Power outages can happen any time of year but a temporary power option that many choose during these outages is a generator. Ameren Illinois is highlighting the importance of how to use one safely. The utility’s Brian Bretsch says Ameren…
The Mercer County Christmas Clearinghouse is ramping up for the 2020 holiday season. The program pairs needy families with sponsors who provide a Christmas food basket. The Mercer County Jaycees also provide toys for the cause. Darla Phelps helps organize…
State officials say they are very concerned about the rise in COVID-19 cases in Illinois. They are also on the rise in Mercer County with 14-cases since July 16th and 43 overall. Statewide, the Illinois Department of Public Health reported…
The Aledo City Council hears from local businessman Mark Bieri. He confirmed Monday night he is the buyer for Hawthorn Ridge Golf Course. His plans are for a campground at the property. He asked aldermen about supporting a Mercer County…
WRMJ Sports Director Jim Taylor sat down with Tab Balmer Thursday night. Balmer has been involved in the Aledo YSF youth football program since its beginning in 1999. Youngsters grades 3rd through 6th can play, but sign-ups have been slow…
Local State Rep. Dan Swanson continues to bring attention to Lyme Disease. He has again sponsored a resolution declaring May as Lyme Disease Awareness Month in Illinois. Click here for the Illinois Tick Surveillance Map.
FROM THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE–QUAD CITIES…WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THURSDAY THROUGH 7 AM FRIDAY MORNING… * WHAT…Heavy snow possible, with snowfall rates up to an inch an hour. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches,…
Severe weather possible for Saturday. Meteorologist Tim Gross with the National Weather Service in the Quad Cities spoke with WRMJ Friday morning. The Storm Prediction Center has a moderate risk of severe storms Saturday south and east of a…
Mercer County 4-H invites the community to join them for their annual Soup Cook-Off this Saturday from 5-to-7 p.m. at the Aledo Fire Station. This is a free supper with all food donated by 4-H and community members. Cash…
WRMJ’s “The Edge of Country” will not air on Sunday, March 8, due to coverage of Illinois basketball. “The Edge of Country” will come to you again on Sunday, March 15, at 6 p.m. with your host, Kyle McEwen. Since…
