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APRIL 22, 2020

Locals line State Street to pay respects to farming family

By JARAD JARMON Jersey County Journal For the Randolph family, it was an overwhelming sight, to say the least.

The Randolph family was devastated by the loss of Joel Randolph, a 43 year old farmer from Jerseyville. And on Thursday, as the funeral procession for Joel made its way north into Greene County, the Randolphs were heartened by the sight of groups of people coming out to pay their respects to the late and dearly loved farmer all while adhering to the COVID-19 guidelines.

While COVID-19 and the guidelines around social distancing have hampered many of the traditions of our daily lives, friends, families and farmers came out to make sure that the virus wouldn’t further isolate the Randolphs as they grieved.

People lined parts of State Street to acknowledge Joel’s life, a welcomed surprise to members of his family as they drove past the crowds.

Among the groups of people that lined the street Thursday were neighboring farmers with their semis on display in front of the American Legion in memory of Joel.

Featured prominently in front of these semis was

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Joel Randolph’s funeral procession passes a host of semis lined up alongside State Street in memory of Joel Thursday.

Joel’s semi with a St. Louis blues flag prominently flying on the vehicle.

“We just thought it would be a really good idea, my daughter and I, that we could get the guys together with the trucks. Sometimes they do it with tractors, but he hauled a lot of grain,” Pat Meuth, who rallied the farmers, said.

The idea came to Pat Meuth along with her daughter, Mary Capps, the night before.

“She and I were just discussing it last night, and said we need to do something really special,” Meuth said Thursday. “So, we just called a couple of guys, and they called a couple more guys, and here we are.”

More than a dozen tractor trailers and other trucks lined the end of the fairgrounds, a number Meuth was not shocked by.

“The farmers here are all

like that,” Meuth said. “They are all very close.”

The number did point to the gravity of the gesture and the desire of the community to pay their respects to the wellknown family.

Gathered along that familiar grain-hauling road were those who saw Joel grow up, those who grew up with him and those that shared the same love of the land and lifestyle that he did.

“It is a farming town, so a lot of them taking this amount of time off shows that they appreciate one another,” Meuth said.

In spite of the sacrifice during a busy farming season, the local farmers knew something needed to be done to ensure the Randolph family was supported during this time.

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Linn’s Shoes to open again, reinvigorated

By JARAD JARMON Jersey County Journal Linn’s Shoe Store and the building that houses the historic business has been given new life.

The longstanding shoe store was a staple of downtown Jerseyville with more than 50 years under its belt, but after David Linn, the former owner, announced his retirement late last year, it appeared the store’s days were numbered. Linn’s Shoes would disappear from State Street.

That was until Kyle Allison approached Linn about taking on the business.

“I approached David back in the fall,” Allison said. “I believe he had just sold the building, and we began the conversation then about me taking over the store.”

For the past 20 years, Allison has worked as part of J L Nash Portable Services, his fatherin-law’s company, but he is no novice to the shoe business. For Allison, this will actually be a return to the shoe game. Before moving to the area all those years ago, Allison worked for a family-owned shoe chain in Detroit, Mich., for four years as a salesman and stock manager. It was during that time that Allison grew an appreciation for a good pair of shoes.

“It is always something I have always noticed,” Allison said. “They are with you where ever you go… At the end of the day, if you were wearing a bad pair of shoes, you’ve had a bad day.”

So, when the opportunity arose to jump back into the shoe business, Allison took it.

Now months later, the shoe store, retaining the same Linn’s Shoe Store name, is anticipated open again — this time with a facelift and some new brands to compliment the brands returning

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Local funeral homes adjust to new normal

By CONNOR ASHLOCK Jersey County Journal Like all industries throughout the world right now, the funeral industry is not without its pandemic-induced difficulties.

Here in Jersey County, the families behind the Alexander & Gubser and Crawford funeral homes have been adjusting to their new normal as they continue to serve their families.

“The Illinois Funeral Directors Association has been keeping us updated with information from sources like the CDC, and we’ve been gearing up on our use of personal protective equipment around the funeral home,” Kari Jo Alexander of Alexander & Gubser Funeral Hom said.

Zach Crawford with the Crawford Funeral Home is also taking proactive steps to maintain a safe environment while adjusting to recent protocol changes.

“We’ve all got standard PPE that protects us from most viruses. Those things are standard practice. What is different is how we handle removals because there’s different protocols in place with nursing homes and hospitals at this time,” Crawford said.

The adjustments that both family-owned businesses have had to make are being experienced by funeral homes all across the country, but thankfully here at home, we haven't experienced a COVID-related death.

"Families are doing the best they can. They're already in grief, and it's hard to make these unprecedented decisions.”

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customers might be familiar with.

“It is still going to be Linn’s Shoes,” Allison said.

Although there will be a new face behind that counter, Allison stressed they would continue to focus their efforts on workwear.

“The people that have come in and bought their shoes from Linn’s for 50 years are still going to be able to come in and find those similar products along with some updated products,” Allison said.

One such brand is that of Red Wing Shoes, a flagship workwear brand of Linn’s. It will not only be these same old brands people have come to expect out of the local shoe store. This time around, the store will have the addition of some new brands — namely a few popular female brands.

Outside of the shoe brands, one thing Allison plans to maintain is the customer service that returning customers would come to expect at Linn’s.

“One thing David had down was service,” Allison said.

The store is set to get a soft opening in the near future, but the official opening day is up in the air, Allison said.

Whenever the historic business does open back up, though, it will not only be the shoes people might take notice of.

The store along with the rest of the building has been given a facelift — restoring it to its historic origins.

Upon taking ownership of the building, Brad and Wendy Tonsor sought to restore the building’s ceilings, walls and floors as they had done

"I know of funeral homes, not in our area, but through business connections, that are safeguarding deceased persons until after state and federal mandates have been lifted so that proper funeral rites can be administered," Alexander said.

Health professionals aren't entirely certain how long the virus remains in the body following death, but it could be for hours or days. This has not been an issue locally, but a forensic practitioner in Thailand recently died after possibly being exposed to a deceased individual who died from the virus, worrying some that it may happen in other places.

"It has been recommended to funeral homes that no one view an unembalmed body under any circumstance," Crawford said. "Everyone must be regarded as having an infectious disease for the welfare of the embalmer and funeral service professionals who prepare them for public viewing, whether during a pandemic or otherwise,” Alexander said.

"We call this practicing universal precautions.”

Though the COVID-19 pandemic has affected the normal operations of the funeral industry, funeral service practitioners have always held a high degree of respect for proper safety precautions, even in more “normal” times.

"Just like the healthcare industry, the funeral industry consists of people that want to go home to their families without bringing illness with them,” Alexander explained. “We’ve always maintained a routine cleaning schedule and high regard for sanitation, given the nature of our enterprise.”

The various businesses that comprise the funeral industry have been deemed essential services, including those companies that manufacture and sell caskets, vaults, embalming chemicals and sundry items.

“All those businesses that deal primarily with funeral service are still up and running. They have to be in order to keep funeral homes going. At all times, funeral service professionals are essential because the primary purposes of embalming, being disinfection and preservation, are important in preventing public health disturbances,” Alexander explained.

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Greenhouse toils away ahead of Spring

By CONNOR ASHLOCK Jersey County Journal Spring has come and with its arrival, Donna Russell is gearing up for the nineteenth season of her backyard business, Garden Gems Greenhouse.

“It actually started as a hobby idea.

When Shiloh Hollow Greenhouses in Otterville was going out of business, I bought a small greenhouse from them,” Russell said. “Then not long after, I realized I had to pay for my hobby somehow! And it’s worked out well.

I’m small compared to others in the area, but it’s nice for the size of operation I want to maintain. It’s more therapy than anything.”

Though maintaining the greenhouse is a lot of work, Russell has been working in gardens ever since she was a little girl.

“Both of my grandmothers were avid gardeners, and growing up we had a huge garden. I also was involved in gardening throughout my 10 years as a 4-H club member,” she said.

Being the oldest of seven siblings, Russell, who is formerly a Wagenblast, knows how to work hard and stay diligent.

“I work at Sinclair’s and do the bookwork for my husband’s excavating busi-

ness. Most of the year, Sinclair’s is my main priority, but when the time comes to get to work in the greenhouse,” she said ”They are really accommodating, I couldn’t ask to work for nicer people.

I can keep up with the store and the greenhouse for a little while, but it isn’t too long before I holler for my nieces and nephews to come help.”

“Deciding what to grow and what not to grow, monitoring the water on a daily basis, trying to determine what customers want as styles change– it has its challenges,” she said Donna will tell you though that just because it’s hard work and comes with challenges doesn’t mean that it comes without its blessings.

“This is my nineteenth year and for 17 of those years I have been blessed to have my nieces and nephews work for me as my main employees, and that’s something you don’t get to do with everybody,” she said. “They’re good kids and hard workers. In addition to this, I have the most fantastic customers anyone could ask for. They’re loyal and they’re good people.”

