligible. That list was officially expanded Jan. 25 to include all individuals over age 65 as well as frontline essential workers, including first responders, K-12 teachers and other public-facing industries. It was expanded again on Feb. 25 to include

anyone age 16 and over with certain high-risk conditions or disabilities. As of March 23, according to IDPH, a little more than 5.1 million doses of vaccine have been administered in Illinois. During a news conference in Belleville on Friday, Gov. JB Pritzker said a little more than 60 percent of seniors age 65 and over had received at least one vaccine dose. Under a plan announced earlier in the week, when that number reaches 70 percent, and as long as certain other metrics are met, the state will enter what he is calling a “bridge phase” to full reopening of the economy that will allow for larger capacity limits in public gatherings. More in Jersey County have finished off their second dose of the vaccine. So far, in Jersey, 4,241 have been fully vaccinated, representing 19.41 percent of the county’s population. Looking at the age breakdown, 70.28 percent of those age 65 and up are vaccinated. For the age 16-64 population, that percentage is 22.67. Jersey County still ranks high in the state looking at this metric – eighth in the state to be exact. Adams County continues to be at the top of the list in the state with 28.52 percent fully vaccinated in their county. In total, 10,458 vaccines have been administered in Jersey, a piece of the 5.1 million administered across the state. Their next goal is to inoculate 20 percent of the county. As the health department works toward this goal, COVID is still making its way through the county, although it has been less pervasive. According to the latest update March 21 from the Jersey health department, there were 20 new cases since the last update. Health officials noted that cases are increasing in our area. In total, there are 13 active cases in the county. Spanning the pandemic, 48 have died and 2,464 have recovered from the virus in the county. Q Peter Hancock of Capitol News Illinois contributed to this article.

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ELECTRICAL FIRE EXTINGUISHED AT JERSEYVILLE MANOR

The Jerseyville Fire Department responded to the scene of a small fire at the LIberty Village nursing facility in Jerseyville Monday, March 22. A very small fire started in a light fixture in the facility. It was immediately put out with a fire extinguisher prior to firefighters’ arrival. Firefighters assisted in the cleanup.

(Continued from A1) “He was around Ephie for her first nine months and then we have Eliza. He was only with her about three weeks,” Heather explained. “We don’t even have a family photo of the four of us because we’ve been apart the last two years.” Zach and Heather graduated together and had been on-again off-again high school sweethearts. Then, when Heather was a senior in college, they started dating again and hit it off stronger than ever before, getting married in 2014. “We got married the same day I graduated college,” Heather said. With the Hartleys having to sacrifice a great deal of precious time, it should come as no surprise that when she started distributing a letter to businesses around town encouraging them to help welcome her husband home, word reached the Local Love in Jersey County Facebook page, garnering over 300 shares, 200 likes and 80 comments. “If you are willing and able, I would like to ask you to put a welcome home message on your sign or in your window by the morning of April 6 (we will arrive in the afternoon or evening),” Heather’s Facebook post read. “It does not have to be anything extravagant, just something simple to make him feel like he really is coming home permanently.” Already, about a dozen businesses have agreed to participate. Also, several citizens have shared that they plan to line up along Highway 67 to wave flags and signs in support. Even residents around the Delhi area plan to show their support along the highway. “It was funny,” Heather remarked. “I made a Facebook event to just get my family up-to-date. We were going to have a homecoming party for him, and I had written a letter to distribute to businesses around town. Jack Kallal said to post it on the Local Love Facebook page, and once it got there, it started spreading like wildfire.”

Heather went on to share that she has been contacted about a police escort and about all sorts of signs and ribbons that people would love to make up for her. “I never expected it to get that big,” Heather explained. “I simply wrote this letter and it just exploded.” The best part of it all is that even though Heather and her family know everything about it, Zach knows nothing. “He’s thinking he will come home and we’d have dinner with the family, so he has no idea about any of this,” Heather said. Heather credits this outflow of community support to God, expressing gratitude that He would use the community in this way. Additionally, her gratitude is compounded by the fact that over the last seven years of their marriage, Heather and Zach have continued to grow stronger in their love, even amid the challenge of distance. “Honestly, truthfully, God is the only reason we’ve made it this far. It’s been the hardest two years of our life thus far, and the only way we’ve made it through this long is by His strength,” Heather said. “One hundred percent of the credit goes to God, not us, because there’s simply no way. It’s just the truth. I can’t express that enough.” Zach hopes to find a job working in IT when he makes it back home. According to Heather, he’d like to go back to school eventually, but his priority is to be employed in order to support his family. Heather plans to join her husband on April 4 for Easter. Zach will be escorted off the base on April 5, at which time the couple plans to drive together back to Jerseyville, taking a celebratory trip together. In light of all the support she’s received, Heather plans to keep the community informed through social media about their estimated time of arrival. Currently, the tentative time is around the late afternoon on April 6.

Shelter (Continued from A1) And for many, it has been a dealbreaker. “Most people have other pets, and when they see an animal that can’t have other pets, obviously they move on and dont pick him,” Taylor said. “...He has been passed up a lot.” Still, the shelter staff is confident there is a home out there for him, including Phyl Becker of Kamspville, who has taken extra steps to find him a good home. Becker, like many the volunteers or workers at the shelter, has a host of shelter dogs in her home, and even picked up a dog similar to Dino but much older and more agreeable with her other pets. In her time recently volunteer-

ing, Becker’s love for Dino grew exponentially. Becker was aware of Dino in 2019, and as she became more involved at the shelter, grew a special fondness for the lovable pup – so much so that she has made a Facebook page for the pitbull terrier with a clear message, “Dino needs a Home,” to further his chances of getting adopted. “He is just a burst of personality,” Becker said. “He is always just happy to see you...He is just like a bundle of joy.” Becker and her husband’s businesses Cybeck Market and Cybeck Company LLC are going one step further, offering to sponsor his adoption fees if he is adopted before July 4. “He is a great dog in all respects

and would make someone a great companion, if he can be their one and only,” she said. His energy and love needs to be seen, Becker said. “I guess you just got to see his face and be around him to appreciate him,” she said. “He is not the only one there that would benefit from that, but having the issues he does with other animals, he is one of the harder ones to get a home for.” It might be the case that Dino never gets a home. Shelter dogs, let alone older ones are challenging fits. “A lot of people we get expect the perfect dog right away as soon as they come in,” Taylor said. “Anyone adopting needs to realize – yeah, you are getting an adult dog, but you, still

in a way, are getting a puppy. You are going to have to train them, making sure they house break. “Any shelter dog is going to be work, and a lot of people do not want to put in the work, and it is unfortunate. Like people, no animal is perfect. No human is perfect. We just have to work with each other’s flaws and make it work.” The challenges compound for select breeds like Dino’s, who seemingly exclusively get negative attention. “You can’t judge an animal just because of (the) breed… A dog is a dog… They are an animal… Anyone who is nasty toward them has only ever read articles or seen things on the news,” Taylor said. “They have never actually been around them. It is judge-

ment for no reason.” In Dino’s case, solace is taken in the fact that he does have a home of sorts with the shelter. “It makes me sad that he does not have a home, but I also know that he is safe here,” Taylor said. “Nothing bad is going ever to happen to him here. If he was at animal control when we got him, he would’ve been dead.” Taylor is without doubt that there is a home for him, though. “You just have to wait for the right person to come along,” Taylor said. Becker agreed. “There is a home out there for all of them – someplace. It is just about making the connection,” Becker said. The Riverbend Humane Society can be contacted at 618-498-7299.

