Grantfork news, May 22 edition
Lost Pets
Be advised that anyone losing a pet should check on Facebook.
The residents of Grantfork are very good about posting information and pictures of any stray animals they see in or around the village.
Memorial Day Service
A Memorial Day worship service is planned for Grantfork UCC Cemetery at 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 27.
Clean-up of cemetery
Lawncare personnel are asking the families of loved ones at the local cemeteries to please keep the area surrounding the tombstones clear of statues, flower pots, etc., so lawncare can be provided.
St. Gertrude Catholic Church
The annual chicken dinner will be held Sunday, June 2, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
This will be mainly carryout, but limited dine-in seating will be available.
The menu will be ½ chicken, dressing, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, slaw, cake, tea and water.
The cost is $15.
Parish families are asked to donate two 9-by-13-inch cakes ( yellow or chocolate) that are iced and have no nuts.
Madison County Hazardous Waste Collection Dates
Designated items will be accepted 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 1, and Friday, June 14.
Accepted items may be taken to 249 Old St. Louis Road in Wood River.
Accepted items include oil based paint, pesticides/herbicides, fertilizers and chemicals, cleaning solvents, paint thinners, hobby chemicals, antifreeze, motor oil, old gasoline, pool chemicals, household batteries and anything containing mercury, medicine, lead acid batteries and fluorescent lights.
Items not accepted: latex paint, tires, electronics, ammunition, agricultural waste, explosives, fireworks, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, farm machinery oil,business or biohazard waste.
This is free for Illinois residents, but does require an appointment. Call 618-296-5237 for an appointment.