With everything that Russell grows in her greenhouse, she’s too busy planning for her season to worry about cabin fever.

“I mainly grow annuals, but I also

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Donna Russell, owner and operator of Garden Gems in Jerseyville, sows seeds in her greenhouse off of June Street.

have vegetable crops. I grow broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, over 25 varieties of tomatoes and about 10 to 15 varieties of peppers ranging from sweet to hot,” Russell said. “I’ll bring in some sweet potato plants and a couple onion plants as well, but those I order. I also grow custom crops for people and sell custom containers and baskets.

“Everything that I plant has been sown by tweezers. I don’t have any automation in my greenhouse at all. I’ll sow my seeds in 288-flats and eventually move them to the 606-flats. I also experiment a little with growing hydroponic lettuce and tomatoes.”

Garden Gem’s Greenhouse is located at 602 S. June St. in Jerseyville.

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Jersey COVID-19 numbers slowly rise

By JARAD JARMON Jersey County Journal A couple more test positive cases of COVID-19 have been found in Jersey County, according to Jersey County Health Department.

There are a total of 10 positive cases in the county, five of whom have recovered as of 3 p.m. Tuesday. Also, there are no confirmed deaths related to COVID-19 in

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the county. It is estimated that more than 80 residents have been tested for the virus.

According to the Illinois Department of Public Health, 33,059 people across the state have tested positive of the virus. There were 1,468 deaths reported, as of Tuesday.

In neighboring counties, namely Greene and Calhoun counties, the numbers of test positive cases has stagnated. According to the IDPH, Greene, Calhoun and Pike counties still have only one case.

(Continued from A1) “When somebody passes, you still have to try to give the family as much support as you can,� Meuth said. “The virus is a really horrible thing, but so is the death of a child.�

The gesture did not go unnoticed. “Tears were running down me and my wife’s face,â€? Pres Randolph, Joel’s father, said.â€?‌They just nailed it.â€?

Pres did not have a clue the extent of support he would be greeted by Thursday. He said he thought they might see some at the high school, but not the crowds that showed.

While he was surprised by the gesture, he was not surprised that local residents would do this for his family or any other family. “That is just the way Jersey County is,�

Pres said.

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(Continued from A1) Though the essential activities associated with the funeral industry must continue, they have not done so without complications.

Crawford noted that though funerary companies have been operating at normal capacity, they've had to adopt temporary safety procedures.

"Vault companies have changed their standard operations. There are no sidewall tents right now at graveside services, only open air tents. They aren’t putting out chair covers nor chairs right now unless there is a mourner who absolutely needs one. We're seeing some delays with shipping with other suppliers with things like urns and PPE, but we haven’t had any orders canceled or any suppliers that are completely shut down so far," Crawford shared.

Another challenge local funeral homes are experiencing involves working with state and federal mandates, which can be a challenge in a profession that keeps you on the go 24/7. “In funeral service, families function similarly to agricultural families. Not only do we deal on God’s time, but the whole family is a part of the success of the business,� Alexander said.

"We had a service that was supposed to be held at the funeral home when the rule was 50 people or less. Because of that mandate, the family decided to only hold a graveside service, but then the 10-person rule went into effect. Now the family has decided to wait until after the COVID pandemic has passed before they advance with any funeral rites," Alexander explained.

Zach Crawford, along with his father and brother, are also making necessary adjustments at their funeral home since the 10-person rule has been prescribed.

"COVID-19 has completely changed how services are handled right now. We've had to make arrangements remotely a couple times, being able to do so with the help of the software company we've partnered with. But for those that do come in, we try to limit the amount of people in the funeral home to just a few, if not one at a time. We've been trying to limit our nonessential appointments and are providing masks for people who visit the funeral home," Crawford explained.

The most challenging aspects that Crawford has observed though, concern what lies at the very core of funeral service.

"It's challenging for families. They’re already trying to cope with the loss and grief, and they're aware of the mandates in place.

But being aware of it and having to deal with it are two different things. In a small town like ours, people are used to visitations, which are beneficial. It's the way people are used to getting through the process. There's no flowers either. So if someone passes away, it's not the same. It's hard for families right now to grieve properly because they aren’t getting the traditional support," Crawford explained.

Alexander has observed the same at her family's establishment.

"Families are doing the best they can.

They're already in grief, and it's hard to make these unprecedented decisions. Friends and fellow mourners can't even offer their condolences for friends and relatives that they've known for all their lives," Alexander said.

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Beyond those who came out Thursday, the love and support has been astounding. “You can’t imagine the cards we got,�

Pres said. “It really means a lot to us,� he said later. “It was very touching.�

For the Randolph family, this support was present in Greene County as well, where residents also paid their respects to Joel.

Pres expressed thanks and gratitude to everyone that sought to see them and Joel out of the county and Crawford Funeral Home for helping to arrange the funeral.

As for Joel’s reaction to all of this, Pres has a pretty good idea. “I know he was in Heaven looking down and crying just as much as we were,� he said.

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Kari Jo Alexander of Alexander Funeral Home inventories a new shipment of PPE at the funeral home on April 17.

visitations and funerals that average around 10 to 15 people, but in rural communities like those that exist in Jersey County, more often than not you’ll see an upward of 100 people at any given visitation or wake. It is an extremely important event in rural communities like ours."

Crawford and his family are beginning to utilize different technological methods to continue serving their families.

"A lot of people are doing private services now but intend to have public memorial services later on, but we're about to start offering a service to our families where they can have their loved one's service live-streamed.

Sadly, we're realizing this isn't going away as quickly as we hoped for," Crawford said.

Thankfully, Jersey County has not felt the full blow of the COVID-19 pandemic, but nonetheless, residents have been forced to cope with it in all the ways it has affected their lives. Already, many are quickly realizing that after the restrictions have been lifted and society starts to return to "normal," there will be many things that folks won’t take for granted anymore, including proper mourning.

"Life and death are equally important elements of the human experience. It's been said before that you can't fully embrace life unless you've come to terms with its end. In a region like Jersey County, life still moves much slower than what people realize, and our values haven't changed much. When someone passes away here, it does not go unnoticed, and the life is rightly honored," Alexander said. "I believe we'll all come out of this with a deeper appreciation for life and hopefully with a deeper sense of duty to those who've passed on," Alexander said.

Crawford echoed Alexander's sentiments.

"Grief is a part of our lives and we're here to make sure that you don't have to go through it alone," Crawford said. "When we can't properly grieve surrounded by loved ones to support us, that process becomes all the more difficult. I don't think we'll easily take for granted the importance of family and friends being together in one of the hardest parts of life again for a long time."

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Senior CASA advocate reflects on 14 years

By CONNOR ASHLOCK Jersey County Journal About 14 years ago, Stacy Burney was dealing with empty nest syndrome and needed to find something to do. Little did she know in the years that would transpire her empty nest syndrome would turn into some of the most productive years of her life. “I made a volunteer job into a full-time position. I’ve probably handled around 50 cases in my time with CASA, even handling seven cases at once at one time,� Burney said.

Things have changed though, and now Burney is ready for a change and is retiring from CASA as their senior advocate. “It’s bittersweet. I want to retire so I can pick up and travel, but every time a new case pops up, I have to fight the urge to take it on,� Burney said.

Normally, volunteers work full-time jobs in addition to working with their cases, so it's difficult for many to take on more than one or two cases a year. “One case may have one child, while others may have four or five. Being retired from my job, I was able to dive right into CASA,�

Burney said Burney cites the empty nest syndrome as being the initial prompt for joining CASA, but she also desired to contribute to the community by helping children, especially teenage girls. “One of the first cases I had was a teenaged girl, and raising three daughters, I know when they sometimes say ‘I’m fine' I know it's usually not. When I took this case they said ‘No Stacy, you don’t want this case’ but I did want it,� Burney said.

It took Burney some time to form a relationship with her new friend, but she kept at her work and eventually a relationship of trust blossomed. “So I knew that I’d like to work with teenage girls that were abused and neglected-those were the ones I liked to take. I felt that they were pushed aside by society. When a child gets too difficult, some want to just give up, and that’s something that I didn’t want to do,� Burney said.

Given the experience Burney acquired through her numerous cases, she taught CASA classes for a while as well. Through the years, she saw the immense value of forming genuine relationships with her cases and imparted that knowledge to program novices. “You don’t know what you’re going into, and it blinds you sometimes. You have to work with the child to learn the information you have to learn. You’re not always successful, but the more time you spend with the child then you’ll grow closer with the child and be able to help them,� Burney said.

Burney would become so involved in her work that she’d devote a great deal of time

to every young person she worked with.

Normally, CASA advocates visit their cases once a month, but Burney visited her cases once a week. “I think a lot of people take on the attitude of ‘this poor girl, she doesn’t have a chance in the world.’ I have sympathy and empathy for the kids I worked with, which is far from pity. Pity doesn’t help anybody. It makes people think that these are just kids who don’t aren’t going to make it,� Burney said. “I told my teenagers there aren’t any victims, so stop playing one. I’d tell them to quit the pity party. I’d ask them what they needed to do and how I could help them.