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umn. Yes, there really is a road named “Snake Road,” and it is not because this road has lots of curves like a snake; rather, this “Snake Road” is a straight, one-lane gravel road 2.5 miles long that has no resemblance to a snake. This “Snake Road” is so named because — you guessed it — there are lots of live snakes on this road. In fact, there are so many snakes crossing this road at specific times of the year that it is closed to vehicular traffic from March 15 to May 15 and again from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 every year so that the snakes don’t get run over as they migrate. As far as we can tell, this is the only road in the country that is shut down for extended times so that snakes can have safe passage. “Snake Road,” also known as US Forest Service Road No. 345, is located in the La Rue Pine Hills Research Natural Area in Union County, roughly a three hour drive from here. “Snake Road” is uniquely positioned between some high rocky bluffs on the east side of the road and a huge swamp on the west side of the road. Every spring, snakes migrate from the bluffs on the east side to the swamp on the west side; in the fall, these snakes migrate back to the bluffs from the swamp and this means they cross “Snake Road” in mass twice a year. Obviously, these are the best two times of the year to go there if you would like to see for yourself why it is named “Snake Road.” On a warm spring day, it is likely that you will encounter plenty of snakes as you walk

Daniel Gray Piasa Township Road Commissioner this road – sometimes as many as 20 to 30 in a day’s time if it is sunny; a few people have even counted as many as 70 snakes on or near the road in a single day. And make no mistake about it: most of these snakes are venomous; the cottonmouth water moccasin is by far the most prevalent. But in addition to the cottonmouth, there are 35 other species of snake, including timber rattlesnakes, copperheads, king snakes, garter snakes and grass snakes to name the more common ones in this habitat. This is not as dangerous as it might sound. These snakes are not interested in you. They are just trying to get from their winter home to their summer home or vise versa. If you have any doubt about this, check out “Snake Road Illinois” on YouTube, and you will readily see that as long as you keep your distance and do not attempt to pick these snakes up, there is very little risk involved. In fact, people walking the road are prohibited from bringing with them any snake hooks, burlap bags, plastic containers or anything else that might enable someone to catch these snakes. For obvious reasons, you should leave the family dog at home. So why in the world would anyone want to go there? Well, if you are going to scream if you see a snake 10 feet away — I certainly know people

like this, then you probably shouldn’t go. But frankly, if you really enjoy nature, this is a great opportunity for you, your kids and your grandkids to see snakes in the wild, to learn how to identify them and to watch their behavior in their natural habitat. I don’t have adequate space here to give detailed directions on how to get there other than to say it is just off of Illinois State Route 3, about half-way between Chester and Cape Girardeau, Mo. You can get adequate directions by googling “LaRue Pine Hills Research Natural Area” or even “Snake Road Illinois,” and if that is too confusing, send me an email if you have a genuine interest in going. I will say parking can be limited on weekends and it would be preferable to go during the week if you can do so. If you enjoy seeing wildlife truly in a natural setting and not behind a glass window at the zoo, it is worth the trip. ––––––––––––––––––– 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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By JARAD JARMON Jersey County Journal Grafton leaders purchased a vacant lot on the west end of the city with hopes for private interest in developing the location. Grafton City Council members OK’d the purchase of the long vacant lot at their meeting last week. It is a 50 by 90 lot located west of the Catholic church. Grafton Mayor Rick Eberlin said the lot was adjacent to various Federal Emergency Management Agency buyout properties and had been vacant for years.

This a property that Jersey County made the city aware of that was a part of a tax sale. They let the city know and gave city leaders the first opportunity to purchase it. Jim Spencer questioned what the use for the property would be. Eberlin assured the intent would be to sell it to someone intent on developing it for a residence or maybe a small business such as a retail shop, which Grafton leaders have been clamoring for. “I don’t want to purchase it just to have it,” Eberlin said.“I think it would be a good idea not to only purchase it with an intent to sell, but then we got control

of what goes there.” From the mayor’s perspective, it was a no-brainer, especially for the price. The purchase of the lot was not to exceed $1,100. “We thought that for the amount of money it was going to cost – the very small amount of money and the value of that, we would be silly not to pursue buying it,” Eberlin said. Once they secure the lot and all of the legal paperwork is taken care of, they will put it out there and advertise it for sale. “I think it is a win-win for us,” Eberlin said.

Jerseyville Fire to get new truck with city, county support By JARAD JARMON Jersey County Journal The Jerseyville Fire Department is set to get an aerial ladder truck to assist their capabilities in responding to emergency calls in the next couple of months – possibly May. Those on the Jersey County Board and Jerseyville City Council approved the allocation of funds toward the purchase of the truck. This garnered support from the city as well as the county for the truck’s potential use across the county. “The closest two aerial devices right now are Carrollton and Brighton, so the ability for the Jerseyville Fire

Department to have an aerial device in Jerseyville – not only for our department but (for) the mutual aid departments in the county – was part of the reason that the county kind of agreed to help fund some of that cost,” Jerseyville Fire Chief Keith Norman said. “It will be a resource that mutual aid departments in the county will be able to call for.” Jersey board members unanimously approved $30,000 toward the truck, made in $10,000 increments over three years. Jerseyville commissioners OK’d the purchase of the truck, a 2007 E-One Quest 75’ Quint Fire Truck from Brindlee Mountain Fire Apparatus in

the amount of $300,000. This truck will feature a pump, water tank, fire hose, aerial device and ground ladders. Earlier this month, the Jersey board also approved: Q The $3.275 million bond for the purpose of repairing and altering the Jersey County Jail and Courthouse was issued. Q March 18 was established as Trisomy 18 Awareness Day in Jersey County at the interest of Jersey Board member Jarrod Hayes. March is Trisomy 18 Awareness Month. It is an often fatal condition for infants that causes severe developmental delays due to an extra chromosome 18.

Route 157 in Madison County to see intermittent lane closure The Illinois Department of Transportation announces that intermittent lane restrictions will begin on Route 157 between Horseshoe Lake Road and Chain of Rocks Road, on Wednesday, March 24, weather per-

mitting. The lane closure is needed to complete a new asphalt surface and the project is expected to be completed by the end of July 2021. 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 the Christ Broth-

ers Asphalt of Lebanon. For IDOT District 8 updates, follow us on Twitter at @IDOTDistrict8 or view area construction details on IDOT’s traveler information map on GettingAroundIllinois.com.

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Betty Jackson Betty Jackson, of High Ridge Missouri, was born November 12, 1944 in Jerseyville, Illinois to Fred and Martha (nee Baker) Loellke and entered into rest Friday, March 12, 2021 in Fenton, Missouri at the age of 76 years and 4 months. She is preceded in death by, her parents and two siblings, Eldon Loellke and Stanley Loellke. She is survived by, her loving husband of 56 years, Terry Jackson of High Ridge, Missouri, one (1) daughter, Cindy Swan of Dittmer, Missouri, three (3) grandchildren, Zachary, Nicholas and Lily, two (2) great-granddaughters, Macy and Fiona and twins on the way, along with many other family and friends. Betty started working in retail at Walgreens before taking a management position at Lane Bryant. After Lane Bryant she ran her own business, BJ’s Rug Making, in High Ridge for 20 years. Betty was also coowner of Centennial Golf Course, a family golf course in Jerseyville, Illinois. She loved her family and friends dearly and treasured her time she spent with them

all. Betty enjoyed fishing, horses and the birds outside her window. She will be fondly remembered and dearly missed by all who knew and loved her. Memorial Visitation will be held Monday, March 29, 2021 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at CHAPEL HILL MORTUARY, 6300 Hwy 30, Cedar Hill, Missouri 63016. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 4207 Lindell Boulevard, Saint Louis, Missouri 63108. Family and friends can review and share stories, photos and condolences online at www.stlfuneral. com and follow details of this event and others in the community at www.facebook.com/stlchapelhill.

Michael Westfall Michael Troy Westfall, 63, died at 5:49 p.m., Sunday March 21, 2021at Alton Memorial Hospital. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m., Thursday, March 25, 2021 at Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m., Friday, March 26, 2021 at Otterville

Baptist Church with Pastor’s Bo Schultz and Steve Pace officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery in Jerseyville. In lieu of flowers or plants, memorials may be given to the American Diabetes Association, in care of the funeral home.

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Davidsmeyer receives surprise Outstanding Eagle Scout Award The Outstanding Eagle Scout Award, given to Eagles who have distinguished themselves with local public service but do not meet the 25-year tenure, has been given to Assistant Republican Leader C.D. Davidsmeyer. “I am speechless and beyond surprised to receive this award,” Davidsmeyer said. The National Eagle Scout Association’s website describes candidates for the award as those who, “have inspired others through their actions and have devoted a lifetime to their profession, avocation, community, and beliefs at great sacrifice to themselves and their families.” Davidsmeyer earned the rank of Eagle Scout right before his 13th birthday. He was anonymously nominated. Those who are nominated are judged by their actions and the principles of the Scout Oath and Scout Law. “BSA contacted my office and said they wanted to video me congratulating the new Eagle Scouts from 2020, which was an honor in itself,” Davidsmeyer said.

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“I thought something was strange when they showed up and I didn’t see a camera. When I walked around the corner, I saw my parents, my wife, and even my Scoutmaster Dick Matthews were there. I knew something was up, but I never expected this award.”

