Business
Tariffs could impact trade in Illinois
President Donald Trump on Monday agreed to a 30-day pause on his tariff threats against Mexico and Canada as America’s two largest trading partners took steps to appease his concerns…
Read MoreStill building after 50 years
A house-building husband and wife duo were recognized last week by the City of Waterloo for 50 years of business as they’ve been contributing to developments in the city and…
Read MoreMercy opens clinic in Waterloo
The opening of Mercy Clinic Primary Care – Waterloo was celebrated Tuesday with a blessing and ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday at 1551 N. Illinois Route 3 next to Dobbs Tire &…
Read MoreRecord soybean harvest in Illinois
ation announced that Illinois farmers have set a new soybean production record. According to the National Agricultural Statistics Service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Illinois farmers produced 688 million…
Read MoreTight supply keeps fertilizer prices high
By RHIANNON BRANCH FarmWeek As farmers enter another year of predictably tight margins, it does not look like fertilizer prices will grant much relief to the balance sheet. “The problem…
Read MoreWe’re outta here!
A Millstadt couple recently celebrated their retirement from a family business in the village, having spent many years together serving their community as best they could. Mary and Paul Braner…
Read MoreCorn decision a win for Illinois farmers
The United States’ victory in its dispute over Mexico’s decree to ban genetically modified corn imports is good news for Illinois corn growers. United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai announced…
Read MoreIRS Direct File opens Jan. 27
Gov. JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Revenue announced that Illinois will participate in the IRS Direct File service, which begins Jan. 27. Nearly two million eligible Illinois taxpayers…
Read MoreBaldwin Power Plant to continue through ’27
The Baldwin Power Plant, originally scheduled to close by the end of 2025, will continue operations through 2027, a decision that ensures the plant remains a vital part of the…
Read MoreBeard earns labor honor
By ANDREW UNVERFERTH For the Republic-Times A local union man was recently recognized for his contributions to his own construction union and beyond, his lengthy career continuing to empower labor…
Read MoreJohn Deere bridging gap for veterans
John Deere dealerships are working with the United States Department of Defense to assist military personnel as they return to civilian life, with at least one such veteran finding opportunity…
Read MoreWalk-in clinic opens in Columbia
BJC Medical Group opened its 10th convenient care location at 1000 Eleven South in Columbia on Dec. 2. The providers at the BJC Medical Group Convenient Care at Columbia will…
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