When you do this, you see a totally different kid emerge. You’ve got to tell them that they can climb out of it and you can help them.�

Burney would often go on walks with the young people she worked with, stating that it helped establish that bond of friendship and trust with them. “They didn’t have to look me in the eye, and that actually helps. They learned that they were safe with me,� Burney said.

For those who have thought about becoming an advocate, but have some apprehensions, Burney says to go for it. “A lot of people think about becoming an advocate. Most of them say they’ve been looking at it but didn’t know if they were right for it. Don’t wait. Don’t let the years go by. Those that did wait say they wished they hadn’t waited at all,� Burney said. “There are not enough advocates. I’d rather have advocates waiting for a case than cases waiting for an advocate. You don’t have to do it, but call and inquire to see what it’s all about."

Burney shared that she’d like to see younger folks, especially men, become advocates. “Kids relate to them. If I walk into a sixteen-year-old man’s life, they’d wonder why some older lady is hanging out with him,�

Burney explained.

Burney has even made long-lasting friendships with many of her former cases. “I still talk to a lot of my kids that have aged out of the system or have been adopted.

I’m in contact with most of them, actually.�

The experiences that Burney has garnered through her tenure have left her with a lifetime of memories.

"The first time a young girl says she can trust me and opens up– those memories are the best. Everything changes once they trust you and they feel loved. I was once told I couldn't save them all. I replied ‘But if you can save one, wouldn’t you say that’s worthwhile?’� And the feeling when you have saved one– the feeling is just unbelievable,�

Burney said.

CASA of Jersey County relies completely on community support through business sponsorships, donations and volunteers. For more information regarding CASA, interested persons are urged to contact their Jerseyville office at 618-498-5571, ext. 152.

Pritzker: Changes to stay-at-home order coming, but ‘normal’ a long way away

By JERRY NOWICKI Capitol News Illinois Changes are coming to the stay-at-home order, Gov. JB Pritzker said again at his daily COVID-19 briefing Tuesday in Chicago, but it is unclear what they are and when they will happen.

More information on what models the state is using to predict a peak and what changes will be made to the order is “coming in the very near future,� Pritzker said, and many options are being considered, “We’re looking at lots of things like that,�

Pritzker said when asked about the possibility of opening golf courses. “We understand the summer is different than what we’ve had up to now, which has been colder weather.

We want to consider all of those things, that’s just one of the many, many things we are trying take into consideration.�

He faced the questioning at his daily briefing hours after telling the Washington Post that he is now anticipating a mid-May peak in the number of cases of the virus in Illinois.

He predicted that smaller, later peak and said wide compliance with his stay-at-home order is the reason for the delay to what was an initial prediction of an April peak. He said that compliance has helped save lives and limit strain on the hospital system. “We will be making some changes to the order as it is. But it is true that it is working,� he said, adding that removing it entirely would “open everything back up to infection.�

The latest peak prediction came as the state announced 119 more deaths in the past 24 hours – more than the previous two days combined – bringing total fatalities to 1,468 in Illinois. There were also 1,551 more confirmed cases, bringing the total to 33,059.

Still, Pritzker said, there won’t be any return to “normal� until the state can ade-

mobile within the soil with values changing constantly.

Nitrogen is typically the nutrient that plants need in the largest quantity.

When organic matter is broken down in the soil, nitrogen is available for plant use. The nitrogen from organic matter usually is not adequate to meet the demands of many vegetables, so additional nitrogen from fertilizer is needed. If the organic matter level is high or manure has been applied, the only added nitrogen fertilizer needed is for vegetables that benefit from high levels of nitrogen which includes sweet corn, cole crops (broccoli; cabbage; cauliflower; kale; brussel sprouts), and leafy green vegetables.

It is recommended to apply one or two applications of nitrogen as a sidedress after planting for these crops. For soils high in phosphorus (25 ppm or higher), no phosphorus fertilizer is suggested.

Other nutrients (calcium, magnesium, boron, etc.) are not known to be deficient in most Illinois soils, so it is not recommended to apply these nutrients.

Often, our soils in Illinois are fairly productive and do not require additional fertility; however, when it is necessary, there are 3 main options: inorganic fertilizer, manure, or compost. Inorganic fertilizers most commonly come in a granular or liquid form. When purchasing an inorganic fertilizer, the bag or container will have three numbers (ex.

10-10-10; N-P-K) which is the fertilizer analysis; these numbers indicate the percent of nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K) in the fertilizer, respectively.

A 50 lb. bag of fertilizer with a 10-10-10 analysis would contain 5 lbs. of nitrogen, 5 lbs. of phosphorus, and 5 lbs. of potassium. If your soil tests show that you do not need any additional P or K, there are options such as urea

(46-0-0) and other sources that provide only nitrogen; the same goes for phosphorus and potassium. Manure and compost are considered organic fertilizers. These two sources are great options for adding nutrients and organic matter to the soil; however, for your farm or local yard waste facility, it is not easy to determine the nutrients available without sending a sample off.

When purchasing manure or compost, it will have a fertilizer analysis listed on the bag. Fresh manure may contain bacteria or weed seeds that passed through the animals’ digestive system.

Because of the potential threat of transmitting pathogens, fresh manure should not be applied when the edible portion of the growing crop (carrots, lettuce, potatoes, etc.) may come in contact with

quately test and track the virus, and being able to do so is not immediately on the radar. “There isn’t enough testing and there won’t be for some time,� he said, adding “to really open everything up,� the state is “going to need a whole lot more.�

That means, Pritzker said, “we have to leave things, you know, still in a place that seems not normal for everybody and won’t be for some time.� “But we’re going to work hard to make it more normal and make it easier for people and certainly we want people to be able to get outside and enjoy themselves,� he said.

The state has now tested 154,997 people for the virus, an increase of 6,639 from the day before as it has yet to near the administration’s goal of 10,000 daily despite claims

by Pritzker last week that the state was ramping up testing and had “eliminated our supply chain problems as they relate to viral transport medium (VTM) and swabs.�

Pritzker said he would not follow Georgia’s lead as that state reopens parts of its economy Friday, and he said he would heed the advice of the federal government in taking broader action once the number of new cases and deaths has decreased for 14 straight days. “I want to caution that there isn’t – I don’t think there’s going to be some mass opening of, you know, lots and lots and lots of businesses come May 1,� he said when asked if there would be enough hand sanitizer and cleaning supplies when businesses reopen.

Dr. Ngozi Ezike, director of the Illinois Department of Public Health, also said there is a risk of a COVID-19 resurgence in the fall if there is still no treatment or vaccine, as is expected. “It’s very concerning that that could be a significant second wave or a second surge,� she said.

Reinvigorated (Continued from A1) at their other building that houses their personal business, Tonsor Custom Awards & Decals. Following the restoration of their own store, a passion developed for the practice.

Brad said they realized there was so much beauty in the original walls, floors and ceilings. “Restoring these buildings have been a complete joy to our life,� Brad said.

Tearing out the modern drop-down ceilings, the flooring and walls, they uncovered the 12-foot punched–tin roof as well as historic brick walls and hardwood floors that had been hidden for years. Brad said looking at and inside the building instills a feeling of wonder about the history that those walls have been witness too.

Included in their work, the couple is also bringing the upper floor back to life with

Fertilization is key when starting garden

Much like humans, plants require certain nutrients to live and grow.

There are 18 essential nutrients that plants require to grow and survive. Carbon, Hydrogen, and Oxygen are needed in the greatest quantity and are obtained from air and water.

The next 6 nutrients are considered macronutrients; 3 primary macronutrients include Nitrogen, Phosphorus, and Potassium and 3 secondary macronutrients include Calcium, Magnesium, and Sulfur. The remaining 9 elements are considered micronutrients and include Chloride, Iron, Boron, Manganese, Zinc, Copper, Molybdenum, Nickel, and Cobalt; these are nutrients are still important, but needed in lower quantities than macronutrients.

Each of these nutrients play an important role in the different structures and functions of the plant. It is important to remember that pH effects the availability of these nutrients which is why maintaining a pH between 6.0 and 7.0 is recommended.

Also, if one essential nutrient is deficient, plant growth will be poor even when all other essential nutrients are abundant. These nutrients primarily come from the soil; however, when the soil’s nutrient reserves become low, nutrients can be supplemented through the addition of inorganic fertilizer, compost, and manure.

The best way to know if you need to fertilize your garden is by conducting a soil sample.

In most cases, a basic soil test provides the following information: soil organic matter, plant available Phosphorus, Potassium, Magnesium, Calcium, soil pH, buffer pH, and Cation Exchange Capacity.

Although nitrogen is a primary macronutrient, it is often not included in a basic fertility test as it can be very

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the soil.

This can be avoided by applying and incorporating manure to the garden in the fall or composting the manure prior to application. When manure is composted, some of the nutrients, primarily nitrogen, are lost. Different sources of manure and compost will provide different levels of nutrients; see Table 1.

