The Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) has received confirmation from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in Kansas City that the boom heard around 11:20 am was caused by a flight of F-15EX Eagle II fighter jets traveling at supersonic speeds.
A Celebration of life and military honors for Major Mark Monteyne retired from the Illinois
National Guard in 2018. Major Mark Monteyne died on December 15, 2019. A 21 gun
salute, taps, and folding of the flag will occur at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, December 15, 2021.
In addition, the Village of Jerome Police will be present at this event.
Today crews will be working on repairing a water main along Glenn Avenue. Please use caution when driving in the area. Also please be aware that this work could result in sediment, possibly containing lead, in water service lines and faucet screens.
Today crews will be working on repairing a water main along Wabash Avenue. Please use caution when driving in the area. Also please be aware that this work could result in sediment, possibly containing lead, in water service lines and faucet screens.
The Village of Jerome will be hosting a drop-off for Toys for Tots on Saturday, December 18, 2021, from 11 am until 3 pm. Please bring new unwrapped toys to the Civic Center and Toys for Tots will make sure that they reach needy children for Christmas.