Business
USDA forecasts record yields
Record high corn and soybean yield estimates headlined the USDA’s August crop production report. The agency forecasted a national average corn yield of 183.1 bushels per acre, up 5.8 from…
Read MoreSupport shown for Oak Hill
Monday’s meeting of the Monroe County Board began with several residents speaking out in favor of maintaining control of county-owned senior living and rehabilitation center Oak Hill. The unusually lengthy…
Read MorePrincipal Hotel in session soon
Five years ago, Immaculate Conception School opened its new home at the north end of Columbia, leaving the former school complex on Main Street empty and unused. With the former…
Read MoreLocal contractor sued
A lawsuit was filed Monday in Monroe County Circuit Court against Dale R. Poetker as a registered agent of JLP Homes LLC for breach of warranty. The filing alleges that…
Read MorePessimistic crop price projections
Farmers should brace for even tighter margins and implement applicable risk management practices based on the latest crop price estimates from the University of Illinois farmdoc team. Current levels of…
Read MoreKeeping it AO Clean
A cleaning business with an emphasis on general hygiene and eco-friendliness has served the St. Louis area for over two decades and has found a home locally serving Monroe County…
Read MoreOak Hill a concern in county audit
Monday’s meeting of the Monroe County Board featured a good audit review and good news about the Monroe County Jail expansion but uncertainty about the future of the Oak Hill…
Read MoreColumbia senior facility sued
A lawsuit was filed in Monroe County Circuit Court alleging violation of the Nursing Home Care Act by BRIA of Columbia, 253 Bradington Drive. In the suit, Rick Davis, as…
Read MoreDisaster assistance for farmers
Agricultural operations in Illinois have been impacted by recent tornadoes, high winds and flooding. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has technical and financial assistance available to help farmers and…
Read MoreBudnick acquires KC company
Budnick Converting, a specialty tape and foam materials converter located in Columbia, announced effective July 1 the asset purchase of Evans EVCO, a privately held materials fabricator and distributor headquartered…
Read MoreNew leader for Historic Main Street Columbia
The Historic Main Street Columbia Association recently announced that Amanda Wagner has officially taken on the role of executive director. Wagner owns a business in Columbia and participates in vendor…
Read MorePutting heart into homes
A Millstadt woman with a long history in the remodeling industry recently began her own business, offering home improvement and design opportunities with a local, personal touch. Karen Lawlor, owner…
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