Jim Taylor

ISP Warn Motorists Of Potential Traffic Flow Issues Stemming From Convoy

The Illinois State Police cautions motorists who engage in acts that could endanger the safety of the motoring public. Illinois State Police officials have become aware of a planned event along several interstate corridors scheduled for Saturday, February 26 to…

Rockets Claim Regional Title

The Rockridge Rockets were able to beat the Riverdale Rams on their home floor Friday night to win a regional championship. The Rockets were led in scoring by Nate Henry and Jase Whiteman, each with 18 points. Riverdale was 10-0…

IDNR Releases Mercer County Deer Hunting Data

The final deer hunting numbers have been tabulated for Mercer County from this past season. Youth hunters took in 6 deer; muzzleloader hunters 33; late winter hunters 108; firearm hunters 740; and archery hunters 504 for a total deer harvest…

WRMJ Interviews: Saey, Henry & Klemme After Regional Championship Win

WRMJ talked with Rockridge head coach Andy Saey, Nate Henry and Carson Klemme after the Rockets beat Riverdale 58-52 Friday night to win a regional championship.   Rockridge head coach Andy Saey: Rockridge senior Nate Henry: Rockridge sophomore Carson Klemme:

WRMJ Interview: Catching Up With Retired Coach Brian Hutton

Brian Hutton’s coaching career spanned 34 years. He coached his last game at Sherrard High School last Saturday as the Tigers were eliminated in regional play in a loss at Monmouth-Roseville. He spoke with WRMJ Thursday.

Matherville Lakeside Path Set To Open This Summer

A walking trail circling Matherville Lake is on the way this summer. Alex Johnson is helping lead the project. The 1.25-mile path will begin on the beachside and move through the old campground on the east side of the lake.

State Senate Unanimously Approves Anderson Dispatcher Bill

Local State Senator Neil Anderson’s bill to classify dispatchers as first responders passes the State Senate. The bill won unanimous approval in the State Senate on a 53-to-0 vote and now moves to the Illinois House, where the measure is…