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Mercer County Sheriff’s Dept. Investigating Shots Fired Complaint Near Joy

January 16, 2019 Ty Taylor

The Mercer County Sheriff’s Department investigating a shots fired complaint in rural Joy. There were no immediate arrests made and reports are being forwarded to the Mercer County State’s Attorney’s office for review. The incident [FULL STORY]

Meeting Discusses Mercer County VFW’s Future

January 16, 2019 Ty Taylor

WRMJ News Director Jim Taylor spoke with Nick Seefeld this morning about a Tuesday night meeting concerning the future of the Mercer County VFW. The facility is facing some financial challenges and needs some upgrades. [FULL STORY]

Eagles Win Shootout, Rockets Keep Rolling

January 16, 2019 Ty Taylor

Mercer County picked up their second win of the season over Ridgewood in another high scoring affair in Lincoln Trail Conference boys basketball action Tuesday night. Rockridge won their fourth game in a row topping [FULL STORY]

Andalusia’s Anderson Named Assistant Republican Leader in State Senate

January 16, 2019 Ty Taylor

Local State Senator Neil Anderson of Andalusia appointed to Senate Republican Leadership. Senate Republican Leader Bill Brady named Anderson as Assistant Republican Leader this week. In his new role, Anderson will work closely with Senate [FULL STORY]

High School Sports Spotlight: Rockridge Senior Peters Wins Illinois Cheerleading Coaches Association Scholarship

January 16, 2019 Ty Taylor

WRMJ Sports Director Jim Taylor visited with Rockridge senior Erin Peters this week. She is a member of the Rockets competitive cheerleading squad and recently won a scholarship from the Illinois Cheerleading Coaches Association.

Anderson Leaving Mercer County Farm Bureau For Midwest Dairy Association

January 15, 2019 Ty Taylor

Mercer County Farm Bureau manager Kendra Anderson is stepping down. She has accepted a position with the Midwest Dairy Association. Anderson, a Lena-Winslow High School and Iowa State University grad has been with the Mercer [FULL STORY]

Rockridge Teacher In Running For ‘National Music Educator of the Year Award’

January 15, 2019 Ty Taylor

Some more recognition for the Rockridge music program. Curtis Fischer-Oelschlaeger is up for for a national honor says Rockridge High School principal Katy Hasson. Fischer-Oelschlaeger was recognized by the Rockridge Board of Education Monday night.

Aledo TIF Committee Recommends Hiring TIF Consultant; New Tenant Possible For Industrial Park

January 15, 2019 Ty Taylor

The Aledo City Council’s TIF committee recommending hiring a TIF consultant. The committee also discussed the potential of a new tenant for the Aledo Industrial Park says Mayor Chris Hagloch. Hagloch is hoping a deal [FULL STORY]

WRMJ Interview: Orion’s Dan Diamond Talks Bob Mitton Invite

January 15, 2019 Ty Taylor

WRMJ Sports Director Jim Taylor spoke with Orion head wrestling coach Dan Diamond this morning. Orion is hosting the 36th Annual Bob Mitton Invite this week.

Higher Seeds Win In LTC Tourney

January 15, 2019 Ty Taylor

All the higher seeds won in the girls Lincoln Trail Conference basketball tournament in Princeville Monday night. After pool play games were cancelled on Saturday, the tournament continued with Mercer County, Princeville, Stark County and [FULL STORY]