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Former Jersey County Treasurer Sentenced for Stealing $58,000 in Public Funds

Theft · Jersey County

Former Jersey County Treasurer Sentenced for Stealing $58,000 in Public Funds

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Former Jersey County Treasurer Katie Abbey has pleaded guilty to Class 1 felony theft by deception. The Illinois Attorney General’s Office says Sangamon County Circuit Court Chief Judge Daniel Wright See the Story

Local Woman Who Embezzled over $26k Sentenced to 5 Years Probation and Restitution

Jerseyville · Jerseyville

Local Woman Who Embezzled over $26k Sentenced to 5 Years Probation and Restitution

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Amanda Marie Gunderson appeared in District Court Tuesday morning after pleading guilty to felony fraud | Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com IDAHO FALLS — A local woman was sentenced after pleading guilty to felony fraud after she embezzled over $26,000 from her former employer in 2023. Amanda Marie Gunderson accepted a plea agreement admitting guilt to felony fraud and criminal possession of a financial transaction card or number to purchase …See the Story

Jeff Guilander, Jerseyville, 06/14/25

Jerseyville · Jerseyville

Jeff Guilander, Jerseyville, 06/14/25

A mixed week of weather equals good growing conditions. Last week had some heat to help dry things out, balanced by some moisture to keep plants in good growing conditions. Early planted corn is reaching a stage where it hits…Read Article

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…Grafton · Grafton Read Article

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…Grafton · Grafton Read Article

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-traditionalGrafton · Grafton Read Article

What’s Happening in and Around Jersey County 6/5/25

June 12th, 2025, Thursday Free Community lunch. Got Faith Ministry Building, 508 W. Pine St. Jerseyville, IL 62052. Adults and kids welcome. Spaghetti, garlic bread, salad, and dessert.Jerseyville · Jerseyville Read Article

CLASSIFIEDS: May 29, 2025

FOR RENT – JERSEY COUNTY FOR SALE OR LEASE: 106 and 108 S. State Street, Jerseyville, IL. These are buildings in the heart of downtown Jerseyville. They can be purchased or leased individually or as one building. Approximately 2365 square feet per building. The building’s front on State Street and goes back to the alley. Formally, the buildings were the State of Illinois Department of Children and Family Service’s office. Call 618-885-5310 or 61…Jersey County · Jersey County Read Article

Jeff Guilander, Jerseyville, 05/17/25

The fieldwork window opened a little wider last week allowing some to finish up and get a lot of spraying done. Stands are interesting with planting date and conditions making some more questionable than we like. The fields that are…Jerseyville · Jerseyville Read Article

CLASSIFIEDS – May 15, 2025

FOR SALE OR LEASE: 106 and 108 S. State Street, Jerseyville, IL. These are buildings in the heart of downtown Jerseyville. They can be purchased or leased individually or as one building. Approximately 2365 square feet per building. The building’s front on State Street and goes back to the alley. Formally, the buildings were the State of Illinois Department of Children and Family Service’s office. Call 618-885-5310 or 618-498-5213 5.29.25 HELP W…Jersey County · Jersey County See the Story

Jersey County police and traffic – May 15, 2025

The following police reports were filed between May 02 and May 08, 2025. These reports are public information and are obtained from the Jersey County Circuit Clerk’s office. All individuals have been arrested and charged, or cited in the case of traffic violations. All are presumed innocent until proven guilty. The following individuals were charged with a felony: Katie M. Abbey, dob 8-21-1987, theft deception intent between 10K-100K. Javen E. W…Jersey County · Jersey County Read Article

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