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Deputies Execute Theft & Failure To Appear Arrest Warrant In New Boston

January 23, 2022 Ty Taylor

A New Boston man arrested on theft and failure to appear warrants. 35-year-old Andrew Wilkens was taken into custody on Friday by Mercer County Sheriff’s Deputies. He is being held in the Mercer County Jail [FULL STORY]

WRMJ Audio: Brian Dennison Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Interview Program

January 23, 2022 Ty Taylor

Coverage from Brian Dennison’s Hall of Fame induction ceremony and interview program from Friday night. Son Jacob Dennison: 2018 Mercer County graduate Josie Finch: Mercer County girls track coach Lara Swanson: 2013 Mercer County graduate [FULL STORY]

Golden Eagles Win On Hall Of Fame Night

January 22, 2022 Ty Taylor

The Mercer County Golden Eagles sent a big crowd home happy Friday night with a 63-28 win over Wethersfield. Mercer County used an 18-0 run in the first half to pull away. Owen Relander led [FULL STORY]

Sherrard, Rockridge Stay On Collision Course

January 21, 2022 Ty Taylor

Sherrard and Rockridge both picked up victories Thursday night to stay tied atop the Three Rivers Athletic Conference’s west division with Monmouth-Roseville. These two will meet Monday night at Rockridge. Rockridge won a double dual [FULL STORY]

Update: Suspect Still Being Sought In Sherrard Teen’s 2020 Shooting Death

January 21, 2022 Ty Taylor

Information continues to be sought on the whereabouts of a Quad Cities man charged with gunning down a Sherrard teen over one year ago. 16-year-old Dylan McAlester was killed in mid-December of 2020 in Rock [FULL STORY]

WRMJ Interview: Plenty Of Fun & Plenty Of Wins (301); Sherrard Wrestling Coach Jeff Garrett Continues To Find Success

January 20, 2022 Ty Taylor

WRMJ caught up with Sherrard High School wrestling coach Jeff Garrett for an extended interview. He recently captured his 300th coaching victory.

Celebrating Mercer County; Countywide Event Planned

January 20, 2022 Ty Taylor

The Mercer County Board planning a celebration for later this month. Economic Development Coordinator Kasi Henshaw Is organizing the event. The event is Friday, Jan. 28 beginning at 6 p.m. at the Mercer County High [FULL STORY]

WRMJ Interview: Sherrard High School’s Steven Shaw Enjoys Making Music; Hopes To Make Career Of It

January 20, 2022 Ty Taylor

WRMJ spoke with Sherrard High School senior Steven Shaw. He is proud member of the band program and plays clarinet. Steven has earned all-state honors from the Illinois Music Education Association.

Unit 404 Board Of Education Continues To Discuss Facility Needs

January 20, 2022 Ty Taylor

More discussion involving facilities and a potential referendum in the Mercer County School District. Plenty of public comment at a Unit 404 Board of Education meeting Wednesday night. Mike Bowns is school board president. The [FULL STORY]

Aledo Seeking State Grant Funding For Downtown

January 20, 2022 Ty Taylor

The City of Aledo applying for a state grant. Mayor Chris Hagloch updated the city council on the process this week. The city is seeking $3-million in funding.