Welcome to the Current News section of the Village of Altona website. Here is where the Village's latest and updated news will be posted.
News as it happens, such as - special weather announcements, community events, or highlights about issues brought before the Village Board can be found here. However, please read the Official Village Board minutes for additional information about the Village Board meetings. You can also find information on our Facebook page. Thank you for visiting!
News as it happens, such as - special weather announcements, community events, or highlights about issues brought before the Village Board can be found here. However, please read the Official Village Board minutes for additional information about the Village Board meetings. You can also find information on our Facebook page. Thank you for visiting!
Posted December 31, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
On behalf of the entire Village of Altona Board of Trustees, I'd like to wish everyone a very happy and prosperous 2019. If you plan on celebrating with alcohol tonight, remember that buzzed driving is also drunk driving. Please make arrangements for a ride home. Whether you call a cab, Uber, Lyft, or a friend; please do not drink and drive.. Celebrate the new year with friends and family and not in a jail cell or in a morgue.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Attention Area Residents:
On behalf of the entire Village of Altona Board of Trustees, I'd like to wish everyone a very happy and prosperous 2019. If you plan on celebrating with alcohol tonight, remember that buzzed driving is also drunk driving. Please make arrangements for a ride home. Whether you call a cab, Uber, Lyft, or a friend; please do not drink and drive.. Celebrate the new year with friends and family and not in a jail cell or in a morgue.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Posted December 30, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
As we have entered the extended New Year's weekend of celebration, please drive with caution and drive sober. Let's not cause a tragedy by making a stupid decision. Law Enforcement will be out in full force looking for speeders, seat belt violations as well as buzzed and drunk drivers. If you plan on celebrating with alcohol, please drink responsively. No one wants to lose a loved one, especially due to an accident that could have been prevented. So please, Don't Drink and Drive - Choose a designated driver. Thank you.
Attention Area Residents:
As we have entered the extended New Year's weekend of celebration, please drive with caution and drive sober. Let's not cause a tragedy by making a stupid decision. Law Enforcement will be out in full force looking for speeders, seat belt violations as well as buzzed and drunk drivers. If you plan on celebrating with alcohol, please drink responsively. No one wants to lose a loved one, especially due to an accident that could have been prevented. So please, Don't Drink and Drive - Choose a designated driver. Thank you.
Posted December 29, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
For those residents in the area whom may be interested, the Altona Volunteer Fire Protection District had their monthly meeting today. On the agenda was discussion about the current AOW Ambulance Service and the possible future ambulance service for the Altona area. To watch the meeting, please click on the following link:
www.facebook.com/AOWEMS/
Attention Area Residents:
For those residents in the area whom may be interested, the Altona Volunteer Fire Protection District had their monthly meeting today. On the agenda was discussion about the current AOW Ambulance Service and the possible future ambulance service for the Altona area. To watch the meeting, please click on the following link:
www.facebook.com/AOWEMS/
Posted December 29, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
As a reminder, due to the holiday season, Compton Accounting will be closed on New Year's Day. Thank you.
Attention Area Residents:
As a reminder, due to the holiday season, Compton Accounting will be closed on New Year's Day. Thank you.
Posted December 25, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
On behalf of the entire Village of Altona board of trustees, I'd like to wish everyone a very safe and Merry Christmas! With all the parties, family get-togethers, and gift exchanges that will be experienced today, let us not forget what this day is truly all about - the Birth of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior.
For those who may choose to celebrate the holiday with alcohol, please do not drink and drive. Choose a designated driver. Let's make this a holiday safe for everyone so that we can all celebrate the coming new year next week.
So again on behalf of the Village of Altona - Merry Christmas!
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Attention Area Residents:
On behalf of the entire Village of Altona board of trustees, I'd like to wish everyone a very safe and Merry Christmas! With all the parties, family get-togethers, and gift exchanges that will be experienced today, let us not forget what this day is truly all about - the Birth of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior.
For those who may choose to celebrate the holiday with alcohol, please do not drink and drive. Choose a designated driver. Let's make this a holiday safe for everyone so that we can all celebrate the coming new year next week.
So again on behalf of the Village of Altona - Merry Christmas!
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Posted December 24, 2018
Attention All Kids:
Today is Christmas Eve, so you know what that means don't you? That's right, Santa Claus is coming to town tonight! You can follow his travels all day long by going to www.noradsanta.org. By tracking him, you will know what time to go to bed. Don't forget to set out some milk and cookies for him and some carrots too for his reindeer.
Merry Christmas to all, and to all a Good Night from the Village of Altona Board of Trustees!
Attention All Kids:
Today is Christmas Eve, so you know what that means don't you? That's right, Santa Claus is coming to town tonight! You can follow his travels all day long by going to www.noradsanta.org. By tracking him, you will know what time to go to bed. Don't forget to set out some milk and cookies for him and some carrots too for his reindeer.
Merry Christmas to all, and to all a Good Night from the Village of Altona Board of Trustees!
Posted December 23, 2018
Attention Kids:
You've heard of Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixion, Comet, Cupid, Donner, Blitzen and of course Rudolf; but have you ever heard of Rudolf's cousin Leroy the Redneck Reindeer? No? Click on the link to learn about the story.....
youtu.be/iIdnYAkqSes
Attention Kids:
You've heard of Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixion, Comet, Cupid, Donner, Blitzen and of course Rudolf; but have you ever heard of Rudolf's cousin Leroy the Redneck Reindeer? No? Click on the link to learn about the story.....
youtu.be/iIdnYAkqSes
Posted December 22, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
As we head into the Christmas holiday weekend, the roads will be heavily traveled by everyone going to and from holiday get-togethers and parties. With all of the festivities, lets remember the true Reason for the Season; the birth of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior.
For those looking for Christmas services, the churches of Altona welcome you to attend:
Bethany Baptist Church: Sunday, December 23rd services at 10:45 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. Candlelight
Immanuel Lutheran Church: Sunday, December 23rd services at 10:15 a.m. and Christmas Eve Candlelight at 9:00 p.m.
United Church: Sunday, December 23rd services at 9:30 a.m. and Christmas Eve Candlelight at 5:30 p.m.
While you are out celebrating, please do not drink and drive. Choose a designated driver. Let's not cause an accident. It is never a good time for a tragedy, especially at Christmas time.
To help you with your holiday celebrations and cheer, click on the following links for Christmas music.
Relaxing fire and instrumental Christmas music (2:16:34 in length) -
If you have an Apple TV type of device, link it to your big screen TV for a nice fireplace fire. videos.komando.com/watch/34826015/relaxing-fire-in-4k?utm_medium=nl&utm_source=sb&utm_content=2018-12-19-a-g
Three hours of Christmas music (3:04:04 in length) - youtu.be/Zf-kHJpeAMQ
82 Christmas songs (3:29:29 in length) - www.youtube.com/watch?v=pK9DUvj5OiY&feature=youtu.be
Family Christmas song (1:06:01 in length) - www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iJPm_ucOKk&feature=youtu.be
Merry Christmas!
Attention Area Residents:
As we head into the Christmas holiday weekend, the roads will be heavily traveled by everyone going to and from holiday get-togethers and parties. With all of the festivities, lets remember the true Reason for the Season; the birth of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior.
For those looking for Christmas services, the churches of Altona welcome you to attend:
Bethany Baptist Church: Sunday, December 23rd services at 10:45 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. Candlelight
Immanuel Lutheran Church: Sunday, December 23rd services at 10:15 a.m. and Christmas Eve Candlelight at 9:00 p.m.
United Church: Sunday, December 23rd services at 9:30 a.m. and Christmas Eve Candlelight at 5:30 p.m.
While you are out celebrating, please do not drink and drive. Choose a designated driver. Let's not cause an accident. It is never a good time for a tragedy, especially at Christmas time.
To help you with your holiday celebrations and cheer, click on the following links for Christmas music.
Relaxing fire and instrumental Christmas music (2:16:34 in length) -
If you have an Apple TV type of device, link it to your big screen TV for a nice fireplace fire. videos.komando.com/watch/34826015/relaxing-fire-in-4k?utm_medium=nl&utm_source=sb&utm_content=2018-12-19-a-g
Three hours of Christmas music (3:04:04 in length) - youtu.be/Zf-kHJpeAMQ
82 Christmas songs (3:29:29 in length) - www.youtube.com/watch?v=pK9DUvj5OiY&feature=youtu.be
Family Christmas song (1:06:01 in length) - www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iJPm_ucOKk&feature=youtu.be
Merry Christmas!
Posted December 22, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
In observance of the Christmas holiday, Compton Accounting will be closing at noon on Monday, Christmas Eve and will be closed on Tuesday, Christmas Day and Wednesday, December 26th.
Attention Village Residents:
In observance of the Christmas holiday, Compton Accounting will be closing at noon on Monday, Christmas Eve and will be closed on Tuesday, Christmas Day and Wednesday, December 26th.
Posted December 19, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Final reminder that water bills are due by the end of business day (4:00 p.m.) tomorrow December 20th. Any account that isn't paid in full per the ordinance will be charged late fees and be subject to being turned off. There is a $50 reconnect fee to any account which has the service turned off due to lack of payment. For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payment. Please contact Compton Accounting if there are any questions regarding your bill at 1-844-484-8881. Thank you for your prompt payments.
Attention Village Residents:
Final reminder that water bills are due by the end of business day (4:00 p.m.) tomorrow December 20th. Any account that isn't paid in full per the ordinance will be charged late fees and be subject to being turned off. There is a $50 reconnect fee to any account which has the service turned off due to lack of payment. For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payment. Please contact Compton Accounting if there are any questions regarding your bill at 1-844-484-8881. Thank you for your prompt payments.
Posted December 16th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
This is just a reminder that water bills are due this Thursday December, 20th by 4 p.m. at Compton Accounting. With the hustle and bussle of Christmas shopping and holiday parties and cheer, it can easily be overlooked, so please don't forget to pay on time. For those who have already paid, THANK YOU. If you haven't paid your bill yet, please do so to avoid the penalty charges and having your water shut off during the celebratory season. Per the ordinance there is a $50 reconnect charge applied to any account which has its water turned off due to lack of payment. For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards or your good check for payment. Thank you.
Attention Village Residents:
This is just a reminder that water bills are due this Thursday December, 20th by 4 p.m. at Compton Accounting. With the hustle and bussle of Christmas shopping and holiday parties and cheer, it can easily be overlooked, so please don't forget to pay on time. For those who have already paid, THANK YOU. If you haven't paid your bill yet, please do so to avoid the penalty charges and having your water shut off during the celebratory season. Per the ordinance there is a $50 reconnect charge applied to any account which has its water turned off due to lack of payment. For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards or your good check for payment. Thank you.
Posted December 12, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
As you are all aware, the Oneida-Wataga Fire Department had served official notice to both the Altona Fire Department and the Altona-Oneida-Wataga Ambulance District to not renew the Ambulance contract. Tonight the AOW Ambulance District held their monthly meeting. Both the Altona Fire Department as well as the Oneida-Wataga Fire Department trustees serve as trustees for the AOW Ambulance District. The following link is of meeting which was held earlier tonight for those who wish to view it.
www.facebook.com/AOWEMS/
Attention Area Residents:
As you are all aware, the Oneida-Wataga Fire Department had served official notice to both the Altona Fire Department and the Altona-Oneida-Wataga Ambulance District to not renew the Ambulance contract. Tonight the AOW Ambulance District held their monthly meeting. Both the Altona Fire Department as well as the Oneida-Wataga Fire Department trustees serve as trustees for the AOW Ambulance District. The following link is of meeting which was held earlier tonight for those who wish to view it.
www.facebook.com/AOWEMS/
Posted December 12, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Did you know that F&M Bank in Galesburg sponsors a weekly contest where your favorite charity could win $100? Since we are in the Christmas giving season, why not enter your favorite charity of choice (such as the Altona Historical Society for example) for a chance to win $100 in order for them to continue to do their good deeds. Visit www.galesburg.info/ Keyword "Hundreds" or click on the following link: galesburg.info/hundreds.html for full rules and details.
Did you know that you can make a tax deductible donation to the Altona Historical Society by donating to their "Adopt a Ceiling Tile" fund? For $25/tile, your name will appear on a plaque in the finished museum. The Altona Historical Society would appreciate any and all donations to help further them along with their project.
Thank you.
Attention Area Residents:
Did you know that F&M Bank in Galesburg sponsors a weekly contest where your favorite charity could win $100? Since we are in the Christmas giving season, why not enter your favorite charity of choice (such as the Altona Historical Society for example) for a chance to win $100 in order for them to continue to do their good deeds. Visit www.galesburg.info/ Keyword "Hundreds" or click on the following link: galesburg.info/hundreds.html for full rules and details.
Did you know that you can make a tax deductible donation to the Altona Historical Society by donating to their "Adopt a Ceiling Tile" fund? For $25/tile, your name will appear on a plaque in the finished museum. The Altona Historical Society would appreciate any and all donations to help further them along with their project.
Thank you.
Posted December 10, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Dense Fog Advisory until noon CST today. Please drive carefully and give yourself plenty of room while driving as visibility will be less than a quarter of a mile. For complete information on this advisory, click on the following link....
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings-1932434/2240454
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Dense Fog Advisory until noon CST today. Please drive carefully and give yourself plenty of room while driving as visibility will be less than a quarter of a mile. For complete information on this advisory, click on the following link....
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings-1932434/2240454
Posted December 7, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Today is Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. 77 years ago on this day in 1941, America's navel station Pearl Harbor was surprised attack by the Empire of Japan. The following Youtube links are just a sampling of the numerous videos posted there to learn about this day in history.
CBS Sunday Morning 2016 remembering this day. www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncBSa6TuH94
Eleanor Roosevelt's radio address to the nation: www.youtube.com/watch?v=4unsg4W0JTM
President Franklin Delano Roosevelt's address to Congress on December 8, 1941: www.youtube.com/watch?v=YhtuMrMVJDk
Thank you to those who had served during WWII, and supported the war effort. Your generation is truly America's greatest generation.
Attention Area Residents:
Today is Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. 77 years ago on this day in 1941, America's navel station Pearl Harbor was surprised attack by the Empire of Japan. The following Youtube links are just a sampling of the numerous videos posted there to learn about this day in history.
CBS Sunday Morning 2016 remembering this day. www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncBSa6TuH94
Eleanor Roosevelt's radio address to the nation: www.youtube.com/watch?v=4unsg4W0JTM
President Franklin Delano Roosevelt's address to Congress on December 8, 1941: www.youtube.com/watch?v=YhtuMrMVJDk
Thank you to those who had served during WWII, and supported the war effort. Your generation is truly America's greatest generation.
Posted December 7, 2018
Attention Village Seniors:
Don't forget that tomorrow is the Walnut Grove Retirees Potluck. 12 noon at the United Church. Bring a dish to pass.
Attention Village Seniors:
Don't forget that tomorrow is the Walnut Grove Retirees Potluck. 12 noon at the United Church. Bring a dish to pass.
Posted December 6, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
With only 19 days left until Christmas, have you completed your Christmas shopping? If not, then never fear because the Village of Altona is here. Plan on coming to the Village this Saturday and finish it up. It all starts at 9:00 a.m. with Breakfast with Santa at the United Church. Bring your children so that they can sit on the big jolly elf's lap. They can make a craft and take it home as well as choose a free book. This annual event is sponsored by the Altona Lions Club and organized by the Ransom Memorial Public Library. But your better get their early, because it only last until 10:30 a.m.
Then after you get done with breakfast and craft making with your child, head over to the Immanuel Lutheran Church between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. to the 2nd Annual Altona Historical Society's Christmas Market. Here you can buy baked goods, and bid on donated baskets and a hand carved wooden duck in their "Swedish" auction, purchase raffle tickets for a pretty decorated Christmas tree to add to your festive home. Santa himself will be there from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and free horse drawn carriage rides will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m..
If that isn't enough, visit our stores for unique items or stocking stuffer gifts. So plan on coming to the Village of Altona this Saturday, December 8th. Please see the flyers for full details. Thank you for visiting and Merry Christmas from the Village of Altona!
Attention Area Residents:
With only 19 days left until Christmas, have you completed your Christmas shopping? If not, then never fear because the Village of Altona is here. Plan on coming to the Village this Saturday and finish it up. It all starts at 9:00 a.m. with Breakfast with Santa at the United Church. Bring your children so that they can sit on the big jolly elf's lap. They can make a craft and take it home as well as choose a free book. This annual event is sponsored by the Altona Lions Club and organized by the Ransom Memorial Public Library. But your better get their early, because it only last until 10:30 a.m.
Then after you get done with breakfast and craft making with your child, head over to the Immanuel Lutheran Church between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. to the 2nd Annual Altona Historical Society's Christmas Market. Here you can buy baked goods, and bid on donated baskets and a hand carved wooden duck in their "Swedish" auction, purchase raffle tickets for a pretty decorated Christmas tree to add to your festive home. Santa himself will be there from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and free horse drawn carriage rides will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m..
If that isn't enough, visit our stores for unique items or stocking stuffer gifts. So plan on coming to the Village of Altona this Saturday, December 8th. Please see the flyers for full details. Thank you for visiting and Merry Christmas from the Village of Altona!
Posted December 4, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Thinking that there isn't anything to do in a small town? Not so in the Village of Altona. Make plans to come to "the Village" this weekend and wrap up your Christmas shopping at our local businesses and Christmas Market. Please view the following flyers for full details. Thank you for supporting the Village of Altona and its organizations.....
Friday, December 7, 2018: Walnut Grove Retirees Potluck at 12 noon at the United Church. Program - Community Treasures.
Saturday, December 8, 2018: Breakfast With Santa! The Annual Breakfast with Santa will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the United Church. Make a craft and take home a free book. You can meet Santa and let him know what you'd like to have for Christmas. This event is sponsored by the Altona Lions Club, and organized by the Ransom Memorial Public Library. Thank you to everyone for putting this event together.
Saturday, December 8, 2018: 2nd Annual Altona Historical Society Christmas Market. This years event will be held at the Immanuel Lutheran Church from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Santa will be visiting from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.. There will be bake sale, silent aution in which baskets of various items could be bid on which would make great Christmas presents, a beautiful hand carved wooden duck by former resident Ray McGraw, as well as a drawing for a decorated Christmas tree to add that little extra touch to your home. You can also make a tax deductible donation for their "Adopt a Ceiling Tile" fund. All proceeds of the days event goes towards the renovation of the 2nd floor of the Ransom Memorial Public Library. Please see the flyer for full details.
Attention Area Residents:
Thinking that there isn't anything to do in a small town? Not so in the Village of Altona. Make plans to come to "the Village" this weekend and wrap up your Christmas shopping at our local businesses and Christmas Market. Please view the following flyers for full details. Thank you for supporting the Village of Altona and its organizations.....
Friday, December 7, 2018: Walnut Grove Retirees Potluck at 12 noon at the United Church. Program - Community Treasures.
Saturday, December 8, 2018: Breakfast With Santa! The Annual Breakfast with Santa will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the United Church. Make a craft and take home a free book. You can meet Santa and let him know what you'd like to have for Christmas. This event is sponsored by the Altona Lions Club, and organized by the Ransom Memorial Public Library. Thank you to everyone for putting this event together.
Saturday, December 8, 2018: 2nd Annual Altona Historical Society Christmas Market. This years event will be held at the Immanuel Lutheran Church from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Santa will be visiting from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.. There will be bake sale, silent aution in which baskets of various items could be bid on which would make great Christmas presents, a beautiful hand carved wooden duck by former resident Ray McGraw, as well as a drawing for a decorated Christmas tree to add that little extra touch to your home. You can also make a tax deductible donation for their "Adopt a Ceiling Tile" fund. All proceeds of the days event goes towards the renovation of the 2nd floor of the Ransom Memorial Public Library. Please see the flyer for full details.
Posted December 3, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
HAPPY 200th BIRTHDAY ILLINOIS!!! Illinois became our 21st state on this date, December 3rd, 1818. In honor of our states bi-centenial, test your knowledge of our state by taking the following quiz. Don't worry, no one is keeping score if you do poorly. #ILLINOISPROUD. For more information about Illinois' Bi-Centenial, please visit the following website.... https://illinois200.com/
Attention Area Residents:
HAPPY 200th BIRTHDAY ILLINOIS!!! Illinois became our 21st state on this date, December 3rd, 1818. In honor of our states bi-centenial, test your knowledge of our state by taking the following quiz. Don't worry, no one is keeping score if you do poorly. #ILLINOISPROUD. For more information about Illinois' Bi-Centenial, please visit the following website.... https://illinois200.com/
Posted December 1, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Serivce has issued a second alert for our area. In addition to the Dense Fog Advisory, they have now also issued a Tornado Watch until 7 p.m. for Knox and surrounding counties. Click on the following link to view all of the effected counties.
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings-1930638/2240454
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Serivce has issued a second alert for our area. In addition to the Dense Fog Advisory, they have now also issued a Tornado Watch until 7 p.m. for Knox and surrounding counties. Click on the following link to view all of the effected counties.
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings-1930638/2240454
Posted December 1, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Dense Fog Advisory for our area until 12:00 a.m. Sunday morning. Visibility in spots will be under a mile. Please drive safely and click on the following link for full details.
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Dense Fog Advisory for our area until 12:00 a.m. Sunday morning. Visibility in spots will be under a mile. Please drive safely and click on the following link for full details.
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Posted December 1, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Please fly and lower your American flags to half - staff from November 30 - December 30 in honor of former President George H. W. Bush who passed away at the age of 94.
www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/statement-president-donald-j-trump-first-lady-melania-trump-passing-former-president-george-h-w-bush/
Attention Area Residents:
Please fly and lower your American flags to half - staff from November 30 - December 30 in honor of former President George H. W. Bush who passed away at the age of 94.
www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/statement-president-donald-j-trump-first-lady-melania-trump-passing-former-president-george-h-w-bush/
Posted December 1, 2018
Attention Area Ladies:
Have you wrapped up your holiday shopping yet? Can't decide what to get for your husband? Come to the Village of Altona and finish up your Christmas shopping for him. What better way to surprise your sweetie than by playing a joke on him. Buy a Holland Grill for "YOURSELF" and a new washer and dryer for your husband, so that "HE" can do the laundry for a change. Just imagine the surprised look on his face when he finds that brand new washer and dryer in front of the Christmas tree with a BIG red bow around it with HIS name on a tag. Or how about that brand new refrigerator or stove that you've always wanted so that HE can do the cooking?
Andrews Implement Annual Open House will be all day today from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. They will be demonstrating the Holland Grill from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. So come and check out the bargains. While you are still in town, stop by the Walnut Grove Mercantile for some unique items and antiques. Pick up some stocking stuffers or gift cards at the Hometown Express. Who wouldn't want to find a gift card for gas, or scratch off lottery tickets in their stocking? So come to the Village and enjoy the day. Merry Christmas!
Attention Area Ladies:
Have you wrapped up your holiday shopping yet? Can't decide what to get for your husband? Come to the Village of Altona and finish up your Christmas shopping for him. What better way to surprise your sweetie than by playing a joke on him. Buy a Holland Grill for "YOURSELF" and a new washer and dryer for your husband, so that "HE" can do the laundry for a change. Just imagine the surprised look on his face when he finds that brand new washer and dryer in front of the Christmas tree with a BIG red bow around it with HIS name on a tag. Or how about that brand new refrigerator or stove that you've always wanted so that HE can do the cooking?
Andrews Implement Annual Open House will be all day today from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. They will be demonstrating the Holland Grill from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. So come and check out the bargains. While you are still in town, stop by the Walnut Grove Mercantile for some unique items and antiques. Pick up some stocking stuffers or gift cards at the Hometown Express. Who wouldn't want to find a gift card for gas, or scratch off lottery tickets in their stocking? So come to the Village and enjoy the day. Merry Christmas!
Posted November 30, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement. Dense fog possible tonight. Please drive with caution if you happen to be out. To read the statement and to find out the weather forecast for our area, click on the following link...... www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-forecast/2240454
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement. Dense fog possible tonight. Please drive with caution if you happen to be out. To read the statement and to find out the weather forecast for our area, click on the following link...... www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-forecast/2240454
Posted November 30, 2018
Attention Area Men:
Have you purchased your spouses Christmas present yet? Have you picked up on her subtle hints? If the answer to either of these questions is no, don't be discouraged. You can get all of your shopping done for her tomorrow, Saturday, December 1st from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Andrews Implement and buy her what she REALLY wants. Brand new GE or Haier appliances or a new Holland Grill (ok, maybe you might want the grill). Andrews will be demonstrating the Holland grill from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. What better way to show her how much you love her by making it easier for her to do her daily activities. Appliances sure beats a vacuum cleaner. LOL!
Attention Area Men:
Have you purchased your spouses Christmas present yet? Have you picked up on her subtle hints? If the answer to either of these questions is no, don't be discouraged. You can get all of your shopping done for her tomorrow, Saturday, December 1st from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Andrews Implement and buy her what she REALLY wants. Brand new GE or Haier appliances or a new Holland Grill (ok, maybe you might want the grill). Andrews will be demonstrating the Holland grill from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. What better way to show her how much you love her by making it easier for her to do her daily activities. Appliances sure beats a vacuum cleaner. LOL!
Posted November 28, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
With being snowed in from the recent blizzard on Cyber Monday, were you able to get all of your Christmas shopping done? If not, then you are in luck. Mark the following dates on your calendar and plan on coming to the Village of Altona for some extra Christmas shopping cheer.... See the flyers below for full details.
Saturday, December 1st from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Andrews Implement will be having their Annual Holiday Open House. Save big on all of their GE and Haier appliances as well as Holland grills before the January price increase. They will also be demonstrating their Holland grills from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.. Fella's, what better way to show how much you love your spouse than with some new appliances.
While you are in town, stop by the Walnut Grove Mercantile for some unique items and antiques. Don't forget the Hometown Express gas station either. They sell more than just gasoline. You never know what kind of useful stocking stuffer that you can find at a gas station. Having troubles getting around in the snow? Then give the gift of safety by contacting the Altona TBA and buying a new set of tires and wiper blades for your car or truck as well.
Saturday, December 8 will be a busy day for Santa Claus, because you'll find him right here in the Village of Altona.....
The Annual Breakfast w/Santa; December 8th at the United Church from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Children, come sit on Santa's lap and tell him what you want for Christmas. Make a craft to take home and choose a free book. This event is sponsored by the Altona Lions Club and organized by the Ransom Memorial Public Library. A special THANK YOU to these great organizations for putting this event on each and every year.
But the fun doesn't stop there!!!!
The Altona Historical Society's Annual Christmas Market will be from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This year the Market will be held at the Immanuel Lutheran Church. You can purchase tickets for the Christmas tree raffle, bid on themed based baskets as well as a hand carved wooden duck. All proceeds go towards the renovation of the third floor of the Ransom Memorial Public Library Hall. Santa will be visting from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
So mark your calendars and plan on coming to "The Village" on Saturday December 1st and 8th. The Village of Altona wishes everyone a safe and Merry Christmas!
Attention Area Residents:
With being snowed in from the recent blizzard on Cyber Monday, were you able to get all of your Christmas shopping done? If not, then you are in luck. Mark the following dates on your calendar and plan on coming to the Village of Altona for some extra Christmas shopping cheer.... See the flyers below for full details.
Saturday, December 1st from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Andrews Implement will be having their Annual Holiday Open House. Save big on all of their GE and Haier appliances as well as Holland grills before the January price increase. They will also be demonstrating their Holland grills from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.. Fella's, what better way to show how much you love your spouse than with some new appliances.
While you are in town, stop by the Walnut Grove Mercantile for some unique items and antiques. Don't forget the Hometown Express gas station either. They sell more than just gasoline. You never know what kind of useful stocking stuffer that you can find at a gas station. Having troubles getting around in the snow? Then give the gift of safety by contacting the Altona TBA and buying a new set of tires and wiper blades for your car or truck as well.
Saturday, December 8 will be a busy day for Santa Claus, because you'll find him right here in the Village of Altona.....
The Annual Breakfast w/Santa; December 8th at the United Church from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Children, come sit on Santa's lap and tell him what you want for Christmas. Make a craft to take home and choose a free book. This event is sponsored by the Altona Lions Club and organized by the Ransom Memorial Public Library. A special THANK YOU to these great organizations for putting this event on each and every year.
But the fun doesn't stop there!!!!
The Altona Historical Society's Annual Christmas Market will be from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This year the Market will be held at the Immanuel Lutheran Church. You can purchase tickets for the Christmas tree raffle, bid on themed based baskets as well as a hand carved wooden duck. All proceeds go towards the renovation of the third floor of the Ransom Memorial Public Library Hall. Santa will be visting from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
So mark your calendars and plan on coming to "The Village" on Saturday December 1st and 8th. The Village of Altona wishes everyone a safe and Merry Christmas!
Posted November 28, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
For those who were wondering how last nights meeting of the Oneida-Wataga Fire Department went in regards to the AOW Ambulance service contract, a vote of 4-1 was taken to serve notice to the Altona Fire Department as well as to the AOW Ambulance service to terminate the agreement on April 30, 2019. That being said, there is still the possibility of entering into a new contract with the Altona Fire Department.
The following motion which was made, voted on and passed was as follows...."That the Oneida-Wataga Fire Protection District serves formal notice on the Altona Fire Protection District and the Altona-Oneida-Wataga Ambulance Service that the Oneida-Wataga Fire Protection District intends to terminate this agreement effective midnight, April 30, 2019. This action shall not prevent the Oneida-Wataga Fire Protection District from entering into a new agreement with the Altona Fire Protection District in the event that a new agreement with these parties can be drafted that will provide our citizens with a high level of prompt and competent emergency medical services that meet the requirements of various regulatory agencies in a fiscally responsible manner."
The following link is to the AOW Facebook page which aired the meeting LIVE. Feel free to watch the meeting. Personally, I am hopeful that things can be worked out with all entities involved and that the AOW Ambulance service can still service our community. Let's all be respectful to one another and let the involved agencies work out whatever issues that they may have with each other. Doing so otherwise will only slow down any progress which could be made. Everyone wants an ambulance service. Negative rhetoric towards one another will not help the situation. Thank you.
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Attention Area Residents:
For those who were wondering how last nights meeting of the Oneida-Wataga Fire Department went in regards to the AOW Ambulance service contract, a vote of 4-1 was taken to serve notice to the Altona Fire Department as well as to the AOW Ambulance service to terminate the agreement on April 30, 2019. That being said, there is still the possibility of entering into a new contract with the Altona Fire Department.
The following motion which was made, voted on and passed was as follows...."That the Oneida-Wataga Fire Protection District serves formal notice on the Altona Fire Protection District and the Altona-Oneida-Wataga Ambulance Service that the Oneida-Wataga Fire Protection District intends to terminate this agreement effective midnight, April 30, 2019. This action shall not prevent the Oneida-Wataga Fire Protection District from entering into a new agreement with the Altona Fire Protection District in the event that a new agreement with these parties can be drafted that will provide our citizens with a high level of prompt and competent emergency medical services that meet the requirements of various regulatory agencies in a fiscally responsible manner."
The following link is to the AOW Facebook page which aired the meeting LIVE. Feel free to watch the meeting. Personally, I am hopeful that things can be worked out with all entities involved and that the AOW Ambulance service can still service our community. Let's all be respectful to one another and let the involved agencies work out whatever issues that they may have with each other. Doing so otherwise will only slow down any progress which could be made. Everyone wants an ambulance service. Negative rhetoric towards one another will not help the situation. Thank you.
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Posted November 27, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Just a reminder of the Oneida-Wataga Fire Department meeting tonight in Wataga at 7 pm at the fire station. On the agenda is the AOW Ambulance contract. For those who are able to attend, please do so and show your support for the ambulance service. Let's all learn the FACTS and put any and all idol gossip and mis-information to bed once and for all. Thank you.
Attention Area Residents:
Just a reminder of the Oneida-Wataga Fire Department meeting tonight in Wataga at 7 pm at the fire station. On the agenda is the AOW Ambulance contract. For those who are able to attend, please do so and show your support for the ambulance service. Let's all learn the FACTS and put any and all idol gossip and mis-information to bed once and for all. Thank you.
Posted November 27, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday may be over; but that doesn't mean that the holiday shopping season is done. Nope, mark the following dates on your calendar and plan on coming to the Village of Altona for some extra Christmas shopping cheer.... See the flyers for full details.
Saturday, December 1st from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Andrews Implement will be having their Annual Holiday Open House. Save big on all of their GE and Haier appliances as well as Holland grills before the January price increase. They will also be demonstrating their Holland grills from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.. Fella's, what better way to show how much you love your spouse than with some new appliances.
While you are in town, stop by the Walnut Grove Mercantile for some unique items and antiques. Don't forget the Hometown Express gas station either. They sell more than just gasoline. You never know what kind of useful stocking stuffer that you can find at a gas station.
Saturday, December 8 will be a busy day for Santa Claus, because you'll find him right here in the Village of Altona.....
The Annual Breakfast w/Santa; December 8th at the United Church from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Children, come sit on Santa's lap and tell him what you want for Christmas. Make a craft to take home and choose a free book. This event is sponsored by the Altona Lions Club and organized by the Ransom Memorial Public Library. A special THANK YOU to these great organizations for putting this event on each and every year.
But the fun doesn't stop there!!!!
The Altona Historical Society's Annual Christmas Market will be from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This year the Market will be held at the Immanuel Lutheran Church. You can purchase tickets for the Christmas tree raffle, bid on themed based baskets as well as a hand carved wooden duck. All proceeds go towards the renovation of the third floor of the Ransom Memorial Public Library Hall. Santa will be visting from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
So mark your calendars and plan on coming to "The Village" on Saturday December 1st and 8th. The Village of Altona wishes everyone a safe and Merry Christmas!
Attention Area Residents:
Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday may be over; but that doesn't mean that the holiday shopping season is done. Nope, mark the following dates on your calendar and plan on coming to the Village of Altona for some extra Christmas shopping cheer.... See the flyers for full details.
Saturday, December 1st from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Andrews Implement will be having their Annual Holiday Open House. Save big on all of their GE and Haier appliances as well as Holland grills before the January price increase. They will also be demonstrating their Holland grills from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.. Fella's, what better way to show how much you love your spouse than with some new appliances.
While you are in town, stop by the Walnut Grove Mercantile for some unique items and antiques. Don't forget the Hometown Express gas station either. They sell more than just gasoline. You never know what kind of useful stocking stuffer that you can find at a gas station.
Saturday, December 8 will be a busy day for Santa Claus, because you'll find him right here in the Village of Altona.....
The Annual Breakfast w/Santa; December 8th at the United Church from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Children, come sit on Santa's lap and tell him what you want for Christmas. Make a craft to take home and choose a free book. This event is sponsored by the Altona Lions Club and organized by the Ransom Memorial Public Library. A special THANK YOU to these great organizations for putting this event on each and every year.
But the fun doesn't stop there!!!!
The Altona Historical Society's Annual Christmas Market will be from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This year the Market will be held at the Immanuel Lutheran Church. You can purchase tickets for the Christmas tree raffle, bid on themed based baskets as well as a hand carved wooden duck. All proceeds go towards the renovation of the third floor of the Ransom Memorial Public Library Hall. Santa will be visting from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
So mark your calendars and plan on coming to "The Village" on Saturday December 1st and 8th. The Village of Altona wishes everyone a safe and Merry Christmas!
Posted November 26, 2018
The following agenda for the Oneida - Wataga Fire Department was given to me to be posted. They will be discussing the AOW Ambulance contract. The AOW Ambulance service is a valuable service. Please show up tomorrow night at 7:00 p.m. at the Wataga Fire Station and show your support.
The following agenda for the Oneida - Wataga Fire Department was given to me to be posted. They will be discussing the AOW Ambulance contract. The AOW Ambulance service is a valuable service. Please show up tomorrow night at 7:00 p.m. at the Wataga Fire Station and show your support.
Posted November 26, 2018
Attention Area and Village Residents:
We just experienced the storm of the decade. The heavy wet snow had slowed EVERYTHING down. Numerous cars, snowplows and even an ambulance got stuck or ditched. It took the efforts of many to help get things dug out and somewhat back to normal. U.S. Hwy Rt. 34 is now open although still snow packed. Please drive carefully. If you use common sense and drive slowly, you shouldn't have too many difficulties. That being said, if you don't need to get out, please stay inside. It will still take IDOT a little bit of time to get caught up on where they need to be. The less traffic that they have to deal with, the easier it will be for them to get their jobs done.
On behalf of the entire Village Board of Trustees, I'd like to thank everyone who had helped out in any way in getting the Village dug out. Thank you once again to Heidi from the Hometown Express, Village employee Jason Chasteen and Pastor Tim from Immanuel Lutheran Church in helping getting shelter for the stranded motorists last night. We put up about a dozen people at Immanuel Luthern. They were all able to return to their vehicles and go on their way this morning.
Whether you used your tractor, skidsteer, atv's, or a simple snow shovel, your efforts have NOT gone unnoticed. The heavy wet snow had put a severe damper on the Village. It took us five times longer than normal to make the streets passable. It was a very long day for everyone. You all were very busy helping someone out, and you all did the best that you could under the circumstances. While there is still more to do, you all did a wonderful job. Thank you again for your helping either the Village, friends or neigbhors out today.
Be safe this winter.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Attention Area and Village Residents:
We just experienced the storm of the decade. The heavy wet snow had slowed EVERYTHING down. Numerous cars, snowplows and even an ambulance got stuck or ditched. It took the efforts of many to help get things dug out and somewhat back to normal. U.S. Hwy Rt. 34 is now open although still snow packed. Please drive carefully. If you use common sense and drive slowly, you shouldn't have too many difficulties. That being said, if you don't need to get out, please stay inside. It will still take IDOT a little bit of time to get caught up on where they need to be. The less traffic that they have to deal with, the easier it will be for them to get their jobs done.
On behalf of the entire Village Board of Trustees, I'd like to thank everyone who had helped out in any way in getting the Village dug out. Thank you once again to Heidi from the Hometown Express, Village employee Jason Chasteen and Pastor Tim from Immanuel Lutheran Church in helping getting shelter for the stranded motorists last night. We put up about a dozen people at Immanuel Luthern. They were all able to return to their vehicles and go on their way this morning.
Whether you used your tractor, skidsteer, atv's, or a simple snow shovel, your efforts have NOT gone unnoticed. The heavy wet snow had put a severe damper on the Village. It took us five times longer than normal to make the streets passable. It was a very long day for everyone. You all were very busy helping someone out, and you all did the best that you could under the circumstances. While there is still more to do, you all did a wonderful job. Thank you again for your helping either the Village, friends or neigbhors out today.
Be safe this winter.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Posted November 26, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Grab your phones and call your boss and let him know that you are snowed in, because the roads (and i'm sure your driveway) are still CLOSED. IDOT is sending a truck and loader this way to get the numerous cars out of the ditch, but it will be awhile before the roads open up. So stay put, stay warm, and take advantage of Cyber Monday to finish up your Christmas shopping. Further updates will be posted as information is made available.
Attention Area Residents:
Grab your phones and call your boss and let him know that you are snowed in, because the roads (and i'm sure your driveway) are still CLOSED. IDOT is sending a truck and loader this way to get the numerous cars out of the ditch, but it will be awhile before the roads open up. So stay put, stay warm, and take advantage of Cyber Monday to finish up your Christmas shopping. Further updates will be posted as information is made available.
Posted November 25, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
As of this posting at 10:15 p.m., all roads are pretty much shut down. IDOT wants everyone to STAY PUT! IDOT is working in areas where they can, but it may be around 6 a.m. before some of the IDOT trucks can plow certain areas in order for tow trucks to pull vehicles out of the ditches. Staying put is the safest place to be. If you are stranded in your car... DO NOT LEAVE. Someone will be around eventually to rescue you.
I want to thank the efforts of the Hometown Express gas station in Altona, Village employee Jason Chasteen, as well as Pastor Tim Anderson from the Immanuel Lutheran Church for helping me organizing the church for the stranded motorists during tonights nasty storm. The refugees are very appreciative of the Village's help tonight.
Further updates will be posted as they are brought to my attention. Thank you.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Attention Area Residents:
As of this posting at 10:15 p.m., all roads are pretty much shut down. IDOT wants everyone to STAY PUT! IDOT is working in areas where they can, but it may be around 6 a.m. before some of the IDOT trucks can plow certain areas in order for tow trucks to pull vehicles out of the ditches. Staying put is the safest place to be. If you are stranded in your car... DO NOT LEAVE. Someone will be around eventually to rescue you.
I want to thank the efforts of the Hometown Express gas station in Altona, Village employee Jason Chasteen, as well as Pastor Tim Anderson from the Immanuel Lutheran Church for helping me organizing the church for the stranded motorists during tonights nasty storm. The refugees are very appreciative of the Village's help tonight.
Further updates will be posted as they are brought to my attention. Thank you.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Posted November 25, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
For those who have not heard yet, the National Weather Service has issued a Severe Weather Alert! A BLIZZARD WARNING is in effect tonight from 6:00 p.m. until Monday morning at 6:00 am. 6-10" of snow is expected, with wind gusts up to 45 mph. DO NOT TRAVEL. If you have not made up your winter emergency kit for your vehicle, NOW would be a good time to do it. To view the National Weather Service Alert, please click on the following link:
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
The latest road conditions for Illinois can be obtained by calling 1-800-452-4368.
SNOW EMERGENCY ISSUED for the Village of Altona:
In and effort to help facilitate the removal of snow from the Village streets; per Ordinance 2018-02, a SNOW EMERGENCY will be in effect once accumulation hits 3 inches of snow. Please take this time now to remove your vehicles from the streets while it will be easier to do so instead of when the major snowfall hits. The snow emergency will remain in effect until the streets are cleared of the snow. Thank you for your patience while the Village removes the snow as quickly as possible. Failure to remove your vehicles may cause a ticket to be issued. The Snow Emergency is listed under our sign ordinance which you can read by clicking on this link:
altonaillinois.weebly.com/2018-02-street-sign-amendment-ordinance.html
Let's all be safe and check on our neighbors, especially the elderly.
Thank you.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Attention Area Residents:
For those who have not heard yet, the National Weather Service has issued a Severe Weather Alert! A BLIZZARD WARNING is in effect tonight from 6:00 p.m. until Monday morning at 6:00 am. 6-10" of snow is expected, with wind gusts up to 45 mph. DO NOT TRAVEL. If you have not made up your winter emergency kit for your vehicle, NOW would be a good time to do it. To view the National Weather Service Alert, please click on the following link:
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
The latest road conditions for Illinois can be obtained by calling 1-800-452-4368.
SNOW EMERGENCY ISSUED for the Village of Altona:
In and effort to help facilitate the removal of snow from the Village streets; per Ordinance 2018-02, a SNOW EMERGENCY will be in effect once accumulation hits 3 inches of snow. Please take this time now to remove your vehicles from the streets while it will be easier to do so instead of when the major snowfall hits. The snow emergency will remain in effect until the streets are cleared of the snow. Thank you for your patience while the Village removes the snow as quickly as possible. Failure to remove your vehicles may cause a ticket to be issued. The Snow Emergency is listed under our sign ordinance which you can read by clicking on this link:
altonaillinois.weebly.com/2018-02-street-sign-amendment-ordinance.html
Let's all be safe and check on our neighbors, especially the elderly.
