Month: July 2025

Kids Day is in full swing at the 2025 Mercer County Fair, and the grounds are buzzing with excitement, energy, and the sound of midway rides whirring to life. Wristbands are on, the sun is [FULL STORY]

The Mercer County VFW is teeing up for its annual golf outing this Saturday at Gibson Woods Golf Course in Monmouth, and organizers say a few spots remain for teams looking to take part in [FULL STORY]

The latest contract negotiation meeting between the Mercer County School District and the union that represents its teachers ended without a deal being reached and the Mercer County Education Association (MCEA) filing for mediation on [FULL STORY]

Progress continues on the Aledo Aquatics Center project says Aledo Mayor Chris Hagloch. At Monday’s city council meting, the City of Aledo approved issuing up to $4 million in General Obligation Bonds for the project. [FULL STORY]

The Mercer County Fair is a place for fun, food, and families—but behind the scenes, important work is quietly taking place. One group making a big difference with a humble presence is the Mercer County [FULL STORY]

2025 Mercer County High School graduate Sarah Hess was crowned Miss Mercer County Fair Queen on Tuesday night. She spoke with WRMJ following the pageant. Natalie Taylor won the Junior Miss competition, and Karmyn Plohr [FULL STORY]

One of Mercer County’s most historic youth organizations is celebrating a remarkable milestone this week. The Kimel 4-H Club is turning 100 years old, and club leader Becky Zwilling is making sure fairgoers get the [FULL STORY]

The Mercer County Farm Bureau is helping carry on county fair traditions this week in Aledo, especially with a favorite for younger fairgoers—Wednesday’s Kiddie Tractor Pull. Farm Bureau Manager Jenna Preston joined Terry James on [FULL STORY]

The 2025 Mercer County Fair is hopping with excitement—especially around the rabbit barn. WRMJ’s Terry James caught up with three young rabbit show participants: Charley Stuaan, Frankie Stuaan, and Kori Stuaan. Frankie had reason to [FULL STORY]