Government
Columbia considers code update
In the month following passage of the latest comprehensive plan for the City of Columbia, officials have been busy completing preliminary goals necessary to accomplish its vision for the next…
Read MoreWaterloo appoints next crop of leaders
During the Waterloo City Council meeting last Tuesday night, three new job appointments were made for key city positions. Mayor Stan Darter noted a common theme of leadership as a…
Read MoreColumbia eyes southern growth
A mere two weeks after adopting a new comprehensive plan, the City of Columbia has taken the first steps to accomplish its goal of southern expansion. During the Jan. 21…
Read MoreMaeystown wastewater woes
The Village of Maeystown will be conducting a public hearing Monday regarding proposed improvements to the community’s wastewater treatment facility, bringing the sewage system up to code and addressing issues…
Read MoreSeveral new bills proposed in Illinois
By JADE AUBREY Capitol News Illinois Illinois lawmakers kicked off their spring legislative session roughly three weeks ago, but lawmakers in the House have already filed more than 1,800 bills…
Read MoreBudget questions loom for Illinois
By BEN SZALINSKI Capitol News Illinois Revenue returns remain on track halfway through Illinois’ budget year, though it’s next year that is causing concern in the Capitol. The Governor’s Office…
Read MoreVideo gambling totals rise
A number of businesses in Monroe County once again saw hefty profits thanks to video gambling in the community, with revenue – and tax – showing an increase over last…
Read MoreOak Hill paid in full
During Tuesday’s meeting of the Monroe County Board of Commissioners, the final payment for Oak Hill construction bonds was approved for the county-owned senior living and rehabilitation center in Waterloo.…
Read MoreMobile licences, IDs coming soon
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias says he hopes to bring mobile driver’s licenses and state IDs to iPhones by the end of this year. Giannoulias announced Monday his office…
Read MoreTrump takes office again
Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th president of the United States on Monday, promising a “revolution of common sense” and taking charge as Republicans assume unified control of…
Read MorePark district plans for 2025
The Waterloo Park District Board met last Wednesday for a fairly brief meeting to start the year, mainly touching on procedural items while also voicing plans for the future and…
Read MoreWaterloo bids farewell to Kennedy
The City of Waterloo honored longtime collector and budget officer Shawn Kennedy during the Jan. 6 city council meeting upon her retirement after 25 years of employment. Waterloo Mayor Stan…
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