Thank you.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Posted November 23, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Set your alarm clocks because their won't be time to sleep in tomorrow morning. Why? Because you will NOT want to miss the Annual Altona Lions Club Biscuit and Gravy Breakfast. It will once again be held at the United Church from 7 - 10 a.m. Proceeds from the Lions fundraisers have funded their numerous service projects over the years. So please come out and support those who support our community. Thank you.
Attention Area Residents:
Set your alarm clocks because their won't be time to sleep in tomorrow morning. Why? Because you will NOT want to miss the Annual Altona Lions Club Biscuit and Gravy Breakfast. It will once again be held at the United Church from 7 - 10 a.m. Proceeds from the Lions fundraisers have funded their numerous service projects over the years. So please come out and support those who support our community. Thank you.
Posted November 23, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Now that we all have survived the Thanksgiving holiday and our turkey comas, let us not forget with the hustle and bussle of the Black Friday thru Cyber Monday shopping weekend to continue to drive safely. The police will still be out in full force looking for speeders and seat belt violators. We are now in the Christmas shopping season, so continue to drive carefully and SLOW down and be safe. Save your money to buy Christmas gifts, and not use it to pay for speeding or other tickets.
Don't forget that the annual Altona Lions Club Biscuit and Gravy Breakfast will be tomorrow morning at the United Church from 7-10 a.m. Thank you in advance for supporting the Altona Lions Club. It is with your generosity and support of them that allows them to support our community. And thank you to the Altona Lions Club for ALL that you do for our community.
Attention Area Residents:
Now that we all have survived the Thanksgiving holiday and our turkey comas, let us not forget with the hustle and bussle of the Black Friday thru Cyber Monday shopping weekend to continue to drive safely. The police will still be out in full force looking for speeders and seat belt violators. We are now in the Christmas shopping season, so continue to drive carefully and SLOW down and be safe. Save your money to buy Christmas gifts, and not use it to pay for speeding or other tickets.
Don't forget that the annual Altona Lions Club Biscuit and Gravy Breakfast will be tomorrow morning at the United Church from 7-10 a.m. Thank you in advance for supporting the Altona Lions Club. It is with your generosity and support of them that allows them to support our community. And thank you to the Altona Lions Club for ALL that you do for our community.
Posted November 21, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Just a few reminders of some upcoming events and happenings within the Village of Altona.....
1) Water bills were due yesterday, November 20th. IF you did not get your bill paid by then, your account is now in delinquent status and penalty charges must be applied. Please pay your bill today as Compton Accounting will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday 22nd and Friday 23rd. They are also closed on the weekends, so please pay your bill today so that you don't forget due to your Christmas shopping this weekend. For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payment. You may call Compton Accounting at 1-844-484-8881.
2) Saturday, November 24th will be the Annual Lion's Club Biscuits and Gravy breakfast from 7:00 - 10:00 a.m. at the United Church. Please stop by and fill up your belly with a good breakfast before heading off to do your Christmas shopping. Thank you to the Altona Lion's Club for all that you do for our community.
3) Breakfast with Santa: 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. at the United Church. Come for breakfast and tell Santa what you'd like for Christmas. Sponsored by the Altona Lions Club, Organized by the Ransom Memorial Public Library. Please see flyer for details.
4) And speaking of Christmas shopping, don't forget about the Altona Historical Society's 2nd Annual Christmas Market, on Saturday, December 8th from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. This years market will be held at the Immanuel Lutheran Church. There will be a Christmas tree raffle, Swedish Auctions, bake sale and more. Please read the flyer for full details.
5) The new playground equipment has been installed at Johnson-Pyle park (behind the gas station). Check it out!
Attention Village Residents:
Just a few reminders of some upcoming events and happenings within the Village of Altona.....
1) Water bills were due yesterday, November 20th. IF you did not get your bill paid by then, your account is now in delinquent status and penalty charges must be applied. Please pay your bill today as Compton Accounting will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday 22nd and Friday 23rd. They are also closed on the weekends, so please pay your bill today so that you don't forget due to your Christmas shopping this weekend. For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payment. You may call Compton Accounting at 1-844-484-8881.
2) Saturday, November 24th will be the Annual Lion's Club Biscuits and Gravy breakfast from 7:00 - 10:00 a.m. at the United Church. Please stop by and fill up your belly with a good breakfast before heading off to do your Christmas shopping. Thank you to the Altona Lion's Club for all that you do for our community.
3) Breakfast with Santa: 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. at the United Church. Come for breakfast and tell Santa what you'd like for Christmas. Sponsored by the Altona Lions Club, Organized by the Ransom Memorial Public Library. Please see flyer for details.
4) And speaking of Christmas shopping, don't forget about the Altona Historical Society's 2nd Annual Christmas Market, on Saturday, December 8th from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. This years market will be held at the Immanuel Lutheran Church. There will be a Christmas tree raffle, Swedish Auctions, bake sale and more. Please read the flyer for full details.
5) The new playground equipment has been installed at Johnson-Pyle park (behind the gas station). Check it out!
Posted November 19, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Just another reminder for those whom may not have paid their water bills yet. They are due by the close of business at 4:00 p.m. tomorrow at Compton Accounting. The Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payment for your convenience. There is a $50 reconnect fee to any account which gets shut off due to lack of payment, so please don't let that happen to you. Getting your water shut off for lack of payment is the last thing that you want to worry about this holiday season. Thank you to all who have already paid their water bill on time.
Attention Village Residents:
Just another reminder for those whom may not have paid their water bills yet. They are due by the close of business at 4:00 p.m. tomorrow at Compton Accounting. The Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payment for your convenience. There is a $50 reconnect fee to any account which gets shut off due to lack of payment, so please don't let that happen to you. Getting your water shut off for lack of payment is the last thing that you want to worry about this holiday season. Thank you to all who have already paid their water bill on time.
Posted November 18, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
With our busy schedules in our day to day life, as well as our preparations for the BIG turkey day feast and parade watching, as well as the start of our Christmas shopping early Friday morning; this is just a friendly reminder that water bills are DUE this Tuesday, November 20th by 4:00 pm at Compton Accounting office. For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payment. Please get your payments in before then so that is off of your mind.
Also, Compton Accounting will be CLOSED this Thursday and Friday November 22nd and 23rd in observance of Thanksgiving. Thank you and have a Happy Thanksgiving weekend.
Attention Village Residents:
With our busy schedules in our day to day life, as well as our preparations for the BIG turkey day feast and parade watching, as well as the start of our Christmas shopping early Friday morning; this is just a friendly reminder that water bills are DUE this Tuesday, November 20th by 4:00 pm at Compton Accounting office. For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payment. Please get your payments in before then so that is off of your mind.
Also, Compton Accounting will be CLOSED this Thursday and Friday November 22nd and 23rd in observance of Thanksgiving. Thank you and have a Happy Thanksgiving weekend.
Posted November 17, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a severe weather statement. Click on the following link to view...
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a severe weather statement. Click on the following link to view...
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Posted November 15, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Today marks the Great American Smokeout. The Knox County Health Department encourages smokers to give up the habit. Please read the article below for some advantages to quitting.
Friday, November 16th through Sunday, November 18th as well as Thursday, November 29 through December 2nd are the two shotgun deer hunting seasons in the state. Hunters, please be safe and wear your safety restraints so that you don't fall out of your tree stands, and good luck with your harvest. Illinois law REQUIRES EVERYONE who will be out in the field whether hunter or not, to wear 400 square inches of blaze orange for your safety.
Walkers, for your safety, please choose another route other than the timbers. Let the hunters have their time in the timber. For inquiries about the outdoors, please refer to Illinois Department of Natural Resources. https://www.dnr.illinois.gov/Pages/default.aspx
Friday, November 16th: R.O.W.V.A. schools will be dismissing early at 12:45. Please direct all questions about the school to their website: http://www.rowva.k12.il.us/
Attention Area Residents:
Today marks the Great American Smokeout. The Knox County Health Department encourages smokers to give up the habit. Please read the article below for some advantages to quitting.
Friday, November 16th through Sunday, November 18th as well as Thursday, November 29 through December 2nd are the two shotgun deer hunting seasons in the state. Hunters, please be safe and wear your safety restraints so that you don't fall out of your tree stands, and good luck with your harvest. Illinois law REQUIRES EVERYONE who will be out in the field whether hunter or not, to wear 400 square inches of blaze orange for your safety.
Walkers, for your safety, please choose another route other than the timbers. Let the hunters have their time in the timber. For inquiries about the outdoors, please refer to Illinois Department of Natural Resources. https://www.dnr.illinois.gov/Pages/default.aspx
Friday, November 16th: R.O.W.V.A. schools will be dismissing early at 12:45. Please direct all questions about the school to their website: http://www.rowva.k12.il.us/
Posted November 15, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
For those who may have not heard yet, WGIL 1400 AM is reporting that all 911 telephone services have been restored. Please Dial 911 for your Emergency calls. Thank you.
KNOX COUNTY 911 SERVICES RESTORED NOVEMBER 15, 2018 LOCAL NEWS |
All 911 services in Galesburg and Knox County have restored after an apparent disconnection in a fiber optic line.The disconnection occurred around 9 a.m. Wednesday and after about an hour 911 calls were being rerouted to Warren County’s 911 dispatch call center. Many land lines in the Galesburg area were down yesterday.
The City of Galesburg cited a significant failure in the Century Link telephone company system, but a representative with the company told WGIL the problem lied outside their network.
All emergency and non-emergency lines are now operational to the Galesburg/Knox County Public Safety Building.
Attention Area Residents:
For those who may have not heard yet, WGIL 1400 AM is reporting that all 911 telephone services have been restored. Please Dial 911 for your Emergency calls. Thank you.
KNOX COUNTY 911 SERVICES RESTORED NOVEMBER 15, 2018 LOCAL NEWS |
All 911 services in Galesburg and Knox County have restored after an apparent disconnection in a fiber optic line.The disconnection occurred around 9 a.m. Wednesday and after about an hour 911 calls were being rerouted to Warren County’s 911 dispatch call center. Many land lines in the Galesburg area were down yesterday.
The City of Galesburg cited a significant failure in the Century Link telephone company system, but a representative with the company told WGIL the problem lied outside their network.
All emergency and non-emergency lines are now operational to the Galesburg/Knox County Public Safety Building.
Posted November 14, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
For those who haven't heard yet, WGIL and FM-95 is reporting that our 9-1-1 service is currently not working. In the meantime, should you need to make an emergency call, please dial either 309-304-7312 or 309-304-7328. Please listen to WGIL 1400 AM or WAAG FM-95, or visit their websites (www.wgil.com or www.fm95online.com) for full details.
Attention Area Residents:
For those who haven't heard yet, WGIL and FM-95 is reporting that our 9-1-1 service is currently not working. In the meantime, should you need to make an emergency call, please dial either 309-304-7312 or 309-304-7328. Please listen to WGIL 1400 AM or WAAG FM-95, or visit their websites (www.wgil.com or www.fm95online.com) for full details.
Posted November 13, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The holiday season is upon us. That means it is once again time for the Altona Historical Society Christmas Market. This year's Christmas Market will be held at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Altona on Saturday, December 8 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. They will be raffling off a beautiful Christmas tree that will add that additional Christmas spirit to your home. They will have a variety of things that you can bid on as well. Please see the flyer for full details. Good luck and THANK YOU for supporting the Altona Historical Society.
Attention Area Residents:
The holiday season is upon us. That means it is once again time for the Altona Historical Society Christmas Market. This year's Christmas Market will be held at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Altona on Saturday, December 8 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. They will be raffling off a beautiful Christmas tree that will add that additional Christmas spirit to your home. They will have a variety of things that you can bid on as well. Please see the flyer for full details. Good luck and THANK YOU for supporting the Altona Historical Society.
Posted November 11, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Today is Veteran's Day. On behalf of the entire Village Board of Altona, i'd like to wish everyone who had served in any of our military branches a very Happy Veteran's Day! It is because of your sacrifices, whether it was in peace time or in an era of conflict, that we are able to enjoy the freedoms that we hold so dear to us today. I'd also like to thank your families as well, because they also serve a vital role to our nation.
Several businesses are offering their thanks to you today by giving some sort of food away. To list just a couple in the area....
Happy Joe's has a free Little Joe Pizza. www.happyjoes.com for details. Applebee's is offering a free meal.
The television is airing other offers for your dining pleasure.
Thank you once again for your unselfish service to our great nation. America will forever be in your debt for what you have done for us.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Attention Area Residents:
Today is Veteran's Day. On behalf of the entire Village Board of Altona, i'd like to wish everyone who had served in any of our military branches a very Happy Veteran's Day! It is because of your sacrifices, whether it was in peace time or in an era of conflict, that we are able to enjoy the freedoms that we hold so dear to us today. I'd also like to thank your families as well, because they also serve a vital role to our nation.
Several businesses are offering their thanks to you today by giving some sort of food away. To list just a couple in the area....
Happy Joe's has a free Little Joe Pizza. www.happyjoes.com for details. Applebee's is offering a free meal.
The television is airing other offers for your dining pleasure.
Thank you once again for your unselfish service to our great nation. America will forever be in your debt for what you have done for us.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Posted November 9, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement. Possible slippery conditions while traveling this afternoon. Please click on the following link to view the Weather Statement. www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454. While the snow may be pretty to look at, it can cause for slippery conditions. Please plan accordingly and slow down your driving to allow for weather conditions. The holiday season is upon us and the children are still in school. Let's not make this a tragic one. Please buckle up, don't drink and drive, and drive carefully.
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement. Possible slippery conditions while traveling this afternoon. Please click on the following link to view the Weather Statement. www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454. While the snow may be pretty to look at, it can cause for slippery conditions. Please plan accordingly and slow down your driving to allow for weather conditions. The holiday season is upon us and the children are still in school. Let's not make this a tragic one. Please buckle up, don't drink and drive, and drive carefully.
Posted November 8, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement. First accumulation of snow predicted. Please click on the following link for full details. www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454. Now is the time to get all of your winter gear out of storage and pack in your car in case you were to get stranded this winter. Drive carefully and be safe.
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement. First accumulation of snow predicted. Please click on the following link for full details. www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454. Now is the time to get all of your winter gear out of storage and pack in your car in case you were to get stranded this winter. Drive carefully and be safe.
Posted Tuesday, November 6, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Today is Election Day. The polling place for the Walnut Grove Precinct will be at the Village of Altona Municipal Building. The polls will be open from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. If you do not live in the Walnut Grove Township and you do not know where to vote, the following link has a listing of all of the polls in Knox County. co.knox.il.us/county-clerk/polling-information/ Please remember to vote.
Attention Area Residents:
Today is Election Day. The polling place for the Walnut Grove Precinct will be at the Village of Altona Municipal Building. The polls will be open from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. If you do not live in the Walnut Grove Township and you do not know where to vote, the following link has a listing of all of the polls in Knox County. co.knox.il.us/county-clerk/polling-information/ Please remember to vote.
Posted Sunday, November 4, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
This morning marked the end of Daylight Saving Time. If you haven't turned your clocks back an hour yet, don't forget to do so.
Don't forget to change the batteries in your smoke detectors. Never leave your personaly safety to chance. Always have fresh batteries installed. If your smoke detectors are 10 years old or older, you will need to throw them away and purchase a new one. There are many styles to choose from, and many are made for specific rooms now.
The harvest season is winding down, it is getting darker earlier, and the holidays are fast upon us. Please drive carefully, buckle up, and don't drink and drive.
Tuesday is Election Day - Polls in Illinois are open from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Walnut Grove Precinct will be voting in the Village of Altona Municipal Building's meeting room.
Attention Area Residents:
This morning marked the end of Daylight Saving Time. If you haven't turned your clocks back an hour yet, don't forget to do so.
Don't forget to change the batteries in your smoke detectors. Never leave your personaly safety to chance. Always have fresh batteries installed. If your smoke detectors are 10 years old or older, you will need to throw them away and purchase a new one. There are many styles to choose from, and many are made for specific rooms now.
The harvest season is winding down, it is getting darker earlier, and the holidays are fast upon us. Please drive carefully, buckle up, and don't drink and drive.
Tuesday is Election Day - Polls in Illinois are open from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Walnut Grove Precinct will be voting in the Village of Altona Municipal Building's meeting room.
Posted November 2, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The Village of Altona accepted a bid for our old tractor at last nights board meeting for $6500. Justin Moore of Oneida is the new owner. Thank you to all who had inquired about it.
Attention Area Residents:
The Village of Altona accepted a bid for our old tractor at last nights board meeting for $6500. Justin Moore of Oneida is the new owner. Thank you to all who had inquired about it.
Posted November 1, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Just a few reminders....
The Village of Altona is still accepting bids for our old 1988 Ford tractor with all of the attachments. Please submit your bid to Compton Accounting by 4 p.m. today in order for it to be considered at tonight's board meeting at 7 p.m. The Village Board reserves the right to accept or refuse any or all bids.
Seniors: Your bi-weekly Walnut Grove Retirees potluck luncheon will be tomorrow, Friday November 2nd at 12 noon at the United Church. Please bring a dish to pass.
Sunday, November 4th, Day Light Saving Time Ends at 2:00 a.m. Please remember to turn your clocks back one hour prior to going to bed on Saturday night and catch an extra hour of sleep, or you will be very early for church - which may not be so bad, LOL. Also, please remember to change your batteries in your smoke alarms to ensure that they are working properly. If your smoke detector is 10 years old or more, it is time to replace it. The new standard is to buy smoke alarms that has a built in battery that lasts for five years. Regular smoke detectors are still available.
Tuesday, November 6th is Election Day. Once again the poll for the Walnut Grove Precinct will be at the Village Municipal Building in the board room. Polls will be open from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Attention Village Residents:
Just a few reminders....
The Village of Altona is still accepting bids for our old 1988 Ford tractor with all of the attachments. Please submit your bid to Compton Accounting by 4 p.m. today in order for it to be considered at tonight's board meeting at 7 p.m. The Village Board reserves the right to accept or refuse any or all bids.
Seniors: Your bi-weekly Walnut Grove Retirees potluck luncheon will be tomorrow, Friday November 2nd at 12 noon at the United Church. Please bring a dish to pass.
Sunday, November 4th, Day Light Saving Time Ends at 2:00 a.m. Please remember to turn your clocks back one hour prior to going to bed on Saturday night and catch an extra hour of sleep, or you will be very early for church - which may not be so bad, LOL. Also, please remember to change your batteries in your smoke alarms to ensure that they are working properly. If your smoke detector is 10 years old or more, it is time to replace it. The new standard is to buy smoke alarms that has a built in battery that lasts for five years. Regular smoke detectors are still available.
Tuesday, November 6th is Election Day. Once again the poll for the Walnut Grove Precinct will be at the Village Municipal Building in the board room. Polls will be open from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Posted October 31, 2018
HAPPY HALLOWEEN! On behalf of the Village Board of Trustees, i'd like to wish everyone a fun, safe and Happy Halloween. Please drive carefully and watch out for children tonight.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
HAPPY HALLOWEEN! On behalf of the Village Board of Trustees, i'd like to wish everyone a fun, safe and Happy Halloween. Please drive carefully and watch out for children tonight.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Posted October 30, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
A few reminders for the rest of this week......
October 31st Halloween Trick or Treat hours for the Village of Altona are from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Please turn on your front porch lights if you wish to receive a visit from the children.
The United Church will once again be having their Halloween Supper. They invite you to stop in for a bite to eat during your Trick or Treating. The serving times are from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
While you are out Trick or Treating, don't forget to stop at the Ransom Memorial Public Library for your treats and free book. You'll want to make this one of your earlier stops, as the library is always a popular place to visit.
Please remember to drive carefully while you are out and be on the lookout for the children crossing the streets Trick or Treating. Parents please have your children use a flashlight. Safety tips are listed further on in this posting for your convenience.
The Village Board is still accepting bids for our old tractor with numerous attachments. Please have your bids submitted to Compton Accounting by 4:00 p.m. Thursday, November 1st. We will open those bids during the 7:00 p.m. board meeting that night. It was a very good tractor for us and needs a good home. The reason the Village is selling it is because it was replaced by a regular backhoe to better soot our needs. See photos and particulars further in this posting. The Village reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids.
Walnut Grove Retirees will be having their bi-weekly potluck this friday, November 2, at 12 noon at the United Church. Bring a dish to pass.
Attention Area Residents:
A few reminders for the rest of this week......
October 31st Halloween Trick or Treat hours for the Village of Altona are from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Please turn on your front porch lights if you wish to receive a visit from the children.
The United Church will once again be having their Halloween Supper. They invite you to stop in for a bite to eat during your Trick or Treating. The serving times are from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
While you are out Trick or Treating, don't forget to stop at the Ransom Memorial Public Library for your treats and free book. You'll want to make this one of your earlier stops, as the library is always a popular place to visit.
Please remember to drive carefully while you are out and be on the lookout for the children crossing the streets Trick or Treating. Parents please have your children use a flashlight. Safety tips are listed further on in this posting for your convenience.
The Village Board is still accepting bids for our old tractor with numerous attachments. Please have your bids submitted to Compton Accounting by 4:00 p.m. Thursday, November 1st. We will open those bids during the 7:00 p.m. board meeting that night. It was a very good tractor for us and needs a good home. The reason the Village is selling it is because it was replaced by a regular backhoe to better soot our needs. See photos and particulars further in this posting. The Village reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids.
Walnut Grove Retirees will be having their bi-weekly potluck this friday, November 2, at 12 noon at the United Church. Bring a dish to pass.
Posted October 27, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
On behalf of the Village of Altona Board of Trustees, i'd like to thank the public for coming out to our 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat. The weather was perfect and this years attendance was larger than last year. Thank you to all of the Trunker's who had decorated their cars or booths. You all had done a wonderful job on your displays. For those who were not able to attend, here are some photos from today's event. Thank you again for attending.
Attention Area Residents:
On behalf of the Village of Altona Board of Trustees, i'd like to thank the public for coming out to our 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat. The weather was perfect and this years attendance was larger than last year. Thank you to all of the Trunker's who had decorated their cars or booths. You all had done a wonderful job on your displays. For those who were not able to attend, here are some photos from today's event. Thank you again for attending.
Posted October 27, 2018
Attention Kids!
Don't forget that today from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm will be the second annual Trunk or Treat which will be held at Johnson-Pyle park behind the gas station. Come Trick or Treating as well as to play the games.
Parents - Should their be inclement weather, the Trunk or Treat will be held at the fire station. If people would like to help with the games, please see Village Trustee Nick Morris. The ROWVA Girl Scout Brownie Troop will be collecting food for the ROWVA Food Pantry during this event. Feel free to bring items if you wish.
The public is welcome to participate by decorating their car trunks and give out candy. Let's all have some fun today!
Attention Kids!
Don't forget that today from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm will be the second annual Trunk or Treat which will be held at Johnson-Pyle park behind the gas station. Come Trick or Treating as well as to play the games.
Parents - Should their be inclement weather, the Trunk or Treat will be held at the fire station. If people would like to help with the games, please see Village Trustee Nick Morris. The ROWVA Girl Scout Brownie Troop will be collecting food for the ROWVA Food Pantry during this event. Feel free to bring items if you wish.
The public is welcome to participate by decorating their car trunks and give out candy. Let's all have some fun today!
Posted October 26, 2018
Attention Village People, Ghosts, Goblins and Super Hero's:
Are you ready for all of the fun that will be happening soon within the Village of Altona? Do you have your costumes ready? Just a reminder that tomorrow, Saturday October 27th, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. will be the 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat, which will be held in Johnson-Pyle park located behind the gas station. Come in costume, collect your candy and play some of the games. Parents, see the location of the new playground equipment which is scheduled to be built next month. Also, look for tips further in this posting on how to safely dress your child for Halloween.
This year during the Trunk or Treat as well as during Halloween night Trick or Treat times, the R.O.W.V.A. Girl Scout Brownie Troop #8014 will be holding a food drive to collect food for the R.O.W.V.A. Food Pantry. Please bring your donated goods to the Trunk or Treat, or have them ready for pick up during Trick or Treating.
October 31st is Halloween! The Trick or Treat times for the Village of Altona will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.. Turn on your front porch lights if you wish to get a visit from the children.
The United Church of Altona will once again be having their annual Halloween Supper during Trick or Treating from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.. Stop in for a bite to eat when you get hungry.
The Ransom Memorial Public Library will once again be handing out candy and books for Halloween. Be sure to make the library one of your stops on Halloween night.
The Village of Altona Board of Trustees wishes everyone a very safe and Happy Halloween this year!
Attention Village People, Ghosts, Goblins and Super Hero's:
Are you ready for all of the fun that will be happening soon within the Village of Altona? Do you have your costumes ready? Just a reminder that tomorrow, Saturday October 27th, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. will be the 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat, which will be held in Johnson-Pyle park located behind the gas station. Come in costume, collect your candy and play some of the games. Parents, see the location of the new playground equipment which is scheduled to be built next month. Also, look for tips further in this posting on how to safely dress your child for Halloween.
This year during the Trunk or Treat as well as during Halloween night Trick or Treat times, the R.O.W.V.A. Girl Scout Brownie Troop #8014 will be holding a food drive to collect food for the R.O.W.V.A. Food Pantry. Please bring your donated goods to the Trunk or Treat, or have them ready for pick up during Trick or Treating.
October 31st is Halloween! The Trick or Treat times for the Village of Altona will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.. Turn on your front porch lights if you wish to get a visit from the children.
The United Church of Altona will once again be having their annual Halloween Supper during Trick or Treating from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.. Stop in for a bite to eat when you get hungry.
The Ransom Memorial Public Library will once again be handing out candy and books for Halloween. Be sure to make the library one of your stops on Halloween night.
The Village of Altona Board of Trustees wishes everyone a very safe and Happy Halloween this year!
Posted October 23, 2018
Hey Kids!!!
Halloween is just around the corner, and the Village of Altona knows how to celebrate. Here is a list of everything that is being planned to celebrate the holiday.....
First, just a reminder that this Saturday, October 27th will be the 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat, located behind the gas station in Johnson-Pyle Park from 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Kids, be sure to come in costume and do some early Trick or Treating and play some of the games that are planned.
Parents, the R.O.W.V.A. Brownie Troop 8014 will be collecting food for the R.O.W.V.A. Food pantry during this event as well. Please see Cori Selman and drop off your food donations with her. The Brownies will also be collecting donated food for the pantry during Halloween night as well.
Parents, you will see where the Village has taken down the old wooden slide structure in order to make room for our new playground equipment. This is scheduled to be installed in early November. If anyone would like to donate funds to go towards the playground equipment, the Village has an account at Anderson State Bank in which you are able to donate to. There will also be a collection can as well during the Trunk or Treat. Thank you for your donations as it will all go towards helping the Village improve our park system.
Second, on Halloween night October 31st from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., you are invited to the United Church for a Halloween supper. Stop in for a bite to eat either before or during your Trick or Treating. Will there be a witches brew or frog toes to eat? Only one way to find out. Attend the party and have some fun.
Third, Village of Altona Trick or Treat hours will be on October 31st, from 6:00 pm - 8:00 p.m. Please turn on your porch lights if you wish to get a visit from the little ghosts and goblins. Motorist, please drive carefully and look out for children crossing the streets. Parents be sure to send a flashlight with your child while they are Trick or Treating. Let's make this a safe Halloween for everyone.
Hey Kids!!!
Halloween is just around the corner, and the Village of Altona knows how to celebrate. Here is a list of everything that is being planned to celebrate the holiday.....
First, just a reminder that this Saturday, October 27th will be the 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat, located behind the gas station in Johnson-Pyle Park from 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Kids, be sure to come in costume and do some early Trick or Treating and play some of the games that are planned.
Parents, the R.O.W.V.A. Brownie Troop 8014 will be collecting food for the R.O.W.V.A. Food pantry during this event as well. Please see Cori Selman and drop off your food donations with her. The Brownies will also be collecting donated food for the pantry during Halloween night as well.
Parents, you will see where the Village has taken down the old wooden slide structure in order to make room for our new playground equipment. This is scheduled to be installed in early November. If anyone would like to donate funds to go towards the playground equipment, the Village has an account at Anderson State Bank in which you are able to donate to. There will also be a collection can as well during the Trunk or Treat. Thank you for your donations as it will all go towards helping the Village improve our park system.
Second, on Halloween night October 31st from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., you are invited to the United Church for a Halloween supper. Stop in for a bite to eat either before or during your Trick or Treating. Will there be a witches brew or frog toes to eat? Only one way to find out. Attend the party and have some fun.
Third, Village of Altona Trick or Treat hours will be on October 31st, from 6:00 pm - 8:00 p.m. Please turn on your porch lights if you wish to get a visit from the little ghosts and goblins. Motorist, please drive carefully and look out for children crossing the streets. Parents be sure to send a flashlight with your child while they are Trick or Treating. Let's make this a safe Halloween for everyone.
Posted October 22, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The Knox County Clerks office is looking for people who would be willing to be election judges for the November 6th elections. Local precincts which have vacancies include Walnut Grove and Copley. Please contact Knox County Clerk Scott Erickson at 309-345-3815 to find out all of the details. Thank you.
Attention Area Residents:
The Knox County Clerks office is looking for people who would be willing to be election judges for the November 6th elections. Local precincts which have vacancies include Walnut Grove and Copley. Please contact Knox County Clerk Scott Erickson at 309-345-3815 to find out all of the details. Thank you.
Posted October 21, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Water Bills - Water bills were due yesterday on the 20th. Due to the fact that Compton Accounting is closed on Saturdays, we had asked that you pay your bill by last Friday if you needed to pay by electronic needs such as with a credit card. If you were paying by check, you still had the option to drop your payment in the front door mail slot. If you haven't dropped off your good check yet, please drop it off in the door slot today and it will still be considered having been paid on time. Finance charges will be applied to all accounts who are not paid when they open up on Monday. Thank you for paying your bills on time.
Library E-Reader Class - The Ransom Memorial Public Library will be hosting another E-Reader class tomorrow night October 22nd from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Bring your E-Readers, all ages welcome. Please read the flyer for more details. Thank you.
Attention Village Residents:
Water Bills - Water bills were due yesterday on the 20th. Due to the fact that Compton Accounting is closed on Saturdays, we had asked that you pay your bill by last Friday if you needed to pay by electronic needs such as with a credit card. If you were paying by check, you still had the option to drop your payment in the front door mail slot. If you haven't dropped off your good check yet, please drop it off in the door slot today and it will still be considered having been paid on time. Finance charges will be applied to all accounts who are not paid when they open up on Monday. Thank you for paying your bills on time.
Library E-Reader Class - The Ransom Memorial Public Library will be hosting another E-Reader class tomorrow night October 22nd from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Bring your E-Readers, all ages welcome. Please read the flyer for more details. Thank you.
Posted October 19, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Seniors - Today at 12 noon will be the Walnut Grove Retirees Pot Luck at the United Church. Today's program is on an Argentina Adventure. Sounds like an enjoyable time today. You don't want to miss out. Bring a dish to pass please.
All Residents - Water bills are DUE the 20th of the month. With the 20th falling on a Saturday this month, please pay your water bill by the end of business today at 4:00 p.m. if you haven't already done so as Compton Accounting is closed on Saturday's. Those who will be paying with a debit or credit card will not be able to do so tomorrow, so please make every attempt to pay today to avoid late charges. Those who will be paying by check may insert their bill in an envelope and deposit it in the door mail slot during the day tomorrow if need be. If anyone has questions regarding their bill, you should call Compton Accounting today at 1-844-484-8881. As a reminder, penalty fees are charged to any account which is not paid by the 20th each month, and a $50 reconnect fee is charged to any account which has its service disconnected due to lack of payment. For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payment. Thank you to all who have already paid their water bill. Prompt payments helps the Village operate a safe and reliable water system.
Attention Village Residents:
Seniors - Today at 12 noon will be the Walnut Grove Retirees Pot Luck at the United Church. Today's program is on an Argentina Adventure. Sounds like an enjoyable time today. You don't want to miss out. Bring a dish to pass please.
All Residents - Water bills are DUE the 20th of the month. With the 20th falling on a Saturday this month, please pay your water bill by the end of business today at 4:00 p.m. if you haven't already done so as Compton Accounting is closed on Saturday's. Those who will be paying with a debit or credit card will not be able to do so tomorrow, so please make every attempt to pay today to avoid late charges. Those who will be paying by check may insert their bill in an envelope and deposit it in the door mail slot during the day tomorrow if need be. If anyone has questions regarding their bill, you should call Compton Accounting today at 1-844-484-8881. As a reminder, penalty fees are charged to any account which is not paid by the 20th each month, and a $50 reconnect fee is charged to any account which has its service disconnected due to lack of payment. For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payment. Thank you to all who have already paid their water bill. Prompt payments helps the Village operate a safe and reliable water system.
Posted October 18, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
The following is a list of activities scheduled within the Village this month....
Friday, October 19th - Walnut Grove Retirees Potluck, 12 noon at the United Church. Program: Argentina Adventure.
Friday, October 19th - Water Bills Due by 4:00 p.m. closing time at Compton Accounting. Please contact them in regards to your bill. Compton Accounting is Closed on Saturday's. Bills are normally due on the 20th.
Monday, October 22nd - E-Reader class at Ransom Memorial Public Library from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 27th - 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat, Village Park from 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Come dressed in your costumes for games and treats. See Flyer for full details.
Wednesday, October 31st - Halloween Party. United Church. 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. See flyer for full details.
Wednesday, October 31st - Halloween Night. Village Trick or Treat time are 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Turn your porch lights to receive a visit.
Attention Village Residents:
The following is a list of activities scheduled within the Village this month....
Friday, October 19th - Walnut Grove Retirees Potluck, 12 noon at the United Church. Program: Argentina Adventure.
Friday, October 19th - Water Bills Due by 4:00 p.m. closing time at Compton Accounting. Please contact them in regards to your bill. Compton Accounting is Closed on Saturday's. Bills are normally due on the 20th.
Monday, October 22nd - E-Reader class at Ransom Memorial Public Library from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 27th - 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat, Village Park from 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Come dressed in your costumes for games and treats. See Flyer for full details.
Wednesday, October 31st - Halloween Party. United Church. 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. See flyer for full details.
Wednesday, October 31st - Halloween Night. Village Trick or Treat time are 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Turn your porch lights to receive a visit.
Posted October 16, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
If you have not paid your water bill in full yet, shut offs begin tomorrow morning. Please stop by Compton Accounting first thing in the morning or drop your payment in their door mail slot tonight to avoid your service being shut off and a $50 reconnect fee being added to your account. Thank you.
Attention Village Residents:
If you have not paid your water bill in full yet, shut offs begin tomorrow morning. Please stop by Compton Accounting first thing in the morning or drop your payment in their door mail slot tonight to avoid your service being shut off and a $50 reconnect fee being added to your account. Thank you.
Attention Area Residents:
As you are all aware, September was Emergency Preparedness Month, the time our federal government sets aside to learn the importance of being prepared should some sort of disaster were to occur. Mother Nature all to well reminds us of this need to have a plan of action in order to react.
On October 3rd, 2018, everyone in the country with a cell phone had received the first Presidential Alert. This was a test of the new National Wireless Emergency Alert System. I had found the following article which tells the story behind this Emergency System and why it is important. Click on the following link to learn more, thank you.
mypatriotsupply.com/blogs/scout/the-story-behind-the-text-from-the-president?utm_source=10.13.18+Scout+-+The+Story+behind+the+Text+from+the+President&utm_campaign=10.13.18+Scout+-+The+Story+behind+the+Text+from+the+President&utm_medium=email
As you are all aware, September was Emergency Preparedness Month, the time our federal government sets aside to learn the importance of being prepared should some sort of disaster were to occur. Mother Nature all to well reminds us of this need to have a plan of action in order to react.
On October 3rd, 2018, everyone in the country with a cell phone had received the first Presidential Alert. This was a test of the new National Wireless Emergency Alert System. I had found the following article which tells the story behind this Emergency System and why it is important. Click on the following link to learn more, thank you.
mypatriotsupply.com/blogs/scout/the-story-behind-the-text-from-the-president?utm_source=10.13.18+Scout+-+The+Story+behind+the+Text+from+the+President&utm_campaign=10.13.18+Scout+-+The+Story+behind+the+Text+from+the+President&utm_medium=email
Posted October 12, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Just a friendly reminder that water bills are due on Saturday, October 20th. Compton Accounting is closed on Saturday's, so please make every attempt to have your bill paid by the close of business day on Friday the 19th at 4:00 p.m. For questions regarding your bill, you may contact them at 1-844-484-8881. For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payment. There is a $50 reconnect fee charged to any account who's service is disconnected due to lack of payment, so PLEASE avoid yourself the hassels of not having water service by paying your bills on time. Thank you.
Attention Village Residents:
Just a friendly reminder that water bills are due on Saturday, October 20th. Compton Accounting is closed on Saturday's, so please make every attempt to have your bill paid by the close of business day on Friday the 19th at 4:00 p.m. For questions regarding your bill, you may contact them at 1-844-484-8881. For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payment. There is a $50 reconnect fee charged to any account who's service is disconnected due to lack of payment, so PLEASE avoid yourself the hassels of not having water service by paying your bills on time. Thank you.
Posted October 7, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Today is the observance of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service. Today also kicks off Fire Prevention Week. Thank you to all who volunteer for our fire districts. These people who volunteer in our communities are true heroes. They take time off from work and family to answer our call for help in time of need. President Trump has issued a Presidential Proclamation on Fire Prevention Week. You may view it by clicking on the following link.
https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/presidential-proclamation-fire-prevention-week-2018/
Attention Area Residents:
Today is the observance of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service. Today also kicks off Fire Prevention Week. Thank you to all who volunteer for our fire districts. These people who volunteer in our communities are true heroes. They take time off from work and family to answer our call for help in time of need. President Trump has issued a Presidential Proclamation on Fire Prevention Week. You may view it by clicking on the following link.
https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/presidential-proclamation-fire-prevention-week-2018/
Posted October 5, 2018
Attention Village Kids!
Do you have your costumes all picked out for Halloween this year? If not, then you better hurry. This year you will once again have TWO chances to go Trick or Treating! That's right TWICE the fun.
Saturday October 27th, from 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. will be the 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat held at Johnson-Pyle park behind the Cenex gas station. Come in your costumes and go Trick or Treating and have some fun with the games.
Parents, Village Park Commitee Chairman Nick Morris is looking for volunteers to help out with some of the games being planned, and if anyone would like to participate in the event by decorating their car trunks and give out candy or help with the games, please contact Nick at 309-221-4686 for full details. Thank you in advance for helping make this event a success.
The new playground equipment has been ordered and will be delivered towards the end of the month with an instalation date slated in November. If you would like to make a donation to help with the expenses towards the new equipment, there will be donation boxes for that. Thank you in advance for your donation if you choose to donate.
Also Halloween Trick or Treat hours for October 31st this year will be from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.. Please turn on your porch lights if you wish to have the little ghosts and goblins come to your door.
Attention Village Kids!
Do you have your costumes all picked out for Halloween this year? If not, then you better hurry. This year you will once again have TWO chances to go Trick or Treating! That's right TWICE the fun.
Saturday October 27th, from 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. will be the 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat held at Johnson-Pyle park behind the Cenex gas station. Come in your costumes and go Trick or Treating and have some fun with the games.
Parents, Village Park Commitee Chairman Nick Morris is looking for volunteers to help out with some of the games being planned, and if anyone would like to participate in the event by decorating their car trunks and give out candy or help with the games, please contact Nick at 309-221-4686 for full details. Thank you in advance for helping make this event a success.
The new playground equipment has been ordered and will be delivered towards the end of the month with an instalation date slated in November. If you would like to make a donation to help with the expenses towards the new equipment, there will be donation boxes for that. Thank you in advance for your donation if you choose to donate.
Also Halloween Trick or Treat hours for October 31st this year will be from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.. Please turn on your porch lights if you wish to have the little ghosts and goblins come to your door.
Posted October 3, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The Village is still taking offers for our old Village tractor. The Village is asking $12,500 Or Best Offer. All offers are subject to approval of the Village board, and the board reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. Bids are due by 4:00 p.m. closing time at Compton Accounting on Thursday, October 4th. Good luck.
Attention Area Residents:
The Village is still taking offers for our old Village tractor. The Village is asking $12,500 Or Best Offer. All offers are subject to approval of the Village board, and the board reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. Bids are due by 4:00 p.m. closing time at Compton Accounting on Thursday, October 4th. Good luck.
Posted September 29, 2018
September has been National Preparedness Month. This brings a close to our month long educational series on how to be prepared in case of an emergency or a disaster. If you haven't viewed, or you would like to view all of the materials again, please scroll back through all of the postings during the month of September. The video series will not be taken down.
Here is a review along with some items which haven't been covered in detail yet. Everyone should have an emergency kit with food, water, medications, and supplies such as flashlights and extra batteries to last a minimum of 72 hours. The reason for this is because during any type of disaster, communications and emergency responders may be overwhelmed and may not be able to get to you. You should also have a first aid kit, copies of important papers such as birth certificates and insurance policies in your kit as well. You should also have a NOAA All Hazards battery operated radio with extra batteries so you can be informed. Remember that you should have one gallon of water per person per day for drinking, cooking and sanitation purposes. Don't forget about food, water, and supplies for your pets as well. Pets become victims of disasters as well.
Again, please scroll through and revisit our video series and read all of the tips. For other sources of information and help creating your own emergency kit, visit the following websites:
www.ready.gov
www.fema.gov
www.dhs.gov
www.ready.illinois.gov
www.preparemetrokc.org
www.readync.org
or simply visit www.youtube.com and search emergency preparedness, and you'll find all sorts of information.
Its been mentioned that you should have a plan as well as a back up plan. You should have at least a three day supply of items. Let's look closer at those items....
FOOD & WATER: You should have at least enough water for 1 gallon, per person, per day for your cooking, drinking and sanitation needs. The more the better as you can not live without water. Staying hydrated is important to your health.
Whether you are forced to evacuate during an emergency or snowed in for days during a power outage, you have to eat. Ask yourself: What do I have in my pantry? Do I have foods in my pantry to sustain myself for a prolonged period of time? If you had to evacuate, do you have food that you could simply grab and take with you? While cans of tuna fish and peanut butter can get you by, is this something that you would like to live on for a sustained amount of time, or would you want meals to eat?
If you are able to boil water, there are foods available for this type of purpose. This emergency food has a shelf life for up to 25 years. This food comes either dehydrated or freeze dried. All you have to do is add boiling water. The following websites are provided for your convenience should you be interested in having this type of food on hand.
www.wisefoodstorage.com
www.mypatriotsupply.com
www.mountainhouse.com
www.backpackerspantry.com
www.valleyfoodstorage.com
Do you have a means of cooking? Do you have electricity? If not, do you have a generator? Do you have a gas or charcoal grill? Do you have enough gas or charcoal on hand to use them? Do you have a wood fireplace? If so you could use that to cook in providing you have wood. You could always cook outside over a campfire.
Other ideas for long term food storage is canning. Do you have a garden? If so, canning your harvest will last for years as long as the seals are good. For canning help you can go to the National Center for Home Food Preseration for instructions on various foods. nchfp.uga.edu/.
There are numerous videos on youtube.com that can help in your research for your preparedness needs. While some of these people may seem down to earth, others may come across as preparing for the zombie appocolypce. Take them as you would, but they all have something in common; they have prepared themselves should some sort of emergency or disaster were to occur.
