Community
Waterloo FFA repeats as top chapter in state
The Waterloo FFA made it back-to-back state titles at the Illinois FFA State Convention in Springfield on Thursday. The chapter was named tops in the state for a second straight…
Read MoreAfter the fire, Hopskeller breathes new life
Seen as one of the more unstable of the elements, fire has its advantages and disadvantages. The flames that consumed Matt Schweizer’s prized business at 116 E. Third Street in…
Read MoreLocal wheat crop looks promising
The first of the “big three” field crops in Monroe County is being harvested in earnest and heading to market. This is so-called “winter wheat,” which was planted in the…
Read MoreR-T wins state awards
The Republic-Times newspaper, serving Monroe County and surrounding areas since 1890, brought home first place honors from the Illinois Press Association annual awards luncheon held Friday in Springfield. The paper won…
Read MoreColumbia hosting regional K-9 trials
This weekend, Columbia will host something most law-abiding people will never have the opportunity to see — many of the top police dogs in the bi-state area putting on a…
Read MoreKidney transplant recipient overcomes
Twenty-five years ago, Cindy Rehmer of Waterloo found herself in a life-threatening situation. “My kidneys shriveled up to the size of a peanut,” she said. “They really don’t know what…
Read MoreGroups offering free lunches this summer
Jan Dudley of House of Neighborly Service strode into the Republic-Times recently, thrilled to say the organization gave out 150 meals during the first week of its summer lunch program.…
Read MoreFults man enjoys Honor Flight experience
Ron Biermann of Fults can often be seen in the community with a cheerful expression, ready to engage in friendly conversation or ask how sheep celebrate Memorial Day. “With a…
Read MoreMemorial Day services honor selfless heroism
Memorial Day services around Monroe County honored servicemen and women, from the nation’s first war through its current engagements, with reminders of the selfless sacrifices made time and again for…
Read MoreLerch continuing to serve in retirement
Kelly Lerch faced heavy emotions when retiring last week from a role that challenged her generosity, humbled her before students and taught her so much about the community, likening it…
Read MoreCountry concert to benefit HNS
Bob Lohman of Waterloo is excited to tap into the spirit of generosity that has emboldened this community to do so much for others. Lohman, 44, moved to Waterloo in…
Read MoreSoldier reflects on military service
To Monroe County residents, he is first and foremost the founder of an organization that has used $300,000 of donated funds to help more than 200 local combat veterans. He…
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