Business
Family pharmacy says farewell
Businesses in downtown Waterloo are saying goodbye to a very long-time neighbor this week as Wightman Pharmacy is closing its doors after 128 years. While some were made aware of…
Read MoreStorm damage at Rock City
The severe storm on March 14 which produced an EF-1 tornado that traveled through Monroe County led to an incident at the Rock City cave business complex in Valmeyer –…
Read MoreEEOC seeks to drop suit against farm
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has moved to dismiss a discrimination suit against the Sis-Bro pig weaning business of rural New Athens. Per an article in the Madison-St. Clair…
Read MoreDusty Dogz barking in Columbia
Columbia has already offered a warm welcome to the newest restaurant addition to Main Street: a family-friendly establishment focused on gourmet hot dogs, smash burgers, tacos and street food. Jason…
Read MoreBird flu, demand drive record egg prices
Consumers are experiencing the highest egg prices in history driven by increased demand and highly pathogenic avian influenza, which could keep the market elevated for a while. The latest report…
Read MoreFederal actions stir anxiety for farmers
By ASHLEY N. SORIANO Capitol News Illinois The effects of President Donald Trump’s planned tariffs on allies and rivals are yet to be seen, but farmers in Illinois are bracing…
Read More‘Is farming worth it?’
By TAMMIE SLOUP FarmWeek For fourth generation rice, corn and soybean farmer Jennifer James, last year was her family’s most financially difficult year. The Arkansas farmer is even more worried…
Read MoreShowing support for Oak Hill
Late last month, Monroe County celebrated its final payment of construction bonds for Oak Hill, the county-owned senior living and rehabilitation center that served as the replacement for the Monroe…
Read MoreDAISY Award nurses at Red Bud Regional
Brenden Heller and Melanie Lehman, registered nurses in the emergency department at Red Bud Regional Hospital, were honored this quarter with The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses. The award is…
Read MoreOld Monroe moving forward
Perhaps the most high-profile business project in Monroe County will soon be opening its doors after plenty of prep and anticipation, as well a year’s worth of construction. Old Monroe…
Read MoreTariffs 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…
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