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Anderson Opposes Legislation Placing New Restrictions On Gun Ownership In Illinois

March 15, 2018 Ty Taylor

New restrictions on gun ownership clear the Illinois Senate, but local State Senator Neil Anderson of Andalusia voted against the three bills. One measure bans possession of semi-automatic firearms for those under the age of [FULL STORY]

Maple Leafs Top Rockets, Chargers Over Red Storm

March 15, 2018 Ty Taylor

The Rockridge Rocket baseball and softball teams opened their seasons on the road at Geneseo and both clubs suffered losses. Meanwhile Orion’s baseball and softball teams picked up victories over Ridgewood and United in non-conference [FULL STORY]

One Person Dead In Henderson County Crash

March 14, 2018 Ty Taylor

A Little York man has died in a one vehicle accident in Henderson County. The crash occurred early this afternoon along Illinois Route 94 at Henderson County Road 1650E. State Police say the pick-up truck [FULL STORY]

Donors Needed For Next Mercer County Blood Draw

March 14, 2018 Ty Taylor

Donors needed for next week’s Mercer County American Red Cross blood draw. Mary Flint is promoting the event. Walk-ins are welcome or you can call 582-7615 for an appointment. Next Tuesday’s (3/20) draw will be [FULL STORY]

Hunter Education Safety Course This Weekend In Keithsburg

March 14, 2018 Ty Taylor

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources offering a local hunter education safety course this weekend. Allen Henshaw of Keithsburg has been a longtime IDNR instructor. The two-day class is from Noon-to-5 p.m. this Saturday and [FULL STORY]

Sherrard High School Planning Military Recognition Board

March 14, 2018 Ty Taylor

Sherrard High School in the initial stages of crafting a military recognition board. Connie Helm is involved with the effort. The military recognition board will be placed in the high school commons area. Alumni from [FULL STORY]

Optional Assembly At Mercer County High School; No Student Walkout Wednesday

March 13, 2018 Ty Taylor

An optional assembly will be offered at Mercer County High School on Wednesday and there will not be a student walkout. Junior Cal Bigham says the assembly will focus on student safety issues. Bigham says [FULL STORY]

Four Felony Charges Filed In Keithsburg Break-In Case

March 13, 2018 Ty Taylor

Four felony charges have been filed against a Keithsburg man stemming from an incident earlier this month. 24 year old Alan Wayne Stanley is accused of breaking into a Keithsburg apartment with a gun during [FULL STORY]

Talking High School Sports on the Radio: State Tournament Basketball Attendance Woes More Than Four-Class Issue

March 13, 2018 Ty Taylor

The latest segment of Jim & Brian Talking High School Sports on the Radio involves discussion of attendance at the IHSA state basketball tournament.

Local County Farm Bureaus Organize This Friday’s Women In Ag Conference

March 13, 2018 Ty Taylor

Local county Farm Bureaus teaming up for the 7th Annual Women in Ag conference later this week. The all-day session is Friday beginning at 8:30 a.m. at Jumer’s Casino in Rock Island. Rock Island County [FULL STORY]