If you would like more information on creating a Prepper pantry for your food storage, here is a video to get you started.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=PuM17eG1nao&t=5s
Clothing: This is self explanitory. You need the proper clothing for the season at hand at all times. In an emergency or a disaster, regardless if you have to leave your home or not, you always want to make sure that you have the proper clothing with you. During the winter, you should always have an extra set of clothes in your car, as well as a blanket and food should you get stranded. If you need to evacuate your home during a disaster, you may only have minutes to gather items prior to leaving. You should have these outfits already in your emergency kits to quickly take with you.
Shelter: You need a place to protect yourself from the elements. But what happens if you have to evacuate your home? The people in Puerto Rico had no place to go last year during their hurricane. Do you know where you would go should you have to evacuate? Would you travel to a friends or relatives house? This is a good idea providing that they are not in the same effected area as you. Would you get a hotel room? If your entire area is being evacuated, EVERYONE will be vying for that same hotel room. If you plan on staying in a hotel, have a list of hotels in that area in order for you to call and make your reservation enroute in order to book your room before anyone else can. You should always have a back up plan should your hotel attempts are unsuccesful. Do you have a newer GM vehicle? If so, then you may be in luck. With your OnStar feature, you may have a phone to use should the phone lines be down. OnStar uses both cellular and satelite technology. If the cell towers or down, then you may be able to use the satelite feature to help you. OnStar had helped their customers evacuate from Hurricane Irma when it had hit Florida last year. Do you camp or like the outdoors? Do you have a cabin? If so, then this could be your getaway spot in an emergency. Do you camp? If you have a tent, camper or an RV, then this could be used as your shelter. With the storage capacity of some of these units, it can hold many of your emergency supplies. If you don't know where to go if the hotels are booked, you may be able to go to a campground. So whether it is with a tent, camper or RV, your shelter needs would be met with some comforts of home.
MONEY: There is one more very important thing that you will need during a disaster. MONEY! You will need money to buy things, pay for hotel rooms, etc. During a power outage, you will not be able to use an ATM. The amount of money that you should have in your home safe for emergencies is up to you. But you want to have enough to cover whatever may come your way.
These are only just a few tips and suggestions to consider and think about. You may come up with other things that would bennifit you and your family.
Thank you for viewing our educational series during National Preparedness Month.
September has been National Preparedness Month. This brings a close to our month long educational series on how to be prepared in case of an emergency or a disaster. If you haven't viewed, or you would like to view all of the materials again, please scroll back through all of the postings during the month of September. The video series will not be taken down.
Here is a review along with some items which haven't been covered in detail yet. Everyone should have an emergency kit with food, water, medications, and supplies such as flashlights and extra batteries to last a minimum of 72 hours. The reason for this is because during any type of disaster, communications and emergency responders may be overwhelmed and may not be able to get to you. You should also have a first aid kit, copies of important papers such as birth certificates and insurance policies in your kit as well. You should also have a NOAA All Hazards battery operated radio with extra batteries so you can be informed. Remember that you should have one gallon of water per person per day for drinking, cooking and sanitation purposes. Don't forget about food, water, and supplies for your pets as well. Pets become victims of disasters as well.
Again, please scroll through and revisit our video series and read all of the tips. For other sources of information and help creating your own emergency kit, visit the following websites:
www.ready.gov
www.fema.gov
www.dhs.gov
www.ready.illinois.gov
www.preparemetrokc.org
www.readync.org
or simply visit www.youtube.com and search emergency preparedness, and you'll find all sorts of information.
Its been mentioned that you should have a plan as well as a back up plan. You should have at least a three day supply of items. Let's look closer at those items....
FOOD & WATER: You should have at least enough water for 1 gallon, per person, per day for your cooking, drinking and sanitation needs. The more the better as you can not live without water. Staying hydrated is important to your health.
Whether you are forced to evacuate during an emergency or snowed in for days during a power outage, you have to eat. Ask yourself: What do I have in my pantry? Do I have foods in my pantry to sustain myself for a prolonged period of time? If you had to evacuate, do you have food that you could simply grab and take with you? While cans of tuna fish and peanut butter can get you by, is this something that you would like to live on for a sustained amount of time, or would you want meals to eat?
If you are able to boil water, there are foods available for this type of purpose. This emergency food has a shelf life for up to 25 years. This food comes either dehydrated or freeze dried. All you have to do is add boiling water. The following websites are provided for your convenience should you be interested in having this type of food on hand.
www.wisefoodstorage.com
www.mypatriotsupply.com
www.mountainhouse.com
www.backpackerspantry.com
www.valleyfoodstorage.com
Do you have a means of cooking? Do you have electricity? If not, do you have a generator? Do you have a gas or charcoal grill? Do you have enough gas or charcoal on hand to use them? Do you have a wood fireplace? If so you could use that to cook in providing you have wood. You could always cook outside over a campfire.
Other ideas for long term food storage is canning. Do you have a garden? If so, canning your harvest will last for years as long as the seals are good. For canning help you can go to the National Center for Home Food Preseration for instructions on various foods. nchfp.uga.edu/.
There are numerous videos on youtube.com that can help in your research for your preparedness needs. While some of these people may seem down to earth, others may come across as preparing for the zombie appocolypce. Take them as you would, but they all have something in common; they have prepared themselves should some sort of emergency or disaster were to occur.
If you would like more information on creating a Prepper pantry for your food storage, here is a video to get you started.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=PuM17eG1nao&t=5s
Clothing: This is self explanitory. You need the proper clothing for the season at hand at all times. In an emergency or a disaster, regardless if you have to leave your home or not, you always want to make sure that you have the proper clothing with you. During the winter, you should always have an extra set of clothes in your car, as well as a blanket and food should you get stranded. If you need to evacuate your home during a disaster, you may only have minutes to gather items prior to leaving. You should have these outfits already in your emergency kits to quickly take with you.
Shelter: You need a place to protect yourself from the elements. But what happens if you have to evacuate your home? The people in Puerto Rico had no place to go last year during their hurricane. Do you know where you would go should you have to evacuate? Would you travel to a friends or relatives house? This is a good idea providing that they are not in the same effected area as you. Would you get a hotel room? If your entire area is being evacuated, EVERYONE will be vying for that same hotel room. If you plan on staying in a hotel, have a list of hotels in that area in order for you to call and make your reservation enroute in order to book your room before anyone else can. You should always have a back up plan should your hotel attempts are unsuccesful. Do you have a newer GM vehicle? If so, then you may be in luck. With your OnStar feature, you may have a phone to use should the phone lines be down. OnStar uses both cellular and satelite technology. If the cell towers or down, then you may be able to use the satelite feature to help you. OnStar had helped their customers evacuate from Hurricane Irma when it had hit Florida last year. Do you camp or like the outdoors? Do you have a cabin? If so, then this could be your getaway spot in an emergency. Do you camp? If you have a tent, camper or an RV, then this could be used as your shelter. With the storage capacity of some of these units, it can hold many of your emergency supplies. If you don't know where to go if the hotels are booked, you may be able to go to a campground. So whether it is with a tent, camper or RV, your shelter needs would be met with some comforts of home.
MONEY: There is one more very important thing that you will need during a disaster. MONEY! You will need money to buy things, pay for hotel rooms, etc. During a power outage, you will not be able to use an ATM. The amount of money that you should have in your home safe for emergencies is up to you. But you want to have enough to cover whatever may come your way.
These are only just a few tips and suggestions to consider and think about. You may come up with other things that would bennifit you and your family.
Thank you for viewing our educational series during National Preparedness Month.
Posted September 28, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
A disaster, whether it be from the weather, terror attack, chemical spill from a train derailment, or in any other form can happen at any time. This is why the Federal government has set aside September as National Preparedness Month. In order to help you get started and to understand the importance of preparedness, please watch the following video from FEMA then click on the link that follows for ideas to start your preparedness evaluation. We will go into more detail in later posts.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_omgt3MEBs
Attention Area Residents:
A disaster, whether it be from the weather, terror attack, chemical spill from a train derailment, or in any other form can happen at any time. This is why the Federal government has set aside September as National Preparedness Month. In order to help you get started and to understand the importance of preparedness, please watch the following video from FEMA then click on the link that follows for ideas to start your preparedness evaluation. We will go into more detail in later posts.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_omgt3MEBs
Please click on this link to start your preparedness kit: www.fema.gov/media-library-data/1440449346150-1ff18127345615d8b7e1effb4752b668/Family_Comm_Plan_508_20150820.pdf
Posted September 27, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
As the federal government has deemed September as National Preparedness Month, the Village of Altona has been offering tips and ideas from FEMA and other sources to help you learn how to prepare and to become more aware of what to do in case of an emgency or disaster, because it may take upwards of 72 hours or more before help can arrive.
If you would like to help your community in times of disasters, please join your local fire department and ambulance districts. These volunteer men and women are our local heros. They are on the front lines of local disasters and help when help is needed. Please support them and consider volunteering and donating funds to them in order for them to purchase better equipment to help our local area.
Here is a recap of things that we've learned so far....
Make a Plan for Yourself, Family and Friends
Practice and Build Out Your Plans
Social Media Content
Attention Area Residents:
As the federal government has deemed September as National Preparedness Month, the Village of Altona has been offering tips and ideas from FEMA and other sources to help you learn how to prepare and to become more aware of what to do in case of an emgency or disaster, because it may take upwards of 72 hours or more before help can arrive.
If you would like to help your community in times of disasters, please join your local fire department and ambulance districts. These volunteer men and women are our local heros. They are on the front lines of local disasters and help when help is needed. Please support them and consider volunteering and donating funds to them in order for them to purchase better equipment to help our local area.
Here is a recap of things that we've learned so far....
Make a Plan for Yourself, Family and Friends
- Make an Emergency Plan.
- Sign up for alerts and warnings in your area.
- Learn your evacuation zone and have an evacuation plan.
- Check your insurance coverage and review the Document and Insure Property guide.
- Plan financially for the possibility of disaster.
Practice and Build Out Your Plans
- Complete an Emergency Financial First Aid Kit (EFFAK)
- Maintain emergency savings for use in case of an emergency
- Participate in an emergency drill
- Know how to access community resources (e.g., shelters, food banks)
Social Media Content
- What important docs should you have in your emergency kit? The Emergency Financial First Aid Kit explains them all: https://go.usa.gov/xNhp6 #NatlPrep
- How will you pay your bills if a disaster strikes? Disasters don’t plan ahead, you can: www.ready.gov/financial-preparedness #NatlPrep
- Maintain emergency savings in case of a disasters. #PlanAhead #NatlPrep
- Do you know how to access community resources where you live? Search online today. #NatlPrep
- Make digital copies of important documents and save them on the cloud or a secure cell phone app in case disaster strikes. #PlanAhead #NatlPrep
- Have at least a one-week supply of medications. #NatlPrep
- Flood insurance policies have a 30-day waiting period before they go into effect. Plan now for floods www.floodsmart.gov #PlanAhead #NatlPrep
- Give yourself financial peace of mind & create an emergency savings account that can be used in a crisis. #natlprep
- Financial prep tip: gather & store critical personal, household, & medical information for easy access during a disaster. #natlprep
Posted September 25, 2018
September is National Preparedness Month. It is the time the federal government sets aside for all of us to become better educated about the importance of being prepared in the event that some sort of emergency or disaster were to happen in our area. Throughout the month, the Village of Altona has been airing a short video clip series to help you learn the importance of being prepared. Why? Because when a disaster occures, it may take upwards of 72 hours before help can arrive to help you. Let's view the last video in this particular video series. In episode 10, this video talks about what you should do if a chemical spill were to happen in your neighborhood. Please feel free to review any and all videos again.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xjpoh7lGqLg
September is National Preparedness Month. It is the time the federal government sets aside for all of us to become better educated about the importance of being prepared in the event that some sort of emergency or disaster were to happen in our area. Throughout the month, the Village of Altona has been airing a short video clip series to help you learn the importance of being prepared. Why? Because when a disaster occures, it may take upwards of 72 hours before help can arrive to help you. Let's view the last video in this particular video series. In episode 10, this video talks about what you should do if a chemical spill were to happen in your neighborhood. Please feel free to review any and all videos again.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xjpoh7lGqLg
Posted September 24, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The federal government has set September as National Preparedness month. Do you know what to do in case of an emergency or a disaster? Let's continue with episode nine in our video series. ReadyNC.org presents Disaster Place Theater, The Ongoing Saga of Disaster and Preparedness. This episode talks about what to do in case of a fire. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W46ENJt-cSU
Attention Area Residents:
The federal government has set September as National Preparedness month. Do you know what to do in case of an emergency or a disaster? Let's continue with episode nine in our video series. ReadyNC.org presents Disaster Place Theater, The Ongoing Saga of Disaster and Preparedness. This episode talks about what to do in case of a fire. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W46ENJt-cSU
Posted September 22, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
As you are probably aware by now, the federal government has deemed September as National Preparedness month. This is the time that the federal government has set aside to educate and bring awareness to the need of preparedness should an emergency ever were to accure. The nightly news showing the devastating effects of mother nature is just a mere reminder of the importance of being prepared.
In our first seven episodes of our Preparedness Meets Disaster video series prepared by Preparemetrokc.org, we've learned some basics on how to make and what to have in your emergency preparedness kits. Now let's look at some specific disasters starting with our eigth episode in our video series of Disaster Place Theater - The Ongoing Saga of Disaster and Preparedness. Thank you to readync.org in preparing this video. This video talks about what to do during a tornado.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5iWC5qIP1oY
Attention Area Residents:
As you are probably aware by now, the federal government has deemed September as National Preparedness month. This is the time that the federal government has set aside to educate and bring awareness to the need of preparedness should an emergency ever were to accure. The nightly news showing the devastating effects of mother nature is just a mere reminder of the importance of being prepared.
In our first seven episodes of our Preparedness Meets Disaster video series prepared by Preparemetrokc.org, we've learned some basics on how to make and what to have in your emergency preparedness kits. Now let's look at some specific disasters starting with our eigth episode in our video series of Disaster Place Theater - The Ongoing Saga of Disaster and Preparedness. Thank you to readync.org in preparing this video. This video talks about what to do during a tornado.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5iWC5qIP1oY
Posted September 21, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Water bills were due yesterday. Any account which was NOT paid in full is now in delinquent status and penalty fees have been applied. Door hangers will be going out and your unpaid water service is now in jeopardy of being shut off. Please drop your payment in the door mail slot at Compton Accounting over the weekend to avoid having your water turned off. There is a $50 reconnect fee to any account which has their service shut off. For questions about your bill, please contact Compton Accounting at 1-844-484-8881. For your convenience, the Village does accept cash, credit cards and your good check for payment. Thank you.
Attention Village Residents:
Water bills were due yesterday. Any account which was NOT paid in full is now in delinquent status and penalty fees have been applied. Door hangers will be going out and your unpaid water service is now in jeopardy of being shut off. Please drop your payment in the door mail slot at Compton Accounting over the weekend to avoid having your water turned off. There is a $50 reconnect fee to any account which has their service shut off. For questions about your bill, please contact Compton Accounting at 1-844-484-8881. For your convenience, the Village does accept cash, credit cards and your good check for payment. Thank you.
Posted September 20, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
September is National Preparedness Month. This is the month that our federal government has set aside to try to bring awareness and educate the public the importance of being prepared in the event of an emergency or disaster. Please take the time this month to evaluate your preparedness needs and build yourself an emergency kit. A disaster CAN & WILL happen. Mother nature can have devastating effects; just look at hurricane Florence, the wild fires in California or the Volcano eruption in Hawaii. While we in the midwest may never suffer from these freaks of nature, we do experience tornadoes, and winter storms. The only question that remains is..... How prepared will you be? Here is the seventh and final episode of our video series prepared by preparemetrokc.org. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YhLM-oQYQUo
Attention Area Residents:
September is National Preparedness Month. This is the month that our federal government has set aside to try to bring awareness and educate the public the importance of being prepared in the event of an emergency or disaster. Please take the time this month to evaluate your preparedness needs and build yourself an emergency kit. A disaster CAN & WILL happen. Mother nature can have devastating effects; just look at hurricane Florence, the wild fires in California or the Volcano eruption in Hawaii. While we in the midwest may never suffer from these freaks of nature, we do experience tornadoes, and winter storms. The only question that remains is..... How prepared will you be? Here is the seventh and final episode of our video series prepared by preparemetrokc.org. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YhLM-oQYQUo
Posted September 18, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
There will be a Oneida - Wataga Fire Department meeting at the Oneida Fire Department at 7:30 pm. This is open to the public. Those people who are concerned, have any questions, or demand answers of the Oneida - Wataga Fire Department trustess as to their plans for Altona - Oneida - Wataga Ambulance Service should attend and make your voices heard. These are your tax dollars being spent and you have the right to get all of your questions answered.
Attention Area Residents:
There will be a Oneida - Wataga Fire Department meeting at the Oneida Fire Department at 7:30 pm. This is open to the public. Those people who are concerned, have any questions, or demand answers of the Oneida - Wataga Fire Department trustess as to their plans for Altona - Oneida - Wataga Ambulance Service should attend and make your voices heard. These are your tax dollars being spent and you have the right to get all of your questions answered.
Posted September 18, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
September is National Preparedness Month. This is the time that our federal government has set aside to try and educate and bring awareness to the public the importance of being prepared in the event of a disaster. Please take the time this month to evaluate your preparedness needs and build yourself an emergency kit. A disaster CAN & WILL happen. The only question that remains is..... How prepared will you be? Here is Episode 6 in our video series.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eQ0KmkguD4U
Attention Area Residents:
September is National Preparedness Month. This is the time that our federal government has set aside to try and educate and bring awareness to the public the importance of being prepared in the event of a disaster. Please take the time this month to evaluate your preparedness needs and build yourself an emergency kit. A disaster CAN & WILL happen. The only question that remains is..... How prepared will you be? Here is Episode 6 in our video series.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eQ0KmkguD4U
Posted September 17, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
The key to surviving any type of disaster is to have a plan. The better the plan, the better the chances of survival during whatever disaster may be at hand. September is Emergency Preparedness Month. This is the month that the federal government has set aside for awareness and to get educated on being prepared. During a crisis, it could take days before help will arrive. Are you and your family prepared should help is not able to arrive?
Here is Episode 5 in our video series between Disaster and Preparedness:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZXYlLelq1M
Attention Village Residents:
The key to surviving any type of disaster is to have a plan. The better the plan, the better the chances of survival during whatever disaster may be at hand. September is Emergency Preparedness Month. This is the month that the federal government has set aside for awareness and to get educated on being prepared. During a crisis, it could take days before help will arrive. Are you and your family prepared should help is not able to arrive?
Here is Episode 5 in our video series between Disaster and Preparedness:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZXYlLelq1M
Posted September 16, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Just a reminder that water bill are due by the end of business day (4:00 p.m.) at Compton Accounting on Thursday, September 20th. Please make every effort to pay your bill on time. Late payments are charged a penalty fee, and any service which is turned off due to lack of payment is charged a $50 reconnection fee. For your conveniance, the Village accepts cash, credit cards, and your good check for payments. Thank you to all for paying your water bills on time.
Attention Village Residents:
Just a reminder that water bill are due by the end of business day (4:00 p.m.) at Compton Accounting on Thursday, September 20th. Please make every effort to pay your bill on time. Late payments are charged a penalty fee, and any service which is turned off due to lack of payment is charged a $50 reconnection fee. For your conveniance, the Village accepts cash, credit cards, and your good check for payments. Thank you to all for paying your water bills on time.
Posted September 15, 2018
September is National Preparedness Month. This is the time set aside by the federal government to try and educate and bring awareness to the public the importance of being prepared for some sort of disaster. Please take the time this month to evaluate your preparedness level and build yourself an emergency kit if you don't have one already. A disaster CAN & WILL happen. The only question that remains is..... How prepared will you be? Here is the fourth episode of our video series.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yD_FSV7i3Bs
September is National Preparedness Month. This is the time set aside by the federal government to try and educate and bring awareness to the public the importance of being prepared for some sort of disaster. Please take the time this month to evaluate your preparedness level and build yourself an emergency kit if you don't have one already. A disaster CAN & WILL happen. The only question that remains is..... How prepared will you be? Here is the fourth episode of our video series.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yD_FSV7i3Bs
Posted September 15, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Harvest season is upon us. Our area farmers will be working long hours and burning the midnight oil getting their harvest to the elevators and to their farms for storage. This means that our roads will be busy with combines, tractors and other equipment. Let us all drive defensively and with caution and be on the look out for slow moving equipment as their equipment can be very large and take up the entire road in some cases.
Farmers, please be sure to take breaks, get plenty of rest, and to shut off your equipment when making repairs. Let's all strive to make this an accident free harvest season.
Attention Area Residents:
Harvest season is upon us. Our area farmers will be working long hours and burning the midnight oil getting their harvest to the elevators and to their farms for storage. This means that our roads will be busy with combines, tractors and other equipment. Let us all drive defensively and with caution and be on the look out for slow moving equipment as their equipment can be very large and take up the entire road in some cases.
Farmers, please be sure to take breaks, get plenty of rest, and to shut off your equipment when making repairs. Let's all strive to make this an accident free harvest season.
Posted September 14, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The armed and dangerous fugitive is now in custody. Thank you to all law enforcement for apprehending this subject.
Attention Area Residents:
The armed and dangerous fugitive is now in custody. Thank you to all law enforcement for apprehending this subject.
Posted September 13, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
At the time of this posting, hurricane Florence has started to bear down on the Carolina coasts. Nearly 17,000 people are out of power and the most damaging part of the storm isn't supposed to hit until during the night. While we in the midwest may not experience hurricanes, we can and do experience other disasters. Mother Nature is in charge and images of hurricanes, volcanic eruptions in Hawaii, or wildfires in California are mere daily reminders of this. This is why the federal government has set aside the month of September as Emergency Preparedness Month. The government wishes everyone to get informed on how to prepare for any disaster so that you can better take care of yourself and your family because resources may be stretched thin, and depending on the disaster; federal, state or local governments may not be able to help you.
Here is the Episode 3 in our video series....
www.youtube.com/watch?v=nMrPXBlZhlA
Attention Area Residents:
At the time of this posting, hurricane Florence has started to bear down on the Carolina coasts. Nearly 17,000 people are out of power and the most damaging part of the storm isn't supposed to hit until during the night. While we in the midwest may not experience hurricanes, we can and do experience other disasters. Mother Nature is in charge and images of hurricanes, volcanic eruptions in Hawaii, or wildfires in California are mere daily reminders of this. This is why the federal government has set aside the month of September as Emergency Preparedness Month. The government wishes everyone to get informed on how to prepare for any disaster so that you can better take care of yourself and your family because resources may be stretched thin, and depending on the disaster; federal, state or local governments may not be able to help you.
Here is the Episode 3 in our video series....
www.youtube.com/watch?v=nMrPXBlZhlA
Posted September 13, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
A wanted man for the delivery of Methamphetamine delivery who is considered - ARMED and DANGEROUS - is on the loose and is evading the police "may" be in the area. Several media outlets have reported about the man named Jack Capps. Do not try and apprehend this individual, but simply call 9-1-1 or the Henry County Crimestoppers at 309-937-2324 or 1-800-227-2324 if you happen to see him. For the complete story and photos of this individual, please click on the following media outlets:
Kewanee Star Courier article.....
www.starcourier.com/news/20180912/blackhawk-task-force-kpd-arrest-alleged-meth-dealer-seek-second-man
KWQC - TV Chanel 6....
www.kwqc.com/content/news/Warrant-out-for-Altona-man-after-meth-drug-bust-in-Kewanee-493117271.html
Attention Area Residents:
A wanted man for the delivery of Methamphetamine delivery who is considered - ARMED and DANGEROUS - is on the loose and is evading the police "may" be in the area. Several media outlets have reported about the man named Jack Capps. Do not try and apprehend this individual, but simply call 9-1-1 or the Henry County Crimestoppers at 309-937-2324 or 1-800-227-2324 if you happen to see him. For the complete story and photos of this individual, please click on the following media outlets:
Kewanee Star Courier article.....
www.starcourier.com/news/20180912/blackhawk-task-force-kpd-arrest-alleged-meth-dealer-seek-second-man
KWQC - TV Chanel 6....
www.kwqc.com/content/news/Warrant-out-for-Altona-man-after-meth-drug-bust-in-Kewanee-493117271.html
Posted September 10, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Our garbage contractor has asked us to remind you that the weight limit for garbage is 50 puonds. Please do not over fill your trash cans. Use an additional bag or can if you must. Thank you.
Attention Village Residents:
Our garbage contractor has asked us to remind you that the weight limit for garbage is 50 puonds. Please do not over fill your trash cans. Use an additional bag or can if you must. Thank you.
September is National Preparedness Month. In an effort to promote this time set aside by the federal government, please take the time this month to evaluate your preparedness level. A disaster CAN & WILL happen. The only question that remains is..... How prepared will you be?
Make a Plan for Yourself, Family and Friends
Here is Episode 2 in our video series: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lkr93WBEiaM
Make a Plan for Yourself, Family and Friends
- Make an Emergency Plan.
- Sign up for alerts and warnings in your area.
- Learn your evacuation zone and have an evacuation plan.
- Check your insurance coverage and review the Document and Insure Property guide.
- Plan financially for the possibility of disaster.
Here is Episode 2 in our video series: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lkr93WBEiaM
Posted September 10, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
The Altona Fire Department will be flushing fire hydrants tonight as part of their practice maneuvers. You may experience some sediment or discoloration of the water due to the water system being stirred up. Thank you.
Attention Village Residents:
The Altona Fire Department will be flushing fire hydrants tonight as part of their practice maneuvers. You may experience some sediment or discoloration of the water due to the water system being stirred up. Thank you.
Posted September 10, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The Village of Altona Board of Trustees had only received one bid at the board meeting last Thursday night. It was rejected, as the board had thought that it was too low. The tractor plus all of its attachments are still for sale. The Village is asking $12,500 or best offer. If you or someone you know could use a good reliable tractor, don't be afraid to submit a sealed bid to Compton Accounting. We will open the new bids at the October 4th meeting at 7:00 p.m. The entire package is being sold as one lot. You will get the tractor with loader, bachhoe which includes two different sized buckets, a rear blade, a sickle mower as well as a flail mower. Good luck and spread the word. Thank you.
Attention Area Residents:
The Village of Altona Board of Trustees had only received one bid at the board meeting last Thursday night. It was rejected, as the board had thought that it was too low. The tractor plus all of its attachments are still for sale. The Village is asking $12,500 or best offer. If you or someone you know could use a good reliable tractor, don't be afraid to submit a sealed bid to Compton Accounting. We will open the new bids at the October 4th meeting at 7:00 p.m. The entire package is being sold as one lot. You will get the tractor with loader, bachhoe which includes two different sized buckets, a rear blade, a sickle mower as well as a flail mower. Good luck and spread the word. Thank you.
September 8, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
September is National Preparedness Month, a time that the federal government sets aside to help educate the public on how to better prepare themselves and their families should some sort of disaster were to happen as resources will be stretched thin to help. Here is Episode 1 of a video series to get us started.....
Attention Area Residents:
September is National Preparedness Month, a time that the federal government sets aside to help educate the public on how to better prepare themselves and their families should some sort of disaster were to happen as resources will be stretched thin to help. Here is Episode 1 of a video series to get us started.....
Posted September 7, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
September is National Preparedness Month.
The federal government sets this month aside to bring awareness, as well as to educate the importance of being prepared should you or your family happen to experience some sort of disaster. By educating the citizenry, people can be better prepared to take care of themselves and their families rather than having to rely and depend on the federal, state or local governments for help during a severe crisis when resources will be extremely limited.
Disasters can come in many forms. They be manmade such as terrorist attacks or hazardous material accidents that require evacuations; or they can be caused by the weather such as tornadoes, volcano eruptions, wild fires, flooding, snow and ice storms, etc. Regardless of the type of disaster, people should be prepared. Do you know what to do, or how to prepare? For help or lifesaving tips, visit www.ready.gov.
Throughout the month of September, tips and suggestions will be posted on the Village website and Facebook page to help educate you on how to be prepared in the event of a disaster.
Here are 10 examples of essential items to keep in your home in the event of a disaster (many which could also come in handy if stored in your vehicle for when you're away from home):
1. Water - Keep one gallon per person per day for drinking, food preparation and sanitation; store water bottles/bricks/barrels in a cool dark place and refresh every 6 to 12 months.
2. Food - Store at least 5-7 days of nonperishable food for each person - much more, if possible. Also keep canned and packaged goods, frozen and refrigerated and other rotated foods. Emergency food companies such as wisefoodstorage.com as well as others (just do a Google search) can help you should you wish to have emergency food on hand.
3. Cooking - If you lose power, could you still cook? Do you have a gas or charcoal grill? If so, do you have extra LP tanks filled up, or plenty of bags of charcoal on hand to cook? Do you have a generator? Do you have fuel to run it in order to have power for your cooking device?
4. Clothes - Have on hand one change of clothes and footwear per person; also consider packing blankets, rain gear and outerwear in case of inclement weather.
5. Medications - Collect at least 3 days worth of any prescription medications you take; be sure to check expiration dates so you don't keep them past their time.
6. Flashlights - Keep one or more bright flashlights in case the power goes out; consider using a head-lamp or lantern-style one for hands-free use.
7. Can opener - Make sure it's a manual can opener in case there's no power.
8. Radio - A battery-powered, solar-powered or crank-operated radio for listening to news and weather; and don't forget extra batteries!
9. Hygiene Items - Keep a basic supply of soap, toilet paper, toothbrushes/toothpaste; moist towelettes can also be useful for quick sanitation.
10. First Aid Supplies - Store essentials such as antiseptic, gloves, bandages and non-prescription medicines; you can buy a pre-made kit at most pharmacies or grocery stores.
Attention Village Residents:
September is National Preparedness Month.
The federal government sets this month aside to bring awareness, as well as to educate the importance of being prepared should you or your family happen to experience some sort of disaster. By educating the citizenry, people can be better prepared to take care of themselves and their families rather than having to rely and depend on the federal, state or local governments for help during a severe crisis when resources will be extremely limited.
Disasters can come in many forms. They be manmade such as terrorist attacks or hazardous material accidents that require evacuations; or they can be caused by the weather such as tornadoes, volcano eruptions, wild fires, flooding, snow and ice storms, etc. Regardless of the type of disaster, people should be prepared. Do you know what to do, or how to prepare? For help or lifesaving tips, visit www.ready.gov.
Throughout the month of September, tips and suggestions will be posted on the Village website and Facebook page to help educate you on how to be prepared in the event of a disaster.
Here are 10 examples of essential items to keep in your home in the event of a disaster (many which could also come in handy if stored in your vehicle for when you're away from home):
1. Water - Keep one gallon per person per day for drinking, food preparation and sanitation; store water bottles/bricks/barrels in a cool dark place and refresh every 6 to 12 months.
2. Food - Store at least 5-7 days of nonperishable food for each person - much more, if possible. Also keep canned and packaged goods, frozen and refrigerated and other rotated foods. Emergency food companies such as wisefoodstorage.com as well as others (just do a Google search) can help you should you wish to have emergency food on hand.
3. Cooking - If you lose power, could you still cook? Do you have a gas or charcoal grill? If so, do you have extra LP tanks filled up, or plenty of bags of charcoal on hand to cook? Do you have a generator? Do you have fuel to run it in order to have power for your cooking device?
4. Clothes - Have on hand one change of clothes and footwear per person; also consider packing blankets, rain gear and outerwear in case of inclement weather.
5. Medications - Collect at least 3 days worth of any prescription medications you take; be sure to check expiration dates so you don't keep them past their time.
6. Flashlights - Keep one or more bright flashlights in case the power goes out; consider using a head-lamp or lantern-style one for hands-free use.
7. Can opener - Make sure it's a manual can opener in case there's no power.
8. Radio - A battery-powered, solar-powered or crank-operated radio for listening to news and weather; and don't forget extra batteries!
9. Hygiene Items - Keep a basic supply of soap, toilet paper, toothbrushes/toothpaste; moist towelettes can also be useful for quick sanitation.
10. First Aid Supplies - Store essentials such as antiseptic, gloves, bandages and non-prescription medicines; you can buy a pre-made kit at most pharmacies or grocery stores.
Posted September 7, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for Knox County until Saturday morning at 7:00 a.m. Please do NOT travel through stands of water should you come across it. To learn more about this Flash Flood Watch, please click on the following link:
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for Knox County until Saturday morning at 7:00 a.m. Please do NOT travel through stands of water should you come across it. To learn more about this Flash Flood Watch, please click on the following link:
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Posted September 6, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Just a reminder that sealed bids for the Village of Altona tractor plus all of the attachments which are for sale are due in at the Compton Accounting office by 4 pm. today. The Village is asking $12,500 OBO. Please make your bids count. Thank you and good luck!
Attention Area Residents:
Just a reminder that sealed bids for the Village of Altona tractor plus all of the attachments which are for sale are due in at the Compton Accounting office by 4 pm. today. The Village is asking $12,500 OBO. Please make your bids count. Thank you and good luck!
Posted September 5, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Today is National Cheese Pizza Day! Needing an idea for supper? Eat some cheeze pizza.
Attention Area Residents:
Today is National Cheese Pizza Day! Needing an idea for supper? Eat some cheeze pizza.
Posted September 4, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Just a reminder that the deadline to submit sealed bids for the purchase of the Village tractor with all of its attachments is this Thursday September 6, by 4:00 p.m. at Compton Accounting office. The Village is asking $12,500 OBO for the tractor with ALL of the attachments. The Village reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. To view the attachments, contact the Village at 309-484-6111 and leave a message to arrange an appoinment.
Attention Area Residents:
Just a reminder that the deadline to submit sealed bids for the purchase of the Village tractor with all of its attachments is this Thursday September 6, by 4:00 p.m. at Compton Accounting office. The Village is asking $12,500 OBO for the tractor with ALL of the attachments. The Village reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. To view the attachments, contact the Village at 309-484-6111 and leave a message to arrange an appoinment.
Posted September 2, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
It is the Labor Day holiday weekend. A time to celebrate the end of summer, and those who work and belong to unions. It is a time of BBQ's and gathering of friends and family. For many, this time will be used to celebrate with alcohol. If you do choose to celebrate with alcohol at your parties that you attend, please drink responsibly and choose a designated driver. Please don't drink and drive. The police will be out in full force this weekend looking for drunk or buzzed drivers, seat belt violaters and speeders. Please drive safe so that you'll be here for the next holiday season which is just around the corner. Thank you.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Attention Area Residents:
It is the Labor Day holiday weekend. A time to celebrate the end of summer, and those who work and belong to unions. It is a time of BBQ's and gathering of friends and family. For many, this time will be used to celebrate with alcohol. If you do choose to celebrate with alcohol at your parties that you attend, please drink responsibly and choose a designated driver. Please don't drink and drive. The police will be out in full force this weekend looking for drunk or buzzed drivers, seat belt violaters and speeders. Please drive safe so that you'll be here for the next holiday season which is just around the corner. Thank you.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Posted August 28, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for our area until 11 pm. Please click on the following link for full details.
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings-1904144/2240454
Attention Village Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for our area until 11 pm. Please click on the following link for full details.
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings-1904144/2240454
Posted August 28, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Just a few reminders of some things coming up....
Tonight at 7 pm, Community Women's Bible Study at Bethany Baptist Church.
If anyone has not paid their water bill yet, your account is now in delinquent status (it was due on the 20th) and your water is scheduled to be shut off within the next couple of days. Please save yourself the hassel of not having water when you need it (such as in the middle of a shower) as well as the extra fees which are applied for having your services turned off. For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payment. Thank you to all of those who had paid their bill on time.
The Village has its tractor and all of its attachments for sale which is located at the Water Works Building for inspection. To see view the attachments, please call and leave a message for our employee and to set up a time to view. 309-484-6111. The Village is asking $12,500 or best offer. Please submit your bids to Compton Accounting prior to the close of business day at 4 pm on September 6th.
The Altona Fire Department will be flushing fire hydrants during the week of September 10th. You may experience some discoloration during this process due to sediments being stirred up within the system.
Attention Village Residents:
Just a few reminders of some things coming up....
Tonight at 7 pm, Community Women's Bible Study at Bethany Baptist Church.
If anyone has not paid their water bill yet, your account is now in delinquent status (it was due on the 20th) and your water is scheduled to be shut off within the next couple of days. Please save yourself the hassel of not having water when you need it (such as in the middle of a shower) as well as the extra fees which are applied for having your services turned off. For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payment. Thank you to all of those who had paid their bill on time.
The Village has its tractor and all of its attachments for sale which is located at the Water Works Building for inspection. To see view the attachments, please call and leave a message for our employee and to set up a time to view. 309-484-6111. The Village is asking $12,500 or best offer. Please submit your bids to Compton Accounting prior to the close of business day at 4 pm on September 6th.
The Altona Fire Department will be flushing fire hydrants during the week of September 10th. You may experience some discoloration during this process due to sediments being stirred up within the system.
Posted August 26, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory which will take effect today at 12 noon and last until 7 p.m. on Tuesday evening. Afternoon peak Heat Index Values are expected to be over 100 degrees. Please try and limit your outdoor physical activity during the heat of the day and drink plenty of water. Please check on your neighbors, especially those whom are elderly or without air conditioning. To read the full details about this Heat Advisory, click on the following link: www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory which will take effect today at 12 noon and last until 7 p.m. on Tuesday evening. Afternoon peak Heat Index Values are expected to be over 100 degrees. Please try and limit your outdoor physical activity during the heat of the day and drink plenty of water. Please check on your neighbors, especially those whom are elderly or without air conditioning. To read the full details about this Heat Advisory, click on the following link: www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Posted August 22, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Mediacom cable has informed the Village of Altona of the following price increases which will be in effect starting September 1, 2018. For those who subscribe to Mediacom, please refer to the rate increases that will apply to you.
Attention Village Residents:
Mediacom cable has informed the Village of Altona of the following price increases which will be in effect starting September 1, 2018. For those who subscribe to Mediacom, please refer to the rate increases that will apply to you.
Posted August 21, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Just a reminder that the Village of Altona is selling its old tractor. We are asking $12,500 or best offer. The tractor comes with many attachments and is being sold in one lot. What all do you get?
1988 Ford 250c, 2 wheel drive tractor with 1638 hours
744 front loader bucket
Woods Ground Breaker 9000, model # BH9000-1 backhoe attachment with both a 2 foot and a 3 foot ditching bucket
Woods Rear blade RB 750-2
IH 1300 Sickle Bar mower
Ford 917 Flail mower
This has been a good tractor for the Village and is being sold as we no longer have the need for it after buying a new backhoe. Please submit your sealed bids to Compton Accounting by 4 p.m. by Thursday, September 6th. Please direct any questions, or viewing of the attachments to our Village employee Jason Chasteen at 309-484-6111. Please leave a message and your phone call will be returned. The Village reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. Thank you.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona, IL
Attention Area Residents:
Just a reminder that the Village of Altona is selling its old tractor. We are asking $12,500 or best offer. The tractor comes with many attachments and is being sold in one lot. What all do you get?
1988 Ford 250c, 2 wheel drive tractor with 1638 hours
744 front loader bucket
Woods Ground Breaker 9000, model # BH9000-1 backhoe attachment with both a 2 foot and a 3 foot ditching bucket
Woods Rear blade RB 750-2
IH 1300 Sickle Bar mower
Ford 917 Flail mower
This has been a good tractor for the Village and is being sold as we no longer have the need for it after buying a new backhoe. Please submit your sealed bids to Compton Accounting by 4 p.m. by Thursday, September 6th. Please direct any questions, or viewing of the attachments to our Village employee Jason Chasteen at 309-484-6111. Please leave a message and your phone call will be returned. The Village reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. Thank you.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona, IL
Posted August 19, 2018
Attention Area and Village Residents:
Are you wanting to support a worth while organization? Today you can help out your local heros that help you during your time of need. Today is the Altona-Oneida-Wataga Volunteer Ambulance Service Trap Shoot Fundraiser. It is located 5 miles north of Galesburg on U.S. Rt. 150 (look for the signs). Registration starts at 12 noon (please read the flyer for full details). Don't shoot trap? That's ok, there will be food for sale as well as a silent auction and raffle items too. So come on out and have some fun in the outdoors and support your local heros.
Just a final reminder, Village of Altona residents, your water bills are DUE tomorrow - Monday August 20th by the end of business day at 4:00 p.m. at Compton Accounting. If you have any questions regarding your bill, please call Compton Accounting at 1-844-484-8881. For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payment. Don't be late. Thank you to all who have paid their bills on time. It is much appreciated.
Attention Area and Village Residents:
Are you wanting to support a worth while organization? Today you can help out your local heros that help you during your time of need. Today is the Altona-Oneida-Wataga Volunteer Ambulance Service Trap Shoot Fundraiser. It is located 5 miles north of Galesburg on U.S. Rt. 150 (look for the signs). Registration starts at 12 noon (please read the flyer for full details). Don't shoot trap? That's ok, there will be food for sale as well as a silent auction and raffle items too. So come on out and have some fun in the outdoors and support your local heros.
Just a final reminder, Village of Altona residents, your water bills are DUE tomorrow - Monday August 20th by the end of business day at 4:00 p.m. at Compton Accounting. If you have any questions regarding your bill, please call Compton Accounting at 1-844-484-8881. For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payment. Don't be late. Thank you to all who have paid their bills on time. It is much appreciated.
Posted August 17, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Here is a reminder of some upcoming events....
Today, August 17th: Walnut Grove Retirees Potluck, 12 noon at the United Church. Program: Iguazu Falls in South America. Please view the flyer for full details.
Sunday, August 19th: Altona - Oneida - Wataga Ambulance Service Trap Shoot Fundraiser. Registration from 12 noon - 2pm. Competition starts at 1 pm. Located 5 miles north of Galesburg on Rt. 150, watch for the signs. Food sales. Please view the flyer for full details.
Monday, August 20th: Water Bills are due by the end of business at 4 pm. All payments received after that time will be subjected to penalty charges and services being shut off. There is a $50 reconnect fee charged to all accounts which have had their services shut off due to lack of payment. For your conveniance, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payment.
Tuesday, August 28th: Bethany Baptist Church Community Women's Bible Study. 7 pm. Please view the flyer for full details.
Attention Village Residents:
Here is a reminder of some upcoming events....
Today, August 17th: Walnut Grove Retirees Potluck, 12 noon at the United Church. Program: Iguazu Falls in South America. Please view the flyer for full details.
Sunday, August 19th: Altona - Oneida - Wataga Ambulance Service Trap Shoot Fundraiser. Registration from 12 noon - 2pm. Competition starts at 1 pm. Located 5 miles north of Galesburg on Rt. 150, watch for the signs. Food sales. Please view the flyer for full details.
Monday, August 20th: Water Bills are due by the end of business at 4 pm. All payments received after that time will be subjected to penalty charges and services being shut off. There is a $50 reconnect fee charged to all accounts which have had their services shut off due to lack of payment. For your conveniance, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payment.
Tuesday, August 28th: Bethany Baptist Church Community Women's Bible Study. 7 pm. Please view the flyer for full details.
