Business
Economic volatility for farmers
The usual optimism farmers carry into spring planting shouldn’t overlook growing economic concerns this season. The Federal Reserve’s latest interest hike — the ninth consecutive increase since last year —…
Read MoreCHS grad flexes fitness knowledge
A Columbia High School graduate has made quite a name for himself in the world of personal training and fitness over the years, and he recently garnered some new attention…
Read MoreWake up and live at Marley’s Roadhouse
The old roadhouse between Columbia and Millstadt long known as Farmer’s Inn has found new management hoping to capitalize on the building’s location and history. Mandy Kostelac, owner and operator…
Read MoreR-T up for more state awards
It looks like the Republic-Times will be adding more state hardware to its office shelves. The Illinois Press Association announced that the newspaper covering Monroe County and surrounding communities since…
Read MoreGrant spikes Stumpy’s expansion
A major grant was recently awarded to Stumpy’s Spirits Distillery, providing assistance to a local business currently overseeing its biggest expansion since being first established. The grant comes from the…
Read MoreCigar lounge lighting up in Columbia
A new addition to downtown Columbia is expected to fill a unique niche in the community: boutique cigars. Mike Macik, owner of Havana Fine Cigars at 115 E. Whiteside Street,…
Read MoreHSS celebrates 50 years
Human Support Services is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, with a recent 1970s-themed trivia night celebrating the agency’s history and an upcoming Shine Your Light Gala set to highlight…
Read MoreMade in the USA: Veteran pursues flag-making passion
A Waterloo veteran has spent the past year crafting American flags, placing a special focus on quality, domestic craftwork and giving back to his fellow vets. Originally from Prairie du…
Read MoreNew auto body hub in Waterloo
Two automotive shops in Waterloo recently made a move to the same location, offering a variety of services to those in the area. Waterloo Auto Body – formerly Valentine Auto…
Read MoreLocal woman on docuseries
The creator and owner of a Columbia startup recently participated in a competitive docuseries which sets entrepreneurs on the task of standing out among a group of business owners. Andrea…
Read MoreReliable Sanitation sued after crash
Krystal M. Chamberlain, 38, of Waterloo, is suing Reliable Sanitation of Waterloo and one of its employees for alleged damages following a Dec. 5 traffic crash in Waterloo. Court documents…
Read MoreFast Stop sold to Moto Mart
A gas station in Waterloo will change hands later this spring, its current ownership company confirmed Monday with the Republic-Times. Fast Stop, located at 409 S. Illinois Route 3 at the…
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