Retiring superintendent Helton reflects on career
After nine years as superintendent of the Waterloo school district, Jim Helton will be saying his goodbyes at the end of the month.
Helton has...
Safety training, funding for Waterloo schools
On April 28, the Waterloo School District hosted its second district-wide safety drill, which has been expanded to include intruder drills.
Though the specifics of...
Columbia School Board debates special ed program
The Columbia School Board on Thursday discussed whether or not to continue special education services through the Perandoe School District or looking into operating...
Myers, Tuttle are CHS prom royalty
The Columbia High School Prom took place Saturday at The Falls. This year's theme was "Arabian Nights."
Cory Myers and Hollie Tuttle were crowned king...
Waterloo approves new teachers, assistant principals
The Waterloo Board of Education approved the consideration to employ several new teachers and two new assistant high school principals at its Monday evening...
Monroe County students compete in AgriScience Expo
The AgriScience Expo, sponsored by the Monroe County Farm Bureau Foundation and University of Illinois Extension, was held April 5 at the Monroe County...
Charges pending in WHS phone hoax
Two Waterloo High School students may be charged with criminal offenses following a Thursday evening phone prank.
The Waterloo Police Department plans to submit paperwork...
Charges pending in WHS phone hoax
The Waterloo Police Department plans to submit paperwork to the Monroe County State's Attorney to consider possible charges of disorderly conduct against two male...
Local students excel in Platinum Chef competition
Seven high school teams, including teams from Columbia and Waterloo high schools, showcased their cooking skills in the eighth annual Platinum Chef Team Challenge...
Student’s letter chosen to be sent to Pope
The chance to have a personal letter read by one of the most influential figureheads in the world is not an opportunity that comes...
Pancake dinner supports Big Brothers Big Sisters
Pancakes sailed through the air in the Waterloo High School cafeteria for a good cause Thursday evening.
In conjunction with Big Brothers Big Sisters, the...
Local robotics team builds on all skills
A local high school robotics team is building a bright future in engineering and technology skills.
Peter Kersulis of Waterloo, one of the team’s three...