When applying fertilizer to the garden, it can be broadcast with a broadcast spreader prior to planting. It is best to spread the fertilizer evenly over the soil and incorporate it. Fertilizer can also be banded to the side or below the row before planting. With this method, it is important that the young plant roots do not come in contact with the fertilizer band.

As the plant gets larger,

intentions to lease it as office spaces.

Following their restoration, the building offers a historic, but new vibe to the space. “I am excited for people to see it,� Allison said of the store. “It’s really a neat looking place now.�

Because of the stay-at-home order still in effect across the state, Linn’s Shoes will be returning, but only in a limited capacity with curbside pickup. “We are still working out the details on the curbside pickup, but the way I see it working as of now is the customer placing the order and then either pre-paying or paying curbside,� Allison said. “We possibly may even offer local delivery. The main thing we wanted was to make sure that anyone that needed new boots or shoes had a safe local option.�

Linn’s Shoes is located at 114 S State Street.

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this becomes less of an issue; however, as a young plant, the fertilizer can burn the roots killing the plant. Another option is using a starter fertilizer; this is recommended only for transplants such as

tomato, pepper, and lettuce.

If you have never fertilized your garden before, do not fret! As mentioned before, our soils are fairly productive and may not need added fertilizer.

ATTENTION Refuse Site Patrons: Due to COVID-19 precautions, and City Hall restrictions on walk-in and drive-up customers, the City is extending the annual deadline for dump sticker renewal by at least one month for 2020, to June 1. We will allow continued dumping privileges for all patrons who currently have valid dump stickers up until that time. If you are not a current customer, and would like to purchase a dump sticker, you can contact City Hall at 618-498-3312 and make arrangements for payment and mailing of a dump sticker for your use. We appreciate your understanding, and your patience during this time.

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he COVID-19 pandemic has sullied so many traditional means of celebration, recognition and memorialization across the country.

This virus and the subsequent restrictions geared toward preventing further contamination kept people from going to church — at least in the traditional sense — on Easter Sunday. It has hampered, or at least restrained, the birthday parties of those that go big on their natal day.

And yes, it has even affected how we send off our dead, and this is particular difficult.

When it comes to the loss of life, this is a big deal. These are volatile times for family and friends of the deceased. And during these times, the community needs to be able embrace the deceased’s loved ones. Times when the community loses one of its members are times that require less distance — togetherness. This becomes ever-challenging when guidelines around COVID-19 understandably call for social distancing.

That was the problem that those in the Randolph family faced last week when they celebrated the life of Joel Randolph, a local farmer.

They had to work around the restrictions facing them and other families looking to bury their loved ones the right way — the proper way.

However, despite these restrictions, the events surrounding the visitation and the procession the following morning for Joel expressed not only the clear love for the local farmer, but the means to which this community will support its own.

For the visitation, lines of cars made their way through the funeral home parking lot one by one to pay their respects all while remaining safe.

The next day, groups of people including neighboring farmers made sure to see the procession and family out of Jerseyville. Farmers with their tractor-trailers lined up in front of the American Legion off of State Street, joining a host of other people in the community in giving Joel a proper send off all while abiding by the guidelines around COVID-19.

These people and the efforts they took to make sure the family knew the community was there for them served as another testament to the kind of people those in Jersey County are.

In our eyes, this showed that even a virus, however dangerous, would not keep the community from honoring their dead.

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I connected with my family over video chat.

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I watched Bible films.

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YOUR VIEWS God bless each of us TO THE EDITOR: Now that Easter has come and gone, it was sad and could not be with my family after 93 Easters with them from 1926 to 2020.

I will soon be here at the Jerseyville Estate for four years. I’m fortunate to have all these fine and dedicated workers who keep us active and going. Go bless each of them also those at Jerseyville Anor where my husband Leo is.

Abe Lincoln once said we have been the recipient of the choicest blessings of heaven.

We have been preserved these many years in peace and prosperity. We have grown in

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Dandelions are pretty, but not in grandma’s yard M

y grandmother, Mary Moore, hated dandelions.

My brother, Brad, and I could never figure out why. We loved dandelions. We enjoyed picking them to make dandelion chains. Dandelions made great dandelion bouquets to give to Mom, Grandma, and anyone else in need of instant flowers. We liked them, because they were beautiful. In short, dandelions were great. We couldn’t figure out why Grandma didn’t have dandelions in her yard and all her neighbors did!

My other grandmother, Edith Clark, had an entire yard full of dandelions. Because of this, we thought dandelions were part of the beauty of a healthy, lush yard. We were constantly making dandelion chains at Grandma Clark’s. We also enjoyed scattering the seeds. Every year, when the dandelions went to seed, Brad and I would pick the ones full of fluff and blow. Whoever blew their seeds the furthest won.

Dandelions were part of our childhood. Everyone had them, including the Coudersport Free Methodist Church across the street from Grandma Moore’s house on South Main Street. Her neighbors had them.

Grandma Moore did not.

Grandma Moore did have the occasional dandelion in her yard. Dandelions are a tenacious weed. They will grow pretty much anywhere so long as there is soil involved.

Dandelions will even root in a rock pile if there is any dirt to be had. Anywhere there is soil, there are dandelions. Every Spring and Summer, Grandma Moore waged the yearly War of the Dandelion that would have made Patton proud.

Those dandelions didn’t stand a chance!

Grandma Moore was ruthless in her extermination of the dandelion. She had the professional dandelion weed killer, and all the tools of the trade, including a tool used to dig up the unwanted weed by the roots.

Grandma Moore got it all, roots and all. She threw the uprooted dandelion in the trash with a lid, and that was the end of that! Only, it really wasn’t.

None of the other neighbors waged the yearly dandelion war. Their yards were full of dandelions each and every year. The wind ultimately blew the fluffy seeds over onto Grandma Moore’s corner lot where they took root in the lawn. Every Spring, when the tulips and daffodils and crocuses began to appear and the snow melted, the dandelion war would commence.

Forget the Battle of the Bulge. This was the Battle of the Dandelion, and it was fierce.

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BY HEIDI MOORE determined to have a dandelion-free lawn, and the dandelions were just as determined to grow there.

There was even a massive dandelion that grew up in a large rock pile near the garage that is worth noting. Brad and I picked it and turned the stem into a huge dandelion ring for a dandelion chain.

Despite Grandma’s best efforts, the dandelions continued their yearly invasion. What we didn’t pick, Grandma Moore eradicated.

To us, it was all part of the fun. To Grandma, it was a necessary part of the beginning of the Spring lawn clean up!

Dandelions have come a long way from their traditional medicinal herb roots. Not only are they America’s number one hated weed — with thistles and cockburs being a close second — but it appears the birds enjoy them, too. My mother’s neighbor, Ardelle, hates dandelions, but her canary loves them.

Apparently Ardelle’s canary, Tweety, likes dandelions so much that Ardelle is now allowing dandelions into her yard in order to give Tweety a snack.

Grandma Moore didn’t like pets all that much, but she did enjoy feeding the wild birds. If the wild birds had been wild over the dandelion heads, I think Grandma would have been a little more tolerant of the pesky, and pervasive, dandelions in her yard.

I really can’t blame Grandma Moore for wanting a dandelion-free yard. After all, the TV hosts on “The Victory Garden” and other home improvement shows make it look so easy! Just spread the fertilizer, buy the weed killer, watch the program for updates and voila! Perfect yard.

What the hosts fail to mention is that if your neighbors have great yards but lots of dandelions, so, ultimately, will you. No matter how much fertilizer you buy and spread on the lawn. I have to commend her for her efforts, though. She had the only dandelion free yard on her block!

Dandelions look pretty — but not in Grandma’s yard. Grandma Moore kept them out for over fifty years. She had a perfect lawn until the grandkids came along. She had a great lawn, but she loved us more than the lawn.

Which, in the end, is all that matters. dandelions included.

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numbers, wealth and power as no other nation ever grown. How true.

Years ago the choir Mass sang the beautiful song, “The World is Waiting for Love.”

Since then we’ve been blessed with love, time and time again, in our lifetime.

Love cannot come until each of us put Christ into out hearts, not only now but throughout the whole year.

May God continue to bless the two Father Smiths and all the fine people at the Holy Ghost and St. Francis churches and everyone in Jerseyville.

These guest columns are an opportunity for our contributors to share an idea, an opinion or information; it is not an opportunity to sell a product or a service. We are looking for informed opinion and lively debate. Our only requirements are that your column have relevance to our community and our readership and be responsibly written (no personal attacks or self promotion, for example).

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Wednesday, April 22, 2020

JERSEY COUNTY JOURNAL

Jerseyville, Illinois

Jo Ann Hardwick

Jo Ann Hardwick, 83, of Beardstown earned her heavenly wings with her loving family by her side, at her home, on April 14, 2020, after a courageous battle from congestive heart failure.

She was born September 9, 1936, in Milton, Illinois, the daughter of H. Donald and Naomi Read Foreman.

