Community
Laurie loved Valmeyer
Upon their passing, many people are spoken of as pillars of a community, individuals who had a tremendous love for those around them and a seemingly boundless energy to serve…
Read MoreNothin’ but love for Monroe County Fair
With numerous funnel cakes eaten, dozens of cars crushed and countless pairs of boots covered in – hopefully – mud, the Monroe County Fair has once again come to a…
Read MoreArtistic salute goes national
A young Waterloo artist recently received first place in a national art competition thanks to his illustration meant to celebrate United States military veterans and the service they perform for…
Read More4-H honor for Marquardt
A local 4-H volunteer with a lengthy history both as a student and leader in the organization will soon be honored with an alumni award, recognizing the time and energy…
Read MoreSchreder to receive 4-H honor
Kevin Schreder has been selected as the 2024 Monroe County 4-H Hall of Fame recipient. He will be recognized at the Illinois State Fair on Aug. 11 4-H has been…
Read MoreYour new Monroe County royalty
As with each Monroe County Fair, the first day of the week was capped off with a pageant naming the year’s Monroe County Fair Queen and Little Miss. Folks filled…
Read MoreA century of Florence
Few can say they’ve lived to celebrate their 100th birthday. Even fewer can say they’ve hit that milestone while still sharp and spry enough to maintain their driver’s license. Florence…
Read MoreForay from the flood
Monroe County residents were rocked with heavy rains early last week that caused substantial flooding and had first responders rushing from scene to scene as they rescued stranded motorists, cleared…
Read MoreGirl Scout runs summer camp
A Waterloo Girl Scout recently took the reins of this year’s summer day camp, capping off her Gold Award and paving the way for other local scouts to step up…
Read MoreSee you at the Monroe County Fair!
The Monroe County Fair is set to return next week for yet another year, and following some unfortunate weather that impacted the last fair, hopes are high for this year’s…
Read MoreA century of Lou
A Waterloo local and former manager of the Sunset Motel celebrated her 100th birthday last Saturday, with family members gathering to honor her character, work ethic and love for others.…
Read MoreNew president for park district
The Waterloo Park District Board underwent a change in leadership last week with the stepping down of its president, though discussion also touched on the recently-opened splash pad and the…
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