Winter Weather Preparedness Tips
Whether you’re at work, commuting, or at home, being ready for harsh, frigid storms can lead to comfort and even survival. November is Winter Weather Preparedness Month, and Nov. 6-10 is Winter Weather Preparedness Week. The week will culminate in a social media contest for Illinois residents. “This is the ideal time to get ready […]
MDH Earns Recognition from the American Diabetes Association
The American Diabetes Association, the nation’s leading organization committed to fighting diabetes by driving discovery through research and innovation, intensifying the urgency around the diabetes epidemic and supporting people living with and affected by diabetes, announced the continued recognition of McDonough District Hospital through the Education Recognition Program (ERP). The ADA’s Education Recognition Certificate assures that educational […]
Murder Charges Reinstated Against Marcy Oglesby In Maquon Homicide
The Fourth District Illinois Appellate Court issued a ruling today reinstating attempted first degree murder, first degree murder and aggravated battery charges against Marcy L. Oglesby. As a result, the Knox County State’s Attorney’s Office may proceed in its prosecution of Oglesby for allegedly committing these offenses. On October 7, 2022, the remains of Richard […]
Monmouth City Council Awards Harlem Avenue Phase One Project to Laverdiere Construction
Phase One of the Harlem Avenue water main project, building from North Main to G Street, has been awarded to Laverdiere Construction by the Monmouth City Council, explains Communications Director Ken Helms: “That is for the Phase One replacement project. That has been wonderful funding that is done through the Community Development Block Grant and […]
Macomb Police Department Make Arrest Related to Shooting Incident
**UPDATED** Macomb Police Department has made an arrest in this incident. Herman L. Hill (black/male, age 38) was arrested on 11/7/23. Hill is charged with Aggravated Battery with a Firearm and is currently being held in McDonough County Jail. As the investigation unfolds, more charges could be filed. As this is a current investigation, MPD […]
Over the River and Through the Woods Coming to Prairie Players Civic Theatre
Tickets are on sale now for the Prairie Players Civic Theatre production of Over the River and Through the Woods, a warm-hearted, boisterously funny, touching story about intergenerational relationships and deep familial love. Performances are Friday and Saturday, November 10, 11, 17 and 18, at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, November 12 and 19, at 2 p.m. […]
Tickets Available Now for Annual Monmouth-Roseville High School’s Madrigal Dinner
Tickets are available now for the 14th Annual Monmouth-Roseville High School’s Madrigal Dinner, with four show options on Saturday, December 2nd and Sunday, December 3rd. Vocal Music Director Kevin Ferry shares the cast for this year’s theme ‘A Titan Christmas Carol:’ Shows will take place at 1:00 pm and 6:00 pm both days. Tickets for […]
National FFA Past President Ken McMillan Recalls the 96th FFA Convention
Warren-Henderson Farm Bureau Board’s Ken McMillan recalls his time as FFA President, shares highlights of the 96th FFA Convention in Indianapolis, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
West Central High School Varsity Boys Basketball Head Coach Doug Dennison
Coach Dennison previews the upcoming 2023 – 2024 basketball season for the West Central Heat Varsity Boys on the WRAM Monmouth McDonald’s Coach’s Corner.
Suzanne Louise (Peterson) Main
Suzanne Louise (Peterson) Main, 82, went to be with Jesus on November 6, 2023. She was born on September 21, 1941, in Galesburg, the daughter of Carl and Aletha (Burhorn) Peterson. The importance of family and faith were there from the beginning: growing up with an older and younger brother on a farm outside of […]