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Eckert’s Grafton Farm opens for the season; Belleville farm’s final weekend for blackberry picking

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Eckert’s Grafton Farm opens for the season; Belleville farm’s final weekend for blackberry picking

Eckert’s blackberries. Eckert’s Grafton Farm (20995 Eckert Orchard Rd, Grafton, IL 62037) officially opened for the season today (Friday, June 13), kicking things off with a fan-favorite: Pick-Your-Own black raspberries. This limited-time crop will be available through Sunday (June 13–15), 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. The farm will remain open throughout the season, closed on Mondays. Pick-Your-Own blackberries will begin later this month. To purch…Read Article

Heroes’ Ascent Fundraiser celebrates updates, honors history at Grafton American Legion on D-Day

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Heroes’ Ascent Fundraiser celebrates updates, honors history at Grafton American Legion on D-Day

The National Memorial of Military Ascent (NMMA) held its highly anticipated Heroes’ Ascent Fundraiser on Friday, June 6, 2025, at the Grafton American Legion, drawing hundreds of supporters to an evening of remembrance, music, and momentum for the future of the memorial. Guests enjoyed a full dinner from The Brass Door, desserts, live performances by Mark and the Angry Heart and Jake Weber & The Lonesome Drifters, and the excitement of a Foundin…Read Article

New LC Board members seated

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New LC Board members seated

There are some new faces on the Lewis and Clark Community College's Board of Trustees. Among them is the newest student trustee Jim Eck of Grafton. He is a non-traditional Read Article

Grafton unveils first statue in new military memorial honoring Pointe Du Hoc

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The first life-size statue has been unveiled at the National Memorial of Military Ascent, honoring the assault on Pointe Du Hoc.Grafton · Grafton See the Story

Great Rivers & Routes celebrates the power of travel during National Travel & Tourism Week

Week-long spotlight on travel takes place May 5-9 National Travel and tourism Week (NTTW) shines a spotlight on the U.S. travel industry’s essential role in driving economic growth, creating jobs and enhancing the nation’s global competitiveness. The Great Rivers & Routes Tourism Bureau is showcasing it’s role in the travel industry with a series of travel segments on KMOV-TV throughout the week culminating with a live broadcast of Great Day St.…Tourism · Grafton Read Article

Ferry Task Force to meet

The next step in the pursuit of year-round ferry service to and from Grafton is planned for tonight (Wednesday). The Ferry Task Force, led by Chairman George Andres, will discussGrafton · Grafton Read Article

Restaurant boom in Grafton, grocery store fails to materialize

After the historic flood of 2019 and the pandemic that nearly shut down the town’s business community, the Grafton economy was hearing news of a Dollar General showing interest inPandemic · Grafton Read Article

Grafton takes charge on intersection

The City of Grafton ADA-compliant crosswalk at the Mulberry Street / Route 100 intersection has been nearly complete for a month, but the city engineer says a subcontractor is theGrafton · Grafton Read Article

Progress continues for Military Ascent project

The National Memorial of Military Ascent coming to Grafton continues to show progress. The project started in 2021, and over $3-million has been raised toward the $6-million project. The 12Grafton · Grafton Read Article

Northeast Ohio shines spotlight on girls hockey by hosting Tier II Nationals

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Girls hockey is one of the fastest growing youth sports in the United States. That growth is also happening Northeast Ohio.Hockey · Grafton See the Story

Riders Up! Hobby Horse Race Debuts in Grafton

Hobby Horse racing is coming to Grafton Winery The Vineyards on April 26 and organizers are looking for creative and athletic teams to help round out the field of competitors. The first-annual Grape Gallup will be held at Grafton Winery the Vineyards from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. with the first race starting at 2 p.m. The event is free to attend and spectators are encouraged to dress in their best Kentucky Derby attire to cheer on the Hobby Horse racer…Riders · Grafton Read Article

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