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Smithton ‘Smok’n’ for good
The Smithton Fire Company is hosting its 13th annual BBQ competition fundraiser this weekend, and they’re inviting the public to come out and enjoy good food and good music all…
Read More‘Equipment ROADeo’ in Waterloo
he City of Waterloo kicked off National Public Works Week on May 19 with a special luncheon and an “Equipment ROADeo” to honor its public works team. As part of…
Read MoreElectric price spike for some
Ameren Illinois customers will see higher prices on their electric bills in June. Ameren told Capitol News Illinois its customers can expect an 18-22 percent increase in their monthly bill,…
Read MoreWaterloo Park Board adds members
With the Waterloo Park District busy preparing the city’s recreational areas for the start of the summer season, the park board’s May meeting featured the addition of two new board…
Read MoreLocal bear sightings
Sightings of a young black bear in Waterloo were reported Sunday evening. These sightings were reported at Waterloo Country Club and then again in the 300 block of Druscilla Lane.…
Read MoreVaping chat, Snowball success for coalition
The Monroe County Coalition for Drug-Free Communities has recently seen some strong progress, hosting the first of several planned community forum events and earning recognition for an Operation Snowball program…
Read MoreWicked storms wreck Randolph County
At left, a Red Bud resident submitted a photo of large hail nearly the size of a golf ball that fell during a severe thunderstorm on Friday afternoon. While this…
Read MoreYouth movement in Hecker
Hecker underwent a change in leadership Tuesday evening as the community said farewell to a mayor who’s served in village government for nearly two decades, welcoming his young and hopeful…
Read MoreSouthwest Connector progress continues
The Southwest Connector Task Force met recently to discuss ongoing progress toward the possible four-lane highway meant to connect more of southwestern Illinois with the St. Louis area, and though…
Read MoreEvent raises funds for HSS transport
The Columbia American Legion Auxiliary hosted a well-attended Chicken and Beer Dance on April 12, filling the hall with laughter, lively music, and community generosity. Guests enjoyed a fried chicken…
Read MoreHopper has Heart of Gold
Distinguished volunteer Mary Anne Hopper of Waterloo was recently honored with the annual Heart of Gold Award by Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois. This prestigious award recognizes the tremendous long-term…
Read MoreS4S announces concert lineup
Songs4Soldiers announced Thursday the full lineup of music acts for its 12th annual benefit concert for combat veterans. This year’s event takes place Sept. 5-6 at Bolm-Schuhkraft City Park in…
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