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County gathers for those who gave everything
Decoration Day was first officially celebrated in 1868, though its origins can be traced back even further to a number of tributes and observances organized by communities wishing to recognize…
Millstadt Marine honored
While many on Monday gathered in Monroe County and elsewhere to observe Memorial Day, folks in Millstadt had something of a prelude to the holiday Friday morning as they came…
Waterloo OKs budget
The Waterloo City Council on May 19 approved a budget for the current fiscal year that began May 1, with unbilled projects already completed and the uncertainty of timing for…
A place for vets’ families
Memorial Day is focused chiefly on remembering fallen veterans, those men and women who have lost their lives at home and abroad in service to their country. While the national…
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…
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…
Columbia talks end of school
The May 15 meeting of the Columbia School Board featured developments in the district’s English Language Arts curriculum, various end-of-year concerns, a charming presentation from a group of Parkview Elementary…
‘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…
Counties seek superintendent replacement
Due to the retirement announcement by Kelton Davis, a vacancy will be created in the office of Regional Superintendent of Schools for Monroe and Randolph Counties effective July 1, 2025.…
A bright option for sheep farmers
By PHYLLIS COULTER FarmWeek Sunshine might help increase sheep populations in Illinois, according to an Ohio sheep producer. Camren Maierle, an American Lamb Board member, showed Illinois sheep producers photos…