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

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

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

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

New LC Board members seated

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

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

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

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

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

Ferry Task Force to meet

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

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

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

New LC Board members seated

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

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

Ferry Task Force to meet

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