Posted August 15th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The Village of Altona has recently acquired a new backhoe to better serve the needs of the Village and no longer has use for its older tractor. This tractor has served the Village well over the years, and is being sold because it simply does not meet our current needs, nor do we have the room to store it. It will make a nice tractor for a farm, or someone in need for a utility tractor and its many attachments.
The Village is taking sealed bids for this tractor and all of its attachments. Please submit these bids to Compton Accounting by 4:00 pm by September 6th, 2018. The tractor is on display at the Water Works Building along the highway at 202 S. Depot St. for your viewing, however, please contact Village employee Jason Chasteen at 309-484-6111 to make arrangements to view the attachments, as they are not all on display. The Village is asking $12,500 Or Best Offer for the entire lot. The Village will NOT piece meal this sale. The tractor and attachments are priced to sell, so please submit your best offer as this tractor is sure to be in high demand, and people will no doubt be submitting good offers. The Village reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. Please review the ordinance which has the full listing of all of the attachments. Pictures of the tractor and attachments are posted for your convenience. Thank you and good luck with your bids.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona, IL.
Attention Area Residents:
The Village of Altona has recently acquired a new backhoe to better serve the needs of the Village and no longer has use for its older tractor. This tractor has served the Village well over the years, and is being sold because it simply does not meet our current needs, nor do we have the room to store it. It will make a nice tractor for a farm, or someone in need for a utility tractor and its many attachments.
The Village is taking sealed bids for this tractor and all of its attachments. Please submit these bids to Compton Accounting by 4:00 pm by September 6th, 2018. The tractor is on display at the Water Works Building along the highway at 202 S. Depot St. for your viewing, however, please contact Village employee Jason Chasteen at 309-484-6111 to make arrangements to view the attachments, as they are not all on display. The Village is asking $12,500 Or Best Offer for the entire lot. The Village will NOT piece meal this sale. The tractor and attachments are priced to sell, so please submit your best offer as this tractor is sure to be in high demand, and people will no doubt be submitting good offers. The Village reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. Please review the ordinance which has the full listing of all of the attachments. Pictures of the tractor and attachments are posted for your convenience. Thank you and good luck with your bids.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona, IL.
Posted August 13th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Just a reminder that R.O.W.V.A. Community School District #208 starts school tomorrow morning with an early dismissal at 1:45 p.m.. Please drive with caution and look out for children crossing the streets as they may not be looking out for you. Thank you.
Attention Area Residents:
Just a reminder that R.O.W.V.A. Community School District #208 starts school tomorrow morning with an early dismissal at 1:45 p.m.. Please drive with caution and look out for children crossing the streets as they may not be looking out for you. Thank you.
Posted August 13th, 2018
Attention Village Residents: FOX SIGHTING ALERT!
Earlier this spring it was reported that there was a fox roaming around the downtown area. Residents were advised to keep their small pets inside, not to leave pet food outdoors at night, as well as to lock your chickens up at night for those few people that have them in town. This morning at 12:51 a.m. an adult fox was seen crossing the highway at 108 N. Depot St. heading east.
Residents are still advised to be vigilant in keeping small pets indoors as well as emptying your outdoor pet dishes at night, as a fox is very adaptable with its diet. Also please clean up any areas around your properties that could welcome the fox to bed down or make a den on your property. Cut any tall weeds, dispose of piles of building materials, repair any out buildings that could allow the fox to move in. Thank you.
To learn more about this species, please click on the following links....
www.wildernessclassroom.com/wilderness-library/red-fox/
https://www.nature.org/ourinitiatives/regions/northamerica/unitedstates/utah/placesweprotect/fact-sheets-mammals-1.pdf
Attention Village Residents: FOX SIGHTING ALERT!
Earlier this spring it was reported that there was a fox roaming around the downtown area. Residents were advised to keep their small pets inside, not to leave pet food outdoors at night, as well as to lock your chickens up at night for those few people that have them in town. This morning at 12:51 a.m. an adult fox was seen crossing the highway at 108 N. Depot St. heading east.
Residents are still advised to be vigilant in keeping small pets indoors as well as emptying your outdoor pet dishes at night, as a fox is very adaptable with its diet. Also please clean up any areas around your properties that could welcome the fox to bed down or make a den on your property. Cut any tall weeds, dispose of piles of building materials, repair any out buildings that could allow the fox to move in. Thank you.
To learn more about this species, please click on the following links....
www.wildernessclassroom.com/wilderness-library/red-fox/
https://www.nature.org/ourinitiatives/regions/northamerica/unitedstates/utah/placesweprotect/fact-sheets-mammals-1.pdf
Posted August 11th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Just a few reminders of some upcoming events in the weeks to come.....
Tuesday, August 14th: 1st Day of School. Please be extra cautious when traveling as school children will be crossing the streets and they may not be looking out for you. The big yellow busses will be out as well.
Friday, August 17th: Walnut Grove Retirees Potluck at the United Church at 12 noon. Program: Iguazu Falls in South America.
Sunday, August 19th: Altona-Oneida-Wataga Ambulance Service Trap Shoot Fundraiser. Please see the flyer for full details.
Monday, August 20th: Water Bills are Due! Please pay on time to avoid penalty charges. Thank you.
Attention Village Residents:
Just a few reminders of some upcoming events in the weeks to come.....
Tuesday, August 14th: 1st Day of School. Please be extra cautious when traveling as school children will be crossing the streets and they may not be looking out for you. The big yellow busses will be out as well.
Friday, August 17th: Walnut Grove Retirees Potluck at the United Church at 12 noon. Program: Iguazu Falls in South America.
Sunday, August 19th: Altona-Oneida-Wataga Ambulance Service Trap Shoot Fundraiser. Please see the flyer for full details.
Monday, August 20th: Water Bills are Due! Please pay on time to avoid penalty charges. Thank you.
Posted August 4th, 2018
Happy 228th Birthday to the United States Coast Guard. To learn about their history, click on the following link:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_the_United_States_Coast_Guard
Happy 228th Birthday to the United States Coast Guard. To learn about their history, click on the following link:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_the_United_States_Coast_Guard
Posted July 31, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Please continue to be vigilant and be sure that your homes and vehicles are locked up at night. Please stow away anything loose that you do not wish to be taken. There was a report of someone taking some lawn chairs off someone's front porch. Please keep a lookout in your neighborhood and a watchful eye on your neighbors. If you see ANYTHING suspicious, please call 9-1-1. The Sheriff's Department can not respond if they are not called. Let's nip this in the bud before it escalates. Together we can take a bite out of crime. Thank you.
Attention Village Residents:
Please continue to be vigilant and be sure that your homes and vehicles are locked up at night. Please stow away anything loose that you do not wish to be taken. There was a report of someone taking some lawn chairs off someone's front porch. Please keep a lookout in your neighborhood and a watchful eye on your neighbors. If you see ANYTHING suspicious, please call 9-1-1. The Sheriff's Department can not respond if they are not called. Let's nip this in the bud before it escalates. Together we can take a bite out of crime. Thank you.
Posted July 28, 2018
Attention Altona Residents:
It has come to the Village's attention that there has been a couple of reports of break-in's in Oneida. The Knox County Sheriff's Department would like to remind everyone to be sure to lock up your vehicles and homes and to call in ANY suspicious activity that you see. As McRuff the Crime Dog would say.... "Together we can take a bite out of crime".
Attention Altona Residents:
It has come to the Village's attention that there has been a couple of reports of break-in's in Oneida. The Knox County Sheriff's Department would like to remind everyone to be sure to lock up your vehicles and homes and to call in ANY suspicious activity that you see. As McRuff the Crime Dog would say.... "Together we can take a bite out of crime".
Posted July 27, 2018
Attention Altona Parents:
Do you have an Altona address with children Pre-K through 6th grade? If so, then Saturday, July 28th from 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon is your last chance to pick up your free school supplies for your children for the upcoming school year. Project Back To School - Altona is distributing these at the Ransom Memorial Public Library. Please see the flyer for full details.
Thank you to all of the businesses, organizations, and individuals who had donated items or money to help this project succeed.
Attention Altona Parents:
Do you have an Altona address with children Pre-K through 6th grade? If so, then Saturday, July 28th from 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon is your last chance to pick up your free school supplies for your children for the upcoming school year. Project Back To School - Altona is distributing these at the Ransom Memorial Public Library. Please see the flyer for full details.
Thank you to all of the businesses, organizations, and individuals who had donated items or money to help this project succeed.
Posted July 25, 2018
Attention Village Youth:
Do you feel like you need a break from mom and dad? Then join your friends in all of the fun at Vacation Bible School this week. It starts at 5:15 pm and lasts until 8:15 pm. See the flyer for full details.
Also, don't forget to tell your parents that the Project Back To School will be handing out their school supplies to the Altona kids this Friday afternoon from 3 pm - 5pm, and Saturday morning from 9 am - 12 noon at the Ransom Memorial Public Library. See the flyer for full details. Be sure to thank all of the businesses, churches, organizations and individuals who had donated items and money to help with your educational needs.
Attention Village Youth:
Do you feel like you need a break from mom and dad? Then join your friends in all of the fun at Vacation Bible School this week. It starts at 5:15 pm and lasts until 8:15 pm. See the flyer for full details.
Also, don't forget to tell your parents that the Project Back To School will be handing out their school supplies to the Altona kids this Friday afternoon from 3 pm - 5pm, and Saturday morning from 9 am - 12 noon at the Ransom Memorial Public Library. See the flyer for full details. Be sure to thank all of the businesses, churches, organizations and individuals who had donated items and money to help with your educational needs.
Posted July 24, 2018
Attention Village Parents:
Don't forget that the Vacation Bible School continues this week until Thursday from 5:15 pm - 8:15 pm.
Project Back Pack - Altona will be handing out school supplies for Pre-K to 6th grade this Friday from 3 pm - 5 pm and Saturday morning from 9 am - 12 noon. Please see the flyer or call the Ransom Memorial Library at 484-6193 for further details.
A special thank you to all of the businesses, churches and individuals who have donated items or money to help fund this program for the Altona youth.
Attention Village Parents:
Don't forget that the Vacation Bible School continues this week until Thursday from 5:15 pm - 8:15 pm.
Project Back Pack - Altona will be handing out school supplies for Pre-K to 6th grade this Friday from 3 pm - 5 pm and Saturday morning from 9 am - 12 noon. Please see the flyer or call the Ransom Memorial Library at 484-6193 for further details.
A special thank you to all of the businesses, churches and individuals who have donated items or money to help fund this program for the Altona youth.
Posted July 22, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Just a reminder that Vacation Bible School starts tomorrow. It will be held at the United Church. The volunteers from Immanuel Lutheran and United Church are looking forward in sharing their program with the youth. Ages Pre-K to 6th grade. Best of all...... It's FREE! Please see the flyer for full details.
Attention Village Residents:
Just a reminder that Vacation Bible School starts tomorrow. It will be held at the United Church. The volunteers from Immanuel Lutheran and United Church are looking forward in sharing their program with the youth. Ages Pre-K to 6th grade. Best of all...... It's FREE! Please see the flyer for full details.
Posted July 21, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
For those who had paid their water bills by yesterday's due date...... THANK YOU! If by chance you have not paid your bill yet, your account is now delinquent and is subject to being turned off due to lack of payment. Please place your payment (cash, money order or your good check) in an envelope and deposit it in the mail drop box in the front door at Compton Accounting's office THIS weekend. The Village will accept your payment deposited in the dropbox this weekend as paid on the 20th so that your water won't be shut off, nor will delinquent charges be applied to your account. You MUST however have your payment deposited in the door THIS weekend. All accounts not paid by Monday morning when the office opens will be considered delinquent, and all relevant charges will be duly applied. Thank you to all whom have paid their water bill.
Attention Village Residents:
For those who had paid their water bills by yesterday's due date...... THANK YOU! If by chance you have not paid your bill yet, your account is now delinquent and is subject to being turned off due to lack of payment. Please place your payment (cash, money order or your good check) in an envelope and deposit it in the mail drop box in the front door at Compton Accounting's office THIS weekend. The Village will accept your payment deposited in the dropbox this weekend as paid on the 20th so that your water won't be shut off, nor will delinquent charges be applied to your account. You MUST however have your payment deposited in the door THIS weekend. All accounts not paid by Monday morning when the office opens will be considered delinquent, and all relevant charges will be duly applied. Thank you to all whom have paid their water bill.
Posted July 19, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Just a reminder of some events and their dates which are coming up within the next couple of weeks.......
Friday, July 2o: Walnut Grove Retirees Potluck Dinner at the United Church. 12 noon. Bring a dish to pass for some fellowship. Please see the flyer for details.
Friday, July 20: Water Bills are DUE TODAY by 4:00 p.m. at Compton Accounting. For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check. Please avoid the hassels of having your water shut during an unfortunate momen (such as during a shower). Please pay your bill on time. Thank you, and thank you to all who have paid their bills already.
Monday, July 23 - 26: Vacation Bible School at the United Church. 5:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. Please see the flyer for full details.
Wednesday, July 25: School Registration Starts. Please contact the R.O.W.V.A. District for details.
Friday & Saturday, July 27 & 28: Project Back To School - Altona. Altona parents, Pick up some school supplies for your kids at the Ransom Memorial Public Library. Thank you to all of the businesses and individuals who have donated items or money towards this even to help the youth in our Village with their education. Please see the flyer for full details and times.
Tuesday, August 14: R.O.W.V.A. First Day of School
Sunday, August 19: Altona-Oneida-Wataga Ambulance Service Trap Shoot Fundraiser. Please see the flyer for full details.
Attention Village Residents:
Just a reminder of some events and their dates which are coming up within the next couple of weeks.......
Friday, July 2o: Walnut Grove Retirees Potluck Dinner at the United Church. 12 noon. Bring a dish to pass for some fellowship. Please see the flyer for details.
Friday, July 20: Water Bills are DUE TODAY by 4:00 p.m. at Compton Accounting. For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check. Please avoid the hassels of having your water shut during an unfortunate momen (such as during a shower). Please pay your bill on time. Thank you, and thank you to all who have paid their bills already.
Monday, July 23 - 26: Vacation Bible School at the United Church. 5:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. Please see the flyer for full details.
Wednesday, July 25: School Registration Starts. Please contact the R.O.W.V.A. District for details.
Friday & Saturday, July 27 & 28: Project Back To School - Altona. Altona parents, Pick up some school supplies for your kids at the Ransom Memorial Public Library. Thank you to all of the businesses and individuals who have donated items or money towards this even to help the youth in our Village with their education. Please see the flyer for full details and times.
Tuesday, August 14: R.O.W.V.A. First Day of School
Sunday, August 19: Altona-Oneida-Wataga Ambulance Service Trap Shoot Fundraiser. Please see the flyer for full details.
Posted July 14th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Thank you to all whom attended the Altona-Oneida-Wataga Volunteer Ambulance Service Flapjack Fundraiser this morning at Applebee's in Galesburg. For those who were not able to attend, you missed out on a very good breakfast.
If you would still like to support this valuable organization, there are still a couple more ways to do so. You may purchase a yard sign that shows your support. Signs are $10 each. Please see an AOW volunteer for details. Also, mark your calendars for August 19th, as the AOW will be having a Trap Shoot Fundraiser north of Galesburg. Please see the flyer for more details. Even if you don't shoot, you can come for lunch and they will be having silent auction items and raffle prizes too.
Thank you for supporting the Altona - Oneida - Wataga Ambulance Service!
Attention Area Residents:
Thank you to all whom attended the Altona-Oneida-Wataga Volunteer Ambulance Service Flapjack Fundraiser this morning at Applebee's in Galesburg. For those who were not able to attend, you missed out on a very good breakfast.
If you would still like to support this valuable organization, there are still a couple more ways to do so. You may purchase a yard sign that shows your support. Signs are $10 each. Please see an AOW volunteer for details. Also, mark your calendars for August 19th, as the AOW will be having a Trap Shoot Fundraiser north of Galesburg. Please see the flyer for more details. Even if you don't shoot, you can come for lunch and they will be having silent auction items and raffle prizes too.
Thank you for supporting the Altona - Oneida - Wataga Ambulance Service!
Posted July 14th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Today is the day. Bring your appetites to Applebee's in Galesburg between 8 am - 10 am for the Altona-Oneida-Wataga Volunteer Ambulance Service Flapjack Fundraiser. Please show up and help those that help us in a time of need.
Attention Area Residents:
Today is the day. Bring your appetites to Applebee's in Galesburg between 8 am - 10 am for the Altona-Oneida-Wataga Volunteer Ambulance Service Flapjack Fundraiser. Please show up and help those that help us in a time of need.
Posted July 13th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Do you know of someone who wishes to live in a small town? Do you have friends or family who wish to send their children to the R.O.W.V.A. school district, which has the highest test scores in the county? If so, the Village of Altona has some houses available for sale which are waiting for a family with children to move in. The following link will take them to a page on the Village's website which helps property owners showcase their properties for sale or for rent. altonaillinois.weebly.com/property-for-sale-or-for-rent.html. Summer is the best time to move and get settled in for the new school year. Check out the page today before your new home is sold tomorrow.
Attention Area Residents:
Do you know of someone who wishes to live in a small town? Do you have friends or family who wish to send their children to the R.O.W.V.A. school district, which has the highest test scores in the county? If so, the Village of Altona has some houses available for sale which are waiting for a family with children to move in. The following link will take them to a page on the Village's website which helps property owners showcase their properties for sale or for rent. altonaillinois.weebly.com/property-for-sale-or-for-rent.html. Summer is the best time to move and get settled in for the new school year. Check out the page today before your new home is sold tomorrow.
Posted July 13th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement & Dangerous Thunderstorm Alert. This is in effect now until 9:45 pm. Wind guts up to 50 mph. Cloud to ground lightning can strike from 10 miles away. Large hail is possible. For more information about this alert, please click on the following link: www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement & Dangerous Thunderstorm Alert. This is in effect now until 9:45 pm. Wind guts up to 50 mph. Cloud to ground lightning can strike from 10 miles away. Large hail is possible. For more information about this alert, please click on the following link: www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Posted July 13th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Today may be Friday the 13th and unlucky for some, but it'll be your lucky day tomorrow on Saturday, June 14th. Why? Because it will be your opportunity to help a worthy organization and fill your belly at the same time. Be sure to attend the Altona-Oneida-Wataga Volunteer Ambulance Service Flapjack Fundraiser from 8 a.m. -10 a.m. at Applebee's in Galesburg, IL on Henderson Street. With your help, the AOW Ambulance Service will be able to raise needed funds for a variety of needed equipment to provide their valuable service to your family and neighbors.
Please bring your families out to Applebee's tomorrow morning for breakfast and join your friends and neighbors and support the people who you rely on in YOUR time of medical need. Without these dedicated volunteers, Friday the 13th could be a daily occurrence during a medical need. Thank you.
Attention Area Residents:
Today may be Friday the 13th and unlucky for some, but it'll be your lucky day tomorrow on Saturday, June 14th. Why? Because it will be your opportunity to help a worthy organization and fill your belly at the same time. Be sure to attend the Altona-Oneida-Wataga Volunteer Ambulance Service Flapjack Fundraiser from 8 a.m. -10 a.m. at Applebee's in Galesburg, IL on Henderson Street. With your help, the AOW Ambulance Service will be able to raise needed funds for a variety of needed equipment to provide their valuable service to your family and neighbors.
Please bring your families out to Applebee's tomorrow morning for breakfast and join your friends and neighbors and support the people who you rely on in YOUR time of medical need. Without these dedicated volunteers, Friday the 13th could be a daily occurrence during a medical need. Thank you.
Posted July 12, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Do you like flapjacks? Do you like hotcakes? Do you like pancakes? Call them what you want, because you can get them all at the Altona-Oneida-Wataga Volunteer Ambulance Service Flapjack Fundraiser this Saturday July 14 from 8:00 - 10:00 A.M. at Applebee's in Galesburg. Please come out and support our local heros who volunteer and answer our call for help during our medical emergencies. While you are having your breakfast, feel free to inquire how you can purchase a sign showing that you are a supporter of the service, or how you can volunteer and become an EMT yourself and help your local community.
Attention Area Residents:
Do you like flapjacks? Do you like hotcakes? Do you like pancakes? Call them what you want, because you can get them all at the Altona-Oneida-Wataga Volunteer Ambulance Service Flapjack Fundraiser this Saturday July 14 from 8:00 - 10:00 A.M. at Applebee's in Galesburg. Please come out and support our local heros who volunteer and answer our call for help during our medical emergencies. While you are having your breakfast, feel free to inquire how you can purchase a sign showing that you are a supporter of the service, or how you can volunteer and become an EMT yourself and help your local community.
Posted July 11, 2018
Attention Village Youth!
Today is the last day of the summer reading program. Will you win the e-reader? Be sure to attend today's event and find out!
Attention Village Youth!
Today is the last day of the summer reading program. Will you win the e-reader? Be sure to attend today's event and find out!
Posted July 10, 2018
Attention Altona Residents:
It's the final countdown. The lazy days of summer will soon be over. Here is a listing of days for upcoming events so that you can mark your calendars and start planning if you haven't done so already.
Youth Summer Ball season - OVER!
Tomorrow, July 11th, is the LAST day of the Ransom Memorial Public Library's Summer Reading Program - Kid's be sure to attend.
Only four days left to the Altona-Oneida-Wataga Ambulance Service Flapjack Fundraiser at Applebee's in Galesburg from 8-10 AM. July 14th.
Only 13 days left to the start of Vacation Bible School. July 23rd - 26th.
Only 15 days left to the start of school registration. July 25th. Are your kids phyicals and shots up to date? Contact the ROWVA School District for details.
Only 17 days left to the Altona Project Back To School. July 27th & 28th. See flyer for times.
Only 35 days left to the first day of school. August 14. Contact the ROWVA School District for details. Have you done your back to school shopping yet?
Only 55 days left to Labor Day. September 3rd.
Only 113 days left to Halloween! October 31.
Only 135 days left to Thanksgiving Day! November 22nd.
Only 168 days left until Christmas Day! December 25th. Have you started your Christmas shopping yet?
Please read the flyers that may apply to you and be sure to mark your calendar's so that you don't miss the events.
Attention Altona Residents:
It's the final countdown. The lazy days of summer will soon be over. Here is a listing of days for upcoming events so that you can mark your calendars and start planning if you haven't done so already.
Youth Summer Ball season - OVER!
Tomorrow, July 11th, is the LAST day of the Ransom Memorial Public Library's Summer Reading Program - Kid's be sure to attend.
Only four days left to the Altona-Oneida-Wataga Ambulance Service Flapjack Fundraiser at Applebee's in Galesburg from 8-10 AM. July 14th.
Only 13 days left to the start of Vacation Bible School. July 23rd - 26th.
Only 15 days left to the start of school registration. July 25th. Are your kids phyicals and shots up to date? Contact the ROWVA School District for details.
Only 17 days left to the Altona Project Back To School. July 27th & 28th. See flyer for times.
Only 35 days left to the first day of school. August 14. Contact the ROWVA School District for details. Have you done your back to school shopping yet?
Only 55 days left to Labor Day. September 3rd.
Only 113 days left to Halloween! October 31.
Only 135 days left to Thanksgiving Day! November 22nd.
Only 168 days left until Christmas Day! December 25th. Have you started your Christmas shopping yet?
Please read the flyers that may apply to you and be sure to mark your calendar's so that you don't miss the events.
Posted July 5th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued another Heat Advisory for our area. This one is in effect until 7:00 p.m. tonight. High temperatures are expected in the lower 90's with heat indexes around 105 degrees. Please be careful while being outside and drink plenty of water. Be sure that all pets have plenty of shade and fresh water to drink at all times if you can not bring them indoors. Never leave your pets or your children in the vehicle and be sure to continue to check on your neighbors, especially the elderly. For further information regarding this Heat Advisory, please click on the following link: www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued another Heat Advisory for our area. This one is in effect until 7:00 p.m. tonight. High temperatures are expected in the lower 90's with heat indexes around 105 degrees. Please be careful while being outside and drink plenty of water. Be sure that all pets have plenty of shade and fresh water to drink at all times if you can not bring them indoors. Never leave your pets or your children in the vehicle and be sure to continue to check on your neighbors, especially the elderly. For further information regarding this Heat Advisory, please click on the following link: www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
July 5th, 2018
Attention Walnut Grove Retirees:
Tomorrow, July 6th will be your bi-weekly potluck at the United Church. Your program will be about the TRIAD program through the Knox County Sheriff's Department. Deputy Jacque Arthur will be presenting the program. This will be an informative program that you will not want to miss. Please plan to attend if you are able to.
Attention Walnut Grove Retirees:
Tomorrow, July 6th will be your bi-weekly potluck at the United Church. Your program will be about the TRIAD program through the Knox County Sheriff's Department. Deputy Jacque Arthur will be presenting the program. This will be an informative program that you will not want to miss. Please plan to attend if you are able to.
July 4th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Happy Birthday America! 242 years ago today was the signing of the Declaration of Independence. To learn more about the history of this day, click on the following link: www.history.com/this-day-in-history/u-s-declares-independence
As you celebrate the holiday today with family and friends, please remember to drink responsively if you choose to celebrate with alcohol. Please Don't Drink and Drive. Choose a designated driver. The police will be out in full force today looking for drunk drivers and seat belt violations. Please drive safely.
On behalf of the entire Village of Altona Board of Trustees, i'd like to thank everyone who was involved with the Annual Altona Fire Department Softball and Fireworks show held this past Saturday. Whether you were involved in the planning stages, worked the food stand, or helped out with the fundraising for the event, your hard work and efforts have not gone unnoticed. Once again you all had put on a wonderful show. Thank you again.
Here is a patriotic song to remind you of the day and to remind you of who we are as a country. Enjoy the holiday.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Attention Area Residents:
Happy Birthday America! 242 years ago today was the signing of the Declaration of Independence. To learn more about the history of this day, click on the following link: www.history.com/this-day-in-history/u-s-declares-independence
As you celebrate the holiday today with family and friends, please remember to drink responsively if you choose to celebrate with alcohol. Please Don't Drink and Drive. Choose a designated driver. The police will be out in full force today looking for drunk drivers and seat belt violations. Please drive safely.
On behalf of the entire Village of Altona Board of Trustees, i'd like to thank everyone who was involved with the Annual Altona Fire Department Softball and Fireworks show held this past Saturday. Whether you were involved in the planning stages, worked the food stand, or helped out with the fundraising for the event, your hard work and efforts have not gone unnoticed. Once again you all had put on a wonderful show. Thank you again.
Here is a patriotic song to remind you of the day and to remind you of who we are as a country. Enjoy the holiday.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
July 4th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory today from 12 Noon until 8:00 p.m. today. Please be careful and take appropriate precautions due to the excessive heat. Please click on the following link for full details. Thank you and enjoy the holiday.
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory today from 12 Noon until 8:00 p.m. today. Please be careful and take appropriate precautions due to the excessive heat. Please click on the following link for full details. Thank you and enjoy the holiday.
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
June 30, 2018
Attention Area Residents: Excess Heat Warning Extended......
The National Weather Service has revised and extended their Excessive Heat Warning today. It is now in effect until 10 PM. For more information regarding this heat warning, please click on the following link. Thank you and be safe.
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Attention Area Residents: Excess Heat Warning Extended......
The National Weather Service has revised and extended their Excessive Heat Warning today. It is now in effect until 10 PM. For more information regarding this heat warning, please click on the following link. Thank you and be safe.
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
June 30, 2018
Attention Area Residents: A couple of reminders.....
- The National Weather Service's Excessive Heat Warning is still in effect until 8 PM tonight. The heat index is supposed to reach 110 degrees. Please drink plenty of fluids if you are outdoors. When possible, please bring your pets inside. If you are unable to bring them inside, please be sure to provide plenty of shade and fresh cool water for them to drink, and do NOT keep pets or children in the car.
- The Annual Altona Fire Department Softball and Fireworks show is this evening. There will be food for purchase, and pick up softball games to play. Fireworks start at dawn at the Village ball diamond. While there is no cost for the fireworks, please consider giving generously, as it is your generosity that allows the show to continue to get better each and every year. Thank you to all of the businesses and individuals who have donated to help bring you this years show.
- Please be careful driving home this evening as well as drink plenty of water and stay well hydrated with the heat. Thank you.
Attention Area Residents: A couple of reminders.....
- The National Weather Service's Excessive Heat Warning is still in effect until 8 PM tonight. The heat index is supposed to reach 110 degrees. Please drink plenty of fluids if you are outdoors. When possible, please bring your pets inside. If you are unable to bring them inside, please be sure to provide plenty of shade and fresh cool water for them to drink, and do NOT keep pets or children in the car.
- The Annual Altona Fire Department Softball and Fireworks show is this evening. There will be food for purchase, and pick up softball games to play. Fireworks start at dawn at the Village ball diamond. While there is no cost for the fireworks, please consider giving generously, as it is your generosity that allows the show to continue to get better each and every year. Thank you to all of the businesses and individuals who have donated to help bring you this years show.
- Please be careful driving home this evening as well as drink plenty of water and stay well hydrated with the heat. Thank you.
Posted June 29, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The Excessive Heat Warning issued by the National Weather Service is still in effect until 8 PM on Saturday. The high temperatures are supposed to reach the lower to middle 90's with the heat index to around 110 degrees Saturday afternoon. Please extreme caution when working or playing outside. Whenever possible, please bring your pets inside where it is cool and always provide them with plenty of fresh cool water to drink. Please check on your neighbors well being, especially the elderly.
For more information about the National Weather Service's Excessive Heat Warning, please click on the following link:
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Attention Area Residents:
The Excessive Heat Warning issued by the National Weather Service is still in effect until 8 PM on Saturday. The high temperatures are supposed to reach the lower to middle 90's with the heat index to around 110 degrees Saturday afternoon. Please extreme caution when working or playing outside. Whenever possible, please bring your pets inside where it is cool and always provide them with plenty of fresh cool water to drink. Please check on your neighbors well being, especially the elderly.
For more information about the National Weather Service's Excessive Heat Warning, please click on the following link:
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Posted June 28, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Weather Alert - Excessive Heat Warning!
The Excesive Heat Warning will be in effect from 10:00 a.m. Friday until 8:00 p.m. Saturday. Please use extreme caution when outside in the heat. Be sure to drink plenty of water and check on your neighbors, especially the elderly. Please bring your pets inside. If you can not bring them in, be sure that they are provided with plenty of fresh water and shade. For full details about this Excessive Heat Warning, please click on the following link: www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Weather Alert - Excessive Heat Warning!
The Excesive Heat Warning will be in effect from 10:00 a.m. Friday until 8:00 p.m. Saturday. Please use extreme caution when outside in the heat. Be sure to drink plenty of water and check on your neighbors, especially the elderly. Please bring your pets inside. If you can not bring them in, be sure that they are provided with plenty of fresh water and shade. For full details about this Excessive Heat Warning, please click on the following link: www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Posted June 28, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Just another reminder of the Annual Altona Fire Department Softball and Fireworks show is this Saturday. Please plan to come out and enjoy the fun. Your generous donations go towards having an even better show next year. Thank you for donating generously. Have a fun and safe weekend!
Attention Area Residents:
Just another reminder of the Annual Altona Fire Department Softball and Fireworks show is this Saturday. Please plan to come out and enjoy the fun. Your generous donations go towards having an even better show next year. Thank you for donating generously. Have a fun and safe weekend!
Posted June 27, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement. Please click on the following link to read this important information....
https://www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454. Please make sure that your pets have plenty of shade and water to drink. If possible bring them inside, and check on your neighbors as well.
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement. Please click on the following link to read this important information....
https://www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454. Please make sure that your pets have plenty of shade and water to drink. If possible bring them inside, and check on your neighbors as well.
Posted June 27, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
It is with great honor and privilege that I am able to proclaim that today is Ruby Swedeen Day in the Village of Altona in celebration of Ruby Swedeen's 100th birthday. Happy Birthday Ruby, and Congratulations on this achievement!
Attention Village Residents:
It is with great honor and privilege that I am able to proclaim that today is Ruby Swedeen Day in the Village of Altona in celebration of Ruby Swedeen's 100th birthday. Happy Birthday Ruby, and Congratulations on this achievement!
Posted June 26, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
It's a time for celebrations!
Today is National Chocolate Pudding Day! Celebrate by making some tonight.
Wednesday June 27, 2018: Altona's own Ruby Swedeen will celebrate her 100th birthday. Happy Birthday Ruby!
Saturday June 30, 2018: The Altona Fire Department will be having its Annual Softball & Fireworks at the Altona Ball Diamond. Games begim at 6pm so bring your glove and join in on the fun. There will be food there for sale as well. Fireworks start at dusk. While the fireworks is free, please consider donating generously, as the more donations that are accepted, the better the show can be next year. Thank you.
Attention Area Residents:
It's a time for celebrations!
Today is National Chocolate Pudding Day! Celebrate by making some tonight.
Wednesday June 27, 2018: Altona's own Ruby Swedeen will celebrate her 100th birthday. Happy Birthday Ruby!
Saturday June 30, 2018: The Altona Fire Department will be having its Annual Softball & Fireworks at the Altona Ball Diamond. Games begim at 6pm so bring your glove and join in on the fun. There will be food there for sale as well. Fireworks start at dusk. While the fireworks is free, please consider donating generously, as the more donations that are accepted, the better the show can be next year. Thank you.
Posted June 23rd, 2018
Attention Village Residents: Just a few reminders...
Water bills were due last Wednesday, June 20th. If you haven't paid your bill yet, your account is now in delinquent status and your water service is subjected to being turned off. Please pay your bill immediately to avoid the headaches of having your water turned of. For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards, and your good check for payment. There is a $50 reconnect fee charged to any account which has had its water terminated due to lack of payment. Please contact Compton Accounting at 1-844-484-8881 in regards to your water account. Thank you to all residents for paying your bills on time. It is much appreciated.
Wednesday June 27th, 2018: Happy 100th Birthday Ruby Swedeen! May your day be a special one.
Saturday June 30th, 2018: The Annual Altona Fireman's Fireworks. Fireworks start at Dusk at the Altona Baseball Diamond. Rain date for the event should it be needed will by Sunday July 1st. Let's all pray we won't need the rain date. Invite all of your friends and family to "The Village" and watch the fireworks show. Our firemen and the contractor puts on a good show. There is a donation can located at the gas station. The firemen will also be collecting free will donations with the boots before the show. Please consider donating generously as the more money that is raised, the better the show can be next year. Thank you, and enjoy this years show!
Attention Village Residents: Just a few reminders...
Water bills were due last Wednesday, June 20th. If you haven't paid your bill yet, your account is now in delinquent status and your water service is subjected to being turned off. Please pay your bill immediately to avoid the headaches of having your water turned of. For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards, and your good check for payment. There is a $50 reconnect fee charged to any account which has had its water terminated due to lack of payment. Please contact Compton Accounting at 1-844-484-8881 in regards to your water account. Thank you to all residents for paying your bills on time. It is much appreciated.
Wednesday June 27th, 2018: Happy 100th Birthday Ruby Swedeen! May your day be a special one.
Saturday June 30th, 2018: The Annual Altona Fireman's Fireworks. Fireworks start at Dusk at the Altona Baseball Diamond. Rain date for the event should it be needed will by Sunday July 1st. Let's all pray we won't need the rain date. Invite all of your friends and family to "The Village" and watch the fireworks show. Our firemen and the contractor puts on a good show. There is a donation can located at the gas station. The firemen will also be collecting free will donations with the boots before the show. Please consider donating generously as the more money that is raised, the better the show can be next year. Thank you, and enjoy this years show!
Posted June 17, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
On behalf of the entire Village of Altona Board of Trustees, I'd like to wish ever father a Happy Father's Day! When you are out celebrating with dad today, and if you choose to consume alcohol, please drink responsively. Choose a designated driver. Please don't Drink and Drive. Thank you and enjoy the weekend.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Attention Area Residents:
On behalf of the entire Village of Altona Board of Trustees, I'd like to wish ever father a Happy Father's Day! When you are out celebrating with dad today, and if you choose to consume alcohol, please drink responsively. Choose a designated driver. Please don't Drink and Drive. Thank you and enjoy the weekend.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Posted June 16, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service's Heat Advisory still remains in effect until 7 p.m. on Monday June 25th. Please click on the following link to learn all of the details..... www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454. Please check on your neighbors during this heat, especially the elderly. Drink plenty of water, and stay in the air conditioning whenever possible.
Don't forget your pets. Pets need plenty of water during this heat. Please bring them inside where it is cool if at all possible. Thank you.
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service's Heat Advisory still remains in effect until 7 p.m. on Monday June 25th. Please click on the following link to learn all of the details..... www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454. Please check on your neighbors during this heat, especially the elderly. Drink plenty of water, and stay in the air conditioning whenever possible.
Don't forget your pets. Pets need plenty of water during this heat. Please bring them inside where it is cool if at all possible. Thank you.
Posted June 16th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
On behalf of the entire Village of Altona Board of Trustees, as well as the Run For The Fallen runners, i'd like to thank the public for coming out to support the runners who were running for the Run For The Fallen. The organizers of the event were happy and thankful to see the signs along the road as well as the people supporting them. I'd like to give a special thank you to Steve Main for putting up all of the mini American flags on every telephone pole through the Village limits as well as a special thank you to Peggy Masterson for putting up the signs to welcome the Run For The Fallen runners.
If you would like to either learn more about this organization, or if you would like to see either today's run or a previous days run; you can view it online at heroes.runforthefallen.org/show-run-location.
Thank you again.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Attention Village Residents:
On behalf of the entire Village of Altona Board of Trustees, as well as the Run For The Fallen runners, i'd like to thank the public for coming out to support the runners who were running for the Run For The Fallen. The organizers of the event were happy and thankful to see the signs along the road as well as the people supporting them. I'd like to give a special thank you to Steve Main for putting up all of the mini American flags on every telephone pole through the Village limits as well as a special thank you to Peggy Masterson for putting up the signs to welcome the Run For The Fallen runners.
If you would like to either learn more about this organization, or if you would like to see either today's run or a previous days run; you can view it online at heroes.runforthefallen.org/show-run-location.
Thank you again.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Posted June 16th, 2018
Welcome Run For The Fallen Runners! Thank you for honoring our nation's fallen. You are doing a GREAT service to your country.
Yesturday's Run For The Fallen ended in Galesburg. The runners are expected in Altona sometime today. You may follow their entire journey from Ft. Irwin, California to Arlington National Cemetary in Washington, D.C. by going to their website www.runforthefallen.org. The public is encouraged to come out and cheer on the runners during their run. Please honor our nation's fallen by flying your American flag today.
Welcome Run For The Fallen Runners! Thank you for honoring our nation's fallen. You are doing a GREAT service to your country.
Yesturday's Run For The Fallen ended in Galesburg. The runners are expected in Altona sometime today. You may follow their entire journey from Ft. Irwin, California to Arlington National Cemetary in Washington, D.C. by going to their website www.runforthefallen.org. The public is encouraged to come out and cheer on the runners during their run. Please honor our nation's fallen by flying your American flag today.
Posted June 15th, 2018
Do you know what is the most deadliest creature on earth? The answer to this question, along with many other articles and tips to stay healthy and safe can be found on Village's Health & Safety page. Click on the following link to find out what it is...... altonaillinois.weebly.com/health--safety.html
Do you know what is the most deadliest creature on earth? The answer to this question, along with many other articles and tips to stay healthy and safe can be found on Village's Health & Safety page. Click on the following link to find out what it is...... altonaillinois.weebly.com/health--safety.html
Posted June 15th, 2018
WELCOME MORE ON 34 YARD SALERS!!!
The Village of Altona Welcomes you to our little village. We hope that you will find all of the bargains that you are looking for this weekend. While you are shopping the yard sales, feel free to stop by Champ's Chicken located inside our Hometown Express convenience store for some good food; or pick up some snacks, beverages of your choice, or fill up your gas tank for the rest of your trip.
While you are in town, be sure to check out Walnut Grove Mercantile and Andrews Implement. Also make sure that you stop by the United Church as they will be having their food stand and baked goods too on Saturday. Altona is known for its hospitality, friendliness and good bargains, so enjoy your stay here in "The Village".
Thank you for stopping by and spending time with us here in the Village of Altona on this year's More On 34. We look forward to seeing you next year as well. Please tell your friends, because we'd love to see them too.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona, IL
WELCOME MORE ON 34 YARD SALERS!!!
The Village of Altona Welcomes you to our little village. We hope that you will find all of the bargains that you are looking for this weekend. While you are shopping the yard sales, feel free to stop by Champ's Chicken located inside our Hometown Express convenience store for some good food; or pick up some snacks, beverages of your choice, or fill up your gas tank for the rest of your trip.
While you are in town, be sure to check out Walnut Grove Mercantile and Andrews Implement. Also make sure that you stop by the United Church as they will be having their food stand and baked goods too on Saturday. Altona is known for its hospitality, friendliness and good bargains, so enjoy your stay here in "The Village".
Thank you for stopping by and spending time with us here in the Village of Altona on this year's More On 34. We look forward to seeing you next year as well. Please tell your friends, because we'd love to see them too.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona, IL
Posted June 14th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Today is Flag Day! Please show your American patriotism by flying Old Glory today. To learn more about the history of Flag Day, please click on the following link: usflag.org/history/flagday.html
Tommorow is the BIG event! More On 34 is Friday & Saturday June 15th & 16th. Thousands of people will be traveling from Aurora to Galesburg over the next two days looking for those bargains or special one of a kind items. More On 34 is the nation's fourth largest yard sale spanning 120 miles. People travel from all over the country just to go on this yard sale. Village residents are encouraged to use this opportunity to participate and have a yard sale to help them get rid of those unwanted items around their properties. Please take advantage of this opportunity to not only get rid of those items, but to make a few extra bucks as well. For those people who do not live on 34 but would like to participate may do one of three things: 1) Put signs up directing people to your address, or 2) Contact Village Trustee Nick Morris via email at [email protected] for information on a spot along route 34 to set up at, or 3) You may post your yard sale on the moreon34.com listing page at moreon34.com/pdf/sellers.pdf to list your sale.
Friday June, 15th: Sometime tomorrow late afternoon, the runners for Run For The Fallen are scheduled to end their days run in or around Altona. They are scheduled to resume their run to Arlington Cemetary at 7:00 a.m. on Saturday morning. The public is encouraged to cheer on the runners as they make their leg through town. Feel free to make signs, fly your American flag or even jump in the run and run/walk with the runners for as short or as long as you wish. For more information about Run For The Fallen or to make a donation to this organization, please visit this link: runforthefallen.org/
Our area will be very congested this weekend with More On 34 and the Run For The Fallen taking place. Please drive with caution and care as you travel the roads. Don't Drink and Drive, and may all father's have a Happy Father's Day!
Attention Village Residents:
Today is Flag Day! Please show your American patriotism by flying Old Glory today. To learn more about the history of Flag Day, please click on the following link: usflag.org/history/flagday.html
Tommorow is the BIG event! More On 34 is Friday & Saturday June 15th & 16th. Thousands of people will be traveling from Aurora to Galesburg over the next two days looking for those bargains or special one of a kind items. More On 34 is the nation's fourth largest yard sale spanning 120 miles. People travel from all over the country just to go on this yard sale. Village residents are encouraged to use this opportunity to participate and have a yard sale to help them get rid of those unwanted items around their properties. Please take advantage of this opportunity to not only get rid of those items, but to make a few extra bucks as well. For those people who do not live on 34 but would like to participate may do one of three things: 1) Put signs up directing people to your address, or 2) Contact Village Trustee Nick Morris via email at [email protected] for information on a spot along route 34 to set up at, or 3) You may post your yard sale on the moreon34.com listing page at moreon34.com/pdf/sellers.pdf to list your sale.
