Month: February 2025

Mayor Chris Hagloch joined Focus to discuss a new job opportunity and an important city utility program. The Aledo Police Department is hiring an administrative assistant, with applications open until February 24. This position, which [FULL STORY]

Aledo, IL – February is American Heart Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about heart disease, the leading cause of death among women in the United States. To emphasize the importance of heart health, [FULL STORY]

Mercer County should have a new public transportation service this summer. Morgan Lewis serves as Director of Transportation for Warren County. She has been working with the Mercer County Board and other county stakeholders. Lewis [FULL STORY]

Mercer County School District Superintendent Tim Farquer says he’s supportive of Unit 404 exploring a property tax abatement program to promote residential development.  He was at Tuesday night’s Mercer County Board meeting as that government [FULL STORY]

The Aledo City Council has approved funding for Fourth of July fireworks. The action taken this week says Mayor Chris Hagloch. J & M Displays out of Yarmouth, Iowa will again be responsible for the [FULL STORY]