City/County
Open house May 18 for EMS Week
In honor of Emergency Medical Services Week, Monroe County EMS will host an open house Sunday, May 18, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the ambulance garage. Ambulance and base…
Read MoreCounty looks to move forward with CEO class
Local businesspeople and community representatives had the opportunity to hear a unique presentation on a unique idea for the county’s youth last week. Kelton Davis, the regional superintendent of schools,…
Read MoreRoute 3 work kicks into gear
Motorists traveling Route 3 in Waterloo during the day last week probably encountered flaggers as workers removed the old surface in preparation for new paving efforts. It’s all part of…
Read MoreCounty honors EMS as new ambulance goes into service
The Monroe County Board signed a proclamation designating the week of May 19-25 as “Emergency Medical Services Week”during its Monday meeting, recognizing the service of those at Monroe County EMS…
Read MoreWaterloo OKs fiscal year budget
The Waterloo City Council on Monday night approved its 2014-15 fiscal year budget with slightly less expenditures than the previous year. Estimated receipts are $30,681,191 and estimated expenditures are $30,185,793.…
Read MoreArrest made in Columbia domestic incident
Columbia police arrested a 27-year-old man following a domestic incident that led to a Thursday afternoon vehicle search. Shortly before 2:30 p.m., Columbia police received a 911 call reporting a…
Read MoreColumbia approves 2014-15 budget
The Columbia City Council Monday night passed its fiscal year 2014-15 budget with only minor changes from the version which has been posted since April 10 on the city’s website…
Read MoreCounty board offers good tax news
While many taxing entities are raising taxes in coming years, Monroe County will reduce taxes attributable to operations of the county government in 2013, which will be paid next year.…
Read MoreEastbound lanes on JB Bridge to close this weekend
Drivers heading from south St. Louis County to Illinois should be aware of construction work on the JB Bridge this weekend which may slow down traffic. Crews will once again…
Read MoreFishing pier project gets big boost
The dream to have a handicap accessible fishing pier in- stalled at Waterloo’s Lakeview Park is now very close to reality following news that the city has been awarded a…
Read MoreRotary Club of Monroe County receives official charter
The Rotary International civic service organization expanded its presence in Monroe County by adding a third Rotary club. The Rotary Club of Monroe County joins established clubs in Columbia and…
Read MoreNeighbor takes skate park matter to federal court
A neighboring husband and wife to the Optimist Skate and Bicycle Park in Waterloo are taking their case to federal court in an attempt to cease activity there. The plaintiffs,…
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