Friday June, 15th: Sometime tomorrow late afternoon, the runners for Run For The Fallen are scheduled to end their days run in or around Altona. They are scheduled to resume their run to Arlington Cemetary at 7:00 a.m. on Saturday morning. The public is encouraged to cheer on the runners as they make their leg through town. Feel free to make signs, fly your American flag or even jump in the run and run/walk with the runners for as short or as long as you wish. For more information about Run For The Fallen or to make a donation to this organization, please visit this link: runforthefallen.org/
Our area will be very congested this weekend with More On 34 and the Run For The Fallen taking place. Please drive with caution and care as you travel the roads. Don't Drink and Drive, and may all father's have a Happy Father's Day!
Posted June 12th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Time is starting to run out. More On 34 starts THIS Friday. More On 34 is the nation's forth largest yard sale spaning 120 miles. Thousands of bargain hunters from all over the country will be traveling from Aurora to Galesburg looking for that unwanted or unused item that you have lying around the house. So hurry up and finish planning, pricing, sprucing up your yards and setting up your yard sale because Friday and Saturday will be here before you know it. For those who may not live on 34, the Village will have very limited spaces for you to use. Email Trustee Nick Morris at [email protected] for all of the particulars.
More On 34, Mile After Magnificent Mile.
Attention Village Residents:
Time is starting to run out. More On 34 starts THIS Friday. More On 34 is the nation's forth largest yard sale spaning 120 miles. Thousands of bargain hunters from all over the country will be traveling from Aurora to Galesburg looking for that unwanted or unused item that you have lying around the house. So hurry up and finish planning, pricing, sprucing up your yards and setting up your yard sale because Friday and Saturday will be here before you know it. For those who may not live on 34, the Village will have very limited spaces for you to use. Email Trustee Nick Morris at [email protected] for all of the particulars.
More On 34, Mile After Magnificent Mile.
Posted June 11h, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
If you'd like to receive up to date accurate information for the Village of Altona, "The Village" offers three places to go - that is either the Village of Altona website's "Current News" page or the Village's Facebook page (which is used as our free electronic newsletter). Nope, you won't get any fake news here; just the current list of events that are being planned, and up to date information as the Village receives it. Did you know that our website also has a monthly calendar showing the current listing of events? The website, Facebook page and Calendar are updated as new information is made public, so check us out frequently for any new events. If your organisation would like to post its event for free on the Village's website, please contact Village Board President Derrick Appell for all of the details at 309-484-2123.
Here is an updated listing of all of the known upcoming events for the next couple of weeks. So, plan on coming to "The Village"; the Village of Altona that is, for all of these upcoming events!
Currently until July 11th - The Annual Ransom Memorial Public Library's Summer Reading Program is still in full swing. Kids, please attend the library and participate as you could win a Kindle E-Reader! Good luck!
Thursday, June 14th - Flag Day! This day commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States, which happened on this day by resolution of the Second Continental Congress in 1777. Please show your patriotic pride by flying Old Glory! It is also the United States Army's birthday, so Happy Birthday to the United States Army and to all of those who had served in the Army.
Friday, June 15th - Run For The Fallen runners will arrive in Altona sometime in the afternoon and end that days run here.
Friday & Saturday, June 15th & 16th - More on 34! This is the nation's 4th largest yard sale spanning 120 miles from Aurora to Galesburg, IL. People from all across the country come and shop this yard sale. All residents are encouraged to have a yard sale in order to help get rid of your unwanted items and to make some extra cash at the same time. Thousands of people travel though town and Altona is known for having some good bargains, so price your items to sell, make your signs to direct people to your sale, and don't forget to spruce up your properties in order to create that "curb appeal" to get those shoppers to stop by your house to begin with.
Saturday, June 16th - The Run For The Fallen will start at 7 a.m. to kick off the days run. The public is encouraged to fly your American Flags as well as make signs in support of the runners who are running. You may even participate and run some of the race yourself. If you'd like to learn more about this event or perhaps event donate, please click on the following link: www.runforthefallen.org/
Sunday, June 17th - Happy Father's Day to all of the father's. Your family appreciates all that you do for them.
Sunday, June 17th - Last day to register for the Vacation Bible School in order to guarantee a t-shirt in your size.
Wednesday, June 20th - Water bills are due! The Village appreciates your on time payments.
Thursday, June 21st - Summer officially begins!
Friday, June 22nd - Walnut Grove Retirees Potluck, 12 noon at the United Church. Celebrating Ruby Swedeen's 100th birthday party.
Wednesday, June 27th - Ruby Swedeen's 100th birthday! Happy Birthday Ruby!!
Saturday, June 30th - The Annual Altona Fireman's Fireworks Show. Fireworks start at Dusk at the Altona baseball diamond. Please come out and enjoy the show. Feel free to donate generously. The more that is donated, the bigger the show can be. There is a can at the Hometown Express convenience store where you can make a donation, or you may fill the boot at the show. Donations are not mandatory, but they are much appreciated. Thank you in advance. Enjoy the show!
Sunday, July 1st - Rain date for the fireworks. Let's pray for nice weather so we don't need this date.
Monday, July 23rd - Thursday, July 26th - Vacation Bible School
Attention Area Residents:
If you'd like to receive up to date accurate information for the Village of Altona, "The Village" offers three places to go - that is either the Village of Altona website's "Current News" page or the Village's Facebook page (which is used as our free electronic newsletter). Nope, you won't get any fake news here; just the current list of events that are being planned, and up to date information as the Village receives it. Did you know that our website also has a monthly calendar showing the current listing of events? The website, Facebook page and Calendar are updated as new information is made public, so check us out frequently for any new events. If your organisation would like to post its event for free on the Village's website, please contact Village Board President Derrick Appell for all of the details at 309-484-2123.
Here is an updated listing of all of the known upcoming events for the next couple of weeks. So, plan on coming to "The Village"; the Village of Altona that is, for all of these upcoming events!
Currently until July 11th - The Annual Ransom Memorial Public Library's Summer Reading Program is still in full swing. Kids, please attend the library and participate as you could win a Kindle E-Reader! Good luck!
Thursday, June 14th - Flag Day! This day commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States, which happened on this day by resolution of the Second Continental Congress in 1777. Please show your patriotic pride by flying Old Glory! It is also the United States Army's birthday, so Happy Birthday to the United States Army and to all of those who had served in the Army.
Friday, June 15th - Run For The Fallen runners will arrive in Altona sometime in the afternoon and end that days run here.
Friday & Saturday, June 15th & 16th - More on 34! This is the nation's 4th largest yard sale spanning 120 miles from Aurora to Galesburg, IL. People from all across the country come and shop this yard sale. All residents are encouraged to have a yard sale in order to help get rid of your unwanted items and to make some extra cash at the same time. Thousands of people travel though town and Altona is known for having some good bargains, so price your items to sell, make your signs to direct people to your sale, and don't forget to spruce up your properties in order to create that "curb appeal" to get those shoppers to stop by your house to begin with.
Saturday, June 16th - The Run For The Fallen will start at 7 a.m. to kick off the days run. The public is encouraged to fly your American Flags as well as make signs in support of the runners who are running. You may even participate and run some of the race yourself. If you'd like to learn more about this event or perhaps event donate, please click on the following link: www.runforthefallen.org/
Sunday, June 17th - Happy Father's Day to all of the father's. Your family appreciates all that you do for them.
Sunday, June 17th - Last day to register for the Vacation Bible School in order to guarantee a t-shirt in your size.
Wednesday, June 20th - Water bills are due! The Village appreciates your on time payments.
Thursday, June 21st - Summer officially begins!
Friday, June 22nd - Walnut Grove Retirees Potluck, 12 noon at the United Church. Celebrating Ruby Swedeen's 100th birthday party.
Wednesday, June 27th - Ruby Swedeen's 100th birthday! Happy Birthday Ruby!!
Saturday, June 30th - The Annual Altona Fireman's Fireworks Show. Fireworks start at Dusk at the Altona baseball diamond. Please come out and enjoy the show. Feel free to donate generously. The more that is donated, the bigger the show can be. There is a can at the Hometown Express convenience store where you can make a donation, or you may fill the boot at the show. Donations are not mandatory, but they are much appreciated. Thank you in advance. Enjoy the show!
Sunday, July 1st - Rain date for the fireworks. Let's pray for nice weather so we don't need this date.
Monday, July 23rd - Thursday, July 26th - Vacation Bible School
Posted June 10th, 2018
Attention Walnut Grove Retirees:
This is to notify you of a correction in the list of items of upcoming events posted in the June 8th posting. You will not be meeting for your potluck this Friday, June 15th as previous stated. Instead you will be meeting on Friday, June 22nd. Please plan on coming and wishing Ruby Swedeen a Happy 100th Birthday! Thank you.
Attention Walnut Grove Retirees:
This is to notify you of a correction in the list of items of upcoming events posted in the June 8th posting. You will not be meeting for your potluck this Friday, June 15th as previous stated. Instead you will be meeting on Friday, June 22nd. Please plan on coming and wishing Ruby Swedeen a Happy 100th Birthday! Thank you.
Posted June 8th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The following is a listing of upcoming events which will be happening within the Village of Altona over the next several weeks.....
The annual Ransom Memorial Public Library's Summer Reading Program is currently underway until July 11th. Please come and learn the joys of reading. Someone will win a Kindle E-Reader.
Thursday, June 14th - Flag Day! Please show your patriotism and honor our American flag by flying it this day and everyday.
Friday, June 15th & Saturday June 16th - More On 34! This is the 4th largest yard sale in the country. 120 miles of yard sales stretching from Aurora to Galesburg. People come from all over the country to shop this magnificent yard sale. Please plan on having a yard sale to get rid of your unwanted items or come to "The Village" to do your shopping. The Village of Altona is known for having some good bargains. IF you don't live on U.S. 34 and would like a place to set up, please email Trustee Nick Morris at [email protected]. Spots along 34 are limited, and Nick will be issuing these spots on a first come first serve basis. Please contact Nick for full details.
Sunday, June 17th - Last day for registration in order to guarantee a shirt size for Vacation Bible School.
Sunday, June 17th - Father's Day! Please remember all the dad's out there and for all what they do for their families. Happy Father's Day!
Wednesday, June 20th - Water Bills Are Due!
Thursday, June 21st - Summer officially begins!
Friday, June 22nd - Walnut Grove Retirees Potluck at 12 noon. Celebrating Ruby Swedeen's 100th Birthday!
Saturday, June 30th - Annual Altona Fireman's Fireworks Show! Dusk at the Altona Baseball Diamond. Rain date will be Sunday, July 1st at Dusk.
Attention Area Residents:
The following is a listing of upcoming events which will be happening within the Village of Altona over the next several weeks.....
The annual Ransom Memorial Public Library's Summer Reading Program is currently underway until July 11th. Please come and learn the joys of reading. Someone will win a Kindle E-Reader.
Thursday, June 14th - Flag Day! Please show your patriotism and honor our American flag by flying it this day and everyday.
Friday, June 15th & Saturday June 16th - More On 34! This is the 4th largest yard sale in the country. 120 miles of yard sales stretching from Aurora to Galesburg. People come from all over the country to shop this magnificent yard sale. Please plan on having a yard sale to get rid of your unwanted items or come to "The Village" to do your shopping. The Village of Altona is known for having some good bargains. IF you don't live on U.S. 34 and would like a place to set up, please email Trustee Nick Morris at [email protected]. Spots along 34 are limited, and Nick will be issuing these spots on a first come first serve basis. Please contact Nick for full details.
Sunday, June 17th - Last day for registration in order to guarantee a shirt size for Vacation Bible School.
Sunday, June 17th - Father's Day! Please remember all the dad's out there and for all what they do for their families. Happy Father's Day!
Wednesday, June 20th - Water Bills Are Due!
Thursday, June 21st - Summer officially begins!
Friday, June 22nd - Walnut Grove Retirees Potluck at 12 noon. Celebrating Ruby Swedeen's 100th Birthday!
Saturday, June 30th - Annual Altona Fireman's Fireworks Show! Dusk at the Altona Baseball Diamond. Rain date will be Sunday, July 1st at Dusk.
Posted June 6, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Can you believe that it is that time of year again? A time like no other to make a few extra dollars and to clear out all of those unwanted items around your home? Did you participate in the annual Village-wide yard sale weekend on May 5th? If not, did you have unwanted items laying around, but found that they were just too good to throw out to the curb on clean up day? Well here is your chance, the time of year when our town will have the most traffic than at any other time, the time where you will not have any more potential customers......
More On 34 is Back! Next week, June 15th & 16th. More On 34 is the fourth largest yard sale in the country. People will be traveling from Aurora to Galesburg looking for those bargains or those hard to find one of a kind items. The Village of Altona is known for having some good deals, so why not participate by having a yard sale next weekend. If you don't happen to live on 34, that's ok, just post some signs directing people to your home. You may also list your sale on the More On 34 website at moreon34.com/.
So start going through your stuff today. Clean up those unwanted items to make them look their best in order to get the best prices. Price them to sell. Don't forget to clean up your properties and give your home some "curb appeal" to encourage your potential customers to stop by and shop.
Good luck with your yard sale and thank you for participating in this HUGE event that only comes once a year.
Attention Village Residents:
Can you believe that it is that time of year again? A time like no other to make a few extra dollars and to clear out all of those unwanted items around your home? Did you participate in the annual Village-wide yard sale weekend on May 5th? If not, did you have unwanted items laying around, but found that they were just too good to throw out to the curb on clean up day? Well here is your chance, the time of year when our town will have the most traffic than at any other time, the time where you will not have any more potential customers......
More On 34 is Back! Next week, June 15th & 16th. More On 34 is the fourth largest yard sale in the country. People will be traveling from Aurora to Galesburg looking for those bargains or those hard to find one of a kind items. The Village of Altona is known for having some good deals, so why not participate by having a yard sale next weekend. If you don't happen to live on 34, that's ok, just post some signs directing people to your home. You may also list your sale on the More On 34 website at moreon34.com/.
So start going through your stuff today. Clean up those unwanted items to make them look their best in order to get the best prices. Price them to sell. Don't forget to clean up your properties and give your home some "curb appeal" to encourage your potential customers to stop by and shop.
Good luck with your yard sale and thank you for participating in this HUGE event that only comes once a year.
Posted June 3rd, 2018
Hey Kids! Did you know that you could win a Kindle E-Reader? Head on over to the Ransom Memorial Public Library and participate in the Summer Reading program to find out all of the details. Join the fun! You'll be glad that you did.
Hey Kids! Did you know that you could win a Kindle E-Reader? Head on over to the Ransom Memorial Public Library and participate in the Summer Reading program to find out all of the details. Join the fun! You'll be glad that you did.
Posted June 1st, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The Altona Fire Department Fireworks show will be Saturday, June 30th at the Village of Altona baseball diamond. Show starts at dusk. Rain date for the show will be Sunday, July 1st. There is a donation can located at the Hometown Express convenience store. Please consider donating when you making your purchases. The more money that is collected, the better the show will be. Thank you and enjoy your summer.
Attention Area Residents:
The Altona Fire Department Fireworks show will be Saturday, June 30th at the Village of Altona baseball diamond. Show starts at dusk. Rain date for the show will be Sunday, July 1st. There is a donation can located at the Hometown Express convenience store. Please consider donating when you making your purchases. The more money that is collected, the better the show will be. Thank you and enjoy your summer.
Posted May 30th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Hey Kids! Don't forget about the Ransom Memorial Public Library's Summer Reading Program. It is going on now. Be sure to go to the library and continue your education this summer by picking up and reading a good book on a topic that you are interested in. Reading is fun, and you can win a Kindle E-Reader. Go to the library to find out all of the details.
Walnut Grove Retirees - This is a reminder that your Walnut Grove Retirees Potluck luncheon will be this Friday, June 1st at 12 noon at the United Church. Pam Johnson will be giving the program on WWII Memories. Bring a dish and a friend.
Attention Village Residents:
Hey Kids! Don't forget about the Ransom Memorial Public Library's Summer Reading Program. It is going on now. Be sure to go to the library and continue your education this summer by picking up and reading a good book on a topic that you are interested in. Reading is fun, and you can win a Kindle E-Reader. Go to the library to find out all of the details.
Walnut Grove Retirees - This is a reminder that your Walnut Grove Retirees Potluck luncheon will be this Friday, June 1st at 12 noon at the United Church. Pam Johnson will be giving the program on WWII Memories. Bring a dish and a friend.
Posted May 28th, 2018
Here are some photos from today's Memorial Day services. Thank you to all veterans for serving our country, as well as your families. Let us not forget those veterans who had paid the ultimate price for our freedoms on this Memorial Day.
Here are some photos from today's Memorial Day services. Thank you to all veterans for serving our country, as well as your families. Let us not forget those veterans who had paid the ultimate price for our freedoms on this Memorial Day.
Posted May 28th, 2018
Today is Memorial Day, a day that we honor those servicemen and women who have paid the ultimate price for our freedoms. Here are the times for the Memorial services for the Altona cemeteries:
Walnut Grove Cemetery: 10:30 a.m. (Rifle solute only)
Altona Cemetery: 11:00 a.m. Pastor Bob Nutzhourn officiating.
Please fly your American flags at half staff until 12 noon in honor of those who have passed. If you'd like to know more about the history of this day, please click on the following link:
https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/memorial-day-history
Today is Memorial Day, a day that we honor those servicemen and women who have paid the ultimate price for our freedoms. Here are the times for the Memorial services for the Altona cemeteries:
Walnut Grove Cemetery: 10:30 a.m. (Rifle solute only)
Altona Cemetery: 11:00 a.m. Pastor Bob Nutzhourn officiating.
Please fly your American flags at half staff until 12 noon in honor of those who have passed. If you'd like to know more about the history of this day, please click on the following link:
https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/memorial-day-history
Posted May 27th, 2018
Congratulations to the entire ROWVA High School Class of 2018. You have worked very hard to achieve your diploma this day. May you have the best of luck with all of your future endevores.
For those who wish wish to attend today's ceremonies at the high school, graduation starts at 3:00 p.m.
Congratulations to the entire ROWVA High School Class of 2018. You have worked very hard to achieve your diploma this day. May you have the best of luck with all of your future endevores.
For those who wish wish to attend today's ceremonies at the high school, graduation starts at 3:00 p.m.
Posted May 26th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
It is Memorial Day weekend, the unofficial start of summer. It is also ROWVA's graduation weekend. The roads and highways will be busy with travelers going to and from holiday parties, graduation parties and Memorial Day services. Please drive carefully as you traverse the roads. When you are celebrating this weekend, please Don't Drink and Drive. Choose a designated driver if you choose to consume alcoholic beverages. As usual with every holiday, the police will be out in full force looking or drunk drivers, speeders and seat belt violations. Please drive smart, and drive sober.
ROWVA High School Graduation will be Sunday, May 27th at 3:00 p.m. at the high school.
Memorial Day Services for the Village of Altona will be as follows:
Walnut Grove Cemetery: 10:30 a.m. (Firing Squad Ceremony)
Altona Cemetery: 11:00 a.m. (Firing Squad Ceremony with full service officiated by Pastor Bob Nutzhorn).
Let us remember the true meaning of Memorial Day, and not that it is just a mere day off from work for some people. Thank you to all veterans and their families for your sacrifice and service to your country so that we all may be free. For more information about the history of Memorial Day, please click on the following link. www.history.com/topics/holidays/memorial-day-history.
Congratulations to the entire ROWVA High School Class of 2018. You did it!
Attention Area Residents:
It is Memorial Day weekend, the unofficial start of summer. It is also ROWVA's graduation weekend. The roads and highways will be busy with travelers going to and from holiday parties, graduation parties and Memorial Day services. Please drive carefully as you traverse the roads. When you are celebrating this weekend, please Don't Drink and Drive. Choose a designated driver if you choose to consume alcoholic beverages. As usual with every holiday, the police will be out in full force looking or drunk drivers, speeders and seat belt violations. Please drive smart, and drive sober.
ROWVA High School Graduation will be Sunday, May 27th at 3:00 p.m. at the high school.
Memorial Day Services for the Village of Altona will be as follows:
Walnut Grove Cemetery: 10:30 a.m. (Firing Squad Ceremony)
Altona Cemetery: 11:00 a.m. (Firing Squad Ceremony with full service officiated by Pastor Bob Nutzhorn).
Let us remember the true meaning of Memorial Day, and not that it is just a mere day off from work for some people. Thank you to all veterans and their families for your sacrifice and service to your country so that we all may be free. For more information about the history of Memorial Day, please click on the following link. www.history.com/topics/holidays/memorial-day-history.
Congratulations to the entire ROWVA High School Class of 2018. You did it!
Posted May 24th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Memorial Day weekend is considered the unofficial beginning of summer. A time for get togethers with friends and family with BBQ's and pool parties. When you are celebrating this weekend, please choose a designated driver if you decide to celebrate with alcohol. The police will no doubt be out in full force looking for drunk drivers and seat belt violations. Let's all be be safe and celebrate the summer season with joy, and not one filled with sorrow caused from a drunk driving accident. Please Don't Drink and Drive! Thank you.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Attention Area Residents:
Memorial Day weekend is considered the unofficial beginning of summer. A time for get togethers with friends and family with BBQ's and pool parties. When you are celebrating this weekend, please choose a designated driver if you decide to celebrate with alcohol. The police will no doubt be out in full force looking for drunk drivers and seat belt violations. Let's all be be safe and celebrate the summer season with joy, and not one filled with sorrow caused from a drunk driving accident. Please Don't Drink and Drive! Thank you.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Posted May 23rd, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Summer Baseball/Softball season has started, and the kids have been practicing. This should be a summer full of fun games to attend, so view the games schedule and mark your calendars, and plan on coming out to the Altona diamond and cheer on our youth to victory. While you are there, try one of the Altona Lions Club World Famous Porkburgers. Your tummy will be glad you did. Good Luck to all of the Altona teams!
Attention Area Residents:
Summer Baseball/Softball season has started, and the kids have been practicing. This should be a summer full of fun games to attend, so view the games schedule and mark your calendars, and plan on coming out to the Altona diamond and cheer on our youth to victory. While you are there, try one of the Altona Lions Club World Famous Porkburgers. Your tummy will be glad you did. Good Luck to all of the Altona teams!
Posted May 22nd, 2018
Attention Village Kids!
School may be almost done for the summer, but that doesn't mean that the learning has to end. The Altona Library Summer Reading Program starts on May 29th and will run through July 11th. So be sure to read those books every day because you could win a Kindle E-Reader. See the flyer for details.
Attention Village Kids!
School may be almost done for the summer, but that doesn't mean that the learning has to end. The Altona Library Summer Reading Program starts on May 29th and will run through July 11th. So be sure to read those books every day because you could win a Kindle E-Reader. See the flyer for details.
Posted May 20th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Water bills are due today. If you haven't made your payment yet, you may put it in an envelope and insert it in the mail slot in the front door of Compton Accounting and it will be considered an on time payment. Thank you to everyone who have already paid their bill on time payments.
Baccalaureate for the ROWVA Graduating Class of 2018 is tonight at 7:30 p.m. at the ROWVA High School. Congratulations to the Class of 2018, especially to our Altona Grads!
Attention Village Residents:
Water bills are due today. If you haven't made your payment yet, you may put it in an envelope and insert it in the mail slot in the front door of Compton Accounting and it will be considered an on time payment. Thank you to everyone who have already paid their bill on time payments.
Baccalaureate for the ROWVA Graduating Class of 2018 is tonight at 7:30 p.m. at the ROWVA High School. Congratulations to the Class of 2018, especially to our Altona Grads!
Posted May 19th, 2018
Attention Area Residents: Just a couple of reminders.
Today from 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. at the Altona Fire Station will be the Knox County Sheriff's Department's Rabies Clinic. If you haven't already taken your pet to your veterinarian for its annual check up and shots, you can at least get them their rabies shots at this clinic. All fees are the responsibility of the pet owner. Please read the flyer for full details.
Water bills are due tomorrow. Compton Accounting may be closed this weekend, but if you place your payment in an envelope and deposit it in the mail slot in the front door, it will be considered an on time payment. Thank you.
Tomorrow is Baccalaureate for the ROWVA High School Class of 2018 at 7:30 p.m. at the high school for those wishing to attend.
Attention Area Residents: Just a couple of reminders.
Today from 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. at the Altona Fire Station will be the Knox County Sheriff's Department's Rabies Clinic. If you haven't already taken your pet to your veterinarian for its annual check up and shots, you can at least get them their rabies shots at this clinic. All fees are the responsibility of the pet owner. Please read the flyer for full details.
Water bills are due tomorrow. Compton Accounting may be closed this weekend, but if you place your payment in an envelope and deposit it in the mail slot in the front door, it will be considered an on time payment. Thank you.
Tomorrow is Baccalaureate for the ROWVA High School Class of 2018 at 7:30 p.m. at the high school for those wishing to attend.
Posted May 16th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
There are many upcoming events within our Village and area. Please mark your calendars for those that apply to you.....
Friday, May 18th: Walnut Grove Retirees Potluck Luncheon. 12 noon at the United Church. Bring a dish to pass.
Friday, May 18th: A live auction and music trivia night to benefit a couple of cancer victims. Knox County Fair Grounds, doors open at 4:00 p.m. Please see flyer for full details.
Saturday, May 19th: Knox County Sheriff's Department Roaming Veterinarian Clinic. 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. at the Altona Fire Station. If you haven't taken your pet to see your veterinarian for a full check up yet this year, this event would be a good event to attend to at least get your pets their vaccinations. All fees are the responsibility of the pet owner. If Saturday's date does not work for you, there are other events scheduled throughout the county. Please see the flyer for full details. A vaccinated pet is a happy pet. Vaccinations are required by law.
Sunday, May 20th: Water bills are due. If you wish to pay your bill with a credit card, please pay by Friday, May 18th by 4:00 p.m. to avoid being delinquent as Compton Accounting is not open on the weekends. For questions about your bill, please contact them at 1-844-484-8881.
Sunday, May 20th: ROWVA Baccalaureate at 7:30 p.m. at the ROWVA High School in Oneida. Please contact the high school with any questions.
Tuesday, May 22nd: Home games at the Altona Baseball diamond start for the 2018 Bi-County Summer Baseball/Softball Season. Please see the schedules for all of the teams. Going to see a summer baseball/softball game is good old American fun. Come cheer on our youth. While you are there, have a Lions Club World Famous Porkburger. Go Altona!
Sunday, May 27th: ROWVA High School Graduation at 3:00 p.m. at the ROWVA High School in Oneida. Please contact the high school with any questions. Congratulations to all of the youth in our communities. Good luck and best wishes with all of your future plans, and may you have a life full of happiness and opportunities for a successful future.
Monday, May 28th: Memorial Day. Once again the Ekstedt-Hurd American Legion Post #390 from Altona will be putting on the Memorial Day services. Presenting of the Colors and rifle solute at the Walnut Grove Cemetery will be at 10:30 a.m., and services at the Altona Cemetery will be at 11:00 a.m.. Pastor Bob Nutzhourn will be officiating.
It is almost time to be thinking about the annual Altona Fire Department's Fireworks show. The date for this years fireworks will be Saturday, June 30th at dusk, at the Altona Baseball Diamond. There is a donation can at the Hometown Express gas station. Please give generously, as most of the funds to put on the show comes from individual donations. We have a nice show for a town our size. The more that is collected, the better the show can be. Thank you for donating.
Attention Area Residents:
There are many upcoming events within our Village and area. Please mark your calendars for those that apply to you.....
Friday, May 18th: Walnut Grove Retirees Potluck Luncheon. 12 noon at the United Church. Bring a dish to pass.
Friday, May 18th: A live auction and music trivia night to benefit a couple of cancer victims. Knox County Fair Grounds, doors open at 4:00 p.m. Please see flyer for full details.
Saturday, May 19th: Knox County Sheriff's Department Roaming Veterinarian Clinic. 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. at the Altona Fire Station. If you haven't taken your pet to see your veterinarian for a full check up yet this year, this event would be a good event to attend to at least get your pets their vaccinations. All fees are the responsibility of the pet owner. If Saturday's date does not work for you, there are other events scheduled throughout the county. Please see the flyer for full details. A vaccinated pet is a happy pet. Vaccinations are required by law.
Sunday, May 20th: Water bills are due. If you wish to pay your bill with a credit card, please pay by Friday, May 18th by 4:00 p.m. to avoid being delinquent as Compton Accounting is not open on the weekends. For questions about your bill, please contact them at 1-844-484-8881.
Sunday, May 20th: ROWVA Baccalaureate at 7:30 p.m. at the ROWVA High School in Oneida. Please contact the high school with any questions.
Tuesday, May 22nd: Home games at the Altona Baseball diamond start for the 2018 Bi-County Summer Baseball/Softball Season. Please see the schedules for all of the teams. Going to see a summer baseball/softball game is good old American fun. Come cheer on our youth. While you are there, have a Lions Club World Famous Porkburger. Go Altona!
Sunday, May 27th: ROWVA High School Graduation at 3:00 p.m. at the ROWVA High School in Oneida. Please contact the high school with any questions. Congratulations to all of the youth in our communities. Good luck and best wishes with all of your future plans, and may you have a life full of happiness and opportunities for a successful future.
Monday, May 28th: Memorial Day. Once again the Ekstedt-Hurd American Legion Post #390 from Altona will be putting on the Memorial Day services. Presenting of the Colors and rifle solute at the Walnut Grove Cemetery will be at 10:30 a.m., and services at the Altona Cemetery will be at 11:00 a.m.. Pastor Bob Nutzhourn will be officiating.
It is almost time to be thinking about the annual Altona Fire Department's Fireworks show. The date for this years fireworks will be Saturday, June 30th at dusk, at the Altona Baseball Diamond. There is a donation can at the Hometown Express gas station. Please give generously, as most of the funds to put on the show comes from individual donations. We have a nice show for a town our size. The more that is collected, the better the show can be. Thank you for donating.
Posted May 16th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Just a reminder that water bills are due on the 20th. This month, the 20th is on a Sunday. Since Compton Accounting is closed on the weekends, please make every attempt to have your bill paid by 4:00 p.m. on Friday the 18th so that your account won't be delinquent come Monday the 21st. For your convenience, the Village accepts credit cards, cash and your good check for payment. Any account which is turned off due to lack of payment will have a $50 reconnect fee applied, so do your pocket book a favor and make every attempt to pay your bill on time. Thank you.
Attention Village Residents:
Just a reminder that water bills are due on the 20th. This month, the 20th is on a Sunday. Since Compton Accounting is closed on the weekends, please make every attempt to have your bill paid by 4:00 p.m. on Friday the 18th so that your account won't be delinquent come Monday the 21st. For your convenience, the Village accepts credit cards, cash and your good check for payment. Any account which is turned off due to lack of payment will have a $50 reconnect fee applied, so do your pocket book a favor and make every attempt to pay your bill on time. Thank you.
Posted May 15th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Today is Peace Officer Memorial Day, and May 13th - 19th will be Police Week. If you see a police officer, please be sure to thank them for their dedication and service to the public. Each and every day they risk their lives in order to keep us safe from the criminal elements and attempt to keep law and order for us.
The President of the United States has encouraged all Americans show their appreciation and gratitude towards our law enforcement community by lowering your American Flag today to half-staff. Please click on the following link to read the Proclamation...
www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/president-donald-j-trump-proclaims-may-15-2018-peace-officers-memorial-day-may-13-may-19-2018-police-week/
Thank You.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Attention Area Residents:
Today is Peace Officer Memorial Day, and May 13th - 19th will be Police Week. If you see a police officer, please be sure to thank them for their dedication and service to the public. Each and every day they risk their lives in order to keep us safe from the criminal elements and attempt to keep law and order for us.
The President of the United States has encouraged all Americans show their appreciation and gratitude towards our law enforcement community by lowering your American Flag today to half-staff. Please click on the following link to read the Proclamation...
www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/president-donald-j-trump-proclaims-may-15-2018-peace-officers-memorial-day-may-13-may-19-2018-police-week/
Thank You.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Posted May 15th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Just a reminder that the Knox County Sheriff's Department - Animal Control Division's Rabies Vaccination Clinics is going on throughout the month of May. If you have not taken your pet to your veterinarian for its annual checkup, please consider taking your pet to one of these venues to at least get your pet vaccinated. A vaccinated pet is a happy pet. Rabies vaccines not only help keep your pet and the general public safe, it is the law. All fees are the responsibility of the pet owner. Please read the flyer for full details. Thank you.
Attention Area Residents:
Just a reminder that the Knox County Sheriff's Department - Animal Control Division's Rabies Vaccination Clinics is going on throughout the month of May. If you have not taken your pet to your veterinarian for its annual checkup, please consider taking your pet to one of these venues to at least get your pet vaccinated. A vaccinated pet is a happy pet. Rabies vaccines not only help keep your pet and the general public safe, it is the law. All fees are the responsibility of the pet owner. Please read the flyer for full details. Thank you.
Posted May 12th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The Village of Altona Board of Trustees would like to thank the Walnut Grove Progressors 4-H Club for doing their annual park beautification project. The 4-H'ers and leaders planted flowers in the flower boxes in the downtown area and in the park, as well as spread mulch around the trees in both Kufas and Johnson-Pyle parks despite the onset of rain.
Thank you for your continued public service. This project helps to beautify our Village. Please view the photos below.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Attention Area Residents:
The Village of Altona Board of Trustees would like to thank the Walnut Grove Progressors 4-H Club for doing their annual park beautification project. The 4-H'ers and leaders planted flowers in the flower boxes in the downtown area and in the park, as well as spread mulch around the trees in both Kufas and Johnson-Pyle parks despite the onset of rain.
Thank you for your continued public service. This project helps to beautify our Village. Please view the photos below.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Posted May 11th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
The summer baseball/softball season is just around the corner. Plan to come out and cheer on our youth in some good 'ol free wholesome fun. While you are there, plan on trying some of the Lions Club World Famous Porkburgers. Here is a schedule for the summer baseball/softball season. Enjoy the summer!!!
Attention Village Residents:
The summer baseball/softball season is just around the corner. Plan to come out and cheer on our youth in some good 'ol free wholesome fun. While you are there, plan on trying some of the Lions Club World Famous Porkburgers. Here is a schedule for the summer baseball/softball season. Enjoy the summer!!!
Posted May 9th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Thank you for participating in the recent Village Clean Up programs. Every little bit helps us keep our village looking nice.
The Knox County Sheriff's Department's - Animal Control Division annual Roaming Rabies Clinic is under way. Please see the flyer for a convenient date and time for you to get your pet's vaccinations done if you have not yet taken them to your regular veterinarian for their annual check up. Not only is it the law, it is also a good idea for the health your pet as well as the general public to have your pets vaccined should they were to bite someone. Again, please read the following flyer and plan on getting them done. All fees are the responsibility of the pet owner. If you have any questions about the program, please call the Knox County Animal Control Department at 309-345-3735. Thank you.
Attention Village Residents:
Thank you for participating in the recent Village Clean Up programs. Every little bit helps us keep our village looking nice.
The Knox County Sheriff's Department's - Animal Control Division annual Roaming Rabies Clinic is under way. Please see the flyer for a convenient date and time for you to get your pet's vaccinations done if you have not yet taken them to your regular veterinarian for their annual check up. Not only is it the law, it is also a good idea for the health your pet as well as the general public to have your pets vaccined should they were to bite someone. Again, please read the following flyer and plan on getting them done. All fees are the responsibility of the pet owner. If you have any questions about the program, please call the Knox County Animal Control Department at 309-345-3735. Thank you.
Posted May 7th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
This is the final day that the Federal Railroad Administration will be accepting from the public in regards to whether or not they will allow autonomous (a.k.a. - zero personel in the cab) trains. They are accepting comments from the general public, elected officials, and the railroad industry in an effort to decide if the technology is safe or not to allow. This poses an extreme safety issue for the general public due to the massive amounts of hazardous materials that travel through our cities, towns and villages on a daily basis. The train crew is the first line of defense when it comes to the public's safety and the safe movement of hazardous material. Without train crews overseeing the safe transportation of these hazardous materials, the public could be left in a deadly situation from certain commodities due to no one to notify the proper authorities. Please click on the following link now while you are thinking about it and express your comments and concerns with them. It only takes a minute or two. Thank you.
https://www.regulations.gov/comment?D=FRA-2018-0027-0003
Attention Area Residents:
This is the final day that the Federal Railroad Administration will be accepting from the public in regards to whether or not they will allow autonomous (a.k.a. - zero personel in the cab) trains. They are accepting comments from the general public, elected officials, and the railroad industry in an effort to decide if the technology is safe or not to allow. This poses an extreme safety issue for the general public due to the massive amounts of hazardous materials that travel through our cities, towns and villages on a daily basis. The train crew is the first line of defense when it comes to the public's safety and the safe movement of hazardous material. Without train crews overseeing the safe transportation of these hazardous materials, the public could be left in a deadly situation from certain commodities due to no one to notify the proper authorities. Please click on the following link now while you are thinking about it and express your comments and concerns with them. It only takes a minute or two. Thank you.
https://www.regulations.gov/comment?D=FRA-2018-0027-0003
Posted May 6th, 2018
Attention Area Residents: Please mark your calendars for the following items or events that may pertain to you.
Today, Sunday May 6th: Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser for the Vacation Bible School, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the United Church of Altona. Free will donation and take-outs are available as well.
Tomorrow, Monday May 7th: This is the final day that the Federal Railroad Administration will be accepting from the public in regards to whether or not they will allow autonomous (a.k.a. - zero personel in the cab) trains. They are accepting comments from the general public, elected officials, and the railroad industry in an effort to decide if the technology is safe or not to allow. This poses an extreme safety issue for the general public due to the massive amounts of hazardous materials that travel through our cities, towns and villages on a daily basis. The train crew is the first line of defense when it comes to the public's safety and the safe movement of hazardous material. Without train crews overseeing the safe transportation of these hazardous materials, the public could be left in a deadly situation from certain commodities due to no one to notify the proper authorities. Please click on the following link now while you are thinking about it and express your comments and concerns with them. It only takes a minute or two. Thank you.
https://www.regulations.gov/comment?D=FRA-2018-0027-0003
Sunday, May 13th: Mother's Day! Don't forget about your mom!
Saturday, May 19th: Knox County Animal Control Rabies Clinic at the Altona Fire Station from 12:30 pm - 1:30 p.m. All expenses are the responsibility of the pet owners. See flyer for full details.
Sunday, May 20th: Water Bills are DUE! For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payment. Paying your bill on time avoids penalty charges.
Monday, May 28th: Memorial Day! Memorial Day Services to be posted when they are received.
Attention Area Residents: Please mark your calendars for the following items or events that may pertain to you.
Today, Sunday May 6th: Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser for the Vacation Bible School, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the United Church of Altona. Free will donation and take-outs are available as well.
Tomorrow, Monday May 7th: This is the final day that the Federal Railroad Administration will be accepting from the public in regards to whether or not they will allow autonomous (a.k.a. - zero personel in the cab) trains. They are accepting comments from the general public, elected officials, and the railroad industry in an effort to decide if the technology is safe or not to allow. This poses an extreme safety issue for the general public due to the massive amounts of hazardous materials that travel through our cities, towns and villages on a daily basis. The train crew is the first line of defense when it comes to the public's safety and the safe movement of hazardous material. Without train crews overseeing the safe transportation of these hazardous materials, the public could be left in a deadly situation from certain commodities due to no one to notify the proper authorities. Please click on the following link now while you are thinking about it and express your comments and concerns with them. It only takes a minute or two. Thank you.
https://www.regulations.gov/comment?D=FRA-2018-0027-0003
Sunday, May 13th: Mother's Day! Don't forget about your mom!
Saturday, May 19th: Knox County Animal Control Rabies Clinic at the Altona Fire Station from 12:30 pm - 1:30 p.m. All expenses are the responsibility of the pet owners. See flyer for full details.
Sunday, May 20th: Water Bills are DUE! For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payment. Paying your bill on time avoids penalty charges.
Monday, May 28th: Memorial Day! Memorial Day Services to be posted when they are received.
Posted May 3rd, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Today is the National Day of Prayer. The National Day of Prayer is an annual observance held on the first Thursday of May, inviting people of all faiths to pray for the nation. It ws created in 1952 by a joint resolution of the United States Congress, and signed into law by President Harry S. Truman. Click on the following link to learn more about the history of this event. www.nationaldayofprayer.org/history
Friday, May 4th - Annual Clean Up Day! Please have all of your items out to the curb by 7:00 a.m. Please see the flyers for full details.
Friday, May 4th - Walnut Grove Retirees Potluck. 12 noon at the Untied Church. Program: Steve Main, Trip to the Holy Land.
Saturday, May 5th - Village-wide Yard Sale. Make some money on those unwanted items by having a yard sale.
Sunday, May 6th - Spaghetti Dinner to support our Community Vacation Bible School from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at the United Church. By donation, take-outs available.
Monday, May 7th - Deadline for public comments to the Federal Railroad Adminitration on autonomous trains. https://www.regulations.gov/comment?D=FRA-2018-0027-0003
Sunday, May 13th - Mother's Day, don't forget about mom.
Saturday, May 19th - Knox Co. Sheriff's Dept. Roaming Vet Clinic. Altona Fire Station 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. All charges are the responsibility of the pet owner. A vaccintated pet is a happy vet. It is the law to have your pets vaccines up to date. Please see the flyer for full details.
Sunday, May 20th - Water Bills are due.
Monday, May 28th - Memorial Day. Please do not drink and drive. Choose a designated driver.
Attention Village Residents:
Today is the National Day of Prayer. The National Day of Prayer is an annual observance held on the first Thursday of May, inviting people of all faiths to pray for the nation. It ws created in 1952 by a joint resolution of the United States Congress, and signed into law by President Harry S. Truman. Click on the following link to learn more about the history of this event. www.nationaldayofprayer.org/history
Friday, May 4th - Annual Clean Up Day! Please have all of your items out to the curb by 7:00 a.m. Please see the flyers for full details.
Friday, May 4th - Walnut Grove Retirees Potluck. 12 noon at the Untied Church. Program: Steve Main, Trip to the Holy Land.
Saturday, May 5th - Village-wide Yard Sale. Make some money on those unwanted items by having a yard sale.
Sunday, May 6th - Spaghetti Dinner to support our Community Vacation Bible School from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at the United Church. By donation, take-outs available.
Monday, May 7th - Deadline for public comments to the Federal Railroad Adminitration on autonomous trains. https://www.regulations.gov/comment?D=FRA-2018-0027-0003
Sunday, May 13th - Mother's Day, don't forget about mom.
Saturday, May 19th - Knox Co. Sheriff's Dept. Roaming Vet Clinic. Altona Fire Station 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. All charges are the responsibility of the pet owner. A vaccintated pet is a happy vet. It is the law to have your pets vaccines up to date. Please see the flyer for full details.
Sunday, May 20th - Water Bills are due.
Monday, May 28th - Memorial Day. Please do not drink and drive. Choose a designated driver.
