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Names Released In Sherrard Area Motorcycle Accident

August 18, 2021 Ty Taylor

A Sherrard couple identified as the two killed in a motorcycle crash last weekend on Knoxville Road. The names are Cory and Holly Larson, both age 48—released by Mercer County Coroner Greg Larson on Tuesday [FULL STORY]

Terrill Warning Of Text Scam

August 16, 2021 Ty Taylor

Another scam for Mercer County residents to be aware of. That’s Mercer County Sheriff Dusty Terrill. He spoke with WRMJ Monday morning.

Minor Injuries In Rural Sherrard Side-By-Side Rollover; Driver Cited With Reckless Driving & DUI

August 16, 2021 Ty Taylor

A rural Sherrard man cited for reckless driving and DUI following a weekend side-by-side crash. The mishap occurred near Campbell’s Drive, according to a Mercer County Sheriff’s Department press release. Upon arrival, deputies found the [FULL STORY]

Two Dead In Motorcycle Crash Near Sherrard

August 16, 2021 Ty Taylor

A driver and passenger are dead following a motorcycle crash on Knoxville Road near Sherrard. The accident occurred Sunday, according to a Mercer County Sheriff’s Department report. The driver was pronounced dead at the scene [FULL STORY]

More Side-By-Side Talk; Aledo City Council Brings Up Topic

August 15, 2021 Ty Taylor

The Aledo City Council wants more clarification from Mercer Township involving side-by-side usage. The issue was discussed at last week’s Aledo City Council meeting says Mayor Chris Hagloch. Last April, Mercer Township voters turned down [FULL STORY]

New Windsor Woman Facing Charges In QC Accident

August 15, 2021 Ty Taylor

An Oct. 12 trial date is set for a New Windsor woman charged in a hit-and-run crash in Rock Island County. Lily Stratton faces felony counts of failure to report an accident and aggravated DUI. [FULL STORY]

Air Conditioning Project Nearly Complete At Mercer County High School

August 15, 2021 Ty Taylor

The air conditioning project at Mercer County High School should be finished by early in the school year. An update from Unit 404 Superintendent Scott Petrie. The $360,000 project is funded through federal stimulus money. [FULL STORY]

WRMJ Interview: IHSA Talks Mask Issue; What Happens When Member Schools Defy Order

August 13, 2021 Ty Taylor

WRMJ Sports Director Jim Taylor visited with IHSA Executive Director Craig Anderson Friday morning. The two discussed the latest executive order requiring masks while students are indoors. Several schools have indicated they will defy the [FULL STORY]

New Three-Year Contract For Sherrard Teachers

August 13, 2021 Ty Taylor

The Sherrard School Board and the Sherrard Education Association have ratified a three-year labor agreement. Highlights of the new contract include bonuses for each year for three years, base salary increase, stipend for college classes, [FULL STORY]

Mercer County School District’s Return To Learn Plan Includes Masks

August 13, 2021 Ty Taylor

The Mercer County School Board adopts an amended return to learn plan. The action taken at a special meeting Thursday night following over 30-minutes of public comment. The district’s plan will follow the Governor’s latest [FULL STORY]