The award is a silver bald eagle with a blue ribbon. “This award is a great surprise,” Davidsmeyer said. “I try to live up to the Scout Oath and Law every day. I am thankful for my family and troop leaders who have helped me become the man I am today.”

Local Church Listings Bethel Baptist Church 29515 Kane Road Jerseyville, IL 62052 618-498-3190 http://www.betheljerseyville.com

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Wednesday, March 24, 2021

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Local hopes to empower civilians; police departments By CONNOR ASHLOCK Jersey County Journal Rich Portwood, owner and instructor at Blue Line Tactical Academy, has 17 years of law enforcement experience underneath his belt, along with a host of additional training, that has equipped him to not only protect and serve, but to also guide others in protecting themselves. Raised in Greene County and currently residing in Jerseyville, Portwood has always held a love for small towns— a love that helps explain his concern for them. “With my background growing up in Carrollton, I saw cops like Terry Gross and Mike Kiger do an amazing job, and as I got older and had them as mentors and friends, we talked a lot about training. When I graduated from the academy, I realized how little training is available to police departments and the everyday person,” Portwood explained. Recognizing what he felt to be a lack of training on his part, Portwood would use his vacation days for taking private training, paying his own way. Portwood was able to receive training from Delta Force operatives, Navy SEALs and competitive shooters, amongst others, but not everyone took the opportunity seriously when he attended these sessions. “When I started going to some of these trainings, I would usually be one of the only persons there paying his own way,” Portwood said. “Inevitably, these other guys weren’t taking it all that seriously, and they were from very large police departments. I would talk to friends from small departments, and I found that no one was getting that opportunity to get that kind of training.” Small police departments don’t have those same opportunities available to them, so he knew that he ought not take for granted the instruction he was receiving. Despite the fact that the training Portwood received was top-notch, he’s not afraid to admit that he did have some disappointments with it. “I took a vehicular engagement class with a retired Delta Force operative. He taught us a lot of amazing shooting skills and drills, but when he started talking about vehicular engagements, he gave us the tactics that Delta Force had used in Bosnia to capture war criminals. I realized that the tactics he used not only violated a lot of police department policies, but also Illinois laws,” Portwood explained. As Portwood sees it, though some of these classes would prove beneficial for small police depart-

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ments, such as what exists in the local region, there would definitely need to be some modifications. Portwood’s skills increased to such a degree that he was given the opportunity to work with the late world-renowned firearms and tactics instructor, Wes Doss. During this time, he worked for Doss as an instructor. Doss and Portwood met on the set of the television show Stop the Threat, where Portwood would appear as the first guest on the show and go on to be in 19 episodes of the series. “The show would basically find these situations throughout the country where somebody used a firearm in defense, or maybe should have used a firearm in defense, and we’d critique the scenario,” Portwood said. “Wes and I met on set and we instantly hit it off. We did some competitive shooting together and he offered me a job. I’m glad I took it because I learned an awful lot from him.” Working for Doss, Portwood served as his midwest regional coordinator, training big city police departments, state and federal agencies and military units. In doing so, Portwood noticed a trend between all of them. “They were the departments that had the big budgets,” Portwood said. Portwood had always wished for a way to make the type of training he received more readily accessible to smaller departments, which were just as deserving as the larger departments, as well as civilians who would like to be better equipped. While Portwood was working for Doss, the idea was already stewing in his mind about starting his own academy of sorts in which he would be able to provide that type of training. The idea stewed in his head for a while before he finally set himself on the path to making it a reality. Portwood had a lot to consider. He wanted to provide the same training he received, but altered to suit state law, the problems faced by smaller departments and making it affordable. Additionally, being a family man, Portwood is at the point in his life in which he wants to give back to the community, be involved with his family and keep close to home. In consideration of all these factors, Blue Line Tactical Academy was born. “Truthfully, what I’m trying to do is just improve the skills and abilities of police and armed citizens,” Portwood said. Blue Line Tactical Company was formally started last year during the pandemic, but with restric-

tions beginning to lighten, Portwood is hoping to get a fresh start in the wake from COVID-19. “The way I’ve got it is if you and some of your friends want to take a class, if you have a place, I have everything I need. So, I can pack it up and bring it to you,” Portwood said. Portwood offers a variety of programs suitable to law enforcement as well as civilians, carefully designed to meet specific needs. Additionally, with Portwood having at one time been a high school history teacher, he is finally able to combine the knowledge he acquired in methods and strategies of teaching with his interest in tactics, safety and firearms. “I look at these as programs, not as classes,” Portwood said. “I’m working to build a foundation of skills and techniques.” Some of the programs Portwood offers include church security, realtor safety, active resistance for businesses, de-escalation, women’s basic handgun, medical skills and rescue tactics and home defense close-quarters battle. Several of his programs are specifically fine-tuned for police departments, such as his felony traffic stop, active shooter response, defensive carbine, dynamic close-quarters battle for police officers and building search techniques programs. Portwood has designed his programs so that they are more holistic than similar programs he has participated in or have been aware of, taking multiple factors into consideration. For example, in some programs, he will administer a facilities vulnerability assessment that not only examines vulnerabilities in an active shooter situation, but fire hazards and how to maneuver in a medical emergency. Also, such as in his church security program, Portwood helps church leaders form new perspectives to keeping their congregants safe. “It’s not just for preparing for the worst situations, but the everyday scenarios that spring up,” Portwood explained. “Like guys watching for the older lady who might slip and fall or looking for people who might cause issues in the church and how to handle them. It’s not just for active shooting.” He even offers a program in which he will go to your home, assess its format and teach the skills necessary for home defense as they best align with the layout of the structure. One program that Portwood is particularly excited about is his de-escalation program, in which he helps participants explore

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Rich Portwood instructs a class in firearms tactics.

psychological barriers that an individual might have, as well as themselves. “Over the last 17 years, I have learned that it is far easier to give up some time and attempt to talk to someone than it is to attempt to rush in and arrest or get physical with someone,” Portwood said. “So the program is unique in that I spend a lot of time talking about psychological barriers that you might have and the person you’re talking to might have. I believe this is a class everyone can benefit from, whether you’re in law enforcement, security, education, hospital staff, librarians- anyone.” Portwood stresses that the programs he offers are for people of varying skill sets and abilities, especially those who feel they know nothing of defense. Be they beginner or expert, novice to no-nothing, Portwood shares that he is prepared to tailor a program to fit the participants’ needs. Already, Portwood has several programs that he’s wrapped up or is preparing for. “This past February, I did two three-hour lowlight classes, lowlight meaning in the dark or with diminished light. I have one medical skills and medical tactics course scheduled for April in Jersey County and I’m going to be doing an active resistance for business program for a small business in Pittsfield,” Portwood said. Overall, what Portwood aims to do is empower individuals to responsibly take their own safety and those around them into consideration. He expresses that he cannot certify a civilian for concealed carry, but his programs are approved

and certified by the Illinois Police Training and Standards Board, so he can certify for the programs he offers. Nevertheless, he can help better the skill sets of those who already possess a special permit such as a concealed carry license. Portwood’s abilities have been gradually garnering him increased attention, which has opened up new opportunities for him. In two weeks, Portwood will be teaching at the International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association’s conference in St. Louis, where he will be instructing a program called Innovation and Improvisation: Running a Police Firearms Training Program on a Budget. “I think they have every inhabited continent represented at this event. It’s a big deal because you have people teaching these courses who are from places like Europe,

New Zealand and Japan. You have to submit a proposal and be picked by the association, and for me, a kid from Carrollton, this is a big deal,” Portwood expressed. But, at the end of the day, Portwood doesn’t want worldwide fame through his academy. He wants to spend time with his family, so he tries to keep his classes limited to Illinois and Missouri, with an occasional visit to a neighboring state. He also doesn’t want to forget why he started it all in the first place: to make high-quality training affordable to small police departments and local citizens who wish to learn more about protecting themselves, their families and their communities. Interested persons can learn more about Blue Line Tactical Academy by following it on Facebook and Instagram.

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Wednesday, March 24, 2021

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Jr. Rotrarians for February announced

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Rotarians were presented with certificates commemorating their nomination as Junior Rotarians for February. From left to right: Rotary Club President Laura Dugas, Halle Bechtold, Matthew Hill and Cal Gorman.

