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Rockets Rally To Win Over Saints

November 5, 2022 Ty Taylor

The Rockridge Rockets gave up 18 unanswered points but were able to regroup and rally for a 27-18 win over Bloomington Central Catholic in the second round of the IHSA Class 2A playoffs in Bloomington. [FULL STORY]

Susan DeBlock – Services 11/9/22

November 4, 2022 Cynthia Stoner

Susan DeBlock, 76 of Viola, died Thursday, November 3, 2022, at her home, with her family at her side. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, November 9, at St. [FULL STORY]

John L. Sproston – Services 11/6/22

November 4, 2022 Cynthia Stoner

John L. Sproston, 88 of Aledo, died Thursday, November 3, 2022 at Brookstone of Aledo. Services are 2:30 p.m., Sunday, November 6, at Fippinger Funeral Home in Aledo. Burial is in the Hamlet Cemetery. Visitation [FULL STORY]

High School Spotlight: Gibson, Tigers Ready For State Cross Country Meet

November 3, 2022 Ty Taylor

WRMJ talked with Sherrard High School senior cross country runner Sarah Gibson for the High School Spotlight Thursday. The Tigers qualified for the IHSA State Girls Country Meet by finishing fifth at the Class 1A Oregon Sectional [FULL STORY]

WRMJ Interview: Illinois Native Loves Bobbleheads; Starts Hall Of Fame & Museum

November 3, 2022 Ty Taylor

There is a National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum. It’s located in Milwaukee and was founded by Phil Sklar, who was born and raised in Rockford, Illinois. He spoke with WRMJ this week.

7th Grade Golden Eagles Remain Unbeaten, Take PLC Travel Banner

November 3, 2022 Ty Taylor

Mercer County Junior High’s seventh grade girls basketball team moved to 17-0 with a 34-29 win over Rockridge Wednesday. With the win, the Golden Eagles are now in possession of the Prairieland Conference Travel Banner. [FULL STORY]

WRMJ Focus: Hear From Both Mercer County Sheriff Candidates

November 2, 2022 Ty Taylor

Mercer County Sheriff Dusty Terrill and challenger Dave Staley joined WRMJ for Focus last week. The election is November 8. Mercer County Sheriff Dusty Terrill Mercer County Candidate for Sheriff Dave Staley

High School Spotlight: Coulter, Golden Eagles Ready For State Cross Country Meet

November 2, 2022 Ty Taylor

WRMJ talked with Mercer County High School senior cross country runner Derek Coulter for the High School Spotlight Wednesday. The Mercer County boys cross country qualified for the state meet this weekend after finishing fifth at the [FULL STORY]

Relander Leads Golden Eagles Earning All-LTC Honors

November 2, 2022 Ty Taylor

Mercer County had four players named to the All-Lincoln Trail Conference first team for the 2022 football season. Owen Relander was a unanimous selection as a wide receiver and defensive back. Relander was the offensive [FULL STORY]

McPeek, Frieden Tabbed First Team All-LTC

November 2, 2022 Ty Taylor

Two Mercer County players were named to the All-Lincoln Trail Conference first team in volleyball. Gabriella McPeek and Madi Frieden were selected as first team all-conference honorees. The Golden Eagles had two players earn honorable [FULL STORY]