A new gym floor is on the way for Mercer County High School. The replacement is needed due to damage from last winter says athletic director Dustin Murray. The project is estimated at around $193,000 with over $128,000 covered by…
The housing landscape in rural areas is continuously evolving, presenting unique challenges for communities in Henry, Mercer, and Stark Counties. Recognizing the importance of understanding and addressing these challenges, University of Illinois Extension is conducting a comprehensive housing study to…
WRMJ spoke with Mercer County High School senior track and field athlete Paige Davis for the High School Sports Spotlight Wednesday. Davis qualified for the Illinois Top Times Indoor Championship in the 60-meter hurdles. The event takes place Friday in Bloomington.
Retired Aledo Fire Chief Dennis Litwiler pleased with the overwhelming support of an ambulance referendum in the Aledo and Joy fire protection districts. Voters in the Aledo Fire Protection District passed the referendum by a 637 to 89 margin on…
Local sports results are presented by Genesis Physical Therapy. Sherrard (5-1) beat Rock Island (1-3) in baseball at home Tuesday, 6-5. Rock Island scored a run in the top of the first inning. The Tigers answered with a pair of…
A developer remains committed to the Northside Lofts project. They are submitting an application this month to the Illinois Housing Development Authority for tax credits to help assist with the project. The City of Aledo has also committed $250,000 in…
