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U.S. 67 Reckless Driver Complaint In Mercer County Leads To Other Charges

February 28, 2022 Ty Taylor

A reckless driver complaint on U.S. 67 leads to several charges against an area man. According to a Mercer County Sheriff’s Department press release, the suspect car was located Saturday and as a result, Greyson [FULL STORY]

New Full-Time K9 For Henderson County Sheriff’s Dept.

February 27, 2022 Ty Taylor

The Henderson County Sheriff’s Dept. announcing a new full-time K9 program for the Henderson County Sheriff’s Office. Chief Deputy Matthew Link has been in contact with Matt Greenlief of Cedar Creek Kennels in Monmouth and [FULL STORY]

Anderson Supporting Senate Republicans Push To Empower Parents In Their Children’s Education

February 27, 2022 Ty Taylor

Local State Senator Neil Anderson of Andalusia supporting legislation unveiled by the Illinois Senate Republican Caucus. The Senators’ legislative package aims to empower parents with new bills designed to allow them greater access to school [FULL STORY]

WRMJ Audio: MLB Lockout Continues, But IHSA Baseball Starts Monday

February 27, 2022 Ty Taylor

WRMJ caught up with Mercer County High School baseball coach Jacob Harrison on Sunday, a day before the official start of the IHSA baseball season. IHSA softball practice can also begin on Monday.

ISP Warn Motorists Of Potential Traffic Flow Issues Stemming From Convoy

February 27, 2022 Ty Taylor

The Illinois State Police cautions motorists who engage in acts that could endanger the safety of the motoring public. Illinois State Police officials have become aware of a planned event along several interstate corridors scheduled [FULL STORY]

Rockets Claim Regional Title

February 26, 2022 Ty Taylor

The Rockridge Rockets were able to beat the Riverdale Rams on their home floor Friday night to win a regional championship. The Rockets were led in scoring by Nate Henry and Jase Whiteman, each with [FULL STORY]

IDNR Releases Mercer County Deer Hunting Data

February 26, 2022 Ty Taylor

The final deer hunting numbers have been tabulated for Mercer County from this past season. Youth hunters took in 6 deer; muzzleloader hunters 33; late winter hunters 108; firearm hunters 740; and archery hunters 504 [FULL STORY]

WRMJ Interviews: Saey, Henry & Klemme After Regional Championship Win

February 25, 2022 Ty Taylor

WRMJ talked with Rockridge head coach Andy Saey, Nate Henry and Carson Klemme after the Rockets beat Riverdale 58-52 Friday night to win a regional championship. Rockridge head coach Andy Saey: Rockridge senior Nate [FULL STORY]

Plenty Of Attention Over Vaping Concerns; Mercer County High School Principal Sends Email To Parents

February 24, 2022 Ty Taylor

WRMJ spoke with Mercer County High School principal Stacey Day Thursday following an email she sent to parents. MCHS Parents – I’m sure some of you have seen or heard the story on [FULL STORY]

WRMJ Interview: Catching Up With Retired Coach Brian Hutton

February 24, 2022 Ty Taylor

Brian Hutton’s coaching career spanned 34 years. He coached his last game at Sherrard High School last Saturday as the Tigers were eliminated in regional play in a loss at Monmouth-Roseville. He spoke with WRMJ [FULL STORY]