She married Arnold Deneen (A.D.) Hardwick on May 20, 1954, in Milton, and he preceded her in death on November 26, 2001.

She is survived by two daughters, Patricia Arnette (Tom) Rohn of Beardstown and Amy Jo (Rick) Kight of Jerseyville; a Daughterin-law Dawn Hardwick of Arenzville; seven grandchildren, Jaime (Kevin) Manche of Belleville, Brock (Angie) Rohn of Beardstown, Brittany (Robert) Cowan of Beardstown, Breanna Hardwick of Kampsville, Jordan (Sarah) Hardwick of Grand Rapids, Michigan, Lauren Kight of Houston, Texas and Jackson Kight of Jerseyville; twelve great-grandchildren; one sister, Barbara Dahman of Godfrey and two nephews, Jim Buckley of Weston, Wisconsin, and Clint Buckley of South Jordan, Utah and one niece, Anita Aragona of Godfrey; her special childhood friends, Zona Casteel, Doris Mixer, Evelyn Land,

Wanda Oedewaldt; as well as many faithful and loving friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one son, Donald Deneen Hardwick.

Mrs. Hardwick graduated from East Pike High School in 1954. She was involved in several businesses, including Vice President of A.D. Hardwick Construction Company, Insurance Agent at the Rockford Insurance Company and enjoyed her time as the friendly, neighborhood Avon Lady. She was a staunch Republican, involved in politics at both the local and state levels, where she worked for State Representative Art Tenhouse and was the Cass County Campaign Manager for Ray LaHood. Mrs. Hardwick was a faithful member of First Christian Church in Beardstown. She attended the original church location at 9th & Edwards and was also a founding member of the new church building located at 1421 Beard.

At the new church location, she participated in the interior design and you can still see the cross she picked out located in the sanctuary. She looked forward to hosting a weekly women’s Bible study. Mrs. Hardwick had an impeccable sense of style and enjoyed fashion, sewing, shopping with her girls

Surrounded by his loving family, Paul G. Rose died at home on April 20, 2020 of complications from lung cancer. Paul was born June 6, 1953 to Paul and Lenora Rose of Hardin. He married Anita (Fraley) Brangenberg in 1986.

Paul grew up with his 3 siblings on the family farm.

The kids helped with all aspects of farm life: raising pigs and livestock and working in the fields. They had lots of fun times together, such as marching up the hill while singing Christmas carols to cut down their Christmas tree, and walking to visit their cousins the Kamps.

Paul went to a parochial elementary school in Meppen where he tested the patience of the nuns. He later attended high school in Hardin, during those years he raised hell with the Pluester boys.

At the age of 18, Paul started working with his father in St. Louis as a carpenter. After about 10 years, he decided he wanted to work closer to home, and began P&R construction. His brother Fred worked alongside him for a few years, until they determined they were too bullheaded to work together.

Paul continued his own business, Fred moved on to a kinder and gentler crew in the city. P&R construction flourished after he married Anita. Although they may have seemed like an unlikely match, Anita was soft-spoken and careful with her words, while Paul let you know exactly what he thought – often in a colorful way, they were an entirely complementary pair. Paul was adamant about doing things right, there were no corners cut.

He was organized, efficient, and extremely hard-working, most of the time working 7 days/week. Anita managed the business and was the chief designer, Paul lovingly referred to her as “the Boss.”

Paul and Anita put great effort into ensuring they understood the needs and wants of the home-owners, with whom they often became quite close. They developed rela-

tionships which have endured for over 30 years. However, there were times when a home-owner would ask for something that just didn’t make any sense to Paul, it was something that was inefficient, or just unnecessary – in those instances, Paul did what HE thought best. Paul’s days in the subdivision often ended with a get-together of neighbors and friends at the construction site, or in a driveway. They generally enjoyed a beer or a rum and coke, and lots of stories were told. Paul was a draw to the kids in the subdivision. He created many dirt piles for them to play on over the years and always enjoyed their company. Most kids even learned a few “new words” from Paul as well.

Paul was generous beyond measure and never hesitated to help. There was seemingly nothing he couldn’t figure out and he was always ready to tackle most anything.

Paul’s hobbies included travel; he and Anita visited the island of St. Croix in the Caribbean for over 25 years, he also made numerous trips to Canada to hunt big game and to fish, and he enjoyed trips out west to shoot prairie dogs. Another favorite hobby was fishing with his grandson Michael on the lake on which he lived. He loved western movies, particularly those starring John Wayne, and he hated HGTV – as they didn’t know what they were doing. He would say, “They should just tear that shit down and start over.”

Paul was known for his words of wisdom; “It’s either A or B, and B don’t count,”, “Ain’t nothin’ to it,” and “It’s gotta be somethin’ simple.”

There are many others, and those of you who have met Paul – you know what we mean.

Paul is survived by his children, Patricia Hatem of Columbus, GA and her children Sam and Maria; his daughter Sandra Roberts of Dow, IL and her husband Jeff and their four children Nellie, Will, Edward and Michael; his son Rodney

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and she was also a lover of dogs. She was an avid fan of the St. Louis Cardinals; rooted for the Fighting Illini basketball team, and always cheered on the Beardstown Tigers. Mrs. Hardwick was a devoted mother, wife, MawMaw, adored aunt and sister.

Everyone looked forward to the family traditional dinners, especially her Christmas luncheon!

Private family services will be held with burial in the Beardstown City Cemetery.

Due to the current health situation a Celebration of Life for the public will be held at a later date. Memorials have been suggested to Beardstown Christian Academy. We are encouraging friends to leave a condolence or memory for the family on our website www. colwellmemorialhome.com.

Colwell Memorial Home in Beardstown is in charge of arrangements.

Paul G. Rose

Brangenberg of Jerseyville, IL and his wife Julie and their three children Jack, Joe, and Rose; his mother Lenora of Hardin, IL; his sister Barb Delleart of Washington, MO and her husband Gene; his sister Sheila Hermesmeyer of Quincy, IL and her husband Tony; and his brother Fred of Hardin, IL and his wife Gina. He was also blessed with many wonderful nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank Paul’s co-workers and friends for reaching out and providing assistance the last few months.

A private funeral service will be held on Friday, April 24, 2020 at Grimes-Neely cemetery in Jerseyville. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to GrimesNeely Cemetery, which can be mailed to the funeral home, 108 N. Liberty Street in Jerseyville, IL 62052. En route to the cemetery from Alexander Funeral Home, we will take PR for one last ride through his subdivision at 10 am. If you would like to pay your respects, following is the route. From the funeral home, the procession will go West on Highway 16, South on Cross, and west on Hartcourt into the subdivision, then will proceed to the 2nd Bradford intersection (closest to County Road), then follow the semi-circle around Bradford to the Hartcourt intersection, turning right on Hartcourt and immediately left on McDow, then left on Hickory Grove to Maple Summit.

The family will be hosting a Celebration of Life at a later date.

Arrangements by Alexander Funeral Home.

Where and what is this?

Hint:

Beltless wheel however will you move?

Someone get ole allis started get it flying into groove.

Previous answer: Alexander Funeral Home, c. 1864 front porch.

Harold Lee Laubscher, 83, died Wednesday, April 15, 2020 at St. Luke’s Hospital in Chesterfield, Missouri after developing complications after surgery.

He was born on the family farm in Brighton, Illinois on December 15, 1936, and was one of four sons born to Marian and Edna (Cairns) Laubscher.

He attended Brighton schools and graduated from Ranken Technical College in St. Louis, Mo. as a maintenance mechanic in 1970.

He was a United States Army veteran, and was employed for 47 years at Owens-Illinois retiring as a maintenance mechanic, and was a longtime member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Grafton.

He was an avid bowler, participating with numerous leagues in both Jerseyville and Alton from the time he was 16 years of age. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and traveling. He especially enjoyed watching his grandchildren and great grandchildren, as they participated in various sports, and rarely missed a game. He beamed when he was listening to his granddaughter perform musically in her various concerts. He was a man who truly

took great pride in his family and he loved them dearly.

He married the former Ila Marie (Vanausdoll) Hayes on August 24, 1962 in Wood River, Il., and together they shared forty years of marriage prior to her death on November 24, 2002. He was once again blessed with love when he married Jo Ann Well on January 22, 2005 at the St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Grafton, and together the two have enjoyed their 15 years of a blessed marriage.

Surviving are his wife, Jo Ann Laubscher of Grafton; his children and their spouses, Bryon Laubscher, and his companion, Angela Sanders of Shipman, Gary and Ann Hayes of Grafton, and Kim and George Wolfford of Edwardsville; 15 Grandchildren; 28 Great Grandchildren; 13 Great Great Grandchildren; a sister inlaw, Pat Laubscher of Brighton; a brother in-law and sister inlaw, Richard and Carol Well of Lewistown, Il.; as well an many nieces and nephews, cousins, friends, and a host of longtime bowling friends and their families.