Posted May 3rd, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
For those who are concerned, the deadline for writing the Federal Railroad Administration with your comments on autonomous trains (a.k.a. zero-person crews in the cab) is Monday, May 7th. The FRA is asking for comments from the public to help them decide on whether or not they will allow this. Below is an excerpt and link to the Federal Railroad Administration. Due to the safety issues with the amounts of hazardous material that the railroad industry hauls through our communities on a daily basis, please click on the link and express your opinions on this topic. Thank you.
The Federal Railroad Administration has released a request for information (RFI) about autonomous (aka self-driving/zero-person crew) trains.
"FRA requests information and comment on the future of automation in the railroad industry. FRA is interested in hearing from industry stakeholders, the public, local and State governments, and any other interested parties on the potential benefits, costs, risks, and challenges to implementing automated railroad operations. FRA also seeks comment on how the agency can best support the railroad industry's development and implementation of new and emerging technologies in automation that could lead to safety improvements or increased efficiencies in railroad operations."
It only takes a minute. Click on the link below and tell the FRA why you think autonomous trains are WRONG if this is your opinion. Then, forward the link to your family and friends and encourage them to do the same. The deadline to submit comments is Monday, May 7th.
https://www.regulations.gov/comment?D=FRA-2018-0027-0003
Attention Area Residents:
For those who are concerned, the deadline for writing the Federal Railroad Administration with your comments on autonomous trains (a.k.a. zero-person crews in the cab) is Monday, May 7th. The FRA is asking for comments from the public to help them decide on whether or not they will allow this. Below is an excerpt and link to the Federal Railroad Administration. Due to the safety issues with the amounts of hazardous material that the railroad industry hauls through our communities on a daily basis, please click on the link and express your opinions on this topic. Thank you.
The Federal Railroad Administration has released a request for information (RFI) about autonomous (aka self-driving/zero-person crew) trains.
"FRA requests information and comment on the future of automation in the railroad industry. FRA is interested in hearing from industry stakeholders, the public, local and State governments, and any other interested parties on the potential benefits, costs, risks, and challenges to implementing automated railroad operations. FRA also seeks comment on how the agency can best support the railroad industry's development and implementation of new and emerging technologies in automation that could lead to safety improvements or increased efficiencies in railroad operations."
It only takes a minute. Click on the link below and tell the FRA why you think autonomous trains are WRONG if this is your opinion. Then, forward the link to your family and friends and encourage them to do the same. The deadline to submit comments is Monday, May 7th.
https://www.regulations.gov/comment?D=FRA-2018-0027-0003
Posted May 2nd, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
The Annual Clean Up Day is this Friday, May 4th. All items must be set out to the curb by 7:00 a.m.. Please use this opportunity to finally get rid of all of those unwanted items once and for all. Please see both flyers for full details.
For those unwanted items that you may have but find too good to simply throw away, please consider having a yard sale. This Saturday, May 5th kicks off the summer yard sale season. Please plan on participating in the Village-wide Yard Sale Weekend.
Attention Village Residents:
The Annual Clean Up Day is this Friday, May 4th. All items must be set out to the curb by 7:00 a.m.. Please use this opportunity to finally get rid of all of those unwanted items once and for all. Please see both flyers for full details.
For those unwanted items that you may have but find too good to simply throw away, please consider having a yard sale. This Saturday, May 5th kicks off the summer yard sale season. Please plan on participating in the Village-wide Yard Sale Weekend.
Posted May 1st, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The U.S. Small Business Administration has set aside this week, from April 29th - May 5th as National Small Business Week. Small business is the backbone of America's economy. Every Day, small business owners are working to grow their business, create 21st century jobs, drive innovation and increase America's global competitiveness.
I'd like to recognize and thank the small business owners within the Village of Altona, and encourage all to patronize their stores and take advantage of the services that they offer.....
Altona Car Wash
Altona Mini Storage
Altona TBA
Andrew's Implement
Cantrell Construction
Compton Accounting
Creglow Construction
Gretchen's Town & Country Daycare Home
Hennenfent Graphics & Design
Henn House BBQ
Hometown Express & Champ's Chicken
JDC Swanson Electric
Main Attraction Hair Styling
Mid-Century Communications
Page Excavating - Demolition
River Valley Cooperative
Swanson Electric, Inc.
Voss Excavating - Bulldozing - Demolition
Walnut Grove Mercantile
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Attention Area Residents:
The U.S. Small Business Administration has set aside this week, from April 29th - May 5th as National Small Business Week. Small business is the backbone of America's economy. Every Day, small business owners are working to grow their business, create 21st century jobs, drive innovation and increase America's global competitiveness.
I'd like to recognize and thank the small business owners within the Village of Altona, and encourage all to patronize their stores and take advantage of the services that they offer.....
Altona Car Wash
Altona Mini Storage
Altona TBA
Andrew's Implement
Cantrell Construction
Compton Accounting
Creglow Construction
Gretchen's Town & Country Daycare Home
Hennenfent Graphics & Design
Henn House BBQ
Hometown Express & Champ's Chicken
JDC Swanson Electric
Main Attraction Hair Styling
Mid-Century Communications
Page Excavating - Demolition
River Valley Cooperative
Swanson Electric, Inc.
Voss Excavating - Bulldozing - Demolition
Walnut Grove Mercantile
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Posted May 1st, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Happy May Day! Hopefully you had the little cherubs make their May baskets and deliver them to the special people in your lives.
Thank you to all who had helped vote for the Village of Altona during last month's Meet Me at the Park campaign sponsored by the National Recreation and Parks Association, Disney, ABC and ESPN. We do not know when we will find out the results, but regardless if we win the $20,000 grant or not, the Village appreciates your dedication and community spirit that you and your family portraid while entering every single day of the month. It is community spirit and working together that makes this a nice town to live in. Again, thank you.
The time is near, in fact only a couple of days of preparation remains. One of the most important day's of the year is about to ascent on the Village. A day that could give peace of mind in your household, or another year of anguish. What day is this? The Annual Clean Up Day of course! All items MUST be set out to the curb by 7:00 a.m. THIS Friday, May 4th. If you fail to have your unwanted items set out to the curb, you'll be stuck looking and walking around all that unwanted stuff for another full year. So put your mind at ease and throw those items away. Please read the flyers for further details. Tires MUST be off of the rims and drop offs are ONLY allowed during regular business hours. You MUST reside within the Village. Please contact the Altona TBA at 309-484-2064 with any questions regarding this. Thank you.
Attention Village Residents:
Happy May Day! Hopefully you had the little cherubs make their May baskets and deliver them to the special people in your lives.
Thank you to all who had helped vote for the Village of Altona during last month's Meet Me at the Park campaign sponsored by the National Recreation and Parks Association, Disney, ABC and ESPN. We do not know when we will find out the results, but regardless if we win the $20,000 grant or not, the Village appreciates your dedication and community spirit that you and your family portraid while entering every single day of the month. It is community spirit and working together that makes this a nice town to live in. Again, thank you.
The time is near, in fact only a couple of days of preparation remains. One of the most important day's of the year is about to ascent on the Village. A day that could give peace of mind in your household, or another year of anguish. What day is this? The Annual Clean Up Day of course! All items MUST be set out to the curb by 7:00 a.m. THIS Friday, May 4th. If you fail to have your unwanted items set out to the curb, you'll be stuck looking and walking around all that unwanted stuff for another full year. So put your mind at ease and throw those items away. Please read the flyers for further details. Tires MUST be off of the rims and drop offs are ONLY allowed during regular business hours. You MUST reside within the Village. Please contact the Altona TBA at 309-484-2064 with any questions regarding this. Thank you.
Posted April 29th, 2018
Attention Village and Area Residents:
The following is a list of numerous items that effect both Village and area residents. Please mark your calendars for those that apply to you.
Area Residents: The Federal Railroad Administration is still accepting written comments from the general public in regards to autonomous trains (a.k.a. driverless trains or zero man crews). Trains used to be operated by five man crews, but now they only have two. The railroad industry is a highly safety sensitive industry, yet in their attempts to maximize profits they apparently think that the use of technology with nobody on a train is safer than having four eyes in the cab. The railroad industry hauls everything from your sneakers that you wear to the food that you eat; from the coal that powers your electricity to the electronic device that you are reading this message on now. Despite the effect of the loss of well paying jobs that this move would have on our nation's economy by eliminating all of these positions; the railroad industry also hauls some very hazardous material that could compromise the safety of the public. Train crews are the first line of defense for the public when it comes to the safe transportation of these hazardous materials. Train crews are trained, and are the ones that work with the fire departments giving them a heads up of what to expect BEFORE they arrive on a hazardous scene as well as suppling them with the information about the commodities effected and evacuation procedures about the incident. If you are concerned about the potential safety dangers that autonomous trains would have on the general public of this country, please click on the following link now and give your opinion to the Federal Railroad Administration. Your opinion does matter and they need to hear from you. Thank you. www.regulations.gov/comment?D=FRA-2018-0027-0003
Area Residents: Today and tomorrow are the last two days to vote for the Village of Altona in the Meet Me at the Park competition to win a $20,000 grant for park improvements. The Village appreciates your help that you have given us each and everyday that you and your family has voted. Each member of your family can vote once per day. You may win a GoPro Hero5 camera for your efforts. This promotion is sponsored by the National Recreation and Parks Association, Disney, ABC and ESPN. Please click on the following link to vote today and tomorrow. Thank you. www.meetmeatthepark.org/pages/index.php
Area Residents: May 1st kicks off the Knox County Sheriff's Dept. Animal Control Rabies Vaccination Clinics. All pet owners are required to have their pets vaccinated. Any fees involved are the responsibility of the pet owner. If you have not already taken your pet to your local veterinarian for a full complete check up, this roaming clinic that the Sheriff's Department puts on every year is a way for your pet to at least get their vaccinations and stay compliant with the law. Please read the flyer for your local date and time in your community.
Village Residents: The Annual Clean Up Day for the Village is this Friday, May 4th. All items are to be set out to the curb by 7:00 a.m. The garbage men will NOT be making a second pass. Feel free to start putting all of your unwanted items to the curb throughout the week if need be. This year there will be an additional avenue of getting rid of old passenger tires. The tires however MUST be off of the rims and taken to the TBA during normal business hours ONLY! This program is for Village Residents ONLY! For questions regarding the tires, please call the TBA at 484-2064. Please read both flyers for the Clean Up Day details. This year's clean up is one week earlier than previous years, so don't miss out. Please spend the next few days going through your unwanted items. If you have unwanted items that are too good to throw away, plan on having a yard sale this Saturday, May 5th.
Area Residents: This Saturday, May 5th kicks off the annual yard sale season. Village residents are encouraged to have yard sales to help them get rid of their unwanted items. So enjoy the nice day by taking a nice drive to "The Village" and see what bargains that you may find.
Area Residents: Sunday, May 6th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. will be a Spaghetti Dinner at the United Church of Altona to support the Community Vacation Bible School. It is all-you-can-eat spaghetti with meat sauce, salad, drinks, and desserts. It is By Donation and Take-Out is available.
Village Residents: For those residents who have swimming pools, warmer weather is upon us and thoughts of spending time in your pool and relaxing is entering your heads. The Village has a program that allows you ONE fill up only to avoid paying the sewer charges for your pool. You MUST contact our Village employee Jason at 484-6111 PRIOR to filling up your pool in order for Jason to take your measurements and to avoid the sewer charge for this fill. Failure to contact Jason PRIOR to your fill will void this opportunity. Restrictions apply (i.e. blow up pools are not covered under this program). Enjoy the nice weather and have fun in your pool. Please be safe and keep an eye on the younger children to avert a tragedy.
Attention Village and Area Residents:
The following is a list of numerous items that effect both Village and area residents. Please mark your calendars for those that apply to you.
Area Residents: The Federal Railroad Administration is still accepting written comments from the general public in regards to autonomous trains (a.k.a. driverless trains or zero man crews). Trains used to be operated by five man crews, but now they only have two. The railroad industry is a highly safety sensitive industry, yet in their attempts to maximize profits they apparently think that the use of technology with nobody on a train is safer than having four eyes in the cab. The railroad industry hauls everything from your sneakers that you wear to the food that you eat; from the coal that powers your electricity to the electronic device that you are reading this message on now. Despite the effect of the loss of well paying jobs that this move would have on our nation's economy by eliminating all of these positions; the railroad industry also hauls some very hazardous material that could compromise the safety of the public. Train crews are the first line of defense for the public when it comes to the safe transportation of these hazardous materials. Train crews are trained, and are the ones that work with the fire departments giving them a heads up of what to expect BEFORE they arrive on a hazardous scene as well as suppling them with the information about the commodities effected and evacuation procedures about the incident. If you are concerned about the potential safety dangers that autonomous trains would have on the general public of this country, please click on the following link now and give your opinion to the Federal Railroad Administration. Your opinion does matter and they need to hear from you. Thank you. www.regulations.gov/comment?D=FRA-2018-0027-0003
Area Residents: Today and tomorrow are the last two days to vote for the Village of Altona in the Meet Me at the Park competition to win a $20,000 grant for park improvements. The Village appreciates your help that you have given us each and everyday that you and your family has voted. Each member of your family can vote once per day. You may win a GoPro Hero5 camera for your efforts. This promotion is sponsored by the National Recreation and Parks Association, Disney, ABC and ESPN. Please click on the following link to vote today and tomorrow. Thank you. www.meetmeatthepark.org/pages/index.php
Area Residents: May 1st kicks off the Knox County Sheriff's Dept. Animal Control Rabies Vaccination Clinics. All pet owners are required to have their pets vaccinated. Any fees involved are the responsibility of the pet owner. If you have not already taken your pet to your local veterinarian for a full complete check up, this roaming clinic that the Sheriff's Department puts on every year is a way for your pet to at least get their vaccinations and stay compliant with the law. Please read the flyer for your local date and time in your community.
Village Residents: The Annual Clean Up Day for the Village is this Friday, May 4th. All items are to be set out to the curb by 7:00 a.m. The garbage men will NOT be making a second pass. Feel free to start putting all of your unwanted items to the curb throughout the week if need be. This year there will be an additional avenue of getting rid of old passenger tires. The tires however MUST be off of the rims and taken to the TBA during normal business hours ONLY! This program is for Village Residents ONLY! For questions regarding the tires, please call the TBA at 484-2064. Please read both flyers for the Clean Up Day details. This year's clean up is one week earlier than previous years, so don't miss out. Please spend the next few days going through your unwanted items. If you have unwanted items that are too good to throw away, plan on having a yard sale this Saturday, May 5th.
Area Residents: This Saturday, May 5th kicks off the annual yard sale season. Village residents are encouraged to have yard sales to help them get rid of their unwanted items. So enjoy the nice day by taking a nice drive to "The Village" and see what bargains that you may find.
Area Residents: Sunday, May 6th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. will be a Spaghetti Dinner at the United Church of Altona to support the Community Vacation Bible School. It is all-you-can-eat spaghetti with meat sauce, salad, drinks, and desserts. It is By Donation and Take-Out is available.
Village Residents: For those residents who have swimming pools, warmer weather is upon us and thoughts of spending time in your pool and relaxing is entering your heads. The Village has a program that allows you ONE fill up only to avoid paying the sewer charges for your pool. You MUST contact our Village employee Jason at 484-6111 PRIOR to filling up your pool in order for Jason to take your measurements and to avoid the sewer charge for this fill. Failure to contact Jason PRIOR to your fill will void this opportunity. Restrictions apply (i.e. blow up pools are not covered under this program). Enjoy the nice weather and have fun in your pool. Please be safe and keep an eye on the younger children to avert a tragedy.
Posted April 28th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Just a reminder that the annual Clean Up Day will be this coming Friday, May 4th. Please have all of your unwanted items to the curb by 7 a.m. for pick up. This event only comes around once per year, so no better way to spend the weekend then finally throwing all of that stuff that you don’t want away.
The Village Board of Trustees thanks you for your participation and efforts in helping cleaning up our town and making it a beautiful place to live.
Attention Village Residents:
Just a reminder that the annual Clean Up Day will be this coming Friday, May 4th. Please have all of your unwanted items to the curb by 7 a.m. for pick up. This event only comes around once per year, so no better way to spend the weekend then finally throwing all of that stuff that you don’t want away.
The Village Board of Trustees thanks you for your participation and efforts in helping cleaning up our town and making it a beautiful place to live.
Posted April 26th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The Village of Altona appreciates your help this entire month in voting everyday for Altona to help us win the $20,000 grant to help us fix up our parks. There is still time to vote, and every person in your family can vote once per day until the end of the month. Just go to www.meetmeatthepark.org/pages/index.php and vote for Altona, IL. You could win a GoPro Hero5 camera for your efforts. This campaign is sponsored by the National Recreation and Parks Association, Disney, ABC and ESPN. Click on the above link to vote each and every day. Thank you.
Attention Area Residents:
The Village of Altona appreciates your help this entire month in voting everyday for Altona to help us win the $20,000 grant to help us fix up our parks. There is still time to vote, and every person in your family can vote once per day until the end of the month. Just go to www.meetmeatthepark.org/pages/index.php and vote for Altona, IL. You could win a GoPro Hero5 camera for your efforts. This campaign is sponsored by the National Recreation and Parks Association, Disney, ABC and ESPN. Click on the above link to vote each and every day. Thank you.
Posted April 26th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
One week from tomorrow is the annual Clean Up Day. All items must be at the curb prior to 7:00 a.m. If you haven't started going through your items yet, please start doing so now as the annual Clean Up Day only comes around once a year. Please review the flyers for complete details as to what will and will not be allowed for pick up. If we all strive to make our individual properties to be the best looking property on our block, then together the Village will be the best looking town in the ROWVA School District. Thank you.
Attention Village Residents:
One week from tomorrow is the annual Clean Up Day. All items must be at the curb prior to 7:00 a.m. If you haven't started going through your items yet, please start doing so now as the annual Clean Up Day only comes around once a year. Please review the flyers for complete details as to what will and will not be allowed for pick up. If we all strive to make our individual properties to be the best looking property on our block, then together the Village will be the best looking town in the ROWVA School District. Thank you.
***** Please note that the tires must be delivered to the TBA during regular business hours ONLY! Please contact the TBA with any questions regarding tire disposal. This is for Village residents ONLY. *****
Posted April 25th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The Annual Knox County Sheriff's Department's Animal Control Rabies Vacciation Clinics will be starting on May 1st. If you are a pet owner, you MUST get your pets vacciated. If you have not taken them to your vet for their yearly check up, here is a way to be sure that they get their vaccines done by a licensed veterinarian. Please read the flyer for locations and times. Charges and fees are the responsibility of the pet's owner. A vaccinated pet is a happy pet.
Thank you.
Attention Area Residents:
The Annual Knox County Sheriff's Department's Animal Control Rabies Vacciation Clinics will be starting on May 1st. If you are a pet owner, you MUST get your pets vacciated. If you have not taken them to your vet for their yearly check up, here is a way to be sure that they get their vaccines done by a licensed veterinarian. Please read the flyer for locations and times. Charges and fees are the responsibility of the pet's owner. A vaccinated pet is a happy pet.
Thank you.
Posted April 23rd, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Water bills were due on Friday. Water shut offs starts today for those who may be delinquent. Get them paid PRONTO to avoid the shut off. Contact Compton Accounting at 844-484-8881. There is a $50 reconnect fee if your service is disconnected due to lack of payment. For your convenience the Village accepts cash, credit cards and you good check. Thank you to those who had paid on time.
Yesterday was Earth Day. How did you celebrate? Did you plant a tree, pick up litter, feed the birds or just went for a walk and enjoy the outdoors? If none of the above, that's okay. Simply have everyone in your family vote today and every day for Altona, IL for the rest of the month in the Meet Me At The Park campaign. The Village is trying to win a $20,000 grant to help raise money for our parks. You could even win a GoPro Hero5 camera for you efforts. This campaign is sponsored by the National Recreation and Parks Association, Disney, ABC and ESPN. Click on this link to vote each and every day. Thank you. www.meetmeatthepark.org/pages/index.php
Just a reminder that Clean Up Day is on Friday, May 4th this year. This is one week earlier than normal this year. Don't miss this once in a year event. Start going through your unwanted items if you haven't already done so. It'll be here before you know it. See flyers for details. Thank you.
Attention Village Residents:
Water bills were due on Friday. Water shut offs starts today for those who may be delinquent. Get them paid PRONTO to avoid the shut off. Contact Compton Accounting at 844-484-8881. There is a $50 reconnect fee if your service is disconnected due to lack of payment. For your convenience the Village accepts cash, credit cards and you good check. Thank you to those who had paid on time.
Yesterday was Earth Day. How did you celebrate? Did you plant a tree, pick up litter, feed the birds or just went for a walk and enjoy the outdoors? If none of the above, that's okay. Simply have everyone in your family vote today and every day for Altona, IL for the rest of the month in the Meet Me At The Park campaign. The Village is trying to win a $20,000 grant to help raise money for our parks. You could even win a GoPro Hero5 camera for you efforts. This campaign is sponsored by the National Recreation and Parks Association, Disney, ABC and ESPN. Click on this link to vote each and every day. Thank you. www.meetmeatthepark.org/pages/index.php
Just a reminder that Clean Up Day is on Friday, May 4th this year. This is one week earlier than normal this year. Don't miss this once in a year event. Start going through your unwanted items if you haven't already done so. It'll be here before you know it. See flyers for details. Thank you.
Posted April 22nd, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Today is Earth Day. There are many ways to celebrate; one can plant a tree, plant flowers that attract hummingbirds, read about the history of this day, go for a walk and pick up litter around town, start recycling and taking those recyclable items to the recycle bin at the municipal building, or you can start preparing for the Annual Clean Up Day.
The Annual Clean Up Day is a week earlier this year. Friday, May 4th is the date. Only 12 days away. Please start going through your unwanted items and throw them out to the curb by 7 a.m. Used passenger tires can be disposed of at the TBA during regular business hours only, and the tires MUST be off the rims. Please contact the TBA for any questions regarding this. Please see the flyers for what will and will not be allowed for collection. Certain things just aren't accepted in the landfills.
As you are sorting through your unwanted items, you may come across items that you no longer want but find that they are too good to simply throw away to the curb. Saturday, May 5th kicks off the annual Village-Wide Yard Sale season. Consider having a yard sale and make some extra money.
Thank you for participating and cleaning up your properties. Together we can make Altona the best looking town in the ROWVA School District.
Attention Village Residents:
Today is Earth Day. There are many ways to celebrate; one can plant a tree, plant flowers that attract hummingbirds, read about the history of this day, go for a walk and pick up litter around town, start recycling and taking those recyclable items to the recycle bin at the municipal building, or you can start preparing for the Annual Clean Up Day.
The Annual Clean Up Day is a week earlier this year. Friday, May 4th is the date. Only 12 days away. Please start going through your unwanted items and throw them out to the curb by 7 a.m. Used passenger tires can be disposed of at the TBA during regular business hours only, and the tires MUST be off the rims. Please contact the TBA for any questions regarding this. Please see the flyers for what will and will not be allowed for collection. Certain things just aren't accepted in the landfills.
As you are sorting through your unwanted items, you may come across items that you no longer want but find that they are too good to simply throw away to the curb. Saturday, May 5th kicks off the annual Village-Wide Yard Sale season. Consider having a yard sale and make some extra money.
Thank you for participating and cleaning up your properties. Together we can make Altona the best looking town in the ROWVA School District.
Posted April 21st, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Water bills were due yesterday. IF you did not pay your bill, your account is now in delinquent status, penalty charges will apply and your service is subject to being turned off. However, if you put your payment in an envelope and place it in the front door mail slot at Compton Accounting this weekend, it will be received first thing Monday morning when they open and your water will not be turned off due to lack of payment. For all others, THANK YOU for paying your water bills on time.
The Annual Clean Up Day is fast approaching. Clean Up Day is Friday, May 4th. This is one week earlier this year. Please start going through your unwanted items in order to set them out to the curb by 7:00 a.m. on Friday morning. The garbage man will NOT make a second trip. This year you may also get rid of your used passenger tires by taking them to the TBA during regular hours only, and they MUST be off of the rims. Please contact the TBA with any questions regarding this. You MUST live within the Village limits to take advantage of this. This is NOT a public dumping program. Please read the flyers for further details on what will and will NOT be accepted. If we all do our part and try and make each of our homes the BEST looking house in our neighborhood, then together the Village will be the BEST looking town in the ROWVA school district. Thank you for cleaning up.
There are 10 days left of the Meet Me at the Park campaign. Thank you for your continued support by entering daily to help the Village win this $20,000 grant to help us with our park improvements. Remember each of your family members can enter daily. You may also win a GoPro Hero5 camera for your efforts. This contest is sponsored by the National Recreation and Park Association, Disney, ABC and ESPN. It is designed to get people outside and activated for better health. Click here to enter: www.meetmeatthepark.org/pages/index.php
Tomorrow, Sunday 22nd is Earth Day. If you'd like to participate, here are a few suggestions, but feel free to do whatever you chose to benefit our environment:
- Clean up trash on our properties as well as in our neighborhoods. Offer to help your neighbor.
- Go for a walk and take a bag with you and pick up any litter that you may find and dispose of it properly.
- Start recycling. Take all recycable items to the recycle bin at the municiple building instead of throwing it in the trash and filling up our landfills.
- Plant a tree. Trees help produce the oxygen that we need to breathe and helps cool our homes with shade.
- Plant flower beds. Flowers not only improve the looks and value of our homes, they also help birds and insects such as humming birds to survive, and bees to pollenate the trees and to make the honey that we eat.
- Mulch. Mulching around trees and flower beds not only improves the look of your beds and property, it also helps retain moisture.
- Hang up bird feeders. Like humans, birds need to eat as well. By feeding the birds, you are not only helping wildlife, you are also giving yourself the enjoyment of seeing birds that you wouldn't normally see. For some, this can be exciting and enjoyable.
Those are just a few ideas. There are many other things that you can do to celebrate Earth Day and help the environment. What will you do to celebrate?
Attention Village Residents:
Water bills were due yesterday. IF you did not pay your bill, your account is now in delinquent status, penalty charges will apply and your service is subject to being turned off. However, if you put your payment in an envelope and place it in the front door mail slot at Compton Accounting this weekend, it will be received first thing Monday morning when they open and your water will not be turned off due to lack of payment. For all others, THANK YOU for paying your water bills on time.
The Annual Clean Up Day is fast approaching. Clean Up Day is Friday, May 4th. This is one week earlier this year. Please start going through your unwanted items in order to set them out to the curb by 7:00 a.m. on Friday morning. The garbage man will NOT make a second trip. This year you may also get rid of your used passenger tires by taking them to the TBA during regular hours only, and they MUST be off of the rims. Please contact the TBA with any questions regarding this. You MUST live within the Village limits to take advantage of this. This is NOT a public dumping program. Please read the flyers for further details on what will and will NOT be accepted. If we all do our part and try and make each of our homes the BEST looking house in our neighborhood, then together the Village will be the BEST looking town in the ROWVA school district. Thank you for cleaning up.
There are 10 days left of the Meet Me at the Park campaign. Thank you for your continued support by entering daily to help the Village win this $20,000 grant to help us with our park improvements. Remember each of your family members can enter daily. You may also win a GoPro Hero5 camera for your efforts. This contest is sponsored by the National Recreation and Park Association, Disney, ABC and ESPN. It is designed to get people outside and activated for better health. Click here to enter: www.meetmeatthepark.org/pages/index.php
Tomorrow, Sunday 22nd is Earth Day. If you'd like to participate, here are a few suggestions, but feel free to do whatever you chose to benefit our environment:
- Clean up trash on our properties as well as in our neighborhoods. Offer to help your neighbor.
- Go for a walk and take a bag with you and pick up any litter that you may find and dispose of it properly.
- Start recycling. Take all recycable items to the recycle bin at the municiple building instead of throwing it in the trash and filling up our landfills.
- Plant a tree. Trees help produce the oxygen that we need to breathe and helps cool our homes with shade.
- Plant flower beds. Flowers not only improve the looks and value of our homes, they also help birds and insects such as humming birds to survive, and bees to pollenate the trees and to make the honey that we eat.
- Mulch. Mulching around trees and flower beds not only improves the look of your beds and property, it also helps retain moisture.
- Hang up bird feeders. Like humans, birds need to eat as well. By feeding the birds, you are not only helping wildlife, you are also giving yourself the enjoyment of seeing birds that you wouldn't normally see. For some, this can be exciting and enjoyable.
Those are just a few ideas. There are many other things that you can do to celebrate Earth Day and help the environment. What will you do to celebrate?
Posted April 20th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Water bills are due TODAY! Penalty charges take effect tomorrow. Water shut offs take effect Monday morning. Compton Accounting closes at 4:00 p.m. Their phone number is 844-484-8881. For your convenience, the village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payment. Please make every effort to avoid the hassle of water disruption and the payment of extra fees by paying your water bill on time. Thank you.
Please continue voting for the Villlage of Altona daily in the Meet Me at the Park campaign. Only 11 days left of this daily reminder. Remember every person in your family can vote daily. The Village could win a $20,000 grant to help us with park renovations. You the voter could win a GoPro Hero5 camera. Thank you again for help. www.meetmeatthepark.org/pages/index.php
Attention Village Residents:
Water bills are due TODAY! Penalty charges take effect tomorrow. Water shut offs take effect Monday morning. Compton Accounting closes at 4:00 p.m. Their phone number is 844-484-8881. For your convenience, the village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payment. Please make every effort to avoid the hassle of water disruption and the payment of extra fees by paying your water bill on time. Thank you.
Please continue voting for the Villlage of Altona daily in the Meet Me at the Park campaign. Only 11 days left of this daily reminder. Remember every person in your family can vote daily. The Village could win a $20,000 grant to help us with park renovations. You the voter could win a GoPro Hero5 camera. Thank you again for help. www.meetmeatthepark.org/pages/index.php
Posted April 19th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
It has come to the Village of Altona's attention that tonight at 5:00 pm at the Wataga Fire Station, the Oneida-Wataga Fire Department will be having a meeting. The only item on the agenda will be an appointment of a new trustee to replace trustee Bob Hennenfent in which for whatever reason is not being reappointed to the seat.
Many of you in the area have probably heard the rumors about some of the trustees on the Oneida-Wataga fire department are trying to cancel the contract with the Altona-Oneida-Wataga Ambulance District, hence in effect, shutting it down. While there are many answers to many questions that have yet to be answered about this whole ordeal, it is apparent that anyone who is concerned about this issue should plan to show up at the meeting tonight to learn more about it or to ask questions in order for you to make up your own mind based on facts, and not just mere rumors.
The following email by Pat Hennenfent is being posted with permission in order to shed some light on this very important topic pertaining to the health and well being of the residents in our area communities......
"The fire trustees are meeting tonight to name the new trustee for the fire department. As many of you know they voted last meeting not to reappoint Bob Hennenfent. Paul Swanson the President of the board gave some very lame reasons for wanting Bob off the board. I believe that they want him off because he is the only one that wants to do things the legal and proper way. They are dead set to get rid of the ambulance service in my opinion. I have nothing against Blake Woodruff who will be nominated to replace Bob but the fact remains that we need Bob on this board. (The Fire trustees are also the Ambulance trustees along with the Altona Fire trustees). If you can please attend the meeting tonight at 5PM at the Wataga fire station and express your concerns over this decision to get rid of BOB. The fire trustees have misappropriated somewhere around $700,000 dollars of tax money that is collected strictly for the ambulance service and spent it on new fire stations and fire trucks. Our two ambulances are to be replaced when they are 10 years old. We now have a 16 year old ambulance and an 11 year old rig. We were told that there was no money for a new ambulances while two new fire trucks and the new fire station in Oneida have been purchased since the last ambulance.. There is equipment that the Ambulance has requested (Power cots and 12 lead monitors that are very important for our patients) again we were told that there is no money for these purchases these items. Please attend this meeting and express your opinion on what this board is doing to our community ambulance. If you have any questions please call me at 309-368-0747 Please share with others that you feel would need to know what is going on.
Thank You
Pat Hennenfent"
Again, please plan to attend the meeting tonight if you can in order to decide for yourself what is going on. Thank you.
Attention Area Residents:
It has come to the Village of Altona's attention that tonight at 5:00 pm at the Wataga Fire Station, the Oneida-Wataga Fire Department will be having a meeting. The only item on the agenda will be an appointment of a new trustee to replace trustee Bob Hennenfent in which for whatever reason is not being reappointed to the seat.
Many of you in the area have probably heard the rumors about some of the trustees on the Oneida-Wataga fire department are trying to cancel the contract with the Altona-Oneida-Wataga Ambulance District, hence in effect, shutting it down. While there are many answers to many questions that have yet to be answered about this whole ordeal, it is apparent that anyone who is concerned about this issue should plan to show up at the meeting tonight to learn more about it or to ask questions in order for you to make up your own mind based on facts, and not just mere rumors.
The following email by Pat Hennenfent is being posted with permission in order to shed some light on this very important topic pertaining to the health and well being of the residents in our area communities......
"The fire trustees are meeting tonight to name the new trustee for the fire department. As many of you know they voted last meeting not to reappoint Bob Hennenfent. Paul Swanson the President of the board gave some very lame reasons for wanting Bob off the board. I believe that they want him off because he is the only one that wants to do things the legal and proper way. They are dead set to get rid of the ambulance service in my opinion. I have nothing against Blake Woodruff who will be nominated to replace Bob but the fact remains that we need Bob on this board. (The Fire trustees are also the Ambulance trustees along with the Altona Fire trustees). If you can please attend the meeting tonight at 5PM at the Wataga fire station and express your concerns over this decision to get rid of BOB. The fire trustees have misappropriated somewhere around $700,000 dollars of tax money that is collected strictly for the ambulance service and spent it on new fire stations and fire trucks. Our two ambulances are to be replaced when they are 10 years old. We now have a 16 year old ambulance and an 11 year old rig. We were told that there was no money for a new ambulances while two new fire trucks and the new fire station in Oneida have been purchased since the last ambulance.. There is equipment that the Ambulance has requested (Power cots and 12 lead monitors that are very important for our patients) again we were told that there is no money for these purchases these items. Please attend this meeting and express your opinion on what this board is doing to our community ambulance. If you have any questions please call me at 309-368-0747 Please share with others that you feel would need to know what is going on.
Thank You
Pat Hennenfent"
Again, please plan to attend the meeting tonight if you can in order to decide for yourself what is going on. Thank you.
Posted April 19th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Just a reminder that water bills are due tomorrow in Compton Accounting's office by the close of business day at 4:00 p.m. Please make every attempt to pay your bill to avoid the hassle of having your water shut off and avoiding the extra charges. Thank you to all for paying your bill on time.
Friday, May 4th will be the Annual Clean Up Day. Please have your unwanted items to the curb by 7:00 a.m. Please see the flyer for full details to what will and will not be allowed to be set out. This event only comes around once a year, so let's make every attempt to finally get rid of those items and clean up our properties. This year you will be able to get rid of any used tires that you may have laying around your properties as well. Some restrictions apply. You MUST be a Village resident, and you must take your tires to the TBA during open hours only, and the tires MUST be off the rim. Please see the flyer or call the TBA with any questions. Thank you.
Attention Village Residents:
Just a reminder that water bills are due tomorrow in Compton Accounting's office by the close of business day at 4:00 p.m. Please make every attempt to pay your bill to avoid the hassle of having your water shut off and avoiding the extra charges. Thank you to all for paying your bill on time.
Friday, May 4th will be the Annual Clean Up Day. Please have your unwanted items to the curb by 7:00 a.m. Please see the flyer for full details to what will and will not be allowed to be set out. This event only comes around once a year, so let's make every attempt to finally get rid of those items and clean up our properties. This year you will be able to get rid of any used tires that you may have laying around your properties as well. Some restrictions apply. You MUST be a Village resident, and you must take your tires to the TBA during open hours only, and the tires MUST be off the rim. Please see the flyer or call the TBA with any questions. Thank you.
Posted April 18th, 2018
Don't forget to have each family member vote daily for Altona, IL to help us win the $20,000 grant for the parks. Vote once per day, everyday until April 30th. Every votes counts. You could win a GoPro Hero5 camera for your efforts. Thank you for your efforts. www.meetmeatthepark.org/pages/index.php
Just a reminder that water bills are due by the close of business day (4:00 p.m.) on Friday, April 20th. For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payment. On time payments avoids, penalty charges and the hassel of having your water turned off. Thank you for your on time payment.
Don't forget to have each family member vote daily for Altona, IL to help us win the $20,000 grant for the parks. Vote once per day, everyday until April 30th. Every votes counts. You could win a GoPro Hero5 camera for your efforts. Thank you for your efforts. www.meetmeatthepark.org/pages/index.php
Just a reminder that water bills are due by the close of business day (4:00 p.m.) on Friday, April 20th. For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payment. On time payments avoids, penalty charges and the hassel of having your water turned off. Thank you for your on time payment.
Posted April 17th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Thank you for daily efforts of voting for Altona in the Meet Me At The Park compaign. The Village is trying to win a $20,000 grant to help us improve our parks. It only takes a few seconds and every member of your family can vote. Simply go www.meetmeatthepark.org/pages/index.php daily until the end of the month and vote for Altona, IL. You may win a GoPro Hero5 camera for your efforts.
Attention Village Residents:
Thank you for daily efforts of voting for Altona in the Meet Me At The Park compaign. The Village is trying to win a $20,000 grant to help us improve our parks. It only takes a few seconds and every member of your family can vote. Simply go www.meetmeatthepark.org/pages/index.php daily until the end of the month and vote for Altona, IL. You may win a GoPro Hero5 camera for your efforts.
Posted April 16th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Lots of reminders and items to be posted in the coming weeks. Please mark your calendars for those that apply to you.
1) Thank you to those who had chosen to write a letter to the Federal Railroad Administration and give your opinion on autonomous trains (aka - driverless trains - no person crews). This posses to be a series safety issue for the general public due to the amount of hazardous material that the railroad industry carries though out the country on a daily basis. If you haven't written a letter yet and would like to, simply click on the following link and it will take you to the FRA's comment page. Thank you.
www.regulations.gov/comment?D=FRA-2018-0027-0003
2) Remember to have each of your family members vote everyday to help the Village win the $20,000 grant to help us improve our parks. Click on www.meetmeatthepark.org/pages/index.php to vote. You could even win a GoPro Hero5 camera for your efforts. This competition is sponsored by the National Recreation and Parks Association, Disney, ABC and ESPN.
3) Tax day is tomorrow April 17th this year. Don't forget to mail in your taxes if you haven't done so yet. You don't want to get fined by the IRS.
4) Wednesday, April 18th: Worship with friends and have fun playing games from 1pm -3pm at the United Church.
5) As of this posting, Shelby Attaway has not found her cat. See the earlier posting for the description. Please contact her if it is found. It has been missing for about a week now.
6) For those residents who are raising chickens. It has been reported that a fox has been seen around the downtown area. Please be sure to lock them up. Fox's are sly creatures and will try and get your eggs, chickens or other small animals.
7) Friday, April 20th: Walnut Grove Retirees will be having their potluck luncheon at the United Church at 12 noon. See the flyer for details.
8) Friday, April 20th: Water Bills are DUE! Remember that paying on time avoids late fees and having your water turned off. There is a $50 reconnect fee on top of the amount owed if your water is turned off due to lack of payment. For your convenience, the village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payment.
9) Attention swimming pool owners: Just a reminder, as a courtesy the Village has a swimming pool fill program that allows you to avoid paying the sewer charges on your spring fill. This is only allowed once per year. To avoid the sewer charges of filling your pool, you MUST contact the Village employee PRIOR to filling your pool. The Village phone number is 484-6111. Jason will come and do a measurement before and after your pool is filled. Blow up pools do not meet the criteria for this sewer charge exemption. This exemption is for one fill only.
10) Sunday, April 22nd is Earth Day. Do something nice for the environment by either planting a tree, picking up any trash along your neighborhood or parks, or start recycling those items that can be recycled and take them to the recycling bin by the Village building.
11) The Village Clean Up Day will be Friday, May 4th. Please have your items to the curb by 7:00 a.m. Start going through your unwanted items and lets all do our part in keeping our town looking nice by getting rid of those items once and for all. Please see the flyers for full details. If you wish to dispose of tires, they must be off of the rims and taken to the TBA during business hours only, during the week of May 4th - May 10th. See Keith for details.
12) The Village-wide Yard Sale season kicks off on Saturday, May 5th. Go through your unwanted items and make some money. Good luck!
Attention Village Residents:
Lots of reminders and items to be posted in the coming weeks. Please mark your calendars for those that apply to you.
1) Thank you to those who had chosen to write a letter to the Federal Railroad Administration and give your opinion on autonomous trains (aka - driverless trains - no person crews). This posses to be a series safety issue for the general public due to the amount of hazardous material that the railroad industry carries though out the country on a daily basis. If you haven't written a letter yet and would like to, simply click on the following link and it will take you to the FRA's comment page. Thank you.
www.regulations.gov/comment?D=FRA-2018-0027-0003
2) Remember to have each of your family members vote everyday to help the Village win the $20,000 grant to help us improve our parks. Click on www.meetmeatthepark.org/pages/index.php to vote. You could even win a GoPro Hero5 camera for your efforts. This competition is sponsored by the National Recreation and Parks Association, Disney, ABC and ESPN.
3) Tax day is tomorrow April 17th this year. Don't forget to mail in your taxes if you haven't done so yet. You don't want to get fined by the IRS.
4) Wednesday, April 18th: Worship with friends and have fun playing games from 1pm -3pm at the United Church.
5) As of this posting, Shelby Attaway has not found her cat. See the earlier posting for the description. Please contact her if it is found. It has been missing for about a week now.
6) For those residents who are raising chickens. It has been reported that a fox has been seen around the downtown area. Please be sure to lock them up. Fox's are sly creatures and will try and get your eggs, chickens or other small animals.
7) Friday, April 20th: Walnut Grove Retirees will be having their potluck luncheon at the United Church at 12 noon. See the flyer for details.
8) Friday, April 20th: Water Bills are DUE! Remember that paying on time avoids late fees and having your water turned off. There is a $50 reconnect fee on top of the amount owed if your water is turned off due to lack of payment. For your convenience, the village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payment.
9) Attention swimming pool owners: Just a reminder, as a courtesy the Village has a swimming pool fill program that allows you to avoid paying the sewer charges on your spring fill. This is only allowed once per year. To avoid the sewer charges of filling your pool, you MUST contact the Village employee PRIOR to filling your pool. The Village phone number is 484-6111. Jason will come and do a measurement before and after your pool is filled. Blow up pools do not meet the criteria for this sewer charge exemption. This exemption is for one fill only.
10) Sunday, April 22nd is Earth Day. Do something nice for the environment by either planting a tree, picking up any trash along your neighborhood or parks, or start recycling those items that can be recycled and take them to the recycling bin by the Village building.
11) The Village Clean Up Day will be Friday, May 4th. Please have your items to the curb by 7:00 a.m. Start going through your unwanted items and lets all do our part in keeping our town looking nice by getting rid of those items once and for all. Please see the flyers for full details. If you wish to dispose of tires, they must be off of the rims and taken to the TBA during business hours only, during the week of May 4th - May 10th. See Keith for details.
12) The Village-wide Yard Sale season kicks off on Saturday, May 5th. Go through your unwanted items and make some money. Good luck!
Posted April 15th, 2018
Attention Village Residents: SPECIAL POSTING!
