Grafton, IL News

Grafton's National Memorial of Military Ascent Dedication Ceremony Scheduled for This Weekend

GRAFTON - The National Memorial of Military Ascent will be officially dedicated this weekend....

Two Rivers Family Fishing Fair Promises Fun Day for All Ages

GRAFTON - The Two Rivers Family Fishing Fair promises a fun day for fishing enthusiasts and...

Four Charged With Driving On Revoked Licenses, Other Offenses In Jersey County

JERSEYVILLE – Felony and misdemeanor charges have been filed in Jersey County against residents...

Two Rivers Family Fishing Fair Returns To Pere Marquette State Park

GRAFTON — The 37th annual Two Rivers Family Fishing Fair will be held Saturday, June 6, 2026,...

Scenic River Bluff Trails Create Unique Challenge for Endurance Runners

GRAFTON - Runners will take to rarely used trails at Pere Marquette State Park early Saturday, May...

Behind the Scenes of Grafton's National Memorial of Military Ascent Statues' Installation

GRAFTON - It’s a busy weekend in Grafton as the first phase of the National Memorial of Militar...

Grafton Man Accused Of Battery Against City’s Police Chief

GRAFTON – A Grafton man accused of attacking his local police chief faces a felony in Jersey...

National Memorial of Military Ascent Statues Arrive in Grafton

GRAFTON - According to Mayor Mike Morrow, Grafton’s soldiers have arrived home. On Monday,...

Mississippi and Illinois Rivers Begin Predicted Decline

ALTON/GRAFTON/HARDIN - As previously predicted, the Mississippi River and Illinois River levels ar...

Minor Flood Warning Issued for Mississippi River at Alton and Grafton

ALTON/GRAFTON/HARDIN - A stretch of the Mississippi River in the St. Louis region is forecast to climb...

Grafton Prepares for National Military Memorial Debut

GRAFTON — A new memorial honoring U.S. veterans is set to open June 6, 2026, along the Mississippi...

Clinton County Communities Face Major Tornado Damage Survey

CLINTON COUNTY - Clinton County, Illinois, showed tornado damage on Monday, April 27, 2026, the...

Grafton to Offer 18-Week Music in the Park Series

GRAFTON - Grafton’s Music in the Park returns for another season of free live concerts in...

Jersey County Imposes New Tax On Short Term Rentals

JERSEYVILLE – Short term rental properties across Jersey County will be subject to a new 5%...

Grafton Ferry is Officially Operational

GRAFTON - Several excited community members boarded the new Grafton Ferry to celebrate its inaugural...

Grafton Ferry to Launch Year-Round Service on April 10, 2026

GRAFTON - The Grafton Ferry will open Friday, April 10, 2026, with expanded hours and year-round...

Grafton Easter Egg Hunt draws families to Red Hawk Park

GRAFTON - The chilly start to Grafton’s annual Easter Egg Hunt did not keep families away Saturda...

Grafton to Buy Eagle II Ferry After State Approves $878,577

GRAFTON - The City of Grafton has been notified by the Illinois State Comptroller’s office...

Grafton Veterinary Services Opens in Grafton with Passionate Pet Care

GRAFTON - Grafton has a new veterinarian in town. Grafton Veterinary Services officially opened...

EF-1 Tornado Strikes Grafton With High Windspeed Of 98 MPH

GRAFTON — A brief tornado with peak winds of 98 mph struck Grafton early Wednesday, March 11...

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