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George D. Gritton – Graveside Services 6/7/23

June 5, 2023 Cynthia Stoner

George D. Gritton, 100 of Aledo, passed away Saturday, June 3, 2023, at his home. Graveside services, with military rites, will be 1 p.m., Wednesday, June 7, at Aledo Cemetery. Nichols Bewley Funeral and Cremation [FULL STORY]

Bush Ready For Rockridge Superintendent Role

June 5, 2023 Ty Taylor

The new Rockridge superintendent getting into the swing of things. Marcus Bush was a fan during the Rockets run to a third consecutive state softball title. Bush’s first official day on the job is July [FULL STORY]

Ride 17 Music Festival Coming To Mercer County This Fall

June 5, 2023 Ty Taylor

A new attraction coming to Mercer County later this year. It’s called the Ride 17 Music Festival says Visit MerCo’s Kasi Henshaw. The event will be held on October 14.

First Look At Aledo Independent Film

June 5, 2023 Ty Taylor

The locals get a look at an independent film shot in Aledo last year. A screening was held Sunday at the Mercer County High School Auditorium, where filmmaker Christina Shaver spoke with WRMJ. The name [FULL STORY]

More Big Crowds For Aledo Rhubarb Festival

June 5, 2023 Ty Taylor

Another year of big crowds at Aledo’s Rhubarb Festival. Even some first timers, who traveled from out of state. They spoke with WRMJ’s Terry James Saturday at Aledo Central Park. The 32nd Rhubarb Festival will [FULL STORY]

WRMJ Audio: Highlights, Postgame Reaction From Rockridge’s Third Straight State Championship

June 3, 2023 Ty Taylor

The Rockridge Rockets (38-1) rolled to their third straight Class 2A softball state championship with a 7-1 victory over Beecher (36-5) in Peoria Saturday afternoon. Rockridge jumped on top 3-0 in the first inning, the [FULL STORY]

WRMJ Audio: Highlights, Postgame Reaction From Rockridge’s Semifinal Win Over St. Anthony

June 2, 2023 Ty Taylor

Rockridge (37-1) defeated St. Anthony (24-4), 6-2, Friday to advance to the IHSA 2A state championship game. Kori Needham opened the scoring in the bottom of the first inning with an RBI double. St. Anthony [FULL STORY]

WRMJ Will Broadcast State-Bound Rockridge Softball!

June 2, 2023 Ty Taylor

Listen to WRMJ for coverage of the Class 2A State Softball Semifinal game as Rockridge meets Effingham St. Anthony on Friday at the Louisville Slugger Complex in Peoria. Join Ty Taylor and Glen Cook at [FULL STORY]

WRMJ Interview: Hoopin’ In The Park; Sherrard’s Johnson Taking Summer Basketball To Playground

June 2, 2023 Ty Taylor

Entering summer break, WRMJ caught up with Sherrard boys basketball coach Alex Johnson. He spoke about a new free throw rule taking effect next season, but also took time to detail a youth basketball effort [FULL STORY]

Year 31 For Rhubarb Fest

June 2, 2023 Ty Taylor

Rhubarb Fest underway in Aledo. One of the big attractions on Saturday is Crafts in the Courtyard from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. says organizers Pam Myers and Pam Ricke. Over 80 exhibitors will be [FULL STORY]