The Village Facebook page was created several years ago by a neighbor of mine to be used as a method to let residents know what was going on within our community. When he moved away he had given it to me, which I as a private citizen have turned it into a free newsletter for the Village to inform our residents of the various activities which are held in our town, such as Lions Club and fire department fundraisers, baseball sign-ups, and the like. Being the Village Board President, I have always tried to refrain from putting out my personal views on a topic because doing so could give the false impression that my views would also be the views of the Village Board of Trustees. However, I am going to break from this practice on this special posting because I think that it has grave consequences for the greater public interest, and that Facebook seems to be the venue (rightly or wrongly) were people seem to get their news. So my apologies in advance to anyone who thinks that this posting is inappropriate....
* The Federal Railroad Administration has released a request for information (RFI) about autonomous (aka self-driving/zero-person crew) trains.
"FRA requests information and comment on the future of automation in the railroad industry. FRA is interested in hearing from industry stakeholders, the public, local and State governments, and any other interested parties on the potential benefits, costs, risks, and challenges to implementing automated railroad operations. FRA also seeks comment on how the agency can best support the railroad industry's development and implementation of new and emerging technologies in automation that could lead to safety improvements or increased efficiencies in railroad operations."
As an elected official (and full disclosure a Locomotive Engineer/Conductor), I am absolutely OPPOSED to the idea of having nobody in the cab on trains. The railroad industry used to have five man crews, and have now reduced that number to two people in the cab. Both the Locomotive Engineer and Conductor are responsible for the safe hauling of products for the customer and to the public. The railroad industry hauls the nations goods and services whether it be the coal that powers your lights, to the Christmas gifts that you send via UPS; from the grain used to make your morning cereal, to the computer or smart phone that you are reading this posting on now. But the railroad industry also serves the hazardous material industry. The railroad industry ships hundreds of thousands of tons of chemicals, many of which can be deadly or cause an evacuation given an emergency situation on a daily basis. This is done safely because railroad employees are trained in the safe operation of hauling these chemicals. However, like with anything else, things can happen and Murphy's Law will move in.
In an emergency situation, the Conductor and Engineer are the first line of defense for the public for such an emergency. Among the many duties of the train crew, during an emergency situation the train is inspected to make sure that the train hasn't derailed for other trains to colide into creating a much bigger safety situation; notification to the dispatcher of any derailments and the commodities involved so that the fire departments can be notified ahead of time in order for them to make their plans enroute rather than doing an assessment when they arrive on the scene saving valuable time, which if need be means an earlier evacuation of the public for their safety should the situation warrant it. Having nobody in the cab of these trains would only delay this critical safety process and would only cause more harm to the general public.
Please click on the following link to express your views to the FRA. www.regulations.gov/comment?D=FRA-2018-0027-0003
Again my apologies to anyone who feels that this was an inappropriate venue to place this posting, as newsletters are not the place for personal views. However, due to the greater public safety ramifications that this issue could cause, I felt that it was appropriate. After all, you hear on the news where there are deaths and accidents involving driverless cars because the technology is so new, yet they want to have nobody in the cab of a train that hauls all of these hazardous chemicals? Thank you for clicking on the link and expressing your views to the FRA. While you are at it, contact your State and Federal elected officials and express your views on this topic as well. Your opinion to them DOES matter.
Thank you.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona, IL.
Attention Village Residents: SPECIAL POSTING!
The Village Facebook page was created several years ago by a neighbor of mine to be used as a method to let residents know what was going on within our community. When he moved away he had given it to me, which I as a private citizen have turned it into a free newsletter for the Village to inform our residents of the various activities which are held in our town, such as Lions Club and fire department fundraisers, baseball sign-ups, and the like. Being the Village Board President, I have always tried to refrain from putting out my personal views on a topic because doing so could give the false impression that my views would also be the views of the Village Board of Trustees. However, I am going to break from this practice on this special posting because I think that it has grave consequences for the greater public interest, and that Facebook seems to be the venue (rightly or wrongly) were people seem to get their news. So my apologies in advance to anyone who thinks that this posting is inappropriate....
* The Federal Railroad Administration has released a request for information (RFI) about autonomous (aka self-driving/zero-person crew) trains.
"FRA requests information and comment on the future of automation in the railroad industry. FRA is interested in hearing from industry stakeholders, the public, local and State governments, and any other interested parties on the potential benefits, costs, risks, and challenges to implementing automated railroad operations. FRA also seeks comment on how the agency can best support the railroad industry's development and implementation of new and emerging technologies in automation that could lead to safety improvements or increased efficiencies in railroad operations."
As an elected official (and full disclosure a Locomotive Engineer/Conductor), I am absolutely OPPOSED to the idea of having nobody in the cab on trains. The railroad industry used to have five man crews, and have now reduced that number to two people in the cab. Both the Locomotive Engineer and Conductor are responsible for the safe hauling of products for the customer and to the public. The railroad industry hauls the nations goods and services whether it be the coal that powers your lights, to the Christmas gifts that you send via UPS; from the grain used to make your morning cereal, to the computer or smart phone that you are reading this posting on now. But the railroad industry also serves the hazardous material industry. The railroad industry ships hundreds of thousands of tons of chemicals, many of which can be deadly or cause an evacuation given an emergency situation on a daily basis. This is done safely because railroad employees are trained in the safe operation of hauling these chemicals. However, like with anything else, things can happen and Murphy's Law will move in.
In an emergency situation, the Conductor and Engineer are the first line of defense for the public for such an emergency. Among the many duties of the train crew, during an emergency situation the train is inspected to make sure that the train hasn't derailed for other trains to colide into creating a much bigger safety situation; notification to the dispatcher of any derailments and the commodities involved so that the fire departments can be notified ahead of time in order for them to make their plans enroute rather than doing an assessment when they arrive on the scene saving valuable time, which if need be means an earlier evacuation of the public for their safety should the situation warrant it. Having nobody in the cab of these trains would only delay this critical safety process and would only cause more harm to the general public.
Please click on the following link to express your views to the FRA. www.regulations.gov/comment?D=FRA-2018-0027-0003
Again my apologies to anyone who feels that this was an inappropriate venue to place this posting, as newsletters are not the place for personal views. However, due to the greater public safety ramifications that this issue could cause, I felt that it was appropriate. After all, you hear on the news where there are deaths and accidents involving driverless cars because the technology is so new, yet they want to have nobody in the cab of a train that hauls all of these hazardous chemicals? Thank you for clicking on the link and expressing your views to the FRA. While you are at it, contact your State and Federal elected officials and express your views on this topic as well. Your opinion to them DOES matter.
Thank you.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona, IL.
Posted April 14th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
One of our residents (Shelby Attaway, 103 Johnson-Pyle Dr.) has her cat missing. He has been missing for about three days now. She would appreciate it if someone would return it if found. He is a long haired orange cat and his name is Louie. His front feet are declawed. He is three years old, shy, and will run if chased. He is also microchipped. Please see photo below.
If you see him and can not catch him, please contact the Knox County Sheriff's Department - Animal Control Division at 309-345-3735. The Knox County Sheriff's Department has handled all Animal Control complaints for the Village for the past five years or so.
Thank you for helping out one of our own.
Attention Village Residents:
One of our residents (Shelby Attaway, 103 Johnson-Pyle Dr.) has her cat missing. He has been missing for about three days now. She would appreciate it if someone would return it if found. He is a long haired orange cat and his name is Louie. His front feet are declawed. He is three years old, shy, and will run if chased. He is also microchipped. Please see photo below.
If you see him and can not catch him, please contact the Knox County Sheriff's Department - Animal Control Division at 309-345-3735. The Knox County Sheriff's Department has handled all Animal Control complaints for the Village for the past five years or so.
Thank you for helping out one of our own.
Posted April 14th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
On behalf of the Village of Altona Board of Trustees, I want to thank you for your efforts so far by having each of your family members vote DAILY for Altona in order for us to win the $20,000 grant for improvements to our parks. It is this community spirit and support that makes our town a great place to live in. By continuing to vote daily, you also may win a GoPro Hero5 camera, so please keep up with your daily voting. You only need to do this until the end of the month.
For those who are interested in helping the Village with our fundraising, there is a special account set up at Anderson State Bank in Oneida. Park equipment is very expensive. Our parks have been neglected for some time now, and it is time to make these needed improvements.
Thank you again for your continued efforts. Again, please have each member of your family vote daily at www.meetmeatthepark.org
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Attention Area Residents:
On behalf of the Village of Altona Board of Trustees, I want to thank you for your efforts so far by having each of your family members vote DAILY for Altona in order for us to win the $20,000 grant for improvements to our parks. It is this community spirit and support that makes our town a great place to live in. By continuing to vote daily, you also may win a GoPro Hero5 camera, so please keep up with your daily voting. You only need to do this until the end of the month.
For those who are interested in helping the Village with our fundraising, there is a special account set up at Anderson State Bank in Oneida. Park equipment is very expensive. Our parks have been neglected for some time now, and it is time to make these needed improvements.
Thank you again for your continued efforts. Again, please have each member of your family vote daily at www.meetmeatthepark.org
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Posted April 13th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Today may be Friday the 13th, but it doesn't have to be a day to be pessimistic or supersticious -instead you can be optimistic. How you may ask? Simply go to www.meetmeatthepark.org and vote for Altona, IL to win the $20,000 grant to help us make needed park improvements. Each member in your family can vote daily. You may also win a GoPro Hero5 camera for your efforts. This promotion is being sponsored by the National Recreation and Park Association, Disney, ABC and ESPN. Thank you for your help in this effort.
www.meetmeatthepark.org
Posted April 12th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Would you like to win a GoPro Hero5 camera? Would you like to help your community as well? Well you can do both with one simple step. All you have to do is enter daily in the Meet Me At The Park competition and vote for Altona, Illinois. The winning community will receive a $20,000 grant for upgrades to their parks system. This grant is sponsored by the National Recreation and Park Association, Disney, ABC and ESPN in celebration of Earth Month. Be sure to enter daily for both you and the Village of Altona to win. Thank you.
meetmeatthepark.org.
Attention Area Residents:
Would you like to win a GoPro Hero5 camera? Would you like to help your community as well? Well you can do both with one simple step. All you have to do is enter daily in the Meet Me At The Park competition and vote for Altona, Illinois. The winning community will receive a $20,000 grant for upgrades to their parks system. This grant is sponsored by the National Recreation and Park Association, Disney, ABC and ESPN in celebration of Earth Month. Be sure to enter daily for both you and the Village of Altona to win. Thank you.
meetmeatthepark.org.
Posted April 10th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Don't forget to vote for Altona daily to help us win the $20,000 grant to upgrade our parks. Also, start going through all of your unwanted items for either the annual clean up day which will be held Friday, May 4th (see flyer for full details), or for the annual Village-wide yard sale weekend which will be the first weekend in May. Let's all do our part and clean up our properties once and for all. Thank you.
Attention Village Residents:
Don't forget to vote for Altona daily to help us win the $20,000 grant to upgrade our parks. Also, start going through all of your unwanted items for either the annual clean up day which will be held Friday, May 4th (see flyer for full details), or for the annual Village-wide yard sale weekend which will be the first weekend in May. Let's all do our part and clean up our properties once and for all. Thank you.
Posted April 9th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is wanting your opinion on autonomous trains. Yes, you read that correctly, autonomous - meaning self run trains with nobody in the cab.
The following is an exert from a statement from the FRA. Please take the time to click on the link and voice your opinion in the matter. I have also enclosed my personal letter to the FRA as well for your reading. Railroading is a safety sensitive industry. As a railroader, we are professionals in this industry, and we are concerned about public safety and take pride in operating our trains safely and efficiently across the road. The last thing that we want to do is jeopardize the public with a hazmat situation. The public has no idea as to what and the quantities of hazmat material the industry hauls. It is vitally important that we keep the hauling of this material safe as it goes through our towns. Autonomous trains will not add to this safety. Please take the time to contact the Federal Railroad Administration with your opinions.
Thank you.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona, IL.
The Federal Railroad Administration has released a request for information (RFI) about autonomous (aka self-driving/zero-person crew) trains.
"FRA requests information and comment on the future of automation in the railroad industry. FRA is interested in hearing from industry stakeholders, the public, local and State governments, and any other interested parties on the potential benefits, costs, risks, and challenges to implementing automated railroad operations. FRA also seeks comment on how the agency can best support the railroad industry's development and implementation of new and emerging technologies in automation that could lead to safety improvements or increased efficiencies in railroad operations."
It only takes a minute. Click on the the link below and tell the FRA why you think autonomous trains are WRONG! Then, forward the link to your family and friends and encourage them to do the same. The deadline to submit comments is Monday, May 7th.
https://www.regulations.gov/comment?D=FRA-2018-0027-0003
Dear Federal Railroad Administration,
My name is Derrick R. Appell, and I am a Locomotive Engineer and Conductor for BNSF Railway, as well as the Village Board President for the Village of Altona, IL. I am writing to you today and request that you do NOT allow the use of autonomous trains to operate within the United States.
The railroad industry always strives for safe hauling of product for its customers as well as for the general public. Derailments not only disrupts the service of each carrier and their customers, but they can have grave consequences for the general public. The train crew is the first line of defence in defending the general public. When a train goes into emergency, the conductor is the first one on the scene to inspect the problem. In a hazmat situation, he is the one who relays the conditions on the ground to the engineer who then relays a detailed situation to the dispatcher who can summons help from the local fire departments.
Allowing autonomous trains to operate in this country will do nothing but cause potential harm to the general public. There will be no one to immediately investigate and make the call for help. The railroad industry hauls some very nasty hazardous material. If left unchecked or not addressed to in a quick manner, it can have devastating harm to the public.
Besides the obvious hazardous material implications that autonomous trains could have on the public, the other issue that railroaders are opposed to would be the loss of jobs, good paying jobs in this country. The allowance of autonomous trains would mean massive layoffs that our countries economy just simply can not afford. The railroad industry needs people working to pay into the railroad retirement system to not only pay for those already retired and their spouses, but for the current worker to have a nice pension as well.
For the sake of public safety and for the overall economic benefit to our country, please rule to oppose and NOT allow the use of automated trains in this country.
Thank you.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona, IL
Attention Area Residents:
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is wanting your opinion on autonomous trains. Yes, you read that correctly, autonomous - meaning self run trains with nobody in the cab.
The following is an exert from a statement from the FRA. Please take the time to click on the link and voice your opinion in the matter. I have also enclosed my personal letter to the FRA as well for your reading. Railroading is a safety sensitive industry. As a railroader, we are professionals in this industry, and we are concerned about public safety and take pride in operating our trains safely and efficiently across the road. The last thing that we want to do is jeopardize the public with a hazmat situation. The public has no idea as to what and the quantities of hazmat material the industry hauls. It is vitally important that we keep the hauling of this material safe as it goes through our towns. Autonomous trains will not add to this safety. Please take the time to contact the Federal Railroad Administration with your opinions.
Thank you.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona, IL.
The Federal Railroad Administration has released a request for information (RFI) about autonomous (aka self-driving/zero-person crew) trains.
"FRA requests information and comment on the future of automation in the railroad industry. FRA is interested in hearing from industry stakeholders, the public, local and State governments, and any other interested parties on the potential benefits, costs, risks, and challenges to implementing automated railroad operations. FRA also seeks comment on how the agency can best support the railroad industry's development and implementation of new and emerging technologies in automation that could lead to safety improvements or increased efficiencies in railroad operations."
It only takes a minute. Click on the the link below and tell the FRA why you think autonomous trains are WRONG! Then, forward the link to your family and friends and encourage them to do the same. The deadline to submit comments is Monday, May 7th.
https://www.regulations.gov/comment?D=FRA-2018-0027-0003
Dear Federal Railroad Administration,
My name is Derrick R. Appell, and I am a Locomotive Engineer and Conductor for BNSF Railway, as well as the Village Board President for the Village of Altona, IL. I am writing to you today and request that you do NOT allow the use of autonomous trains to operate within the United States.
The railroad industry always strives for safe hauling of product for its customers as well as for the general public. Derailments not only disrupts the service of each carrier and their customers, but they can have grave consequences for the general public. The train crew is the first line of defence in defending the general public. When a train goes into emergency, the conductor is the first one on the scene to inspect the problem. In a hazmat situation, he is the one who relays the conditions on the ground to the engineer who then relays a detailed situation to the dispatcher who can summons help from the local fire departments.
Allowing autonomous trains to operate in this country will do nothing but cause potential harm to the general public. There will be no one to immediately investigate and make the call for help. The railroad industry hauls some very nasty hazardous material. If left unchecked or not addressed to in a quick manner, it can have devastating harm to the public.
Besides the obvious hazardous material implications that autonomous trains could have on the public, the other issue that railroaders are opposed to would be the loss of jobs, good paying jobs in this country. The allowance of autonomous trains would mean massive layoffs that our countries economy just simply can not afford. The railroad industry needs people working to pay into the railroad retirement system to not only pay for those already retired and their spouses, but for the current worker to have a nice pension as well.
For the sake of public safety and for the overall economic benefit to our country, please rule to oppose and NOT allow the use of automated trains in this country.
Thank you.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona, IL
Posted April 9th, 2018
Attention Area Residents: Don't forget to have every member of your family vote once daily for the Village of Altona in our attempt to win a $20,000 grant to help us upgrade our parks. Your help is greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Attention Area Residents: Don't forget to have every member of your family vote once daily for the Village of Altona in our attempt to win a $20,000 grant to help us upgrade our parks. Your help is greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Posted April 8th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement. Please drive carefuly.
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Attention Village Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement. Please drive carefuly.
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Posted April 8th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Even though old man winter hasn't given up on his season, the calendar said that the first day of spring was March 20th. As the montly calendar and season changes, so must we. With spring comes the Annual Spring Clean Up Day and the Annual Village-wide Yard Sale Weekend. The Spring Clean Up will be a week earlier this year.
Traditionally the first Saturday in May was the Village-wide Yard Sale weekend with the Spring Clean Up Day held the following week to allow for you to make some money first on your unwanted items before setting them out to the curb. But we must work with our garbage contractor on the Clean Up Day. The kickoff to the Village-wide yard sale weekend will still be the first weekend in May, however, the Spring Clean Up Day will be Friday, May 4th this year. Please see flyer for full details. Also this year, in an effort to help you dispose of those items that are no longer accepted in the landfill, the Village will be collecting those electronic items. There will be a container at the Village building to place them in. Please read that flyer as well.
Please take full advantage of these opportunities to clean up our properties once and for all. Let's all take pride in our properties and make it a goal to have the best looking town in the R.O.W.V.A. School District as well in our neighborhoods.
Thank you.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Attention Village Residents:
Even though old man winter hasn't given up on his season, the calendar said that the first day of spring was March 20th. As the montly calendar and season changes, so must we. With spring comes the Annual Spring Clean Up Day and the Annual Village-wide Yard Sale Weekend. The Spring Clean Up will be a week earlier this year.
Traditionally the first Saturday in May was the Village-wide Yard Sale weekend with the Spring Clean Up Day held the following week to allow for you to make some money first on your unwanted items before setting them out to the curb. But we must work with our garbage contractor on the Clean Up Day. The kickoff to the Village-wide yard sale weekend will still be the first weekend in May, however, the Spring Clean Up Day will be Friday, May 4th this year. Please see flyer for full details. Also this year, in an effort to help you dispose of those items that are no longer accepted in the landfill, the Village will be collecting those electronic items. There will be a container at the Village building to place them in. Please read that flyer as well.
Please take full advantage of these opportunities to clean up our properties once and for all. Let's all take pride in our properties and make it a goal to have the best looking town in the R.O.W.V.A. School District as well in our neighborhoods.
Thank you.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Posted April 8th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
When you were a kid, did you sit around and play with electronics all day or did you go outside and play? Spending time playing in the outdoors not only helps stimulate a child's mind, it is also good exercise too. What better way to help in both endeavors than by investing in our parks. The Village of Altona is trying to acquire a $20,000 grant to help us raise funds to do just this. You can help by voting for us daily at www.meetmeatthepark.org/pages/index.php. By doing so you may also win a GoPro Hero5 camera. So go ahead, click on the link now and vote. Village thanks you for your help with this.
Did you know that you can also help the Village raise funds through donations? The Village of Altona has set up a special fund at Anderson State Bank for people or businesses who would like to donate money to help us achieve our goal of redoing our parks quicker. Thank you for your consideration.
Attention Area Residents:
When you were a kid, did you sit around and play with electronics all day or did you go outside and play? Spending time playing in the outdoors not only helps stimulate a child's mind, it is also good exercise too. What better way to help in both endeavors than by investing in our parks. The Village of Altona is trying to acquire a $20,000 grant to help us raise funds to do just this. You can help by voting for us daily at www.meetmeatthepark.org/pages/index.php. By doing so you may also win a GoPro Hero5 camera. So go ahead, click on the link now and vote. Village thanks you for your help with this.
Did you know that you can also help the Village raise funds through donations? The Village of Altona has set up a special fund at Anderson State Bank for people or businesses who would like to donate money to help us achieve our goal of redoing our parks quicker. Thank you for your consideration.
Posted April 7th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Would you like to win a GoPro Hero5 camera?
The Village of Altona is asking for your help. The Village is raising funds for new park equipment for our parks. Park equipment is very expensive. We are attempting to win a $20,000 grant from the 'Meet Me at the Park' campaign to help with our fundraising. Meet Me at the Park is sponsored by the National Recreational and Park Association, Disney, ABC and ESPN. You could help us by going to the following website and voting daily for the Village of Altona. You may only vote once per day. The website is: www.meetmeatthepark.org/pages/index.php
The Village's Park committee would like to hear your ideas on what type of improvements you would like to see done to our parks as well. Please contact Village Trustees Nick Morris, Keith Holland, or by visiting our Parks Facebook page: www.facebook.com/altonaparks/
Thank you in advance for helping us, and good luck in winning the GoPro Hero5 camera. Remember, you can only vote once per day. Voting is taking place now and will run through April 30th.
Attention Area Residents:
Would you like to win a GoPro Hero5 camera?
The Village of Altona is asking for your help. The Village is raising funds for new park equipment for our parks. Park equipment is very expensive. We are attempting to win a $20,000 grant from the 'Meet Me at the Park' campaign to help with our fundraising. Meet Me at the Park is sponsored by the National Recreational and Park Association, Disney, ABC and ESPN. You could help us by going to the following website and voting daily for the Village of Altona. You may only vote once per day. The website is: www.meetmeatthepark.org/pages/index.php
The Village's Park committee would like to hear your ideas on what type of improvements you would like to see done to our parks as well. Please contact Village Trustees Nick Morris, Keith Holland, or by visiting our Parks Facebook page: www.facebook.com/altonaparks/
Thank you in advance for helping us, and good luck in winning the GoPro Hero5 camera. Remember, you can only vote once per day. Voting is taking place now and will run through April 30th.
Posted April 2nd. 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Looking for something to do? Make some new friends or just wanting to pass the time away? Then come on over to the United Church on Wednessday's for a couple of hours of fun and friendship. See flyer for details.
Attention Area Residents:
Looking for something to do? Make some new friends or just wanting to pass the time away? Then come on over to the United Church on Wednessday's for a couple of hours of fun and friendship. See flyer for details.
Posted April 1st, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Happy Easter! Today is Easter, and it is also April Fool's Day, but this ain't no foolin' around, for Christian's believe that the Lord has RISEN today!
Here are the times for the various church services today held within the Village of Altona...
Bethany Baptist Church: Breakfast and Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. and Worship Service at 10:45 a.m.
Immanuael Lutheran Church: Sunrise Service 8 a.m. and Worship Service at 10:15 a.m.
United Methodist Church: Breakfast and Sonrise Service at 8 a.m. and Worship service at 10:30 a.m.
As you gather with family and friends to celebrate today's holiday, let us all remember what the true meaning of today brings. If you decide to celebrate with alcohol, please do not drink and drive. Choose a designated driver.
Attention Area Residents:
Happy Easter! Today is Easter, and it is also April Fool's Day, but this ain't no foolin' around, for Christian's believe that the Lord has RISEN today!
Here are the times for the various church services today held within the Village of Altona...
Bethany Baptist Church: Breakfast and Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. and Worship Service at 10:45 a.m.
Immanuael Lutheran Church: Sunrise Service 8 a.m. and Worship Service at 10:15 a.m.
United Methodist Church: Breakfast and Sonrise Service at 8 a.m. and Worship service at 10:30 a.m.
As you gather with family and friends to celebrate today's holiday, let us all remember what the true meaning of today brings. If you decide to celebrate with alcohol, please do not drink and drive. Choose a designated driver.
Posted March 31st, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Thank you to all who had brought their children out for the annual Easter egg hunt. A fun time was had by all. Here are some pictures of the day's event.
Attention Area Residents:
Thank you to all who had brought their children out for the annual Easter egg hunt. A fun time was had by all. Here are some pictures of the day's event.
Posted March 31st, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Just a last reminder of today's events which will be happening today in the Village. This morning from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m., the Altona Lions Club will be having a Pancake & Sausage Breakfast fundraiser which will be held at the United Church. Funds raised supports all of their various projects within our community. Thank you for supporting our Altona Lions Club.
Today at 1 p.m. SHARP, rain or shine, will be the Annual Easter Egg Hunt! The hunt will be held at Johnson-Pyle park located behind the gas station. You don't want to be late or you'll miss the event. If it were to rain, please report to the library to receive your candy and your free book.
Thank you to the Altona Lions Club, the Ransom Memorial Public Library Board of Trustees, and the Walnut Grove Retirees for making this annual event possible.
Attention Area Residents:
Just a last reminder of today's events which will be happening today in the Village. This morning from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m., the Altona Lions Club will be having a Pancake & Sausage Breakfast fundraiser which will be held at the United Church. Funds raised supports all of their various projects within our community. Thank you for supporting our Altona Lions Club.
Today at 1 p.m. SHARP, rain or shine, will be the Annual Easter Egg Hunt! The hunt will be held at Johnson-Pyle park located behind the gas station. You don't want to be late or you'll miss the event. If it were to rain, please report to the library to receive your candy and your free book.
Thank you to the Altona Lions Club, the Ransom Memorial Public Library Board of Trustees, and the Walnut Grove Retirees for making this annual event possible.
Posted March 30th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Happy Good Friday! Just a reminder that this is Easter weekend. Please contact your local house of worship for all of the Easter service worship times.
Don't forget that tomorrow, Saturday, March 31st will be the Altona Lion's Club Pancake & Sausage Breakfast which will be held at the United Church from 7 a.m. - 10 a.m.. Thank you for supporting our Altona Lion's Club. It is fundraisers like these that help support all of their projects within our community.
Calling all kids! Tomorrow, Saturday, March 31st at 1 pm sharp, will be the annual Easter Egg Hunt. This event was rescheduled from last weeks poor weather. It will be held rain or shine. If it is raining, please report to the library for your candy and free book.
A special thank you goes out to the Altona Lion's Club, the Ransom Memorial Public Library Board, and the Walnut Grove Retirees for helping to put this annual Easter egg hunt together. It is a special time for families to get together.
Attention Area Residents:
Happy Good Friday! Just a reminder that this is Easter weekend. Please contact your local house of worship for all of the Easter service worship times.
Don't forget that tomorrow, Saturday, March 31st will be the Altona Lion's Club Pancake & Sausage Breakfast which will be held at the United Church from 7 a.m. - 10 a.m.. Thank you for supporting our Altona Lion's Club. It is fundraisers like these that help support all of their projects within our community.
Calling all kids! Tomorrow, Saturday, March 31st at 1 pm sharp, will be the annual Easter Egg Hunt. This event was rescheduled from last weeks poor weather. It will be held rain or shine. If it is raining, please report to the library for your candy and free book.
A special thank you goes out to the Altona Lion's Club, the Ransom Memorial Public Library Board, and the Walnut Grove Retirees for helping to put this annual Easter egg hunt together. It is a special time for families to get together.
Posted March 29th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Don't forget that the Annual Easter Egg Hunt will be this Saturday, March 31st at 1:00 pm SHARP! Rain or Shine. If it is raining, please report to the Ransom Memorial Public Library for your candy and book. Please see the flyer for full details.
Attention Area Residents:
Don't forget that the Annual Easter Egg Hunt will be this Saturday, March 31st at 1:00 pm SHARP! Rain or Shine. If it is raining, please report to the Ransom Memorial Public Library for your candy and book. Please see the flyer for full details.
Posted March 27th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Don't forget that the Altona Lions Club will be having their Pancake & Sausage Breakfast this Saturday, March 31st from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. held at the United Church.
Also on Saturday will be the Annual Easter Egg Hunt at 1 p.m. SHARP, which will be held in Johnson-Pyle Park, located behind the gas station. Don't Be Late! The Easter egg hunt doesn't last very long as the kids are quick to pick up the eggs and candy. It is always fun to watch the kids, so plan on coming early.
Thank you to the Ransom Memorial Public Library board, and to the Altona Lions Club for sponsoring this annual event, and THANK YOU to the Walnut Grove Retirees for stuffing the Easter eggs and bags in order to help put this event together.
Attention Area Residents:
Don't forget that the Altona Lions Club will be having their Pancake & Sausage Breakfast this Saturday, March 31st from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. held at the United Church.
Also on Saturday will be the Annual Easter Egg Hunt at 1 p.m. SHARP, which will be held in Johnson-Pyle Park, located behind the gas station. Don't Be Late! The Easter egg hunt doesn't last very long as the kids are quick to pick up the eggs and candy. It is always fun to watch the kids, so plan on coming early.
Thank you to the Ransom Memorial Public Library board, and to the Altona Lions Club for sponsoring this annual event, and THANK YOU to the Walnut Grove Retirees for stuffing the Easter eggs and bags in order to help put this event together.
Posted March 24th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has updated its Winter Weather Advisory. Please click on the following link for full details. Please drive carefully as the roads are very slick. The Knox County Sheriff's Department has been busy all day with numerous accidents.
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has updated its Winter Weather Advisory. Please click on the following link for full details. Please drive carefully as the roads are very slick. The Knox County Sheriff's Department has been busy all day with numerous accidents.
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Posted March 24th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Just a reminder that today's annual Easter Egg Hunt has been postponed due to weather until next Saturday, March 31st at 1:00 p.m.
The National Weather Service's Winter Advisory is still in effect until 7 PM tonight. Please drive carefully. A Snow Emergency will be issued should snowfall reaches three inches (3") or greater in order for the Village to expidite the removel of the snow off the streets. During a Snow Emergency, residents are requirred to remove all vehicles from the streets.
Please mark your calendars to attend next week's Altona Lions Club Pancake & Sausage Breakfast, which will be from 7 A.M. to 10 A.M. at the United Church. Thank you for supporting our local Lions Club. It is through fundraisers such as this which helps them fund their community projects.
Attention Area Residents:
Just a reminder that today's annual Easter Egg Hunt has been postponed due to weather until next Saturday, March 31st at 1:00 p.m.
The National Weather Service's Winter Advisory is still in effect until 7 PM tonight. Please drive carefully. A Snow Emergency will be issued should snowfall reaches three inches (3") or greater in order for the Village to expidite the removel of the snow off the streets. During a Snow Emergency, residents are requirred to remove all vehicles from the streets.
Please mark your calendars to attend next week's Altona Lions Club Pancake & Sausage Breakfast, which will be from 7 A.M. to 10 A.M. at the United Church. Thank you for supporting our local Lions Club. It is through fundraisers such as this which helps them fund their community projects.
Posted March 23rd, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory from 7:00 p.m. this evening until 4:00 p.m. tomorrow afternoon. 1-3" of wet snow and mixed precipitation are expected. Please click on the following link for further details.
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory from 7:00 p.m. this evening until 4:00 p.m. tomorrow afternoon. 1-3" of wet snow and mixed precipitation are expected. Please click on the following link for further details.
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Posted March 23rd, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Due to the impending storm, the Annual Easter Egg Hunt has been postponed until next Saturday March 31st at 1:00 p.m. sharp! Drive carefully this weekend if you happen to be out in it.
Attention Area Residents:
Due to the impending storm, the Annual Easter Egg Hunt has been postponed until next Saturday March 31st at 1:00 p.m. sharp! Drive carefully this weekend if you happen to be out in it.
Posted March 23rd, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Today is Friday the 23rd, or should we say FRY DAY - why? Because today is the LAST day of the United Church's Fish Fry from 5 pm to 7 pm. It is also the last day of the $5.00 fish special at Champ's Chicken, located inside of the Hometown Express gas station. Both of which promises to be full of flavor. If you haven't caught either of these deals, try and net them today or they'll swim away until next year. Thank you for supporting Altona's churches and businesses.
Attention Area Residents:
Today is Friday the 23rd, or should we say FRY DAY - why? Because today is the LAST day of the United Church's Fish Fry from 5 pm to 7 pm. It is also the last day of the $5.00 fish special at Champ's Chicken, located inside of the Hometown Express gas station. Both of which promises to be full of flavor. If you haven't caught either of these deals, try and net them today or they'll swim away until next year. Thank you for supporting Altona's churches and businesses.
Posted March 22nd, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The weather forecast is predicting one to three inches of wet snow for Saturday. The library is watching the forecast to see if it will indeed resonate and postpone the Easter Egg Hunt until next Saturday, March 31st. Please monitor the Ransom Memorial Public Library's Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/AltonaPublicLibrary/) as well as the Village of Altona website and Facebook page for the latest details for this event.
Attention Area Residents:
The weather forecast is predicting one to three inches of wet snow for Saturday. The library is watching the forecast to see if it will indeed resonate and postpone the Easter Egg Hunt until next Saturday, March 31st. Please monitor the Ransom Memorial Public Library's Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/AltonaPublicLibrary/) as well as the Village of Altona website and Facebook page for the latest details for this event.
Posted March 21st, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Mark your calendars, because some fun annual events are just around the corner.....
But first - Do you like to eat fish, but don't want to wait until Friday's to eat? Champs Chicken (located within our very own Hometown Express) offers some real tasty fish and other foods as well. Stop in today!
1) Friday, March 23rd: 8th Annual Fish Fry held at the United Methodist Church from 5 pm to 7 pm. This will be the last Fish Fry during Lent. Please come out if you haven't been yet. See flyer for details.
2) Saturday, March 24th: Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the Altona Lions Club and the Ransom Memorial Public Library. All children up to 7th grade are welcome. The event will take place at Johnson-Pyle Park, located behind the gas station at 1:00 P.M. SHARP! - DON'T BE LATE! Please read the flyer for full details. Rain date will be March 31st.
3) Saturday, March 31st: Altona Lions Club Pancakes & Sausage Breakfast from 7:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. at the United Methodist Church. Please come out and support the Altona Lions Club. These fundraisers are what help the Lions Club support their projects in our community.
Attention Area Residents:
Mark your calendars, because some fun annual events are just around the corner.....
But first - Do you like to eat fish, but don't want to wait until Friday's to eat? Champs Chicken (located within our very own Hometown Express) offers some real tasty fish and other foods as well. Stop in today!
1) Friday, March 23rd: 8th Annual Fish Fry held at the United Methodist Church from 5 pm to 7 pm. This will be the last Fish Fry during Lent. Please come out if you haven't been yet. See flyer for details.
2) Saturday, March 24th: Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the Altona Lions Club and the Ransom Memorial Public Library. All children up to 7th grade are welcome. The event will take place at Johnson-Pyle Park, located behind the gas station at 1:00 P.M. SHARP! - DON'T BE LATE! Please read the flyer for full details. Rain date will be March 31st.
3) Saturday, March 31st: Altona Lions Club Pancakes & Sausage Breakfast from 7:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. at the United Methodist Church. Please come out and support the Altona Lions Club. These fundraisers are what help the Lions Club support their projects in our community.
Posted March 20th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
A couple of reminders of today's events.....
Today is Election Day for the Illinois Primary. This is the election that will determine who will be on the fall ballot for Illinois Govenor, Attorney General as well as other races. Polls are now open. The Walnut Grove Township Precinct is located at 302 S. Depot street inside the Village Municipal Building in the Board Room. Polls are open today from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Water bills are also DUE TODAY! Any account which is not paid by the close of business day at 4:00 p.m. will be placed in delinquent status and subject to being turned off. Please make every attempt to keep your account current and avoid the hassles of having your service interrupted. For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payment.
Today is also the first day of spring. Time to start thinking about cleaning up our properties and planning those outdoor property improvement projects. Let's all strive to have the best looking home on our blocks and make our community the BEST looking town within the ROWVA school district.
Attention Village Residents:
A couple of reminders of today's events.....
Today is Election Day for the Illinois Primary. This is the election that will determine who will be on the fall ballot for Illinois Govenor, Attorney General as well as other races. Polls are now open. The Walnut Grove Township Precinct is located at 302 S. Depot street inside the Village Municipal Building in the Board Room. Polls are open today from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Water bills are also DUE TODAY! Any account which is not paid by the close of business day at 4:00 p.m. will be placed in delinquent status and subject to being turned off. Please make every attempt to keep your account current and avoid the hassles of having your service interrupted. For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payment.
Today is also the first day of spring. Time to start thinking about cleaning up our properties and planning those outdoor property improvement projects. Let's all strive to have the best looking home on our blocks and make our community the BEST looking town within the ROWVA school district.
Posted March 19th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Just a couple of reminders.....
Tonight - March 19th: Spring Painting Class at the Ransom Memorial Public Library at 6:00 p.m. for those who had signed up. The class is full. If for some reason you are not going to be able to attend, please cancel early because there are a couple of people on a waiting list who would like to fill your spot. Please contact Donna at the library at 484-6193.
Tomorrow - Tuesday, March 20th: Water Bills are DUE by 4:00 p.m. at Compton Accounting. Paying your bill on time avoids the hassle of having your water shut off and the additional $50 reconnection fee. For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check. You may drop off your payment in the mail slot in the front door in an envelope. Just write "Altona water bill" on it. Thank you.
Tomorrow - Tuesday, March 20th: Illinois Primary Election Day! The Poll for the Walnut Grove Township is located in the Municipal Building's board room at 302 S. Depot St. Polls are open from 6:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M.
Attention Village Residents:
Just a couple of reminders.....
Tonight - March 19th: Spring Painting Class at the Ransom Memorial Public Library at 6:00 p.m. for those who had signed up. The class is full. If for some reason you are not going to be able to attend, please cancel early because there are a couple of people on a waiting list who would like to fill your spot. Please contact Donna at the library at 484-6193.
Tomorrow - Tuesday, March 20th: Water Bills are DUE by 4:00 p.m. at Compton Accounting. Paying your bill on time avoids the hassle of having your water shut off and the additional $50 reconnection fee. For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check. You may drop off your payment in the mail slot in the front door in an envelope. Just write "Altona water bill" on it. Thank you.
Tomorrow - Tuesday, March 20th: Illinois Primary Election Day! The Poll for the Walnut Grove Township is located in the Municipal Building's board room at 302 S. Depot St. Polls are open from 6:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M.
Posted March 18th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
The following is a list of events which are happening in the Village this week. Please mark your calendars for those which apply to you.
1) Lent Services: Please check with your house of worship for times.
2) Monday, March 19th: Spring Painting Class at the Ransom Memorial Public Library at 6 p.m. This class is now full. Thank you to those who had signed up to participate.
3) Tuesday, March 20th: WATER BILLS ARE DUE! Thank you to those who have already paid. You may deposit your water bill in the front door mail slot at Compton Accounting during after business hours. For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check.
4) Tuesday, March 20th: Illinois Primary Election Day. The polls for the Walnut Grove Township Precinct will one again be held in the Village board room in the municipal building across from Compton Accounting. Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
5) Friday, March 23rd: The 8th Annual Fish Fry held at the United Church from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Attention Village Residents:
The following is a list of events which are happening in the Village this week. Please mark your calendars for those which apply to you.
1) Lent Services: Please check with your house of worship for times.
2) Monday, March 19th: Spring Painting Class at the Ransom Memorial Public Library at 6 p.m. This class is now full. Thank you to those who had signed up to participate.
3) Tuesday, March 20th: WATER BILLS ARE DUE! Thank you to those who have already paid. You may deposit your water bill in the front door mail slot at Compton Accounting during after business hours. For your convenience, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check.
4) Tuesday, March 20th: Illinois Primary Election Day. The polls for the Walnut Grove Township Precinct will one again be held in the Village board room in the municipal building across from Compton Accounting. Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
5) Friday, March 23rd: The 8th Annual Fish Fry held at the United Church from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Posted March 17th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The Spring Painting Class which will be held at the Ransom Memorial Public Library on Monday March 19th is now full. Thank you to all who have signed up.
Attention Area Residents:
The Spring Painting Class which will be held at the Ransom Memorial Public Library on Monday March 19th is now full. Thank you to all who have signed up.
Posted March 17th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Happy St. Patrick's Day! Whether you are Irish or not, today is a day that many decide to celebrate and have fun. If you so choose to go out and celebrate, please don't drink and drive. Choose a designated driver. Having a designated driver will ensure that you keep your pot of gold; for getting busted for a DUI will surely mean that your luck has ran out.
There is only one (1) seat available for the Spring Painting Class which will be held at the Ransom Memorial Public Library this Monday, March 19th at 6 p.m.. The early bird will get the last seat, so hurry up and call to reserve your spot. Contact the library today at 484-6193 to sign up.
Attention Area Residents:
Happy St. Patrick's Day! Whether you are Irish or not, today is a day that many decide to celebrate and have fun. If you so choose to go out and celebrate, please don't drink and drive. Choose a designated driver. Having a designated driver will ensure that you keep your pot of gold; for getting busted for a DUI will surely mean that your luck has ran out.
There is only one (1) seat available for the Spring Painting Class which will be held at the Ransom Memorial Public Library this Monday, March 19th at 6 p.m.. The early bird will get the last seat, so hurry up and call to reserve your spot. Contact the library today at 484-6193 to sign up.
Posted March 16th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Just another reminder of all the activities scheduled within the Village of Altona this month to keep you busy. Be sure to view the Village Calendar on the website, or write down the following events on your calendar for those that may apply to you.
1) Lent: Please contact your local church of worship for the times for their Lent services.
2) Friday, March 16th: Walnut Grove Retirees pot luck lunch at 12 noon at the United Methodist Church. Your program will be the Easter Eggs. Come for the food and fellowship.
3) Hungry for fish? Champs Chicken, located inside Hometown Express has a fish special. You don't have to wait until Friday to eat your fish. Don't let this special swim away. Catch it today!
4) Friday, March 16th: 8th Annual Fish Fry held at the United Methodist Church from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Please read the flyer for full details.
5) Monday, March 19th: Spring Painting Class held at the Ransom Memorial Public Library at 6:00 P.M. Seating is limited. Please read the flyer regarding the pricing for materials and other details.
6) Tuesday, March 20th: Illinois Primary Election Day. The polls for the Walnut Grove Township residents will once again be held at the municipal building in the Village board room. Polls are open from 6:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. You may also vote early from now until the 19th at the Knox County Courthouse. Voting is one of our freedoms. Many people in other countries don't get this freedom. Please exercise your right to vote.
7) Saturday, March 24th: Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the Altona Lions Club and the Ransom Memorial Public Library. All children up to 7th grade are welcome. The event will take place at Johnson-Pyle Park, located behind the gas station at 1:00 P.M. DON'T BE LATE! Please read the flyer for full details. Rain date will be March 31st.