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Danielle and Jeremiah Kanallakan remove trash from the roadside as part of the Got Faith cleanup effort. Jeremiah is always working on his Boy Scout community service hours. The Jersey Cleanup is a weeklong clean up effort that is set to conclude at the end of the month.

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The Jerseyville Rotary Club announced their February 2021 JCHS Jr. Rotarians. Among the four was Elizabeth Stidd.

Its Fish Stocking Time Again 36th Annual Spring Fish Sale

IT’s TREE ORDER TIME AGAIN 39th Annual Spring JERSEY COUNTY SWCD (618) 498-3712 ext. 3 3 Gallon Potted $17.00 each Sun Valley Red Maple - 3-5’ White Pine - 2-3’ 5 Gallon Potted $28.00 each Pin Oak - 4-6’ 7 Gallon Potted $48.00 each Red Bud - 5-7’ Red Oak - 5-7’ Tulip Polar - 5-7’ Bald Cypress - 5-7’ 15 Gallon Potted Franks Jr. Redpoint Red Maple - 8-10’ $82.00 Pin Oak - 8-10’ $78.00 Other varieties of trees available upon request. We have a large selection of many varieties available for you to choose from. All trees need to be ordered & paid in advance. Call the Jersey County SWCD at (618) 498-3712 ext. 3 or stop by the ofﬁce on Route 16 East next to Farm & Home Supply, for more information.

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Wednesday, March 24, 2021

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Kaylee Vahle, Boston Talley and Cole Spencer, pictured from left to right, were the winners of the Jersey State Bank 2021 Scholarship Essay Contest.

munity bank so valuable to have during the global pandemic?” Check presentations to the winners and their proud parents were held at the bank on March 12. Mark Schaefer, President and CEO congratulated the students on a job well done and wished them every success for a bright future as they pursue their educational goals at college. These top three essays have been sent on to the Community Bankers Association of Illinois Foundation for Community Banking to compete regionally and statewide. An amount of $21,000 in scholarships will be awarded to high-school seniors statewide.

By JARAD JARMON Jersey County Journal An Illinois coach organization will be honoring a former Jersey coach, who had left the school under unconfirmed rumors on social media of financial impropriety. Former Jersey Coach Dave Jacobs will be receiving the Illinois High School Football Coaches Association (IHSFCA) Ray Eliot Award. Jacobs was a 2019 IHSFCA Hall of Fame Inductee as a career high school football coach and, this time around, is receiving the prestigious Ray Eliot Award. The honor is named after former Illini Football Coach Ray Eliot, who was known as “Mr. Illini,” and is given annually to an individual for involvement with and service to the Illinois High School Football Coaches Association. This award is given each year to a person who exemplifies the ideals of humor, integrity and pride, IHSFCA HOF Chairman Jeff Alderman said.

“This person has dedicated their lifetime to the development and bettering of the game of high school football in the state of Illinois,” Alderman said. “Past recipients have included former President Ronald Reagan.” Jacobs led the Jersey Panthers from 2011-2015 to three playoff appearances and an MVC Championship, with an undefeated regular season in 2012. After five years as football coach and head strength training teacher, he resigned from the district. It was last reported in 2016 that Jacobs and the district leaders declined to specify the reason for his resignation to the Journal. Addressing rumors circulating on social media at the time about his resignation on social media, Jersey County State’s Attorney Ben Goetten had said at the time that his office was not involved in the process, and was not privy to what administrative actions were taken. Goetten has also said that he was confident the administration was focused on moving for-

ward to prevent any disruption to the kids. The Journal’s report also stated that contrary to rumors, Jacobs was not arrested in the lead-up to his resignation, and had not been charged with any crime. Jacobs also led Champaign Central high school football between 2005 and 2009, compiling a 21-27 record, two Class 5A playoff appearances and one Class 6A postseason berth. Jacobs also coached Hoopeston Area/Schlarman Academy/ Armstrong-Potomac football during the 2016 season. Jacobs is best recognized as being the first ever head football coach at Rochester High School that started football in 1995 and led the program to five straight playoff appearances from 2000-2005 before departing for Champaign Central. Since then, the Rochester football team has won eight of the last 10 IHSA State Championships under Derek Leonard. Jacobs served as a volunteer assistant coach at the

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University of Illinois with Coach Ron Zook in 2010 before coming to Jersey. Currently, Jacobs is retiring from teaching at Alton High School (AHS) in May where he has helped AHS to back-to-back seven playoff appearances including a second-round appearance while breaking the school’s single season scoring record in 2017 as an offensive coordinator. Jacobs is currently the chairman of the Illinois Coaches Association Shrine All Star Football Game. He is also the IHSFCA Co-Clinic Director and was responsible for getting over 130 speakers for the first ever IHSFCA Virtual Clinic in December that raised over $36,000 for the association. He is currently a trustee with the IHSFCA. “Coach Jacobs is very deserving of this award for his work with the Illinois Coaches Association-Shrine All Star Football Game and this past year helped organize a virtual online clinic for football coaches in not only Illinois, but nationwide,” Alderman said.

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Wednesday, March 24, 2021

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Jersey County police and traffic The following police reports were filed between March 12 and March 19. 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: Breedlove, Heather M., dob 06-23-1998, possession of meth less than 5 grams. Buckingham, Tyler M., dob 07-19-2001, harass juror/family member/representative. Ganz, Richard D., dob 04-04-1971, domestic battery/other prior. Hamelmann, Samantha M., dob 10-03-1991, criminal trespass to residence/person present. Jackson, Terry L., dob 06-20-1969, possession of meth between 5-15 grams. Jones, Amber C., dob 06-30-1997, possession amount controlled substance except (A) / (D). Plante, Rebecca L., dob 05-05-1986, possession of meth less than 5 grams, possession amount controlled substance except (A) / (D). Welch, Tyler A., dob 07-12-1993, criminal damage to property between $500-$10K. The following individuals were charged with a misdemeanor: Adams, Tiffany N., dob 06-11-1983, guardian allows child truancy. Layman, Jessica D., dob 01-19-1976, guardian allows child truancy. Long, Seth W., dob 12-20-2000, criminal damage to property less than $500. Metcalf, Fred N., dob 11-09-1942, battery/ makes physical contact. Scott, Kenny L., dob 08-08-1995, possession cannabis between 10-30 grams/1st.

Williams, Kobi J., dob 08-14-2001, retail theft/display merchandise less than $300. The following individuals were charged with a DUI: Butler, Ryan D., dob 08-19-1980, driving under the influence of alcohol. Laird, Rickie L., dob 02-04-1960, driving under the influence of alcohol. Scott, Kenny L., dob 08-08-1995, driving under the influence of alcohol/blood alcohol concentration 0.08, driving under the influence of alcohol. The following individuals were charged with an ordinance violation: Hunn, Molly Y., dob 08-12-1998, possession of cannabis less than 5 grams. Stanley, Boyce E.G., dob n/a, careless driving. The following individuals were charged with traffic violations: Atwood, Jesse F., dob 04-15-2004, operate uninsured motor vehicle. Barrett, Edward J., dob 10-14-1990, driving 21-25 mph above limit. Barry, Matthew R., dob 03-01-1989, operate uninsured motor vehicle, driving 11-14 mph above limit. Bezler, Steven Conrad, dob 06-05-1969, driving 15-20 mph above limit. Bradley, Clyde, dob 01-11-1971, driving 21-25 mph above limit. Butler, Ryan D., dob 08-19-1980, driving 11-14 mph above limit. Chappeau, Josh S., dob 05-09-1988, driving on revoked license. Clanton, Richard E., dob 08-17-1967, driving 21-25 mph above limit. Clark, Brenden Clark, dob 11-19-2003, speeding 35+ mph over limit.

