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MERCO’s Upset Bid Comes Up Short Against Rockford Christian

January 8, 2023 Ty Taylor

Rockford Christian thwarted Mercer County’s bid for an upset at the Rock Falls Shootout 68-62 Saturday. The Golden Eagles trailed by as many as 13 points in the second quarter. Mercer County was able to [FULL STORY]

Rebels Hand Golden Eagles Disappointing Loss

January 7, 2023 Ty Taylor

Stark County held Mercer County in check offensively on their way to a 55-45 win in Lincoln Trail Conference play Friday. The Rebels led by as many as 13 points twice. Daniel Kieser led all [FULL STORY]

WRMJ Audio: Sherrard High School Winter Play Friday & Saturday Night

January 6, 2023 Ty Taylor

The Sherrard High School winter play is set for this weekend. Sophomore Kevin Brimeyer is in the cast of TRAP and spoke with WRMJ this week. Showtimes are 7 p.m., Friday and Saturday.

Rockets Can’t Grab First Win In Loss To Morrison

January 6, 2023 Ty Taylor

Rockridge is still searching for their first win of the season in girls basketball after a 58-34 loss at home to Morrison Thursday. The Rockets were led in scoring by Chloe Strachan with 14 points. [FULL STORY]

WRMJ Sportsline Interview: Creating Online Illinois High School Basketball Resource; NestoHoops Builds Following

January 6, 2023 Ty Taylor

Aaron Britton or NestoHoops was a guest on the WRMJ Sportsline Saturday. He has compiled a massive database covering Illinois high school basketball.

Robert ‘Bob’ John Dodge – Services 1/10/23

January 5, 2023 Cynthia Stoner

Robert “Bob” John Dodge, 69 of rural Aledo, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on Wednesday, January 4, 2023. Visitation is 4 to 6 p.m., Monday, January 9, at Dennison Funeral Home, [FULL STORY]

Knoxville Downs Mercer County In LTC Girls Play

January 5, 2023 Ty Taylor

Mercer County lost their third straight game to start 2023 in a 44-30 road loss to Knoxville. The Golden Eagles got a pair of double-doubles from their frontcourt. Gabriella McPeek scored 13 points and grabbed [FULL STORY]

Aledo’s New Rep In Congress Among Republican Group Blocking McCarthy For Speaker

January 5, 2023 Ty Taylor

Aledo’s new representation in Congress having an impact on the next Speaker of the House selection. And there’s still no Speaker following a second day of voting. The House adjourned Wednesday night and will reconvene [FULL STORY]

High School Spotlight: MERCO’s Salmon Taking Great Start Into PIT

January 4, 2023 Ty Taylor

WRMJ talked with Mercer County High School sophomore wrestler Bodie Salmon for the High School Spotlight Wednesday. Salmon is 19-4 to start the 2022-23 season at 170 pounds. Mercer County will compete this weekend at the Princeton [FULL STORY]

WRMJ Interview: Amy Celebrating 59th Year Of ‘The PIT’

January 4, 2023 Ty Taylor

2000 Rockridge High School grad Steve Amy is in his 15th year as head wrestling coach at Princeton High School, which hosts the 59th Princeton Invitational Tournament this weekend.