Local State Rep. Dan Swanson says masks should be a local control issue for schools, but he is warning districts about possible consequences and repercussions should they decide to defy Governor J.B. Pritzker’s latest executive order. Swanson speaking with WRMJ…
An Alford plea has been entered in the criminal case against a Viola man. 43-year-old David Lee Richardson was originally facing Class X and Class 1 felonies in a sex assault investigation. The charges involved a child under the age…
The Viola Boyz Backroad Speedway having a great first season. The dirt go-kart track will host a Summer Nationals event this Friday and Saturday says promoter Chad Kinsey. Hot laps start at 6:30 p.m. Friday and 4 p.m. Saturday.
Retaining police officers receives plenty of discussion from the Aledo City Council’s Police & Personnel Committee. There’s been plenty of turnover due to a myriad of issues says Aledo Police Chief Chris Sullivan. He’s hoping some steps can be taken…
The Rockridge School Board hears plenty of discussion on defying the Governor’s executive order on students and teachers wearing masks in the new school year. Over an hour of public comment was presented at last night’s board meeting, including from…
As the community celebrates the life of former Aledo businessman Gene Cooper, one of his key contributions was investing in local radio. Cooper was among a group of local investors, including John Hoscheidt, that acquired WRMJ from station founder Roger…
The Boat-In Breakfast set for this coming weekend in Keithsburg. It marks the 51st year for the event, which is sponsored by the Keithsburg Boat Club says organizer Tammy Chism. Serving is from 6 a.m. to Noon on Sunday, Aug.…
The new school year starts Tuesday for students in the Sherrard School District. This marks the last year for Superintendent Alan Boucher. He is retiring at the end of the school year and the search is underway for his replacement.…
Marching bands will get back on the field in the fall. And the Marching Eagles are getting ready for the season with marching band camp this week says Mercer County band director Rusty Ruggles. There are about 100 kids in…
After a modified calendar last school year, a traditional IHSA schedule returns this school year. The new season begins Monday with the first official day of fall practices. Always an exciting time for West Central head football coach Jason Kirby.…