Clevenger, Mallory E., dob 10-25-2003, operate uninsured motor vehicle, speeding 35+ mph over limit. Daiker, Jenna E., dob 02-06-2003, no valid registration/3rd & subq/1 yr. Dawson, Nicholas R., dob 01-08-2003, speeding 26-34 mph over limit. Donegan, Cleother III, dob 01-12-1989, driving on suspended license, operate uninsured motor vehicle. Doolin, Nicholas B., dob 01-05-1986, operate uninsured motor vehicle, registration expiration/1st & 2nd, driving on suspended license. Fester, Lucas J., dob 01-24-1997, registration expiration/1st & 2nd. Gerardo, Alvarez R., dob 04-02-1990, unlicensed. Goodwin, Mathew J., dob 12-04-1993, operate uninsured motor vehicle. Guymon, Garret T.S., dob 10-13-2004, driving 15-20 mph above limit, squealing/screeching tires. Hastie, Brandon L., dob 09-09-2004, operate uninsured motor vehicle, driving 21-25 mph above limit. Hughes, Jeffrey A., dob 02-13-1-55, depositing material on highway. Hummell, Nicole M., dob 05-15-1996, driving 15-20 mph above limit. Kirchner, Brenda L., dob 07-05-1993, operate uninsured motor vehicle. Laird, Rickie L., dob 02-04-1960, improper traffic Lane usage. Morgan, Gary A., dob 04-07-1998, registration expiration/3rd & subq, 1 year, operate uninsured motor vehicle. Motley, Jason A., dob 05-01-1999, driving

15-20 mph above limit. Preston, James A., dob 03-21-1965, failure to reduce speed. Roller, Jeffery D., dob 02-16-1975, speeding 26-34 mph over limit. Rowaihy, Marsha M., dob 09-09-1983, driving 21-25 mph above limit. Scott, Kenny L., dob 08-08-1995, operate uninsured motor vehicle, improper traffic lane usage, driving 15-20 mph above limit, transportation/carry alcohol liquor/driver. Scott, Samantha M., aka Hamelmann, dob 10-03-1991, driving on a revoked license. Short, Thoris G., dob 01-04-1981, registration expiration/1st & 2nd, improper traffic lane usage. Snyder, Caleb J., dob 09-09-1990, operate uninsured motor vehicle, no valid registration/1st and 2nd. Snyders, Robert A., dob 03-27-2001, driving 15-20 mph above limit. Talley, Nicolus W., dob 08-24-1996, driving 15-20 mph above limit. Vail, Galaxie J., dob 02-04-2000, speeding 26-34 mph over limit. Varble, Christopher D., dob 03-13-1982, operate uninsured motor vehicle. Warren, Noah B., dob 07-02-2001, operate uninsured motor behicle. Watts, Sydney M., dob 05-12-2004, speeding 35+ mph over the limit. Young, Trevor J., dob 11-28-2003, driving 15-20 mph above limit. Has your charge been amended, reduced or dropped or have you been found not guilty? Email jcjnews@campbellpublications.net to be considered for a status update on your court proceeding. Please include name and case number.

Dispositions Felonies: Buckingham, Tyler M., dob 07-19-2001, was found guilty on a charge of possession amount controlled substance except (A) / (D), 2 years probation, drug treatment, 32 days county jail; $500 fine. Cuevas, Joshua D., dob 05-30-1983, was found guilty on a charge of manufacture/possession/possess adulterants, 1 year probation, drug treatment; fine. Delp, Sarah E., dob 06-271983, was found guilty on a charge of aggravated battery /peace officer, 1 year conditional discharge, 20 days

county jail, 10 days credit time served; two charges of resisting/peace officer/correctional employee/firefighter were dismissed. Gansz, Richard D., dob 04-04-1971, was found guilty on a charge of domestic battery/ other prior, 2 year conditional; costs only. Peters, Tasha C., dob 11-20-1988, a withheld judgment disposition was entered on a charge of possession of meth less than 5 grams, 2 year probation, drug treatment, 30 days county jail, 15 days credit time served; a charge of

criminal trespass to land was dismissed; a charge of possession drug paraphernalia was dismissed; $300 costs only. Simpson, Alan K., dob 12-19-1982, a charge of meth delivery between 15-100 grams was amended/ reduced; was found guilty on a charge of possession of meth between 5-15 grams, 10 years Department of Corrections; a charge of aggravated domestic battery/ strangle was dismissed; a charge of felon possession/ use weapon/firearm was dismissed; costs only. Stuby, Nicole M., dob

08-13-1984, a charge of possess lost credit/debit card was dismissed. Misdemeanors: Benton, Adam L., dob 10-11-1988, a withheld judgment/supervision disposition was entered on a charge of cruelty to animals; 1 year supervision; $300 fine. Buckingham, Tyler M., dob 07-19-2001, was found guilty on a charge of criminal damage to property less than $500, 2 years probation; was found guilty on a charge of assault, 2 years probation; fine. Lindeman, Alexis A., dob 05-21-1983, a withheld judg-

ment/supervision disposition was entered on a charge of cruelty to animals; 1 year supervision; $300 fine. Major, Jacob M.D., dob 11-01-1995, was found guilty on a charge of domestic battery/physical contact, 1 year conditional discharge, anger management, 7 days county jail; $300 fine. Ryan Sherry, dob 03-031960, a charge of violate an order of protection was

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Feeling Diocese announces modified obligation to attend Mass Social?

Bishop Thomas John Paprocki of the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois announced that effective April 11, the general dispensation of the obligation to attend Sunday Mass and Holy Days of Obligation will expire and a modified dispensation will go into effect. The general dispensation has been in place since last March due to the coronavirus pandemic. Under the modified dispensation, most Catholics will be obligated to attend Mass, but others will continue to be dispensed from the obligation to attend Mass and Holy Days, including: Q Those 65 years of age or older; Q Those at risk for severe illness due to underlying medical conditions as described by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; Q Those who care for the sick, homebound or infirmed; Q Women who are pregnant; Q Those who cannot be accommodated at Mass because the church was

at safe-distancing capacity. Those who are sick, have a fever, exhibit flu-like symptoms or who have good reason to think they are asymptomatic of a contagious illness such as COVID-19, are excused from attending Mass and do not require a dispensation. In fact, they are morally obliged not to attend Mass to avoid putting others at risk. “The date I have chosen to lift the general dispensation is Sunday, April 11, celebrated liturgically in the Church as Divine Mercy Sunday on the second Sunday of Easter, beginning with the Saturday anticipated Masses the evening before,” Bishop Paprocki said. “The Easter season is a very fitting time to renew our commitment to worship Our Lord every weekend in commemoration of His Resurrection and to pray for God’s Divine Mercy to heal the sick and bring an end to this pandemic.” Churches in the diocese will con-

tinue safe distancing protocols and other safety measures will also remain in place such as mask wearing, pews being roped off, hand sanitizer being available in the church, the priest sanitizing his hands before distributing holy Communion and churches being cleaned and sanitized, among other safety measures. “It is essential to be physically present celebrating with the community of faith and receiving the real presence of our Lord into our hearts in the Eucharist,” Paprocki said. “As I said last May when we began to welcome people back to church to attend Mass, we are one body (1 Cor 12:12), and when we gather together in prayer, we know that Christ is in our midst (Matthew 18:20). Also, our faith is not a ‘virtual’ faith; our Lord Himself became incarnate and gave us the sacraments, with their physical signs and hidden but real effects.”

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dismissed. Sasser, Jacqueline M., dob 11-04-1965, a withheld judgment/supervision disposition was entered on a charge of battery/cause bodily harm, 1 year supervision; fine. Smith, Candy L., dob 01-08-1984, a withheld judgment/supervision disposition was entered on a charge of cruelty to animals; 1 year supervision; $300 fine.

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Jersey Calhoun Veterinary Hospital We are looking for an experienced groomer to join our team. Please come in and ﬁll out an application or call us at 618-498-2413.

