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‘Tis the season for eagle watching
With a wingspan of almost eight feet and a white feathered head that lends to its name, the American Bald Eagle is a majestic site for hobbyists alike. Bald eagles…
Read MoreWaterloo lifts up child fighting rare disease
Something wasn’t right in the world of 7-year-old Camryn Coughlin. His concerned parents, Lindsay and Adam Coughlin, first noticed it over the summer when his eye started floating. “The doctors…
Read MoreWaterloo resident turns 100 years young
One hundred years may seem like a long time to live, but to new centenarian Ed Hetzer, the number does little to change his perspective. “I feel about the same,”…
Read MoreMonroe County EMS celebrating 40 years
Monroe County EMS has a long history of employing the community’s heroes and looks to celebrate that history this year during its 40th anniversary. In 1978, Monroe County Ambulance Service…
Read MoreMilestone marriage in the sky for local woman
“As one life ends, another begins.” Delta Air Lines flight attendant Holly Rick of Waterloo and pilot Gene Peterson united in marriage on board the airline’s final 747 passenger flight…
Read MoreWhat to expect in 2018
Much excitement is in store for 2018, not the least of which are the 2018 elections, the myriad of businesses slated to open in Monroe County and the happenings at…
Read More‘Idea Jam’ slated for Jan. 3
Hecker native Dr. Birton Cowden, University of Massachusettes director of new venture development, is returning to Monroe County for another session of sharing ideas about new business and economic development.…
Read MoreEnd-of-year updates for county board
The Monroe County Board ended the calendar year with positive fiscal news. The Republic-Times reported Oct. 18, the Board of Commissioners approved a $24,000 contract with the Bloomington firm of…
Read More2017 Year in Review
Check out this week’s Republic-Times for a reminder of some of the biggest and best events of the past year, as well as the emotional, sentimental and inspiring. Read the…
Read MoreBicentennial history book finally arrives
On New Year’s Day 2016, bell-ringing ceremonies throughout the county heralded the coming year and set off a year-long observance of the 200th anniversary of Monroe County, which was founded…
Read MoreCUSD special ed under fire
After facing challenges with Columbia School District’s special education programs, several parents decided to address their concerns during Monday night’s school board meeting. One of the parents had spoken to…
Read MoreCops bring Christmas cheer to children
A group of local children received the best Christmas present imaginable when Monroe County Sheriff’s Department deputies and Valmeyer and Waterloo police officers took them shopping Saturday at the Waterloo…
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