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‘Ride 4 The Heck Of It’ Tractor Ride Saturday; Sign-Up At Fairgrounds

August 31, 2023 Ty Taylor

The Mercer County Fair Board President has plenty of good things to say about the late Spike Heck. A tractor ride honors his contributions to the event. Rita Williams says it’s a fitting tribute. The [FULL STORY]

High School Sports Spotlight: Kunzman Shining For Sherrard On The Course

August 31, 2023 Ty Taylor

WRMJ spoke with Sherrard High School senior golfer Marissa Kunzman Thursday for the High School Sports Spotlight. Kunzman medaled in both meets this week for the Tigers.

West Nile Virus Evidence Confirmed In Mercer County; Mosquito Batch Tests Positive

August 31, 2023 Ty Taylor

West Nile Virus has been detected in the Mercer County mosquito population. Mercer County Health Department wants to remind residents to avoid mosquito bites. Reduce your risk of contracting West Nile virus by taking the [FULL STORY]

Golden Eagles Fall In Three Sets To Kewanee

August 31, 2023 Ty Taylor

Mercer County (2-5) lost in volleyball to Kewanee (4-5) in three sets Wednesday. The Golden Eagles took the first set, 25-19. Kewanee rallied to take the second and third sets, 27-25, 25-22, to earn the [FULL STORY]

WRMJ Audio: Remembering Michael Clark; He Left His Mark

August 30, 2023 Ty Taylor

Sign painter and artist Michael Clark remembered fondly for his distinct work throughout the area and throughout the country. His personality and loving spirit resonated with many, including his deep connection with the Walldogs group. [FULL STORY]

High School Sports Spotlight: MERCO’s Hays Finds Passion With Cross Country

August 30, 2023 Ty Taylor

WRMJ spoke with Mercer County High School junior cross country runner Ingrid Hays for the High School Sports Spotlight Wednesday. Hays medaled at the Annawan-Wethersfield invitational over the weekend, finishing 19th.

Michael D. Clark – Services 9/2/23

August 30, 2023 Cynthia Stoner

Michael D. Clark, 64 of Aledo, died Wednesday, August 30, 2023, at Genesis Medical Center, East Campus, Davenport after a courageous battle with cancer. Memorial services will be 11 a.m., Saturday, September 2, at the [FULL STORY]

Week 1 IHSA AP Football Poll

August 30, 2023 Ty Taylor

The Associated Press (AP) Week 1 IHSA football poll was released Wednesday afternoon. The Rockridge Rockets are ranked 10th in Class 2A. WRMJ will post the polls each week. WRMJ’s Ty Taylor is an AP [FULL STORY]

Wyffels Hybrids – Between The Rows Field Report 8-30-23

August 30, 2023 Ty Taylor

Here is Paul Rosmann with the Wyffels Hybrids Between the Rows Field Report.

Update On Aquatics Center Project

August 30, 2023 Ty Taylor

Fundraising efforts picking up for the proposed aquatics center in Aledo. Mayor Chris Hagloch was asked about the project at a recent city council meeting. The estimated $6-million project was unveiled last September. The center [FULL STORY]