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Grafton and Shiloh, Other Area Communities Hit Hard by Severe Rainfall
GRAFTON/SHILOH - The Metro Illinois region and Jersey and Calhoun Counties experienced substantial rainfall over the past 24 hours, with several areas reporting significant accumulations and ongoing flash flood warnings. The heaviest rainfall was recorded in Shiloh, where 6.85 inches fell and Grafton, with an estimated 5 to 7 inches fell contributing to widespread concerns about flooding.
IDOT checks for post-flooding damage
All in all, an IDOT engineer says Tuesday’s flash flooding did not cause as much damage as one might think. Some bridge deck repairs will be needed on 4 or 5 structures, and there has also been some exposed guardrail posts and damage to the reservoir wall near the city of Nashville.
Code Talkers featured in presentation
Later this month a member of the Seneca Nation, will give a talk about Native American World War II Code Talkers. Warren Gohl will be on hand at the July 28 meeting of the Grafton Historical Society, speaking about their form of communication and their critical role in the U.S. Military during WWII and beyond.
North Greene Jr.-Sr. High Seeking Info on Alumni Veterans
North Greene Jr.-Sr. High School staff and students are seeking to honor alumni of the school who have served or are currently serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. Staff at the school are currently collecting names and pictures (if possible) of North Greene graduates who have gone on to be in the military.
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