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Business Spotlight – Mercer County Towing

November 8, 2023 Ty Taylor

Today on the WRMJ Business Spotlight, Terry James talks with John Bell, the new manager of Mercer County Towing. They will discuss the connection to Brad’s Collision Service, the 24/7 service offered, and the convenience [FULL STORY]

Deputies Honored For Their Response To New Windsor Shooting

November 8, 2023 Ty Taylor

Two Mercer County Sherriff’s Deputies recognized for their efforts responding to a New Windsor shooting earlier this year. Sheriff Dusty Terrill made the presentation at Tuesday night’s Mercer County Board meeting. The defendant in the [FULL STORY]

Snap A Picture And You Could See Blake Shelton Live

November 7, 2023 Ty Taylor

WRMJ is giving you a chance to win tickets to see Blake Shelton! Have someone take a picture of you with the WRMJ App open – just like our Kia Winsor is doing right here! [FULL STORY]

TRAC Announces 2023 Boys Soccer All-Conference Teams

November 7, 2023 Ty Taylor

The Three Rivers Athletic Conference (TRAC) announced its 2023 all-conference boys soccer teams Monday. The conference-champion Mendota Trojans led the league with four first team all-conference selections. David Casas, Kaleb Kleckner, Johan Cortez, and Izaiah [FULL STORY]

Jean Swanson – Services 11/11/23

November 7, 2023 Cynthia Stoner

Jean Swanson, 86, formerly of Viola, Illinois, passed away on Sunday, November 5, 2023, after a long life, well-lived. Funeral services will be at Dennison Funeral Home, Viola, at 11 a.m., Saturday, November 11, with [FULL STORY]

Police Promotions Approved By Aledo City Council

November 7, 2023 Ty Taylor

Some personnel moves impacting the City of Aledo Police Department. Here’s the rundown from interim police chief Trevor Fisk. The Aledo City Council approved the moves Monday night.

Sherrard School District Readying For Junior High Ag Program

November 7, 2023 Ty Taylor

The Sherrard School District ag program expanding. It will now include a junior high component says high school ag teacher Bill Hammes. The Sherrard School Board approved the junior high ag program earlier this school [FULL STORY]

Hockenberry Sex Abuse & Harassment Cases Continued To Next Month

November 7, 2023 Ty Taylor

Another court date has been scheduled for a Seaton man charged in separate sex abuse and harassment cases. 50-year-old Mark Hockenberry will return to Mercer County Circuit Court on December 18. The status hearing was [FULL STORY]

Attorney Seeks Fitness Report For New Windsor Attempted Murder Defendant

November 6, 2023 Ty Taylor

A Nov. 28 status hearing scheduled for a New Windsor man charged in separate attempted murder cases in Mercer County. The date was set Monday morning in Mercer County Circuit Court for 32-year-old Trenton Deshane. [FULL STORY]

Betty L. Johnson – Graveside Services 11/9/23

November 6, 2023 Cynthia Stoner

Betty L. Johnson, 87 of Aledo, Illinois, died Friday, November 3, 2023, at Mercer Manor, Aledo. Graveside services are 2 p.m., Thursday, November 9, at Aledo Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Alzheimer’s Association. [FULL STORY]