Community
Curbing domestic violence
Folks visiting downtown Waterloo and other spots around the county might notice purple ribbons wrapped around light poles or other fixtures along the street. These ribbons are meant as a…
Read MoreAlways giving Mohr
Valmeyer lost a familiar face and a prime example of passion for one’s community with the recent passing of Bob Mohr, a lifelong supporter of local athletics who was involved…
Read MoreMillstadt loved Larry
A staple of the Millstadt community passed away last week, with family, friends and many others who knew Larry Schubert now looking back fondly on the impact he left as…
Read MoreFormer mobile home park up in the air
Pedestrians in Columbia may have noticed that a recent project to demolish a number of mobile homes near the GM&O Heritage Trail in the 500 block of South Main Street…
Read MoreQuite a ride for Bull Bash founder
Folks packed the stands at the Monroe County Fairgrounds Saturday night for a much-loved annual staple featuring bucking bulls, clown comedy and, this year, a special recognition for the event’s…
Read MoreLocal in Mullet Champ finals
Mullet mania is sweeping the nation, and a local boy is at the heart of the excitement. Bohdi Fisher of Columbia and his mullet known as “The Swayze Special” have…
Read MoreArt event chalks up success
The block of Mill Street near the Monroe County Courthouse in Waterloo is still decorated with dozens of drawings from folks in and out of the community from Saturday, with…
Read MoreMixed news on levee
While one door to address potential “devastation” in the Bottoms appears to be closing, another may be opening. Monroe County Emergency Management Agency Director Kevin Scheibe on Monday updated county…
Read MoreCanine concerns from crop spraying
A renowned service dog trainer in Waterloo has had her life and business upended in the past few months as her dogs have encountered a myriad of health issues which…
Read MoreSplash pad, Lions Park updates
The Waterloo Park District Board met briefly last Wednesday to note work done at Lions Park and discuss other park matters as the summer season winds down, also offering information…
Read MoreCoalition talks mental health, youth survey
The Monroe County Coalition for Drug-Free Communities returned from a summer hiatus last week, their first meeting of the school year featuring a guest speaker discussing mental health and suicide…
Read MoreLocal author at it again
A Columbia native has published his third book, this time bringing together lifelong passions of storytelling, sports and his beloved bulldog. “Gertrude Goes to the Ballpark” by Jeremy Housewright is…
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