Government
Valmeyer Road plans unclear
While a bid was awarded for the second phase of a Centerville Road reconstruction project during the May 19 meeting of the Columbia City Council, the city has not yet…
Read MoreRegional superintendent retiring
In a letter filed Thursday in the Monroe County Clerk’s Office at the courthouse in Waterloo, Regional Superintendent of Schools Kelton Davis submitted his official notification of retirement effective June…
Read MoreCounty honors Tipton; talks safety
It seemed appropriate that National EMS Week began with a heavy emphasis on public safety during Monday’s meeting of the Monroe County Board. The old courtroom pews were full during…
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 MoreSigns of honor in Columbia
The latest iteration of the Columbia City Council was sworn in last Monday, but the meeting’s primary focus was honoring those who have already been public servants in Columbia. The…
Read MoreHeavner hailed for 20 years
On May 6, trustees and the president of the Valmeyer Village Board elected in April swore oaths of office and began their latest terms. All the races were uncontested, and all…
Read MoreBost goes local for re-election bid
U.S. Rep. Mike Bost served as a guest speaker at the annual Monroe County GOP Century Club Dinner to announce his re-election campaign for 2026. The dinner took place Thursday…
Read MoreRow wraps up as alderman
In the aftermath of the election last month, Waterloo said goodbye this week to one alderman whose held the position for eight years, having served the city in some capacity…
Read MoreWaterloo City Council begins anew
The Waterloo City Council said goodbye to one outgoing alderman Monday night while welcoming a new official to its ranks. Following the approval of 2025 certificates of election as received…
Read MoreMonroe County talks transportation
Transportation was the topic du jour Monday during the Monroe County Board meeting. The meeting began with commissioners recognizing recently-retired county road commissioners George Gregson and Ed Breeding for service…
Read MoreWater dispute had been brewing
Information obtained by the Republic-Times via a Freedom of Information Act request has shed more light on a recent legal matter between the City of Waterloo and City of Columbia…
Read MoreTurbine, trash topics for Waterloo
The Waterloo City Council approved a few measures at its April 21 meeting, including a contract for installation of a new combustion turbine for its power plant, increased trash pickup…
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