The Juvenile Justice Council of Iroquois County will be meeting on Friday, December 8th at 10:00 a.m. in the E.S.D.A. Room in the Iroquois County Courthouse basement. All are welcome to attend in person or via Zoom. For the Zoom link, contact Barb King, JJC Chair. Help us celebrate making a positive difference in our…
Christmas Tree Lane officially opens on December 3rd at the Old Courthouse Museum in Watseka. The Juvenile Justice Council of Iroquois County has trimmed a tree featuring their mascot Ollie the Owl according to this year’s Christmas Carols theme. “OWL” be Home for Christmas…Preventing Underage Substance Use! The tree is filled with nests (homes) offering…
In recognition of the Great American Smokeout, No Vape November, and Lung Cancer Awareness Month, the Donovan SADD Chapter invited the Juvenile Justice Council of Iroquois County to host a trivia game during lunch yesterday. Participating students answered questions about the dangers of smoking cigarettes and vaping for a chance to toss beanbags and win…
Happy Red Ribbon Week from the Juvenile Justice Council of Iroquois County! Check out the new yard signs and banners being displayed at schools throughout the county!…
Safely dispose of your unwanted or expired medications by taking part in the Iroquois County Sheriff’s Department’s Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 28th from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Responsibly disposing of medications helps to protect the environment and ensures that both curious youth and adults who may have a substance use disorder…
The Juvenile Justice Council is devoted to improving the lives of Iroquois County youth. The minutes from their last meeting will provide updates on both their accomplishments and plans for the future. Juvenile Justice Council of Iroquois County/Iroquois County Opioid Coalition Joint Meeting Minutes 9-15-23…
Mark your calendar for the upcoming drug awareness health fair on Wednesday, October 25th at 6:00 p.m. at the old Clifton Elementary School. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. Local experts, survivors, and family members will speak and helpful resources will be available….
Tune in to 94.1 WGFA on Friday, September 22nd at 8:15 a.m. to hear RaDonna Hasselbring represent the Juvenile Justice Council of Iroquois County during a live Hotline Interview. She will be sharing healthy coping strategies that can help teens to manage their feelings and be more resilient….
The Juvenile Justice Council of Iroquois County will be meeting on Friday, September 15th at 10:00 a.m. in the E.S.D.A. Room in the Iroquois County Courthouse basement. All are welcome to attend in person or via Zoom. For the Zoom link, contact Barb King, JJC Chair. Help us plan new initiatives and continue to make…
There’s no time like fair time to make special summer memories with family and friends! Iroquois County Fairgoers, be sure to visit the Juvenile Justice Council’s booth in the south commercial building to learn more about the many FUN activities planned for youth and families. Together we can TIP the Scale to STOP underage drug…