Western Illinois Congresswoman Cheri Bustos says she should know in about a month if she’s going to run for governor. Bustos said earlier this week she hopes to decide on her political future by about the end of February. She…
Results From Mercer County Sheriff’s Department Super Bowl Weekend Enforcement
The results are in from added enforcement during Super Bowl weekend by the Mercer County Sheriff’s Department. The detail was funded through a grant from the Illinois Department of Transportation. The extra enforcement resulted in two DUI arrests, two warrant…
City Of Aledo Continues Help With Boosters & Fair
The City of Aledo will continue its sponsorship of two local causes—the Mercer County Fair and Mercer County Athletic Boosters. The action taken last night by the Aledo City Council says Mayor Chris Hagloch. The boosters will get $1,500 and…
Mercer County Sheriff’s Department Handles Eight Accidents This Week
Foggy and snowy weather the last couple of days has kept the Mercer County Sheriff’s Department very busy. Deputies have handled eight traffic crashes on area roads. Some minor injuries have been reported, but none serious. The Mercer County Sheriff’s…
Plans For 2017 Rhubarb Fest Move Forward With New Co-Chairs
Plans are in motion for the 2017 Rhubarb Festival. And new co-chairs are leading the charge with Pam Myers and Pam Ricke replacing festival founder Darlene Johnson. The 2017 Rhubarb festival is June 2nd and 3rd.
Button Building Used For ‘Pop-Up Shops’ This Friday & Saturday
The City of Aledo and Aledo Main Street teaming up to give some life to the vacant Button Building. “Pop-Up Shops” will be available Friday and Saturday says Aledo Main Street Executive Director Dana Murphy. Again, the “Pop-Up Shops” will…