From the Publisher

June 2026 marks the sixth anniversary of the merger of the Monroe County Appeal and the Ralls County Herald-Enterprise. 
I want to thank each of our readers, followers, advertisers, and supporters who continue to make our growth possible. Because of your support, our website and social media presence continue to reach more people than ever before. 
Over the past month, we recorded an 11% increase in views, reaching a total of 38,507 views. Our live coverage of Burn Out Night alone boosted our viewership by 50%. Of those reached, 56.4% were non-followers, while 43.6% were active followers. 
What does this mean? It means your news, events, and business advertising can reach a growing audience throughout Monroe and Ralls counties and beyond. We continue to offer a variety of advertising options, including print, website, and digital marketing packages, to help you connect with potential customers. 
Be sure to visit our website at www.monroe-ralls.com and follow both of our Facebook pages to stay informed on local news, events, sports, and community happenings. 
We are excited to continue providing the best coverage of everything taking place in Monroe and Ralls counties for many years to come. 
Great Things Come in Pairs. 
Thank you for your continued support.