In addition to his parents, and his wife, Ila, he was preceded in death by a daughter and son

in-law, Louise and Edward Joseph Baecht; a son, Robert Hayes; a granddaughter, Lori (Baecht) Griffin; a great grandson, Zachary Baecht; and three brothers, Marian, Walter and Larry Laubscher.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, private funeral services were held at the Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville.

He was laid to rest in the Scenic Hill Cemetery in Grafton, with the Grafton American Legion Post 648 conducting military graveside rites.

Memorials may be given to either the St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Grafton, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or to the ALS Foundation in care of the funeral home.

Memories may be shared at crawfordfunerals.com.

Karen Sue Wiles Karen Sue Wiles, 52, died unexpectedly at 8:08 p.m., Monday, April 13, 2020 in the Emergency Room at Jersey Community Hospital.

She was born in Carrollton, Illinois on April 15, 1967 to Steve J. Scott and Wanda (Lacy) Freand.

Karen grew up in Jersey County and graduated with the class of 1986 from Jersey Community High School.

She was employed by McDonald’s, most recently in Jerseyville, as well as nearly 15 years at the Granite City location.

She married Gregory Wiles Sr. on April 5, 1986 and together they were the proud parents of three children.

Karen had a heart of gold.

She took pleasure in the simple things in life and enjoyed surrounding herself with her family, most especially her grandchildren, who were her true pride and joy.

Surviving are her mother, Wanda Freand of Jerseyville;

her father and step-mother, Steve and Theresa Scott of Carlinville; two sons, Greg (Tobi) Wiles of Jerseyville; Matt Wiles of St. Peters, Missouri; a daughter, Beth Wiles of Jerseyville; eleven grandchildren, Lilly, Ezekiel, Eliana, Rylynn, Rion, Ryder, Piper, Shay, Matthew, Chloe and Amoni; two sisters and brothers in-law, Charlene and Jeff Cox of Shipman; Jennifer and Jimmy Kanz of Millbrook, Alabama; three brothers and sisters in-law, Steve and Natasha Scott Jr. of McHenry, Mississippi; Dwayne and Amy Chism of Carlinville and Damion and Darlene Chism of Round Rock, Texas; in addition to numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her paternal and maternal grandparents along with several aunts, uncles and extended family members.

Due to mandates surrounding COVID-19, private interment will take place at

the Oak Grove Cemetery in Jerseyville. A memorial service celebrating Karen’s life will be planned for a time when it is safe for people to gather together.

During this time of social distancing, it is imperative to share your support with the family at www.crawfordfunerals.com, there you can share a memory, a story or even a picture. Any act of kindness is greatly appreciated.

Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville has been entrusted with arrangements.

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Jerseyville, Illinois

Local Moose lodge continues to grow

By CONNOR ASHLOCK Jersey County Journal In an age when the fraternal organization seems to be a fading element of the past, there are those who are ardently working to brighten the once-diminishing flame.

Jerseyville is fortunate to host several such organizations like that of the Jerseyville Moose Lodge.

As concern from some grew over the demolition of the old Moose Lodge building months ago, the actually chapter has continued to grow from another part of town. “The Jerseyville chapter of the Moose started up again in October 2018 and has been growing steadily ever since,� Trent Long said.

Long, who is the governor of the local chapter, has been engaged with the Moose since its new beginning almost two years ago. “Mike Gentry, an assistant district manager with Moose International, gauged interest in opening a new lodge in Jerseyville. Through social media and connecting with prior Moose members, we were able to get a grassroots movement growing,�

Long said. “The decline of local fraternal organizations over the last ten years is what drove many of us to join up with the newly-opened

lodge. These organizations did a lot to support charities at all levels, and their absence was definitely felt.�

Long noted that members range in age from 24 through 70, with many members being within the 24 to 30 age bracket. “The Loyal Order of the Moose supports Mooseheart Child City and School, a 1,000 acre campus located near Chicago that provides education and living arrangements to underprivileged children. We also support Moosehaven, a 70 acre retirement community near Jacksonville, Fla.,� Long said.

The Moose also supports other organizations besides their child care and retirement facilities, including charities on the national, regional and local levels. “We have a strong external focus on service directed toward many national charities that have a connection in our area like the Salvation Army, Big Brothers, Big

Sisters and St. Jude,� he said. “On the local level, we’ve been involved in the Downtown Country Christmas Festival, bell ringing for the Salvation Army, Angel Tree Ministries and the Family Fun Festival.�

Most recently, the Moose hosted a snakebite bowling tournament at Tri-County Bowl, which functioned as a fundraiser and an opportunity for new members to get to know one another. “We’re interested in folks letting us know about things going on in the community so we can help them and get our name out there. We want to be a line of defense for the well-being of the community,� Long said. “For folks who join the Moose, it becomes another place to engage in community, but it especially gives members the opportunity to experience a brotherhood working together in service of our neighbors in our community. “If anyone should be interested in joining our

chapter, our requirements are that you must be a male who is 21 or older, professes belief in a Supreme Being, and must be upstanding in character.

Currently, there is no Women of the Moose chapter in Jerseyville, but if the interest is there, the Loyal Order of the Moose would aid in starting it up. The Women of the Moose work to support the mission of the Moose Lodge overall while providing a sisterhood for women in the community.

Long further stated that if anyone should be interested in joining the Moose or is looking for more information to go to www.jerseyvillemoose2717.org.

The group meets every second and fourth Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. at DJ’s Pub and Grill.

Only members are allowed in the meeting, but the group encourages interested and eligible persons to come and socialize to see if they’d like to join.

Birthday

Webster is 90

Bessie Webster of Micheal turned 90 today, April 22, 2020. Webster enjoys quilting. She is a housewife and has served as secretary of a trucking business. Webster has a daughter and a son, Arlene Brodbeck of Batchtown and Barry Webster of Fieldon. She has four grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren.

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NO TRESPASSING, fishing or hunting of any kind on the Buckhorn Farm located in sections 14, 15, 22 and 23 of Woodville TownDEER HUNTING land for lease. Il- ship. Violaters will be prosecuted linois residents, not outfitters. Will- to the fullest extent of the law. 2.5.21 ing to pay top dollar. Call 217-4403044 or 217-248-6377. 5.6.20 900D-NO TRESPASSING PIKE COUNTY HUNTER WANTS deer lease, insured, space for food plot or current ag fields, Calhoun, Jersey, MAYFAIR FARMS ground North of Madison. 618-406-8158 message. Highway 10 East of Nebo is private property. Trespassing is forbidden.

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The Peace of Fussen was signed, restoring the status quo of Germany.

U.S. President George Washington proclaimed American neutrality in the war in Europe.

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The first shot of the Spanish-American war occurred when the USS Nashville captured a Spanish merchant ship.

Babe Ruth made his pitching debut with the Baltimore Orioles.

At the Second Battle Ypres the Germans became the first country to use poison gas.

The New York Yankees wore pinstripes and the hat-inthe-ring logo for the first time.

British naval forces attempted to sink block-ships in the German U-boat bases at the Battle of Zeeburgge.

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Egypt signed the treaty of friendship with Iraq.

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The U.S. Senate Army-McCarthy televised hearings began.

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Jersey County police and traffic The following police reports were filed between April 3 through April 16.

These reports are public information and are obtained from the Jersey County Circuit Clerkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office. All individuals have been arrested and charged, or cited in the case of traffic violations. All are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Week of April 3 through April 9.

The following individuals were charged with a felony: Whitlock, Brad A., dob 01-14-1977, possession of meth between 5 and 15 grams, possession hypodermic/syringe/needles.

Bridges, Kristen M., dob 05-07-1999, possession of controlled substance in penal institution.

Bollinger, Paul W., dob 01-26-1989, possession of meth less than 5 grams, felony possess/use weapon/ firearm, violation of order after served notice, possession drug paraphernalia.

Alexander, Angela L., dob 09-29-1976, forgery, make/alter document, theft deception intent less than $500.

The following individu-

als were charged with a misdemeanor: Tedrow, Tamara J., dob 03-09-1974, domestic battery/bodily harm.

Bridges, Kristen M., dob 05-07-1999, obstructing identification.

The following individuals were charged with an ordinance violation: Roady, Stephen W., dob 02-18-1958, possession cannabis.

Maggart, Stephen W., dob 04-24-1960, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of cannabis.

Badalamenti, Mark A., dob 08-24-1962, animals running at large.

The following individuals were charged with a traffic violation: Phelps, Linda, dob 10-111948, improper passing on the left, operate uninsured motor vehicle.

Davis, Patrick H., dob 04-02-1991, failure to reduce speed.

Kaylor, Kaleb D., dob 02-27-1997, driving 11-14 mph above limit.

Benton, Dcarlos J., dob 02-15-1994, failure to reduce speed, operate uninsured motor vehicle.

Week of April 10 through April 16.

