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On Getting Back To Playing High School Sports: “Every action we take now is big” says multi-sport coach Kyle Benson from Le-Win

July 31, 2020 WRMJ Newsroom

WRMJ Sports Director Jim Taylor visited with Lena-Winslow head basketball coach and assistant football coach Kyle Benson Friday night. After the IHSA released its modified schedule this week, Benson Tweeted “Thank you IHSA for giving [FULL STORY]

Preemption Area Accident Injures One

July 31, 2020 WRMJ Newsroom

A two-vehicle accident south of Preemption results in minor injuries. The mishap occurred early Wednesday afternoon, according to a Mercer County Sheriff’s Department report. 71 year old Sydney Depooter of Moline was driving southbound when [FULL STORY]

12 New COVID-19 Cases Reported In Mercer County Thursday

July 30, 2020 WRMJ Newsroom

On a day when the state’s total daily COVID-19 cases hits its highest number in more than two months, Mercer County has its biggest day ever—with 12 cases reported on Thursday. The state announced more [FULL STORY]

United Grad Named Monmouth College Campus Safety Director

July 30, 2020 WRMJ Newsroom

A United High School grad has been named Monmouth College director of campus safety. Nick Ehlen takes over the position. He has been with the college since 2015, where he was working alongside the previous [FULL STORY]

Luminaria Stroll Planned For Mid-August

July 30, 2020 WRMJ Newsroom

There won’t be a traditional Relay For Life of Mercer County this summer, but fundraising is still taking place and there will be something called a Luminaria Stroll says organizer Mary Flint. To purchase [FULL STORY]

WRMJ Interview: Something To Look Forward To; Rockridge’s Henry Has No Complaints With Modified IHSA Schedule

July 30, 2020 WRMJ Newsroom

Jeff Henry serves as head football coach, head boys track coach and assistant boys basketball coach at Rockridge High School. He spoke with WRMJ News Director Jim Taylor Wednesday evening about the modified IHSA schedule [FULL STORY]

Retherford Named New Post Commander at Mercer County VFW

July 30, 2020 WRMJ Newsroom

There is a new Post Commander at the Mercer County VFW. 2003 Westmer grad Andrew Retherford has a promising outlook on Post 1571’s future. Retherford served in the U.S. Army. He took over as [FULL STORY]

Fire Destroys Viola Home

July 29, 2020 WRMJ Newsroom

A Viola home destroyed by a fire early Wednesday morning. Viola Fire Chief Jim Morrison says firefighters were on the scene until 9:30 a.m.

IHSA Board Approves Modified Schedule For 2020-21 School Year

July 29, 2020 WRMJ Newsroom

The Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Board of Directors met for a special meeting on July 29, 2020, where the Board announced its intended plans for the 2020-21 school year. The plan has been sent [FULL STORY]

WRMJ Audio: Gov. Pritzker Announces Safety Guidelines for Youth & Adult Recreational Sports; Decision Impacts IHSA

July 29, 2020 WRMJ Newsroom

Audio from Governor J.B. Pritzker’s press conference Wednesday. Governor JB Pritzker announced today guidance for youth and adult recreational sports, including, but not limited to, school-based sports, travel clubs, private leagues and clubs, recreational leagues [FULL STORY]