Community
Many years at Coon Lake
A local club which began in the wake of World War II is celebrating the 100th birthday of one of its original members while looking back fondly on decades of…
Read MoreWaterloo Santa Float set to ride
The Santa Float will again make its way through Waterloo, bringing gifts and holiday cheer to all. The City of Waterloo, Waterloo Chamber of Commerce and Sister Cities of PortaLoo,…
Read MoreHelpers in need
A local man and his family are eagerly awaiting his chance at an organ transplant to provide a steadier future as they continue to grapple with major health complications that…
Read MoreRemlok soaring again
A barred owl which suffered an injury in a Waterloo subdivision recently took to the skies once again, having made a successful recovery at the World Bird Sanctuary. Remlok, named…
Read MoreJohn Deere bridging gap for veterans
John Deere dealerships are working with the United States Department of Defense to assist military personnel as they return to civilian life, with at least one such veteran finding opportunity…
Read MoreWorld of Corn Award for Obernagel
George Obernagel III of Waterloo was the recipient of the Illinois Corn Growers Association’s top award, the World of Corn. ICGA leaders honored Obernagel for his service to corn farmers…
Read MoreThe season of giving
Families throughout Monroe County will soon enjoy the staples of the holiday season, from Thanksgiving turkey and pumpkin pie to Christmas presents nestled under the tree. However, many in the…
Read MoreGold Award for Waterloo scout
Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois recently congratulated Ava Scherle of Waterloo for becoming a Gold Award Girl Scout, a designation she earned by leading a community recycling project while also…
Read MoreHopeful projects for Waterloo parks
With the regular season concluded for local parks, the Waterloo Park District Board’s regular meeting featured talk of taxes, accessibility at Lions Park and the need to provide amenities for…
Read MoreHonor. Duty. Sacrifice. Monroe County salutes its veterans
As it is every year, Veterans Day proved to be a busy occasion for Monroe County as Waterloo and Columbia residents gathered to recognize those who have served their country…
Read MoreBean Tree owners retiring
A much loved Waterloo cafe will soon be changing hands as the longtime owners fondly recall the memories and relationships brewed downtown over the years. Jay and Lisa Jones recently…
Read MoreCan’t keep Kate down
A former Waterloo resident recently joined the thousands of runners participating in the New York City Marathon, raising money in order to give back in the wake of her personal…
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