One of the state’s largest school districts in terms of geography seeking a new Director of Transportation. It’s Rockridge as Brandy Andrews has submitted her letter of resignation. The district, which covers just over 175 square miles, is actively searching…
Twelve groups will perform at the Mercer County Sing Off this weekend. Proceeds are benefiting enhancements to the massive upgrade at the Mercer County High School Auditorium. The sing off is Saturday—with shows at 4 and 7 p.m. at the…
A group of 15 local teens have been monitoring the Edwards River over the last two years. They’re part of the Mercer County 4-H Citizen Scientists says 4-H Coordinator Tracy Fowler-Pestle. The Mercer County 4-H Citizen Scientists will meet this…
WRMJ Sports Director Jim Taylor visited with Rich Falk this morning. Falk grew up in Galva and later starred at Northwestern before coaching in the Big Ten and also serving as an administrator for the conference for 20 years.
City of Aledo public works employees looking to form a union. The Aledo City Council heard from Karl Drapeaux this week. He serves as Business Representative/Organizer for the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 150. Also this week, the Aledo…
People in Illinois who need help in paying their heating bills this winter are being encouraged to apply for that help now. The Illinois Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, better known as LIHEAP, is taking applications across the state.…
Western Illinois Congresswoman Cheri Bustos announcing that, should Democrats be successful in winning back the majority in November, she plans to run for Assistant Democratic Leader. This would be the number four post in Democratic House Leadership. She made the…
A New Boston man sentenced to six years in prison after pleading guilty to a Class X felony of aggravated battery to a child. 27 year old Bradley Clark will also have to register for ten years as a violent…
Sherrard celebrates eight years of the Pumpkin Fest this weekend. The money raised from the event is put back into the community says organizer Deb Birely. The Sherrard Pumpkin Fest is Saturday and includes a pancake breakfast from 7 to-11…