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Felonies: Fearan, Mariah Rose, dob 08-21-1993, a charge of possession amount controlled substance and possession of hypodermic/ syringe/needles was dismissed, was found guilty on a charge of bringing a controlled substance into a penal institution; a 3 year conditional discharge; drug treatment; a charge of possession controlled substance in a penal institution was dismissed; a charge of possession amount controlled substance was dismissed; $1,754 costs and fine.

Misdemeanors: Tedrow, Tamara J., dob 03-1974, was found guilty on a charge of domestic battery/bodily harm; one year conditional discharge; $739 fine.

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.

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NOTICE NOTICE Brad McNatt 19549 Dabbs Rd., Jerseyville CONTACT AFFORDABLE STORAGE

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: PATRICK ANDREW VOELKEL, Deceased.

2020P22 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Patrick Andrew Voelkel. /HWWHUV RI 2IÂżFH ZHUH LVVXHG to Dawn Marie Womack of Jerseyville, Illinois as Independent Administrator, whose attorney is Donald R. Schaaf, Jr., 116 W. Pearl Street6XLWH -HUVH\YLOOH ,OOLQRLV 62052-1676.

Claims against the estate PD\ EH ÂżOHG LQ WKH RIÂżFH RI WKH &OHUN RI WKH &LUFXLW &RXUW +RQRUDEOH &KDUOHV ( +XHEHQHU -HUVH\ &RXQW\ &RXUWKRXVH : 3HDUO -HUseyville, Illinois 62052 or with the representativeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney, Donald R. Schaaf, Jr., 116 W. 3HDUO 6WUHHW 6XLWH -HUseyville, Illinois 62052-1676, or both, within (6) months IURP WKH GDWH RI WKH LVVXance of letters, and any claim QRW ÂżOHG ZLWKLQ WKDW SHULRG LV barred. Copies of a claim ÂżOHG ZLWK WKH FOHUN PXVW EH mailed or delivered to the representativeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney within ten (10) days after it has been ÂżOHG &KDUOHV ( +XHEHQHU &OHUN RI WKH &LUFXLW &RXUW -HUVH\ &RXQW\ ,OOLQRLV Attorney for Independent Administrator: Donald R. Schaaf, Jr., #6620445 Attorney-at-Law 116 W. Pearl Street Jerseyville, Illinois 620521676 Telephone: 618/498-3162 Facsimile: 618/498-8220 4.22, 4.29, 5.6

The following individuals were charged with a ordinance violation: Foster, Jacob W., dob 05-28-1990, criminal trespass to real property.

Lewis, Jessica D., dob NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING On May 15, 2020 at 1:00 pm a Timely and Meaningful Consultation meeting will be conducted at Region III Special Education Cooperative ofÂżFH ORFDWHG DW 6WRUH\ Lane, Cottage Hills, IL E\ member districts which include Bethalto CUSD (DVW Alton CUSD 13, EAWRHS 14, Jersey CUSD 100, Southwestern CUSD9, WR-Hartford CUSD15.

In the event schools remain closed, the meeting will take place remotely via Google Meets. You can join the meeting at meet.google.com/ sbn-zfch-jxd or join by phone DW PIN The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plan to provide services to private school students and homeschooled students with disabilities for the 2020-2021 school year. If you are a parent of a home- schooled student with disabilities within these member districtsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; boundaries, you are urged to attend.

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The following individuals were charged with a felony: Benton, Dcarlos J., dob 02-15-1994, possession cannabis 100-500 grams.

The following individuals were charged with a misdemeanor: Gibson, Alexandria L., dob 07-20-1995, resisting/ peace officer/correctional employee/firefighter.

Wyhs, Jerry Lee, dob 09-19-1984, resisting/ peace officer/correctional employee/firefighter.

The following individual was charged with a conservation violation: Hallemeier, Alex L., dob 02-22-1998, violate rule/ state park.

The following individuals were charged with a driving under the influence: Pedersen, Tia L., dob 01-14-1982.

Merriweather, John Wesley, dob 10-04-1962.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF DORIS L. WEISHAAR, Deceased.

No. 2020-P-18 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Doris L. Weishaar of Jerseyville, Jersey County, Illinois. Letters Testamentary were issued on April 1, 2020, to Susan Kennedy whose address is 2 Arbor Point Court, St. Charles, MO 63303, and whose attorney is William H. Strang, 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 ÂżOHG LQ WKH RIÂżFH 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 October 16, 2020, and any claim QRW ÂżOHG ZLWKLQ WKDW SHULRG LV barred. Copies of any claim ÂżOHG ZLWK WKH &OHUN PXVW EH mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within ten (10) days after LW KDV EHHQ ÂżOHG Dated this 7th day of April, 2020. /s/ Charles E. Huebener CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT William H. Strang #3124606 Attorney for Executor Strang, Parish & Graham, Ltd. 108 N. Lafayette St. Jerseyville, IL 62052 Ph. (618) 498-6821 4.15, 4.22, 4.29

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DEFENDANTS 2019CH39 RESIDENTIAL NOTICE OF SHERIFFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 01/31/2020, the Sheriff of Jersey County, Illinois will on May 20, 2020 at the hour of 9:00 AM at Jersey County Courthouse, 201 West Pearl Jerseyville, IL 62052, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Jersey and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOTS 5 AND 6, EXCEPT 44 FEET OFF THE WEST SIDE OF LOT 6 IN BLOCK 4 OF EATON AND SCOTTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF JERSEYVILLE, SITUATED IN THE CITY OF JERSEYVILLE, JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS, WITH PRIVILEGE OF AND SUBJECT TO EASEMENTS, RESERVATIONS, RIGHT OF WAY GRANTS, EXCEPTIONS, COVENANTS, AGREEMENTS AND RESTRICTIONS OF RECORD. PIN 04-504-005-00 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1007 W. Exchange St. Jerseyville, IL 62052

09-10-1984, possession of drug paraphernalia.

Ulrich, Matthew, dob 11-05-1997, possession of cannabis.

Loveless, Angela M., dob 11-18-1978, dog at large.

Bechtold, Bradley J., dob 11-01-1975, careless driving.

Schollmeyer, Dawn M., dob 07-30-7980, dog running at large.

The following individuals were charged with a traffic violation: Thomas, Sherry K., dob 11-22-1962, driving 21-25 mph above limit.

Gossage, Montana C., dob 09-29-1999, speeding 26-34 mph over limit.

Stark, Lucas A., dob 01-29-1981, failure to reduce speed.

Merriweather, John Wesley, dob 10-04-1962, improper traffic lane usage, seat belt required/driver, operate uninsured motor CLAIM NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JOE W. MINTON, Deceased No. 2020-P-19 Notice is given of the death of Joe W. Minton of Brighton, Illinois and that Letters RI 2IÂżFH ZHUH LVVXHG RQ March 25,2020, to Michelle 5LW]KDXSW ZKR ZLOO DFFHSW PDLO WKURXJK WKH DGGUHVV RI her attorney, MillerKing LLC, 2410 State Street, Alton, IL 62002.

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Caldwell, Gary L., dob 09-14-1944, driving 11-14 mph above limit.

Kimble Elijah A., dob 04-23-2000, driving 15-20 mph above limit.

Galinsky, Gary M., dob 03-30-1966, speeding 35+ mph over limit.

Landry, Jamie A., dob 02-01-1977, speeding 26-34 mph over limit.

Mylabathala, Boaz A., dob 06-13-1997, driving

15-20 mph above limit.

Nelson, Mark D., Jr., dob 03-31-1979, driving 15-20 mph above limit.

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JERSEY COUNTY JOURNAL

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Jerseyville, Illinois

News items from the pages of Jersey County Journal 5 years ago April 22, 2015 The Jerseyville Bullets Little League baseball team experienced a once-in-alifetime evening because Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred had coffee with the head of the Little League Organization. Manfred, who has been the MLB commissioner since January, wanted his organization to be more involved with Little League baseball. The two men came up with an idea of showcasing a local Little League team and community during each Sunday Night Baseball broadcast on ESPN this season.

A U.S. Army veteranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name adorns U.S. Highway 67 from I-255 north to Kane, and Wednesday marks 70 years since he received his Medal of Honor. Clifford Kimbrel, while tearing up linoleum flooring in a house, found copies of a May 16, 1945 issue of the St. Louis Globe Democrat newspaper. A photo of Lt. Gen. Alexander Patch shaking the hand of Dunham graced the top

of the page with a brief article about Dunhamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s efforts during the WW II. As part of a task force fighting child pornography, a Jerseyville police officer assisted in an Edwardsville arrest. Jay A. Hanks, 42 of Edwardsville, was arrested on four counts of child pornography and seven counts of aggravated assault following the execution of a search warrant by seven officers from multiple jurisdictions, according to a press release from Madison County Stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Attorney Thomas Gibbons.

10 Years Ago April 21, 2010 The Southwestern school board voted to double registration for instructional fees for next school year to help make up a projected budget shortfall. The registration fee for grades kindergarten through eighth grade will go to $120 per student per year next fall, while the book fee at Southwestern High School will jump to $160, or $80 per semester.