The Housing Authority of the County of Jersey will be offering the following by sealed bid: 2008 FORD SUPER DUTY F-250 / 9 $XWRPDWLF WUDQVPLVVLRQ /DGGHU 5DFNV PLOHV 'RHVQ·W UXQ SEALED BIDS MUST BE RECEIVED BY

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Keeping you growing with good ideas s University of Illinois Extension 832 South State St., P.O. Box 407, Jerseyville, IL 62052

How to grow asparagus Asparagus is one of the few perennial vegetables that is commonly grown in gardens. Like many vegetables, asparagus can be somewhat polarizing; either you love it or hate it. If you’re in the love category, it is a relatively easy crop to grow. However, you’ll need to exercise some patience when growing asparagus. When growing asparagus, you’ll have a choice between planting seeds and crowns. Most people tend to plant one-year-old plants, which are referred to as roots or crowns, and for a good reason. While asparagus seeds will be much less expensive than crowns, it will take much longer to get your plants established. Asparagus plants are dioicous, meaning they are either male or female. While female plants tend to produce larger spears, they produce fewer of them. Additionally, female plants will produce fruit and seeds, which take considerable energy from the plant and sprout new seedlings, which may cause overcrowding. While male plants tend to produce smaller spears, they will also produce

more of them. Since they aren’t producing seeds, you won’t have to contend with seedlings becoming weedy. Because of this, male plants are the preferred choice for home gardens. Asparagus does best in well-drained soils that are in full sun. It can be planted as soon as the ground can be worked in the spring — typically March 15-April 15. When planting, dig a trench that is 12-18 inches wide and six inches deep. Place the crowns 9 to 12 inches apart in the trench, making sure the bud side is up. Once the crowns are in the trench, you don’t want to completely fill the trench with soil. Instead, cover them with 2 inches of soil and continue to fill the trench as the plants grow taller during the growing season. Weed control is very important when establishing asparagus as well as to develop a good crop. Early in the season, before asparagus shoots emerge, shallowly cultivate your soil to eliminate weeds. Then add a layer of mulch to help suppress weeds. During the first three years, plants should be fertilized in the spring with a balanced fertilizer at a rate of 2 pounds

per 100 square feet. Starting in the fourth year, apply the same amount of fertilizer, but wait to apply it until you are done harvesting (June or July). Now that you’ve gotten your asparagus planted and cared for, when can you begin harvesting? The year you plant, you should not harvest any asparagus. Let the spears grow and develop “ferns” (leaves). The year after planting (second year), you can begin harvesting when the spears reach 5 to 8 inches long for two weeks. After that, let the spears develop and leaf out. Finally, in year three and onwards, you can harvest through May or June (up to 8 to 10 weeks). Even though it can be a bit unsightly, it’s best to leave the fern-like growth until it begins to die back in the fall. Like spring bulbs, the foliage of asparagus helps generate energy for the following year. Good Growing Tip of the Week: White asparagus isn’t a special variety of asparagus – it’s asparagus that has been blanched (grown in the dark). This is done by burying the crowns in more soil, straw, or covering rows with row covers that don’t allow light in.

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REQUEST FOR BIDS Ruyle township, Jersey County, Illinois will receive sealed bid proposals for the following projects: s Ruyle Township Hall and Parking Lot s 48 feet X 80 feet X 16 feet Shop Building with attached 24 feet X 32 feet X 9 feet Township Building.

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Your source, every week, for all the local news you need to know. NOTICE The Village of Elsah, Illinois will hold a public hearing regarding its FY2021/22 annual budget at 6:30 pm on April 13, 2021 via video/phone conference. For participation instructions, please notify the Village Clerk (Elsah.clerk@ gmail.com with a cc to Elsah. ¿QDQFH#JPDLO FRP E\ $SULO 11, 2021. Starting April 2, the budget will be posted on the Elsah Civic Center bulletin board, 51 Mill Street, Elsah. The Village Board of Trustees will vote on the proposed budget at its regular monthy meeting at 7:00 pm following the hearing, also via video/ phone conference. 3.24

ANNUAL TOWN MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN To the legal voters, residents of the Town of Jersey in the County of Jersey and State of Illinois, that the Annual Town Meeting of said Town will take place on Tuesday, April 13, 2020 at the hour of 6:00 o’clock P.M. at Jersey Town Hall, 720 State Highway 16, Jerseyville, IL 62052 for the transaction of the miscellaneous business of the said town; and after a Moderator having been elected, will proceed to hear and consider UHSRUWV RI RI¿FHUV DQG GHFLGH on such measures as may, in pursuance of law, come before the meeting; and especially to consider and decide the following: Supervisor’s Annual Statement of Affairs Highway Supervisor’s Annual Report Powers the Electors May Take at Annual Meeting Declare Surplus Transfer Funds Establish Next Annual Town Meeting Adopt Fiscal Year Adopt Calendar of Board Meetings

Bid documents shall be available by mail beginning March 29, 2021. To receive bid documents and bidder TXDOL¿FDWLRQV SOHDVH FRQWDFW Mike Prather, Township Supervisor 34068 Laurie Street Medora, Illinois 62063 Cell Phone 618-535-0284

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF LENA SUE KRUSE, Deceased. NO. 2021-P-13 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Lena Sue Kruse, who died on December 6, 2020. LetWHUV RI 2I¿FH DV ,QGHSHQGHQW Co-Executors were issued on March 4, 2021 to Mark E. Kruse, whose address is 5307 North Street, Godfrey, IL 62035 and Mary Carol Acord, whose address is 2918 Chelsea Lane, Brighton, IL 62012 whose attorney is Lee J. Plummer, Attorney at Law, 100 S. State, Jerseyville, Illinois 62052. The Estate will be adminLVWHUHG ZLWKRXW &RXUW VXSHUvision unless, under Section 28-4 of the Estates Act (755ILCS 5/28-4), any interHVWHG SHUVRQ WHUPLQDWHV LQGHSHQGHQW DGPLQLVWUDWLRQ DW DQ\ time by mailing or delivering D SHWLWLRQ WR WHUPLQDWH WR WKH 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, 62052, RU ZLWK WKH UHSUHVHQWDWLYH RU ERWK RQ RU EHIRUH 6HSWHPber 20, 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 UHSUHVHQWDtive and to the attorney within ten (10) days after it has been ¿OHG

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Bid documents will be mailed to you by regular mail or by email. Please provide your email address. Ruyle Township reserves the right in its sole discretion to waive irregularities, omissions or to reject any and all bids. Bids must be returned and postmarked on or before May 5, 2021 to be considered. Sealed bids will be opened at 8:00 pm on May 12, 2021 at the Township Board Meeting. Ruyle Township Sharon Young Ruyle Township Clerk 3.24, 3.31

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE INTEREST OF A.H. A minor. No. 21-JA-8

NOTICE IS GIVEN YOU, Shawn Hedden, father/putative father and to All Whom It May Concern, that on the 1st day of March, 2021, a JuveQLOH 3HWLWLRQ ZDV ¿OHG XQGHU the Juvenile Court Act in the Circuit Court of Jersey County entitled “In the Interest of A.H., a minor” and that in the Courtroom of Judge Allison S. Lorton in Jersey County Courthouse, 201 West Pearl Street, Jerseyville, Illinois, on the 26th day of April, 2021 at the hour of 9:00 a.m. or as soon thereafter as this case may be heard, an Adjudication 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: March 22 2021

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IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF LENA SUE KRUSE, Deceased. NO. 2021-P-13 NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS OF ORDER ADMITTING WILL TO PROBATE Notice is given to Unknown Heirs in the above proceeding to probate a Will and whose name or address is not stated in the Petition to Probate Will, that an Order was entered by the Court on March 4, 2021, admitting the Will to probate. Within 42 days after the effective date of the original order of admission you may ¿OH D SHWLWLRQ ZLWK WKH &RXUW to require proof of the Will by testimony of the witnesses to the Will in open court or other evidence, as provided in Section 6-21 of the Probate Act of 1975 (755 ILCS 5/6-21). You also have the right under Section 8-1 of the Probate Act of 1985 (755 ILCS 5/8-1) to contest the validity of the :LOO E\ ¿OLQJ D SHWLWLRQ ZLWK the Court within six months after admission of the Will to probate. Name and Address of Attorney: Lee J. Plummer Ill. Reg. #02220075 100 S. State Street Jerseyville, Illinois 62052 Telephone: (618) 498-5213

NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on 3/17/2021 D FHUWL¿FDWH ZDV ¿OHG LQ WKH 2I¿FH RI WKH &RXQW\ &OHUN RI -HUVH\ &RXQW\ ,OOLQRLV VHWWLQJ IRUWK WKH QDPHV DQG SRVW RI¿FH DGGUHVVHV RI DOO WKH SHUVRQV RZQLQJ FRQGXFW LQJ DQG WUDQVDFWLQJ WKH EXVLQHVV NQRZQ DV DENO I NESA USED CAR SALES ORFDWHG DW 16117 Morningstar Lane, Brighton, IL, 62012. 'DWHG 3/17/2021. /s/ Pam Warford &2817< &/(5. 3.24, 3.31, 4.7

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS REQUEST OF: JENNIFER ELLEN MCCLURE 2021MR24 NOTICE- CHANGE OF NAME Public notice is hereby given that on April 8, 2021, at 8:30 a.m., in the Seventh Judicial Circuit, Jersey County Courthouse, at 201 W. Pearl St., Jerseyville, Illinois, in &RXUWURRP 7%' , ZLOO ¿OH P\ petition in said Court praying for the change of my name from JENNIFER ELLEN MCCLURE to that of JENNIFER ELLEN FLOYD, pursuant to Illinois statute. Dated this 8th day of March, 2021. /s/Jennifer E. McClure JENNIFER ELLEN MCCLURE

