Business
Family pharmacy celebrates 125 years
Under its fourth-generation family owner, Wightman Pharmacy in downtown Waterloo has reached its 125th birthday. While current owner Steve Wightman said a lot of things have changed over the years,…
Read MoreSpinner is new Helping Strays director
On Monday, Monroe County Helping Strays staff and volunteers welcomed Scott Spinner, its new executive director, on his first day. While Spinner, who is succeeding interim director Dennis Patton in…
Read More‘Not your typical liquor store’ in Millstadt
It may look like a large residence on the outside, but Pour Decisions Wine, Spirits & Gaming is home to an extensive collection of local and rare drinks and will…
Read MoreHSS struggles to keep caregivers
One worker spends his nights caring for adults with intellectual disabilities, and his days working a job part-time to make ends meet. Two others left their caregiver jobs last year…
Read MoreEnd of an era for beauty shop
On April 1, the building at 208 S. Main Street in Waterloo will no longer be home to a beauty shop that served customers for over 70 years. Pins and…
Read MoreMonroe County celebrating Ag Week
From food to fuel, virtually all aspects of daily life are influenced by agriculture. Throughout National Ag Week, which runs from March 20-26 with March 22 being Ag Day, the…
Read MoreCOVID not over for landscapers
With test positivity rates and active COVID hospitalizations dropping in the region, many are eager to declare the pandemic over. Yet, many in the landscaping industry are finding the pandemic…
Read MorePaint It Forward keeps memories alive
Refurbishing a family heirloom of a local in need inspired Paint It Forward, a new Farm Girl Finds initiative that gives room or furniture makeovers to those in need. The…
Read MoreRalph’s Recycling in Red Bud reimagines recycling, scrapping
One can bring aluminum cans, brass, copper, electronics or other scrapable items to Ralph’s Recycling at 3968 State Route 3 in Red Bud for instant cash. The business also hosts…
Read MoreOh Sugar coming soon to Waterloo
The site of the former Yo Toppings frozen yogurt and hot dog shop in Waterloo will soon be revitalized as Oh Sugar Ice and Cream. New business owner Debbie Dunevant…
Read MoreThe ripple effects of Russia in Ukraine
With the world watching as Russia continues an unprovoked invasion of Ukraine, concern for the civilians in the war-torn region are top of mind while financial implications are being felt…
Read MoreAin’t no party like a Slumber Pawty: Helping Strays joins in area event
This weekend, Helping Strays’ shelter animals received 24 hours of love and attention, with volunteers and staff even sleeping in their kennels with them. Helping Strays, along with 16 other…
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