Folklore and scary people | Mark’s Remarks
When we were kids, we invented things. We invented games, activities and ways to add excitement to the neighborhood.
A matter of time | Mark’s Remarks
I’ve said this before and I’ll say it again: I know why old people stare at young people.
In...
The Rodent Destroyers | Planet Ryan
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been fascinated with snakes. I’m not talking about keeping a house full of them in cages...
Old | Mark’s Remarks
My friends and I decided to attend a seminar on teacher retirement. You see, we are all in close proximity to that...
Please pass the turkey, stuffing and family health history | For Your Health
It’s that time of year. We’re moving quickly toward late autumn,
with its falling leaves and longer nights. And that means one thing:
Thanksgiving...
Intervention, Buffy and Jody, and Amazon Prime | Mark’s Remarks
Usually you think you are pretty safe when your kids are watching old, classic television series. We recently acquired a smart TV...
Hustle and Bustle | The Happy + Healthy Life
The hustle and bustle of school has begun. Activities and sports are in full swing. There’s always somewhere for you to be...
Thud, thud | Mark’s Remarks
When our boys were little, especially when they depended on us for every need, it was rare to have a moment’s peace...
Nose Prints | Mark’s Remarks
Here it is. I’m thinking this is probably my 11th or 12th column about the beginning of school.
I...
Church and Community | Mark’s Remarks
I can’t tell you the number of times I’ve wanted to retreat from society and, like a turtle, stick my head back...
Set intentions, not resolutions | The Happy + Healthy Life
With December coming to a close, it’s the perfect opportunity to reflect on the previous year and look ahead to the new...
Green-eyed folk
Did you ever have a friend or family member who was obviously jealous of you, your family, or most humans?
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The year 2018 was a banner year for Monroe County athletes, all the way through.
It began in January, when Waterloo junior Jenna Schwartz was...
Attempted murder charge in Waterloo stabbing
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A 26-year-old man faces an attempted murder charge following an early Friday morning stabbing in...
DUI injury crash at Walmart
Pictured is the scene of the accident Friday.
Emergency personnel responded shortly after noon Friday to the...
Inmate dies at county jail
The Illinois State Police is investigating the death of an inmate in the Monroe County Jail early Friday morning.