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ANNUAL TOWN MEETING

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

LEE J. PLUMMER Ill. Reg. #2220075 100 South State Street Jerseyville, Illinois 62052 7HOHSKRQH

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS

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Notice is Hereby Given: To the legal voters, residents of the Township of Ruyle in the County of Jersey and State of Illinois, that the Annual Town Meeting of said Town will take place on TUESDAY, APRIL 13, 2021 being the second Tuesday of said month at the hour of 6:01 p.m. at Kemper Township Hall - Kemper, Illinois for the transaction of the miscellaneous business of the said town; and after a Moderator having EHHQ HOHFWHG ZLOO SURFHHG WR KHDU DQG FRQVLGHU UHSRUWV RI RI¿FHUV DQG decide on such measures as may, in pursuance of law, come before the meeting; and especially to consider and decide the following: $QQXDO ¿QDQFLDO UHSRUW RI WRZQVKLS VXSHUYLVRU Dated March 10, 2021 /s/ Shawn Young Town Clerk

NOTICE ACCEPTING BIDS OTTER CREEK TOWNSHIP CEMETERY BOARD IS NOW ACCEPTING SEALED BIDS FOR THE MOWING OF NOBLE, MCDOW-DRAINER ADDITON & SALEM CEMETERIES The bid amount is for the mowing of all three cemeteries one time. Cemeteries will be mowed every 10 to 12 days or less during dry season. Duties of Mowing Contractor is as follows: Q Mowing of cemetery grounds and weed eating around all tombstones, fence lines, & banks. Q Removal of grass clippings from tombstones. Q Contractors must provide all necessary labor, equipment, and materials for mowing and trimming. Q Contractors are considered independent contractors so must carry own liability insurance and must provide proof. Q Sealed bids may be submitted by mail or by calling Supervisor Mary Drainer at 618-535-0342. Bids may be hand delivered to the Otter Creek Township Town Hall on Thursday April 8, 2021 from 6:45-7:00 PM. Bids will be opened at the Cemetery Meeting at 7:00 pm. Bidder’s responsibility to verify proposal has been received by Supervisor. Bids can be mailed to the following address: Otter Creek Township Cemeteries c/o Mowing Bid 16557 Shiloh Hollow Road Grafton, Illinois 62037

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NOTICE OF OFFICIAL POLLING PLACES AND HOURS

For more information call (618)535-0342.

Consolidated Election to be held April 6th, 2021 Polls will be open from 6:00AM to 7:00PM at the following locations: PRECINCT: Jersey 1 Jersey 2 Jersey 3 Jersey 4 Jersey 5 Jersey 6 Jersey 7 Jersey 8 Jersey 9 Jersey 10 Elsah 1 Elsah 2 English Mississippi 1 Mississippi 2 Otter Creek Piasa 1 Piasa 2 Piasa 3 Quarry 1 Quarry 2 Richwood Rosedale Fidelity Ruyle

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Public Information Meeting Notice Scheduled by City of Jerseyville For Improvement of Hollow Avenue

LOCATION: 1st Baptist Church

ADDRESS: 200 W Pearl, Jerseyville

Feyerabend Building

201 E Spruce, Jerseyville

Jersey Township Building

720 Shipman Road, Jerseyville

Methodist Church

1200 S Liberty, Jerseyville

Elsah Civic Center Elsah Township Community Building English Township Building Dow Southern Baptist Church

51 Mill St, Elsah 14690 Fessler Road, Dow 24377 Central School Rd, Jerseyville 24735 Dow Rd, Dow

Otter Creek Township Building Piasa Town Hall

22793 Dabbs North Rd, Jerseyville 17973 Lageman Lane, Brighton

Delhi Baptist Church St Patrick’s Church Hall

18151 Church Lane, Jerseyville 11 N Evans, Grafton

Fieldon United Church of Christ

205 S First St, Fieldon

Bethel Baptist Church

29515 Kane Rd, Jerseyville

Pam Warford, Jersey County Clerk and Election Authority 200 N. Lafayette, Suite 1 Jerseyville, IL 618/498-5571, option 6 www.jerseycountyclerk-il.com 3.24

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN W. GROPPEL, Deceased. NO. 2021-P-12 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of John W. Groppel, who died on February 18, 2021. LetWHUV RI 2I¿FH DV ,QGHSHQGHQW Administrator were issued on March 4, 2021 to Janice D. Groppel whose address is 26523 McClusky Road, Dow, IL 62022 whose attorney is Lee J. Plummer, Attorney at Law, 100 S. State, Jerseyville, Illinois 62052. The Estate will be administered without Court supervision unless, under Section 28-4 of the Estates Act (755ILCS 5/28-4), any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to 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, 62052, or with the representative or both on or before September 20, 2021, and DQ\ FODLP QRW ¿OHG ZLWKLQ WKDW period is barred. Copies of a FODLP ¿OHG ZLWK WKH &OHUN PXVW be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within ten (10) days DIWHU LW KDV EHHQ ¿OHG LEE J. PLUMMER Ill. Reg. #2220075 100 South State Street Jerseyville, Illinois 62052 Telephone: (618) 498-5213 3.17, 3.24, 3.31

MISSISSIPPI TOWNSHIP ANNUAL TOWN MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN To the legal voters, residents of the Township of Mississippi in the County of Jersey and State of Illinois, that the Annual Town Meeting of said Township will take place on Tuesday April 13, 2021 at the hour of 6:00 o’clock PM at the Mississippi Township Hall, McClusky Illinois, for the transaction of the miscellaneous business of the said township; and after a Moderator having been elected, will proceed to hear and FRQVLGHU UHSRUWV RI RI¿FHUV and decide on such measures as may, in pursuance of law, come before the meeting; and especially to consider and decide the following: Review Reports Transfer monies Equipment Review and Possible Purchase Work on the Town Hall Dated March 8, 2021 COVID-19 Rules ApplyMask required; occupancy restrictions apply so some may need to stand outside. Dress accordingly. 3.24

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ROBERT L. GREEN, Deceased. No. 21-P-11 CLAIM NOTICE

McDow Drainer-Addition located South of Otterville on the Otterville Road. Noble located on Dabbs North Road approx. ¼ mile west of Otterville Road Salem located on Salem Road approx. ¼ mile north of Route 3 on left side road by grain bins between two houses.

Dated March 19, 2021 Patsy Abbott, Town Clerk

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS

The City of Jerseyville will hold a Public Information Meeting concerning the proposed improvement of Hollow Avenue from Westlake Drive to the City Limits. The public information meeting will be held at the City Hall, 115 East Prairie Street, Jerseyville, Illinois, 62052 on March 30, 2021 between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM. All persons interested in this project are invited to attend this meeting. Persons with disabilities or non-English speaking persons who wish to attend the public meeting and need assistance should contact Denise Hayes, City Clerk, 115 East Prairie Street, Jerseyville, Illinois, 62052, at 618-498-3312 no later than March 25, 2021. Every effort will be made to make reasonable accommodations for these persons. This is a federally-funded project, and the public Information Meeting is being held in compliance with National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requirements and the Illinois Department of Transportation’s public involvement policy. The meeting will be conducted on an informal basis and an open house format. Representatives of the City of Jerseyville and Bartlett & West will be available from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM. Representatives will answer individual questions and record comments offered by those in attendance. The Local Public Agency representatives will address topics such as the need for the project, the design alternatives under consideration, right-of-way acquisition, and the tentative construction schedule. Preliminary reports and an engineering analysis with drawings, maps, and aerial photography, will be available for inspection and viewing during the entire time. The same material is currently available for review and inspection at the City Hall. If you are unable to attend the meeting in person or would like more information, contact Bob Manns, Director of Public Works, at (618) 498-3312, or bmanns@jerseyville-il.us. The design consultant for the project, Kevin Wittman of Bartlett & West can be reached at (618) 494-4001 or kevin.wittman@bartwest.com. Comments will be received until April 13, 2021. 3.10, 3.24

