Month: February 2025

Getting approved for Illinois Housing Development Authority tax credits remains a key piece for the proposed $16.4 million Northside Lofts project at the former Aledo Junior High property on North College Avenue. A community meeting [FULL STORY]

It looks like there will be a future for the former Casey’s site in Aledo. Smith’s Custom Meats will be relocating to the property. Mayor Chris Hagloch told WRMJ Thursday night that the business is [FULL STORY]

The Sherrard School District embarking on strategic planning and will be looking for community input says Unit 200 Superintendent Carl Johnson. Johnson says dates are being finalized for strategic planning sessions.

Mercer County Search and Rescue (MCSAR) is inviting the community to support their mission at the upcoming Fiesta Night Fundraiser on Saturday, February 22. The event, held in the basement of the VFW in Aledo [FULL STORY]

Aledo, Illinois, is currently experiencing significant snowfall as a winter storm moves through the region. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning, effective until 3:00 AM  on Thursday, February 13, 2025. Residents [FULL STORY]

It is official. The Aledo Park District Board has approved the closure of Fenton Park Pool. The action taken this week says board president Tanner Dunn. The Fenton Park Pool was constructed in 1938 and [FULL STORY]