The rising cost of pro-

viding the recycling program for residents of the county coupled with the dire financial situation the county is facing has forced the county board to scale back the program beginning May 1. County Board Member Donna Moore, who is also the chairman of the environmental committee which oversees the recycling program, said the recycling centers will still accept plastic bottles, cardboard and newspapers.

However, she noted that the centers will no longer accept the mixed recyclables which includes glass, plastic, aluminum and tin.

In an effort to keep the residents of Jerseyville safe, the city will be installing a second omni-directional emergency siren in the near future. Jeff Soer, who is the zoning officer for the city, informed the council at Tuesday nightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s meeting that the siren has arrived. However, he added that with all of the storms that have occurred in the southern states recently, the pole that the siren will be affixed to is on back-order.

Illinois Higher Education Emergency Fund raises $550K Illinois Board of Higher Education, Illinois Community College Board, and Illinois Student Assistance Commission are rallying private funders to support grants to meet emergency needs of low-income students at the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s public colleges and universities.

Illinois public universities serve more than 50,000 low-income students, and the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s community colleges serve more than 81,000 low-income students. To date the fund has raised $550,000.

Deputy Governor for Education Jesse Ruiz said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Students are our priority and Illinois is doing everything it can to keep them safe and keep them on a path to their educational goals. That means taking extraordinary measures to make sure they can still participate in their classes when faced with emergencies, like not being able to pay the utility bill or needing to put food on the table. I appreciate the three boards for initiating the Public University and Community College Student COVID-19 Emergency Fund.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are reaching out to the civic and philanthropic community that cares about equity in higher education,â&#x20AC;? IBHE Chair John Atkinson said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We know COVID-19 is already severely impacting minority communities disproportionately from a health perspective, but it

also puts at risk thousands of studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ability to continue their post-secondary education.â&#x20AC;?

The money raised will be allocated to public universities and community colleges based on their percentage and number of low-income students. â&#x20AC;&#x153;While colleges and universities are doing all they can to help students during this pandemic, vulnerable students still face the unstable housing, food insecurity, or lack computer equipment and internet access,â&#x20AC;? IBHE Executive Director Ginger Ostro explained. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This fund will help meet those needs.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;This fund, in conjunction with institutionsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; emergency funds, will make the difference between a student who can stay in college and a student who has to drop out.

The COVID-19 pandemic has been especially hard on low-income students, and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m impressed by the donors who are making it possible for these students to weather the transition,â&#x20AC;?

ICCB Executive Director Brian Durham said.

Examples of students who are at risk of dropping out due to the impact of COVID-19 include: A student in quarantine at home awaiting a COVID-19 test, who is not eligible for paid time off from his job. He cannot afford food or medication and worries how this will affect his education.

A single mother in college who has lost her job and is no longer able to afford diapers or formula.

A student studying from home whose only computer is too old to support the software needed for classes. Plus, her father, a restaurant worker, is concerned that heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll lose his job. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We know that lowincome students have great financial need in the best of times. These are not the best of times. Students who stop out of class are less likely to complete their education,â&#x20AC;? Eric Zarnikow, ISAC executive director, said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The challenges faced by these students right now, coupled with the economic downturn as a result of the pandemic, means students who drop out now may never come back to finish their studies. This fund can help students across the state bridge that gap.â&#x20AC;?

This fund will be administered by the Southern Illinois University Foundation. The institutions each have an established foundation capable of quickly receiving and distributing funds.

All part-time and fulltime students in good standing are eligible. The money will be distributed as grants, which do not have to be paid back. Students should contact their school directly to find out how to access the emergency funds.

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The billboard in the Sweet Peaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parking lot is decked out in support of the JCHS Class of 2020, who have had to sacrifice a considerable portion of their high school experience due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Friday, June 12: Land of Lincoln Expungement Day, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Job Center, 301 W. Exchange Street in Jerseyville. Those with a criminal record in Jersey and/or Calhoun counties may

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Jersey superintendent comments on school closure for rest of year

By JARAD JARMON Jersey County Journal Jersey Community School District Superintendent Brad Tuttle addressed the announcement Gov. JB Pritzker made closing schools for the rest of the academic school year.

Following the lead of nearby states, Gov. JB Pritzker last week announced Illinois’ public and private schools will remain shuttered for the rest of the school year.

After that announcement was made, Tuttle assured parents and community members in a letter that Jersey School District would be committed to engaging with students through remote learning.

“These past few weeks have proven our school community is more resilient, more capable and more compassionate than maybe what we previously realized,” Tuttle said.

“I’m confident our collective strength will shine through during the remainder of the school year, and we will emerge even stronger.”

That being said the announcement will mean multiple scheduling changes in the district.

“It will take us a few days to sort out the many schedule details that are on the books, including all extra-curricular, awards banquets, graduation, etc.,” Tuttle said in the letter. “…I know this is not the school year that any of us imagined, but I want to thank you for your patience and understanding as we have dealt with this unprecedented situation together.”

The closure announcement came one month after Pritzker first announced a temporary school closure amid the COVID-19 pandemic, and on the same day the state announced 62 more deaths and 1,842 new confirmed cases – the largest single-day spike so far. That brought total deaths to 1,134 and total cases to 27,575.

Pritker said the state’s COVID-19 curve is “flattening, not flat,” and key metrics

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Staff at West Elementary send a message to students during school closure that was just announced to continue for the rest of the academic school year.

to watch are hospitalization rate and how long it takes for the number of cases to double.

Both are decreasing, but not at a level that indicates the curve is declining yet, he added.

As of Friday, the state had 926 of 2,979 intensive care unit beds available statewide, or about 30 percent. There were 1,918 available ventilators of 3,213, or about 60 percent.

Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike said Friday’s new case count appears so high because health care personnel are testing more people, and she and Pritzker agreed that fatality and case count increase rates have not peaked yet.

The state reported 7,574 more people tested in the past day, the second largest daily total thus far. There now have been 130,163 people tested for the virus in Illinois.

As cases have now been confirmed in 92 of Illinois’ 102 counties, Pritzker made the call Friday to cancel school, public and private, for the rest of the academic year.

“Folks, I’ve said time and time again, my decisions are hard ones, but they will follow the science. And the science says our students can’t go back to their normal routine,” Pritzker said. “... My priority remains unchanged — how do

we save the most lives during this very difficult time.”

In an average day, Pritzker said, 2 million K-12 students would meet in large groups in hallways, classrooms and extracurricular activities before going home.

That pattern “opens up a nearly limitless opportunity for potential COVID-19 infection in a time when our health care workers, our researchers, our scientists and our first responders need us to bend the curve downward,” he added.

Ezike said social distancing is working and needs to continue.

The governor said one of the difficulties in the decision was the fact that students would have fewer instructional hours, and that Illinois is an education landscape in which some districts are better able to enact remote learning than others.

But Illinois administrators and educators are “stepping up to ensure that every child in this state receives the education they deserve,” he said, even if the method varies by community.

Guidance offered by the Illinois State Board of Education includes daily check-ins on each student by the teacher and grading reflective of “the unprecedented cir-

cumstances in which students are attempting to continue their studies,” Pritzker said.

Pritzker also announced another $569 million in federal funding will be available to Illinois schools as part of the recent federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security, or CARES Act. Districts will receive a portion of that funding proportional to how many low-income students they teach. ISBE officials will allocate additional money to communities most in need of resources, the governor said. That funding may be spent on technology for students and teachers and meals to distribute to those youth that need them.

“Our school buildings may be closed, but the hearts and the minds of our teachers and students are wide open,” Illinois Superintendent of Schools Dr. Carmen Ayala said. “This pandemic has altered the fabric of how we teach, how we learn and how we connect, but it has not shaken the core of what our schools do, and that is to take care of Illinois’ children and prepare them for what is next.”

She added state officials do not “expect” students to learn everything they would have this year had in-person classes continued. The agency plans to release guidance to assist schools address “learning loss.”

Rebecca Anzel of Capitol News Illinois contributed to this article.

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Class of 2020 honored amid school closure

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Students take a break from their activities to pose for a photo.

By CONNOR ASHLOCK Jersey County Journal On Friday, April 17, at 8:20 p.m., the lights of the the Snyders Sports Complex in Jerseyville lit up for 20 minutes and 20 seconds in honor of the JCHS Class of 2020.

Several dozen seniors showed up in hoodies and wrapped in blankets, braving the crisp night air as they took to the field to share the unique experience together.

Some were tossing around the football while others were there for conversation, all while maintaining social distancing.

Parents looked on from in front of the bleachers, shedding tears and offering encouragement to one

another as they watched their nearly-grown seniors enjoy their time together, even though they’ve had to sacrifice the last leg of their high school career due to the coronavirus.

Prom, graduation, banquets, the National Honor Society induction, senior nights — all have been postponed or canceled until more information becomes available.

The scene in the parking lot before and after the students took to the field resembled a normal Friday night on the town. Dozens of cars parked side-by-side with friends enjoying their brief time together.

It was a night that won’t soon be forgotten by these seniors, nor their parents.

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