Notice is given of the death of Robert L. Green of Jerseyville, Jersey County, Illinois. Letters Testamentary were issued on March 1, 2021, to Linda K. Gast whose address is 924 Waggoner Ave., Jerseyville, Illinois, and Robin R. Rowling, whose address is 32 Narragansett Dr. Ladue, MO 63124 and whose attorney is Todd W. Parish, Strang, Parish & Graham, Ltd., 108 N. Lafayette Street, Jerseyville, Illinois, 62052. The estate will be administered without court supervision unless, under Section 28-4 of the Estates Act (755 ILCS 5/28-4), any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the Clerk. Claims against the estate PD\ EH ¿OHG LQ WKH RI¿FH RI the Clerk of the Court, Jersey County Courthouse, 201 W. Pearl St., Jerseyville, Illinois, 62052, or with the Executor or Attorney on or before September 17, 2021, and any FODLP QRW ¿OHG ZLWKLQ WKDW SHriod is barred. Copies of any FODLP ¿OHG ZLWK WKH &OHUN PXVW be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within ten (10) days DIWHU LW KDV EHHQ ¿OHG Dated this 3rd day of March 2021 /s/ Daniel P. Schetter CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Todd W. Parish, #6256495 Attorney for Co-Executors Strang, Parish & Graham, Ltd. 108 N. Lafayette St. Jerseyville,IL 62052 Ph. (618) 498-6821 3.10, 3.17, 3.24

Wednesday, March 24, 2021

JERSEY COUNTY JOURNAL

SCHOOL

Jerseyville, Illinois

Jersey district leaders look to repairs and acquisitions

By LUCAS GARDNER Jersey County Journal The Jersey School Board met recently and decided on, among other things, an easement for property that was sold to the city, heard bids on the East Elementary roof restoration, acquired a tractor for work and field prep and agreed to get a few new buses for students. The school board met recently and discussed several topics facing the board. The school board sold some property to the city some time ago, and on that property the city will be installing a drain pipe. Alan Churchman, director of Transportation and Facilities, addressed the board explaining a bit more in-depth what exactly was going to be done. “The lot that we sold the city, they need an easement to run a drain pipe to the south of the property that we own. It is part of the big drainage project. The easement does provide that if they ever have to go over there, they still own the pipe. They will fix it and replace what was there,” Churchman said. Depending on the weather, the city will break ground in that area in late March or early

of this tractor was not tied to Dr. Kate Sievers who is the Curriculum Director. “The only caveat is that the specs recommended are 16 speed forward reverse tractor with a shuttle. Seivers bid a 12 because they don’t have a 16 speed. This tractor will do exactly what we need it to do. I’m a John Deer guy, but I’m happy with the Kubota price.” Superintendent Brad Tuttle said. Moving from that, the school board discussed some new bus acquisitions they are looking forward to. “We discussed earlier trading in the buses that we did a lease purchase on five years ago. There were eight of those for a total of 15 buses. After trade it was $628,400 for the acquisition. These buses will have the remainder of the warranty on them. Most of these buses are two to three years old,” Churchman said. The new buses the district will be getting have 30 to 40 thousand miles on them, as opposed to the several hundred thousand miles on the current buses the district has. The new buses will have a warranty for the next few years and five years of depreciation reimbursement.

April. There is an old culvert and tile that has to be removed. The decision was made to approve this easement to keep the roads from flooding. The follow up to the easement was the discussion of the East Elementary roof that needs to be replaced. The option to go from a 20-year roof to a 30-year roof was approved by the board, which will cost an additional $53,000 for 10 years. After the 10 years, it will cost the school a total of $413,000. This will allow the whole roof system to be a new 30-year system, including the gymnasium, which was replaced in 2018. The roof will not be entirely torn down, only places where moisture has gotten between the shingles. Because of this, the roof will get a membrane placed on it to prevent moisture from getting back into those areas, after the moisture has been removed. The bid for a new tractor was also closed at the meeting. The school landed on the lowest bid of approximately $58,000 for a Kubota tractor from Sievers Equipment. The board members wanted to make it clear that the purchase

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ANNOUNCED

The Shining Knight winners from St. Francis/Holy Ghost Catholic School for the week of March 15-19 are: Kila S., Haylee P., Robert R., Jase P. and Carson R.

Tri-County Antique Club offering scholarships

Two $300 Tri-County Antique Club scholarships will be presented to the recipients from among the Calhoun, Jersey and Southwestern high schools. The application is open to students who will be a 2021 high school graduate, an active FFA and/or 4-H member and who beginning with the 2021/2022 academic year will be enrolled full-time (more than 12 credit hours) in a higher academia environment, which consist of a two-year community college, four-year university or a business/trade school. Applications must be postmarked on or before May 21, 2021. For Further Information

and/or an application, please contact Lloyd Marshall at 618-786-3348, Rita Robertson at 618-535-0107 or Gary Williams at 618-786-5884. The Tri County Antique Club is a not-for-profit club located 23946 State Hwy 3, Dow, Ill., just two miles west

HELPING TO OPEN DOORS WITH

special equipment rates FIXED RATES 2-5 YEARS 6-7 YEARS

$75,000+

Jerseyville resident named to UHSP Dean’s List

$25,000 TO

$74,999

Ethan Cowell of Jerseyville has been named to the Dean’s List at University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis for the fall 2020 semester. To be eligible for the Dean’s List, students must earn at least a 3.5 grade point average for the semester.

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of Junction 109 and Rt. 3 in southwest Jersey County. May 1 and 2 is the Annual Spring Swap Meet and Flea Market from 7 a.m. until dusk both days. The 30th Annual Olden Days Festival will be held on Aug. 28 and 29, beginning at 7 a.m.

UP TO

$24,999

2.99% 2.99% 3.49% 3.69% 4.29% 4.49% Offer available for a limited time. Rates subject to change. Rates subject to credit approval. No leases

Thankful

NMLS: 637573

PEDIATRICS

INTERNAL MEDICINE

FAMILY PRACTICE

ALLERGY DAREEN SIRI, MD

for their expertise. Doctor’s Day 2021

SPECIALTY PROVIDERS

CARDIOLOGY MANSURA GHANI, MD ARTI SINGH, MD NADIA EL HANGOUCHE, MD S. AGARWAL, MD, MPH, PHD B. AGGARWAL, MD MUHAMMAD KHAN, MD

LOURDES CRUZ, MD*

KAMAL CHOPRA, MD

NILESHKUMAR PATEL, MD

AUGUST ADAMS, MD* EAR, NOSE, AND THROAT

PREVENTATIVE MEDICINE

SARAH FOWLER, MD EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT SAMUEL CHANDRA, MD DUNCAN DINKHA, MD GEORGE DUNCAN, MD KRISTEN FERGUSON, MD PAK FUNG, MD IMRAN HASANUDDIN, MD THEODORE JEFFERSON, MD HARESH MOTWANI, MD GULAM SIDDIQUI, MD MOHAMMED SIDDIQUI, MD

THOMAS HATLEY, MD*

THERESE POLO, MD

ELIZABETH O’BRIEN, MD

KATE WILKENS, MD*

ENDOCRINOLOGY RABIA ASGHAR, MD SWARNA RAI, MD

ORTHOPEDICS

HOSPITALIST

FAMILY PRACTICE BRIAN QUARTON, MD GASTROENTEROLOGY AARON B. GREENSPAN, MD GENERAL SURGERY DANIEL HALLAM, MD ABIGAIL WHITE, MD GYNECOLOGY

*All physicians are non-employed independent practitioners of CAH&C unless noted with an asterisk.

YOUSSEF EL BITAR, MD

ANNE BORWICK, DO*

CHRISTINA DOTHAGER, MD HOSPITALIST DOUGLAS KRUSE, MD*

NEPHROLOGY CENTRAL IL KIDNEY & DIALYSIS NEUROLOGY CECILE BECKER, MD ONCOLOGY LEONARD GIANNONE, MD OPHTHALMOLOGY PATRICK BUTLER, MD ORTHOPEDICS BRETT WOLTERS, MD PATHOLOGY JEFF WANG, MD PEDIATRICS RAYMOND CASTALDO, MD, FAAP PEDIATRIC DERMATOLOGY ANGIE YOUNKER, NP PODIATRY THOMAS COCKAYNE, DPM GRANT GONZALEZ, DPM PSYCHIATRY RON JOHNSON, MD RADIOLOGY LUCAS BUCKLEY, MD PULMONARY MEDICINE MINGCHEN SONG, MD PETER WHITE, MD