8) Saturday, March 31st: Altona Lions Club Pancakes & Sausage Breakfast from 7:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. at the United Methodist Church. Please come out and support the Altona Lions Club. These fundraisers are what help the Lions Club support their projects in our community.
Attention Area Residents:
Just another reminder of all the activities scheduled within the Village of Altona this month to keep you busy. Be sure to view the Village Calendar on the website, or write down the following events on your calendar for those that may apply to you.
1) Lent: Please contact your local church of worship for the times for their Lent services.
2) Friday, March 16th: Walnut Grove Retirees pot luck lunch at 12 noon at the United Methodist Church. Your program will be the Easter Eggs. Come for the food and fellowship.
3) Hungry for fish? Champs Chicken, located inside Hometown Express has a fish special. You don't have to wait until Friday to eat your fish. Don't let this special swim away. Catch it today!
4) Friday, March 16th: 8th Annual Fish Fry held at the United Methodist Church from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Please read the flyer for full details.
5) Monday, March 19th: Spring Painting Class held at the Ransom Memorial Public Library at 6:00 P.M. Seating is limited. Please read the flyer regarding the pricing for materials and other details.
6) Tuesday, March 20th: Illinois Primary Election Day. The polls for the Walnut Grove Township residents will once again be held at the municipal building in the Village board room. Polls are open from 6:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. You may also vote early from now until the 19th at the Knox County Courthouse. Voting is one of our freedoms. Many people in other countries don't get this freedom. Please exercise your right to vote.
7) Saturday, March 24th: Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the Altona Lions Club and the Ransom Memorial Public Library. All children up to 7th grade are welcome. The event will take place at Johnson-Pyle Park, located behind the gas station at 1:00 P.M. DON'T BE LATE! Please read the flyer for full details. Rain date will be March 31st.
8) Saturday, March 31st: Altona Lions Club Pancakes & Sausage Breakfast from 7:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. at the United Methodist Church. Please come out and support the Altona Lions Club. These fundraisers are what help the Lions Club support their projects in our community.
Posted March 15th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Tomorrow is another Lent Friday. For those who do not wish to eat meat, there are two choices in town to get your fish. For lunch, stop into our own Champs Chicken inside our Hometown Express convenience store where they had some good fish. For supper, head on over to the United Church for their 8th Annual Fish Fry. Both our M-M- GOOD!
Attention Area Residents:
Tomorrow is another Lent Friday. For those who do not wish to eat meat, there are two choices in town to get your fish. For lunch, stop into our own Champs Chicken inside our Hometown Express convenience store where they had some good fish. For supper, head on over to the United Church for their 8th Annual Fish Fry. Both our M-M- GOOD!
Posted March 14th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
March Madness is supposed to be about watching basketball tournaments and filling out brackets - but not in the Village of Altona. The Village of Altona has many things to fill up your calendar, so wad up those brackets and dribble them right over to the waste basket and score your best shot for a basket, because you'll want to clear your calendar for all of the things that are being planned here in town......
1) Kids: Summer baseball/softball sign ups were due into the school on Friday, March 2nd. If you have any questions, please contact the coordinator for your town. In Altona, contact Jason Main at 309-368-5508.
2) Friday, March 16th: Walnut Grove Retirees pot luck lunch at 12 noon at the United Methodist Church. Your program will be the Easter Eggs. Come for the food and fellowship.
3) Friday, March 16th: 8th Annual Fish Fry held at the United Methodist Church from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Please read the flyer for full details.
4) Monday, March 19th: Spring Painting Class held at the Ransom Memorial Public Library at 6:00 P.M. Seating is limited. Please read the flyer regarding the pricing for materials and other details.
5) Tuesday, March 20th: Illinois Primary Election Day. The polls for the Walnut Grove Township residents will once again be held at the municipal building in the Village board room. Polls are open from 6:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. You may also vote early from now until the 19th at the Knox County Courthouse. Voting is one of our freedoms. Many people in other countries don't get this freedom. Please exercise your right to vote.
6) Saturday, March 24th: Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the Altona Lions Club and the Ransom Memorial Public Library. All children up to 7th grade are welcome. The event will take place at Johnson-Pyle Park, located behind the gas station at 1:00 P.M. DON'T BE LATE! Please read the flyer for full details. Rain date will be March 31st.
7) Saturday, March 31st: Altona Lions Club Pancakes & Sausage Breakfast from 7:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. at the United Methodist Church. Please come out and support the Altona Lions Club. These fundraisers are what help the Lions Club support their projects in our community.
Attention Area Residents:
March Madness is supposed to be about watching basketball tournaments and filling out brackets - but not in the Village of Altona. The Village of Altona has many things to fill up your calendar, so wad up those brackets and dribble them right over to the waste basket and score your best shot for a basket, because you'll want to clear your calendar for all of the things that are being planned here in town......
1) Kids: Summer baseball/softball sign ups were due into the school on Friday, March 2nd. If you have any questions, please contact the coordinator for your town. In Altona, contact Jason Main at 309-368-5508.
2) Friday, March 16th: Walnut Grove Retirees pot luck lunch at 12 noon at the United Methodist Church. Your program will be the Easter Eggs. Come for the food and fellowship.
3) Friday, March 16th: 8th Annual Fish Fry held at the United Methodist Church from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Please read the flyer for full details.
4) Monday, March 19th: Spring Painting Class held at the Ransom Memorial Public Library at 6:00 P.M. Seating is limited. Please read the flyer regarding the pricing for materials and other details.
5) Tuesday, March 20th: Illinois Primary Election Day. The polls for the Walnut Grove Township residents will once again be held at the municipal building in the Village board room. Polls are open from 6:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. You may also vote early from now until the 19th at the Knox County Courthouse. Voting is one of our freedoms. Many people in other countries don't get this freedom. Please exercise your right to vote.
6) Saturday, March 24th: Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the Altona Lions Club and the Ransom Memorial Public Library. All children up to 7th grade are welcome. The event will take place at Johnson-Pyle Park, located behind the gas station at 1:00 P.M. DON'T BE LATE! Please read the flyer for full details. Rain date will be March 31st.
7) Saturday, March 31st: Altona Lions Club Pancakes & Sausage Breakfast from 7:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. at the United Methodist Church. Please come out and support the Altona Lions Club. These fundraisers are what help the Lions Club support their projects in our community.
Posted March 10th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Tomorrow at 2:00 A.M. begins Daylight Saving Time. Don't forget to move your clocks AHEAD one hour prior to going to bed tonight so that you are not late for church tomorrow morning.
In the spirit of the event, here is an old ditty from Grandpa Jones about Daylight Saving Time in which some of you may remember hearing....
Attention Area Residents:
Tomorrow at 2:00 A.M. begins Daylight Saving Time. Don't forget to move your clocks AHEAD one hour prior to going to bed tonight so that you are not late for church tomorrow morning.
In the spirit of the event, here is an old ditty from Grandpa Jones about Daylight Saving Time in which some of you may remember hearing....
Posted March 7th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
The Village of Altona had received a grant to replace Village traffic signs with newer, higher visible signs in order to create safer driving conditions for the motorists within our village. This project is still ongoing and the signs will continue to be replaced as they come in. The Village is not only replacing our street signs, but the board has also updated our street sign ordinance in order to make the village safer.
One of the major additions to the ordinance was the creation of a "Snow Emergency". Some streets within the village are narrow, and can be difficult for our snow plow to maneuver around cars that are parked along the streets during a snow storm. When snow accumulation reaches 3 inches or greater; a snow emergency can and will be issued, and ALL vehicles MUST be removed from the sides of the streets. Notification to the public of this Snow Emergency will be via any one or more of the following:
1) Posting of such snow emergency in the Post Office
2) Village website
3) Village Facebook page
4) Notification on a Galesburg Radio station, such as WGIL 1400 on the AM dial.
The purpose of the snow emergency will be to help our employee get the streets cleared off in a more timely matter so that the public may access them quicker, and have safer streets to travel on. The newly updated ordinance is posted on the Village of Altona website at www.altonaillinois.weebly.com. For quicker access to the ordinance, just click on the following link:
altonaillinois.weebly.com/2018-02-street-sign-amendment-ordinance.html
Hopefully the snow for this winter season is over. Thank you for cooperation in helping the Village remove the snow on a more timely basis.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Attention Village Residents:
The Village of Altona had received a grant to replace Village traffic signs with newer, higher visible signs in order to create safer driving conditions for the motorists within our village. This project is still ongoing and the signs will continue to be replaced as they come in. The Village is not only replacing our street signs, but the board has also updated our street sign ordinance in order to make the village safer.
One of the major additions to the ordinance was the creation of a "Snow Emergency". Some streets within the village are narrow, and can be difficult for our snow plow to maneuver around cars that are parked along the streets during a snow storm. When snow accumulation reaches 3 inches or greater; a snow emergency can and will be issued, and ALL vehicles MUST be removed from the sides of the streets. Notification to the public of this Snow Emergency will be via any one or more of the following:
1) Posting of such snow emergency in the Post Office
2) Village website
3) Village Facebook page
4) Notification on a Galesburg Radio station, such as WGIL 1400 on the AM dial.
The purpose of the snow emergency will be to help our employee get the streets cleared off in a more timely matter so that the public may access them quicker, and have safer streets to travel on. The newly updated ordinance is posted on the Village of Altona website at www.altonaillinois.weebly.com. For quicker access to the ordinance, just click on the following link:
altonaillinois.weebly.com/2018-02-street-sign-amendment-ordinance.html
Hopefully the snow for this winter season is over. Thank you for cooperation in helping the Village remove the snow on a more timely basis.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Posted March 5th, 2018
Attention ROWVA Youth:
Spring is here. Do you know what that means? If you said that the summer baseball/softball season practices will soon be starting, you would be correct - but you must sign up first. Sign up forms are located at the schools this year, or call the person in charge printed on the form. Have a fun summer and Good Luck!
Attention ROWVA Youth:
Spring is here. Do you know what that means? If you said that the summer baseball/softball season practices will soon be starting, you would be correct - but you must sign up first. Sign up forms are located at the schools this year, or call the person in charge printed on the form. Have a fun summer and Good Luck!
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Posted March 4th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Today from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. will be the 17th Annual Altona Fire Department Chili Soup Lunch held at the Altona Fire Department. Take outs and delivery are available. Also the drawing for the 2nd Annual Altona Fire Department Firearm Raffle will take place at 1 P.M. You do not need to be present to win, however if you haven't bought your ticket yet, there may still be some available at the Soup Lunch. Tickets for the Firearm Raffle are $20 each. Only 200 tickets will be sold, so the odds of winning are better than the Illinois Lottery. Please see the flyer for full details. Proceeds will go towards new equipment.
Attention Area Residents:
Today from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. will be the 17th Annual Altona Fire Department Chili Soup Lunch held at the Altona Fire Department. Take outs and delivery are available. Also the drawing for the 2nd Annual Altona Fire Department Firearm Raffle will take place at 1 P.M. You do not need to be present to win, however if you haven't bought your ticket yet, there may still be some available at the Soup Lunch. Tickets for the Firearm Raffle are $20 each. Only 200 tickets will be sold, so the odds of winning are better than the Illinois Lottery. Please see the flyer for full details. Proceeds will go towards new equipment.
Posted March 3rd, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Looking for a night filled with fun? Then plan on attending the Altona Historical Society's Trivia Night tonight at the United Church. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Food will be available for purchase. The fun starts at 6 p.m. Please read the flyer for full details and contact one of the names on the flyer to make sure that the seats are not sold out. Good luck and let the games begin!
Attention Area Residents:
Looking for a night filled with fun? Then plan on attending the Altona Historical Society's Trivia Night tonight at the United Church. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Food will be available for purchase. The fun starts at 6 p.m. Please read the flyer for full details and contact one of the names on the flyer to make sure that the seats are not sold out. Good luck and let the games begin!
Posted March 2nd, 2018
Attention Kids!
Today is Dr. Seuss' birthday. He would've been 114 years old today. What fun ways will you celebrate? Will you read one of his many books? Will you dress up? Will you dress up your Cat in a Hat? Will you eat some Green Eggs and Ham? Ask your parents and visit www.seussville.com for some Dr. Seuss fun.
Attention Kids!
Today is Dr. Seuss' birthday. He would've been 114 years old today. What fun ways will you celebrate? Will you read one of his many books? Will you dress up? Will you dress up your Cat in a Hat? Will you eat some Green Eggs and Ham? Ask your parents and visit www.seussville.com for some Dr. Seuss fun.
Posted March 2nd, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
The following is a listing of upcoming events within the Village. Please mark your calendar's and read the flyers for those that apply to you.
Friday, March 2nd: Walnut Grove Retirees Pot Luck at the United Church at 12 Noon
Friday, March 2nd: Fish Fry at the United Church from 5 P.M. to 7 P.M.
Saturday, March 3rd: Altona Historical Society's Trivia Night at the United Church. Doors open at 5:30 P.M., Trivia starts at 6 P.M.
Sunday, March 4th: Altona Fire Department's 17th Annual Chili and Soup lunch at the Fire Station from 11:00 A.M. to 2 P.M.
If your organization is having an event, please contact Village Board President Derrick Appell to how to have your event posted on the Village's website as well as the Facebook page for free.
Attention Village Residents:
The following is a listing of upcoming events within the Village. Please mark your calendar's and read the flyers for those that apply to you.
Friday, March 2nd: Walnut Grove Retirees Pot Luck at the United Church at 12 Noon
Friday, March 2nd: Fish Fry at the United Church from 5 P.M. to 7 P.M.
Saturday, March 3rd: Altona Historical Society's Trivia Night at the United Church. Doors open at 5:30 P.M., Trivia starts at 6 P.M.
Sunday, March 4th: Altona Fire Department's 17th Annual Chili and Soup lunch at the Fire Station from 11:00 A.M. to 2 P.M.
If your organization is having an event, please contact Village Board President Derrick Appell to how to have your event posted on the Village's website as well as the Facebook page for free.
Posted March 1st, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Many events are scheduled to happen this month within our Village. Did you know that there is a Community Calendar on the Village website to help you keep track of everything? Did you know that you can have your organizations event placed free of charge on the Community Calendar? For information, contact Village Board President Derrick Appell for full details. Just click on the following link to view the events currently planned for this month. altonaillinois.weebly.com/march-2018.html
Attention Village Residents:
Many events are scheduled to happen this month within our Village. Did you know that there is a Community Calendar on the Village website to help you keep track of everything? Did you know that you can have your organizations event placed free of charge on the Community Calendar? For information, contact Village Board President Derrick Appell for full details. Just click on the following link to view the events currently planned for this month. altonaillinois.weebly.com/march-2018.html
Posted February 28th, 2018
Attention Village Youth:
Calling all youth! It is that time again to once again think about summer baseball and softball. Please pick up your sign up sheets at school, or contact Jason Main at 368-5508. Good luck and have some fun this summer season.
Attention Village Youth:
Calling all youth! It is that time again to once again think about summer baseball and softball. Please pick up your sign up sheets at school, or contact Jason Main at 368-5508. Good luck and have some fun this summer season.
Posted February 26th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
The following is a listing of upcoming events within the Village for the upcoming week. Please mark your calendar's and read the flyers for those that apply to you.
Thursday, March 1st: Village Board Meeting at the Municipal Building at 7 P.M.
Friday, March 2nd: Walnut Grove Retirees Pot Luck at the United Church at 12 Noon
Friday, March 2nd: Fish Fry at the United Church from 5 P.M. to 7 P.M.
Saturday, March 3rd: Altona Historical Society's Trivia Night at the United Church. Doors open at 5:30 P.M., Trivia starts at 6 P.M.
Sunday, March 4th: Altona Fire Department's 17th Annual Chili and Soup lunch at the Fire Station from 11:00 A.M. to 2 P.M.
If your organization is having an event, please contact Village Board President Derrick Appell to how to have your event posted on the Village's website as well as the Facebook page for free.
Attention Village Residents:
The following is a listing of upcoming events within the Village for the upcoming week. Please mark your calendar's and read the flyers for those that apply to you.
Thursday, March 1st: Village Board Meeting at the Municipal Building at 7 P.M.
Friday, March 2nd: Walnut Grove Retirees Pot Luck at the United Church at 12 Noon
Friday, March 2nd: Fish Fry at the United Church from 5 P.M. to 7 P.M.
Saturday, March 3rd: Altona Historical Society's Trivia Night at the United Church. Doors open at 5:30 P.M., Trivia starts at 6 P.M.
Sunday, March 4th: Altona Fire Department's 17th Annual Chili and Soup lunch at the Fire Station from 11:00 A.M. to 2 P.M.
If your organization is having an event, please contact Village Board President Derrick Appell to how to have your event posted on the Village's website as well as the Facebook page for free.
Posted February 25th, 2018
Congratulations to the entire United States Olympic Team for your efforts in representing our country at the 2018 Winter Olympic Games in Pyeongchang, South Korea. Our Olympians had earned a total of 23 medals overall - 9 Gold, 8 Silver, and 6 Bronze medals. To see the complete medal count of all of the countries competing, click on the following link: www.olympic.org/olympic-results
Congratulations to the entire United States Olympic Team for your efforts in representing our country at the 2018 Winter Olympic Games in Pyeongchang, South Korea. Our Olympians had earned a total of 23 medals overall - 9 Gold, 8 Silver, and 6 Bronze medals. To see the complete medal count of all of the countries competing, click on the following link: www.olympic.org/olympic-results
Posted February 25th, 2018
Attention Walnut Grove Retirees:
Just a reminder that the Walnut Grove Retirees Pot Luck dinners will once again resume after your February break starting this Friday, March 2nd at 12 noon. Please come and enjoy the fellowship.
Attention Walnut Grove Retirees:
Just a reminder that the Walnut Grove Retirees Pot Luck dinners will once again resume after your February break starting this Friday, March 2nd at 12 noon. Please come and enjoy the fellowship.
Posted February 23rd, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The Altona Volunteer Fire Department is having their 2nd Annual Altona Fire Firearm Raffle. Costs of each ticket is $20. Drawing will be held on March 4th at 1 pm. Winner will receive their choice of an AR15, Springfield Pistol, Henry Rifle, or $500 cash. (Firearm value not to exceed $600). Need not present to win. To receive gun, winner must possess a valid FOID card. All proceeds goes towards the purchase of fire department equipment. Please contact any member of the Altona Fire Department. You better hurry, because only 200 ticktets will be available for purchase. Good luck and thank you for supporting the Altona Fire Department.
Attention Area Residents:
The Altona Volunteer Fire Department is having their 2nd Annual Altona Fire Firearm Raffle. Costs of each ticket is $20. Drawing will be held on March 4th at 1 pm. Winner will receive their choice of an AR15, Springfield Pistol, Henry Rifle, or $500 cash. (Firearm value not to exceed $600). Need not present to win. To receive gun, winner must possess a valid FOID card. All proceeds goes towards the purchase of fire department equipment. Please contact any member of the Altona Fire Department. You better hurry, because only 200 ticktets will be available for purchase. Good luck and thank you for supporting the Altona Fire Department.
Posted February 21st, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
This winter has become a very busy winter for the National Weather Service as they have issued yet another Winter Weather Advisory for our area which goes into effect at Midnight tonight and scheduled to last until 12 Noon tomorrow. Mixed precipitation is expected making snow and iced covered roads slippery during your travels. The Illinois Road Condition Hotline is: 1-800-452-4368. For complete information regarding this National Weather Service Winter Weather Advisory, please click on the following link:
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Attention Area Residents:
This winter has become a very busy winter for the National Weather Service as they have issued yet another Winter Weather Advisory for our area which goes into effect at Midnight tonight and scheduled to last until 12 Noon tomorrow. Mixed precipitation is expected making snow and iced covered roads slippery during your travels. The Illinois Road Condition Hotline is: 1-800-452-4368. For complete information regarding this National Weather Service Winter Weather Advisory, please click on the following link:
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Posted February 20th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for our area until 6:00 p.m. tonight. For further information on this Flood Watch, please click on the following link:
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for our area until 6:00 p.m. tonight. For further information on this Flood Watch, please click on the following link:
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Posted February 17th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
With the Lent season upon us, it is time for the annual Fish Fry held at the United Church. Please be sure to write down the dates so that you don't miss out on this event.
Attention Area Residents:
With the Lent season upon us, it is time for the annual Fish Fry held at the United Church. Please be sure to write down the dates so that you don't miss out on this event.
Posted February 15th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Would you like to have some fun and help out a worthy cause at the same time? Then gather your friends and sign up for the Altona Historial Society's Trivia Night fundraiser to be held on Saturday March 3rd. Please read the flyer below for all of the details. Thank you for supporting this worthy cause in our community.
Attention Area Residents:
Would you like to have some fun and help out a worthy cause at the same time? Then gather your friends and sign up for the Altona Historial Society's Trivia Night fundraiser to be held on Saturday March 3rd. Please read the flyer below for all of the details. Thank you for supporting this worthy cause in our community.
Posted February 15th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Dense Fog Advisory until 10:00 a.m. Please be careful while driving as visibility will be less than 1/4 of a mile at times. For further information, click on the following link:
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Dense Fog Advisory until 10:00 a.m. Please be careful while driving as visibility will be less than 1/4 of a mile at times. For further information, click on the following link:
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Posted February 14th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Have you ever wished that you could donate money to worthy local projects, but you simply didn't have the funds to do it? Or would you like to help out a local cause with extra funds, but you don't know how to get it? Good news! F&M Bank in Galesburg has a weekly program called Hometown Hundreds. They pick from nominated organizations for a chance to win $100.00. Each organization can receive this $100.00 donation twice per year. So click on the following link ( galesburg.info/hundreds.html ) and nominate your favorite Altona organization.
A couple of organizations that could benefit from this donation are the Altona Historical Society and the Village of Altona Park Fund. You may think of others as well. Please consider helping our local organizations by nominating them for these available funds. Thank you.
Attention Village Residents:
Have you ever wished that you could donate money to worthy local projects, but you simply didn't have the funds to do it? Or would you like to help out a local cause with extra funds, but you don't know how to get it? Good news! F&M Bank in Galesburg has a weekly program called Hometown Hundreds. They pick from nominated organizations for a chance to win $100.00. Each organization can receive this $100.00 donation twice per year. So click on the following link ( galesburg.info/hundreds.html ) and nominate your favorite Altona organization.
A couple of organizations that could benefit from this donation are the Altona Historical Society and the Village of Altona Park Fund. You may think of others as well. Please consider helping our local organizations by nominating them for these available funds. Thank you.
Posted February 14th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Happy Valentine's Day! Don't forget to show the special someone you love how special they are in your life.
Attention Village Residents:
Happy Valentine's Day! Don't forget to show the special someone you love how special they are in your life.
Posted February 13th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The Altona Volunteer Fire Department is having their 2nd Annual Altona Fire Department Firearm Raffle. Costs of each ticket is $20. Drawing will be held on March 4th at 1 pm. Winner will receive their choice of an AR15, Springfield Pistol, Henry Rifle, or $500 cash. (Firearm value not to exceed $600). Need not present to win. To receive gun, winner must possess a valid FOID card. All proceeds goes towards the purchase of fire department equipment. Please contact any member of the Altona Fire Department. You better hurry, because only 200 ticktets will be available for purchase. Good luck and thank you for supporting the Altona Fire Department.
Attention Area Residents:
The Altona Volunteer Fire Department is having their 2nd Annual Altona Fire Department Firearm Raffle. Costs of each ticket is $20. Drawing will be held on March 4th at 1 pm. Winner will receive their choice of an AR15, Springfield Pistol, Henry Rifle, or $500 cash. (Firearm value not to exceed $600). Need not present to win. To receive gun, winner must possess a valid FOID card. All proceeds goes towards the purchase of fire department equipment. Please contact any member of the Altona Fire Department. You better hurry, because only 200 ticktets will be available for purchase. Good luck and thank you for supporting the Altona Fire Department.
Posted February 10th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
On behalf of the entire Village Board of Trustees, i'd like to thank everyone who had attempted to clean up snow from the recent snowfall. Thank you to those who had shoveled their sidewalks to make passage easier for pedestrians and for the small plows trying to battle the snow. It is much safer for the smaller equipment to run on the sidewalks than it is to run along the streets. Some sidewalks have not been shoveled yet and now the snow is so packed that the smaller plows simply can not cut through the snow. These walks will need to be shoveled. The Village appreciates the help by residents removing the snow from their sidewalks as we simply do not have the manpower to do this ourselves.
Thank you for checking on your neighbors and for helping out with their snow removal as well. It is the coming together and volunteerism that makes living in a small town a great place to live. Please continue to shovel your walks and help out your neighbors as we head into this next round of snowfall.
The National Weather Service has issued yet another Winter Weather Advisory starting tonight at 9:00 p.m. and lasting until 9:00 a.m. Sunday morning. Another 2 - 3 inches of snow could be expected. The Illinois Road Condition Hotline is 1-800-452-4368. Please click on the following link for further details:
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Attention Village Residents:
On behalf of the entire Village Board of Trustees, i'd like to thank everyone who had attempted to clean up snow from the recent snowfall. Thank you to those who had shoveled their sidewalks to make passage easier for pedestrians and for the small plows trying to battle the snow. It is much safer for the smaller equipment to run on the sidewalks than it is to run along the streets. Some sidewalks have not been shoveled yet and now the snow is so packed that the smaller plows simply can not cut through the snow. These walks will need to be shoveled. The Village appreciates the help by residents removing the snow from their sidewalks as we simply do not have the manpower to do this ourselves.
Thank you for checking on your neighbors and for helping out with their snow removal as well. It is the coming together and volunteerism that makes living in a small town a great place to live. Please continue to shovel your walks and help out your neighbors as we head into this next round of snowfall.
The National Weather Service has issued yet another Winter Weather Advisory starting tonight at 9:00 p.m. and lasting until 9:00 a.m. Sunday morning. Another 2 - 3 inches of snow could be expected. The Illinois Road Condition Hotline is 1-800-452-4368. Please click on the following link for further details:
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Posted February 10th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement in effect until 10:00 a.m. this morning. Isolated scattered showers of freezing rain, drizzle and snow can be expected this morning and tonight. Please drive carefully if traveling this weekend. Roads may be slippery.
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement in effect until 10:00 a.m. this morning. Isolated scattered showers of freezing rain, drizzle and snow can be expected this morning and tonight. Please drive carefully if traveling this weekend. Roads may be slippery.
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Posted February 9th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service's Winter Weather Advisory still remains in effect until 6 p.m. tonight. Please plan on slippery roads and additonal snowfall. For further details, please click on the following link....
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Today is National Pizza Day! With the winter weather outside, what better way to celebrate than by staying indoors and popping a pizza in the oven, or having some one else make it for you. Can you say "Amore?"
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service's Winter Weather Advisory still remains in effect until 6 p.m. tonight. Please plan on slippery roads and additonal snowfall. For further details, please click on the following link....
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Today is National Pizza Day! With the winter weather outside, what better way to celebrate than by staying indoors and popping a pizza in the oven, or having some one else make it for you. Can you say "Amore?"
Posted February 7th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
On behalf of the entire Village Board of Trustees, i'd like to thank those residents who have helped with clearing off the snow from the recent storms. Thank you for helping out your neighbors, and clearing the snow off of the sidewalks. The Village simply does not have the manpower to shovel the snow off of the sidewalks. Keeping your sidewalks clear in front of your home makes it safer for pedestrians and delivery people to get around as they do not have to walk along the street. Please continue to shovel your sidewalks before it becomes an impossible task. If you have a fire hydrant in front of your home, please shovel around it as well so that the fire department can gain access to it quicker should they have to put out a fire at your residence or your neighbors.
There is still more snow in the forecast. Working together we will get through it. Thank you.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Attention Village Residents:
On behalf of the entire Village Board of Trustees, i'd like to thank those residents who have helped with clearing off the snow from the recent storms. Thank you for helping out your neighbors, and clearing the snow off of the sidewalks. The Village simply does not have the manpower to shovel the snow off of the sidewalks. Keeping your sidewalks clear in front of your home makes it safer for pedestrians and delivery people to get around as they do not have to walk along the street. Please continue to shovel your sidewalks before it becomes an impossible task. If you have a fire hydrant in front of your home, please shovel around it as well so that the fire department can gain access to it quicker should they have to put out a fire at your residence or your neighbors.
There is still more snow in the forecast. Working together we will get through it. Thank you.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Posted February 6th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory beginning 6:00 p.m. tonight until 6:00 a.m. Wednesday morning. Roads are expected to be slippery as well as an additional two to three inches of snow. Please click on the following link for further details.....
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory beginning 6:00 p.m. tonight until 6:00 a.m. Wednesday morning. Roads are expected to be slippery as well as an additional two to three inches of snow. Please click on the following link for further details.....
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Posted February 5th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
As of this writting, certain areas of the Village are reporting over 4 inches of snow. With more snow in the forcast, it may be advisable to start shoveling and plowing now so that it will be easier later with the additional snowfall.
Please try and remove your vehicles from the streets so that our Village employee won't have any obstacles to move around. This will help remove the snow in a more timely fashion. Thank you.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Attention Village Residents:
As of this writting, certain areas of the Village are reporting over 4 inches of snow. With more snow in the forcast, it may be advisable to start shoveling and plowing now so that it will be easier later with the additional snowfall.
Please try and remove your vehicles from the streets so that our Village employee won't have any obstacles to move around. This will help remove the snow in a more timely fashion. Thank you.
Derrick R. Appell
Village Board President
Village of Altona
Posted February 5th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service's Winter Weather Advisory still remains in effect from 12:00 noon today until Midnight tonight. Roads can be slippery with the 3"-5" of snow expected. Please drive carefully during your travels and click on the following link for full details of the Winter Weather Advisory.
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service's Winter Weather Advisory still remains in effect from 12:00 noon today until Midnight tonight. Roads can be slippery with the 3"-5" of snow expected. Please drive carefully during your travels and click on the following link for full details of the Winter Weather Advisory.
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Posted February 4th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory starting 12 noon on Monday until Midnight Monday night. Please click on the following link for further details.
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory starting 12 noon on Monday until Midnight Monday night. Please click on the following link for further details.
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Posted February 3rd, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Tomorrow is America's unofficial holiday - Super Bowl Sunday. Whether you plan on celebrating at a bar, or at family or friends; please plan ahead - remember to choose a designated driver, and Don't Drink or Drive if you plan on consuming alcohol with your celebrations. The aftermath of an accident or just getting caught while driving under the influence just isn't worth the buzz. Police will be out in full force. Please buckle up, and Don't Drink and Drive.
Attention Area Residents:
Tomorrow is America's unofficial holiday - Super Bowl Sunday. Whether you plan on celebrating at a bar, or at family or friends; please plan ahead - remember to choose a designated driver, and Don't Drink or Drive if you plan on consuming alcohol with your celebrations. The aftermath of an accident or just getting caught while driving under the influence just isn't worth the buzz. Police will be out in full force. Please buckle up, and Don't Drink and Drive.
Posted February 2nd, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Today is Groundhog Day. Punxsutawney Phil has seen his royal shadow. That means six more weeks of winter.
Trivia Question: In what year did the groundhog make his first weather prediction?
Answer: 1887
Source: www.history.com/this-day-in-history
Attention Area Residents:
Today is Groundhog Day. Punxsutawney Phil has seen his royal shadow. That means six more weeks of winter.
Trivia Question: In what year did the groundhog make his first weather prediction?
- 1776
- 1887
- 1902
Answer: 1887
Source: www.history.com/this-day-in-history
Posted January 31st, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
For those who may find it too cold this morning to venture outside to view the Super Blue Blood Eclipse outside, or if you just don't have a good view. The following link is provided so that you don't miss out (unless you have overslept that is and missed it).
www.nasa.gov/multimedia/nasatv/index.html#public
Attention Area Residents:
For those who may find it too cold this morning to venture outside to view the Super Blue Blood Eclipse outside, or if you just don't have a good view. The following link is provided so that you don't miss out (unless you have overslept that is and missed it).
www.nasa.gov/multimedia/nasatv/index.html#public
Posted January 30th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Would you like to see an event which hasn't happened in over 150 years? Just look no further than up in the sky. Tonight, early around dawn on Wednesday the 31st, you will have the chance to see a marvelous cosmic tri-fecta called a Super Blue Blood Eclipse. What is this?
Blue Moon - Where there are two full moons in a month.
Supermoon - When the moon is close to its nearest approach to earth, appearing larger than normal.
Blood Moon - The red tint earth's shadow casts on the moon during a lunar eclipse.
For more information on what this is as well as for the best viewing times, please click on the following link and watch the short video. www.nasa.gov/feature/super-blue-blood-moon-coming-jan-31
Attention Area Residents:
Would you like to see an event which hasn't happened in over 150 years? Just look no further than up in the sky. Tonight, early around dawn on Wednesday the 31st, you will have the chance to see a marvelous cosmic tri-fecta called a Super Blue Blood Eclipse. What is this?
Blue Moon - Where there are two full moons in a month.
Supermoon - When the moon is close to its nearest approach to earth, appearing larger than normal.
Blood Moon - The red tint earth's shadow casts on the moon during a lunar eclipse.
For more information on what this is as well as for the best viewing times, please click on the following link and watch the short video. www.nasa.gov/feature/super-blue-blood-moon-coming-jan-31
Posted January 28th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
Do you like trivia? Then round up your family and friends for a night of fun. The Altona Historical Society will be having a Trivia Night on Saturday, March 3rd at the United Church of Altona. Doors will open at 5:30 pm with the trivia fun beginning at 6pm. The funds raised from this fundraiser will be used for the 2nd floor renovation of the historic Ransom Memorial Public Library for the future museum. Pre-registration is rquired so please read the flyer below for full details.
Attention Area Residents:
Do you like trivia? Then round up your family and friends for a night of fun. The Altona Historical Society will be having a Trivia Night on Saturday, March 3rd at the United Church of Altona. Doors will open at 5:30 pm with the trivia fun beginning at 6pm. The funds raised from this fundraiser will be used for the 2nd floor renovation of the historic Ransom Memorial Public Library for the future museum. Pre-registration is rquired so please read the flyer below for full details.
Attention Area Residents:
The Altona Volunteer Fire Department is having their 2nd Annual Altona Fire Firearm Raffle. Costs of each ticket is $20. Drawing will be held on March 4th at 1 pm. Winner will receive their choice of an AR15, Springfield Pistol, Henry Rifle, or $500 cash. (Firearm value not to exceed $600). Need not present to win. To receive gun, winner must possess a valid FOID card. All proceeds goes towards the purchase of fire department equipment. Please contact any member of the Altona Fire Department. You better hurry, because only 200 ticktets will be available for purchase. Good luck and thank you for supporting the Altona Fire Department.
The Altona Volunteer Fire Department is having their 2nd Annual Altona Fire Firearm Raffle. Costs of each ticket is $20. Drawing will be held on March 4th at 1 pm. Winner will receive their choice of an AR15, Springfield Pistol, Henry Rifle, or $500 cash. (Firearm value not to exceed $600). Need not present to win. To receive gun, winner must possess a valid FOID card. All proceeds goes towards the purchase of fire department equipment. Please contact any member of the Altona Fire Department. You better hurry, because only 200 ticktets will be available for purchase. Good luck and thank you for supporting the Altona Fire Department.
Posted January 20th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Just a friendly reminder that water bills are due today. While Compton Accounting may be closed today, you may still make your water bill payment by placing your payment in an envelope and inserting it into the mail drop box in thier front door. On time payments avoids delinquent charges and having your water service shut off due to lack of payment. Thank you for paying your water bills on time.
Attention Village Residents:
Just a friendly reminder that water bills are due today. While Compton Accounting may be closed today, you may still make your water bill payment by placing your payment in an envelope and inserting it into the mail drop box in thier front door. On time payments avoids delinquent charges and having your water service shut off due to lack of payment. Thank you for paying your water bills on time.
Posted January 17th, 2018
Attention Village Residents:
Just a friendly reminder that water bills are DUE by Saturday, January 20th. If you need a receipt or to use a credit card to make your payment, Compton Accounting is closed on Saturday's. Please make every attempt to pay your bill prior to the close of business day on Friday the 19th by 4:00 p.m.. For questions regarding your bill, please call Compton Accounting at 1-844-484-8881. Paying your bill on time avoids the hassles of having your water service turned off as well as paying those reconnection service fee's. For your conveniance, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payments. Thank you for paying your water bills on time.
Attention Village Residents:
Just a friendly reminder that water bills are DUE by Saturday, January 20th. If you need a receipt or to use a credit card to make your payment, Compton Accounting is closed on Saturday's. Please make every attempt to pay your bill prior to the close of business day on Friday the 19th by 4:00 p.m.. For questions regarding your bill, please call Compton Accounting at 1-844-484-8881. Paying your bill on time avoids the hassles of having your water service turned off as well as paying those reconnection service fee's. For your conveniance, the Village accepts cash, credit cards and your good check for payments. Thank you for paying your water bills on time.
Posted January 16th, 2018
Attention Walnut Grove Retirees:
Just a reminder that you will not be meeting during the month of February. Please mark your calanders that your next meeting will be on March 2nd.
Attention Walnut Grove Retirees:
Just a reminder that you will not be meeting during the month of February. Please mark your calanders that your next meeting will be on March 2nd.
Posted January 14th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued the following weather advisories....
A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect from 9:00 pm this evening until 12 noon on Monday.
A Wind Chill Advisory is in effect begining Monday 6:00 pm until Tuesday 12:00 pm.
Please click on the following link for further details.
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings-1805639/2240454
The Illinois Road Conditions number is 1-800-452-4368.
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued the following weather advisories....
A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect from 9:00 pm this evening until 12 noon on Monday.
A Wind Chill Advisory is in effect begining Monday 6:00 pm until Tuesday 12:00 pm.
Please click on the following link for further details.
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings-1805639/2240454
The Illinois Road Conditions number is 1-800-452-4368.
Posted January 13th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The Altona Volunteer Fire Department is having their 2nd Annual Altona Fire Firearm Raffle. Costs of each ticket is $20. Drawing will be held on March 4th at 1 pm. Winner will receive their choice of an AR15, Springfield Pistol, Henry Rifle, or $500 cash. (Firearm value not to exceed $600). Need not present to win. To receive gun, winner must possess a valid FOID card. All proceeds goes towards the purchase of fire department equipment. Please contact any member of the Altona Fire Department. You better hurry, because only 200 ticktets will be available for purchase. Good luck!
Attention Area Residents:
The Altona Volunteer Fire Department is having their 2nd Annual Altona Fire Firearm Raffle. Costs of each ticket is $20. Drawing will be held on March 4th at 1 pm. Winner will receive their choice of an AR15, Springfield Pistol, Henry Rifle, or $500 cash. (Firearm value not to exceed $600). Need not present to win. To receive gun, winner must possess a valid FOID card. All proceeds goes towards the purchase of fire department equipment. Please contact any member of the Altona Fire Department. You better hurry, because only 200 ticktets will be available for purchase. Good luck!
Posted January 11th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory effective at 3:00 pm this afternoon until midnight tonight. Roads may be hazardous. For the latest road conditions for Illinois, please call 1-800-452-4368. For more information regarding this Winter Weather Advisory, please click on the following link:
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory effective at 3:00 pm this afternoon until midnight tonight. Roads may be hazardous. For the latest road conditions for Illinois, please call 1-800-452-4368. For more information regarding this Winter Weather Advisory, please click on the following link:
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Posted January 9th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Dense Fog Advisory until 12 noon today. Please click on the following link for further details...
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Dense Fog Advisory until 12 noon today. Please click on the following link for further details...
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Posted January 7th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory which remains in effect until midnight tonight. Snow and ice accumulations of up to one inch are expected.
A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow, sleet or freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for Illinois can be obtained by calling 1-800-452-4368.
Please click on the following link to learn more details......
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory which remains in effect until midnight tonight. Snow and ice accumulations of up to one inch are expected.
A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow, sleet or freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for Illinois can be obtained by calling 1-800-452-4368.
Please click on the following link to learn more details......
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Posted January 5th, 2018
Attention Walnut Grove Retirees:
Has this week's weather been chilling you to the bones? Then why not warm up with a bowl of hot soup and fellowship with your fellow retirees. It all starts today at 12 noon at the United Methodist Church. Soup is provided, just bring a white elephant gift for the Bingo prizes.
Attention Walnut Grove Retirees:
Has this week's weather been chilling you to the bones? Then why not warm up with a bowl of hot soup and fellowship with your fellow retirees. It all starts today at 12 noon at the United Methodist Church. Soup is provided, just bring a white elephant gift for the Bingo prizes.
Posted January 4th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has updated and extended their Wind Chill Warning. It now remains in effect until 10:00 a.m. on Friday. Please click on the following link for further details:
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
They are also calling for 3" - 6" of snow on Sunday. Please take precautions and dress appropriately when venturing out in these cold temperatures. Please continue to check on your neighbors, especially the elderly, and bring your pets inside.
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has updated and extended their Wind Chill Warning. It now remains in effect until 10:00 a.m. on Friday. Please click on the following link for further details:
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
They are also calling for 3" - 6" of snow on Sunday. Please take precautions and dress appropriately when venturing out in these cold temperatures. Please continue to check on your neighbors, especially the elderly, and bring your pets inside.
Posted January 4th, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service's Wind Chill Warning still remains in effect until 12 noon today. Expect wind chills to range from -10 to -20 below zero. For complete details, please click on the following link. www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Please continue to check on your neighbors, especially the elderly as well as bringing in your pets.
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service's Wind Chill Warning still remains in effect until 12 noon today. Expect wind chills to range from -10 to -20 below zero. For complete details, please click on the following link. www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Please continue to check on your neighbors, especially the elderly as well as bringing in your pets.
Posted January 3rd, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued an updated Wind Chill Advisory. A Wind Chill Advisory remains in effect from 8:00 p.m. this evening until noon on Thursday. Please click on the following link for further details...
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
With these extreme cold temperatures, please be sure to bring in your pets and check on your neighbors.
Attention Area Residents:
The National Weather Service has issued an updated Wind Chill Advisory. A Wind Chill Advisory remains in effect from 8:00 p.m. this evening until noon on Thursday. Please click on the following link for further details...
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
With these extreme cold temperatures, please be sure to bring in your pets and check on your neighbors.
Posted January 1st, 2018
Attention Area Residents:
The friged weather is still with us. Please be careful when venturing outside and bundle up. Please bring your pets inside. If you can't bring them in, be sure to make their shelters as warm as possible and be sure that they have water to drink. It doesn't take long for water to freeze in these sub zero temperatures.
The National Weather Services Wind Chill Warning remains in effect until Tuesday at 12 noon. Expect wind chills to be -15 to -30 below zero. For more information on this warning, please click on the following link....
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Attention Area Residents:
The friged weather is still with us. Please be careful when venturing outside and bundle up. Please bring your pets inside. If you can't bring them in, be sure to make their shelters as warm as possible and be sure that they have water to drink. It doesn't take long for water to freeze in these sub zero temperatures.
The National Weather Services Wind Chill Warning remains in effect until Tuesday at 12 noon. Expect wind chills to be -15 to -30 below zero. For more information on this warning, please click on the following link....
www.accuweather.com/en/us/altona-il/61414/weather-warnings/2240454
Posted January 1st, 2018
Happy New Year! May 2018 be your BEST year for you and your loved one's.
Happy New Year! May 2018 be your BEST year for you and your loved one's.