The Mercer County Health Department has confirmed that a mosquito batch has tested positive for West Nile Virus. The information from the agency’s Director of Environmental Health Kyle Lloyd. So far there has been one human case of West Nile…
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Friday Morning Groundbreaking For New Mercer County Animal Control Facility
Groundbreaking set for a new Mercer County animal control facility. The ceremony is Friday morning at 10:30 a.m. Funds for the project are being raised by the group FurEver Friends for Mercer County Animals. Jerry Bryan of Viola is vice president…
Mercer County High School Hosting Leadership Retreat For Students
Mercer County High School hosting a leadership retreat for students later this week. The details from Assistant Principal Andrew Hofer. The retreat is Friday from 9 a.m. to Noon.
Reynolds Native & Rockridge Grad Designs Special NASCAR Trophy
A Reynolds man and Rockridge grad with some nice recognition on the NASCAR circuit. That audio courtesy NBC Sports. Tyler Turner spoke with WRMJ today.
12 Acts Set For Mercer County Sing Off
12 acts have been announced for a Mercer County Sing Off this fall. The event is October 6th with proceeds benefiting the renovation project at the Mercer County High School auditorium. Mary Flint and Sue Hiscocks are helping organize the…
Single Waste Hauler Requests For Proposals Due Aug. 1 For City of Aledo
Requests for proposals on a single waste hauler for the City of Aledo are due in a few weeks, but Mayor Chris Hagloch says the city council is nowhere near a final decision on the issue. The request for proposals…
Aledo City Council Set To Act On Intergovernmental Agreement With Aledo Park District
The Aledo City Council set to take final action on an intergovernmental agreement with the Aledo Park District. City Administrator Erin Knackstedt says once approved, the city will be responsible for managing park district funds, but there will be other…
Joy Awarded $3-Million In Federal Funding For Water Project
The Village of Joy awarded $3-million in federal funding. Western Illinois Congresswoman Cheri Bustos making the announcement today. Joy will receive a $1.53-million loan from USDA Rural Development along with a $1.47-million grant. The money will be used to construct…
Mercer County Sheriff’s Deputy Remains on Paid Leave While Task Force Completes Investigation Into June Officer Involved Shooting
A Mercer County Sheriff’s Deputy remains on paid leave as the department awaits a final report from the Mercer/Henry County Major Crimes Task Force regarding an officer involved shooting. The shooting occurred June 12th during a drugs and weapons investigation…
Mercer County Youth Livestock Auction Brings In $47,500
A strong week for Mercer County Fair livestock exhibitors and a strong week for the Mercer County agri-business community. Just over $47,500 was generated at the Mercer County Youth Livestock Auction…