Community
Columbia hears 11 South update; appeals flood maps
Developer Joe Koppeis attended Monday’s Columbia City Council meeting and presented an update on his new medical office building to be known as 11 South. After the council approved two…
Read MoreValmeyer man advocates for solar home installation
David Barmann didn’t know what to expect when he decided in July to add a solar installation to his home in Valmeyer. “I had been looking for a reputable solar…
Read MoreCounty corn crop considered average
With an estimated two-thirds of the crop harvested in Monroe County, the 2016 corn harvest is being considered average by most. The large number of trucks seen hauling grain may…
Read MoreColumbia Chamber hears Abbey update
Gregg Crawford addressed the Columbia Chamber of Commerce at their monthly meeting last Wednesday to provide an update on his Main Street Abbey development. Main Street Abbey is a multi-use…
Read MoreButterfly gardens blossoming locally
Gerry Dickneite grew up on a farm, learning to appreciate the outdoors and coexist with nature at an early age. “I was raised on a farm, and you always grow…
Read MorePrairie du Rocher levee issue heading in right direction
Federal, regional and local officials gathered Wednesday in Prairie du Rocher to discuss issues related to the levee protecting the village and the process underway to have it accredited. Officials…
Read MoreMany more can sign up for Code Red
Severe weather and heavy rainfalls overtook this summer in the St. Louis area, including Monroe County, which also experienced high humidity and heat. The Monroe County Emergency Management Agency attempts…
Read MoreLongtime Millstadt establishment back in business
Anyone who grew up in or spent a significant amount of time in Millstadt knows Ott’s Tavern is a staple of the town. For years, people would go there to…
Read MoreColumbia veteran honored with trip to D.C.
Fred Harres’ spirits soared to new heights when he traveled to Washington, D.C., last Tuesday via the Land of Lincoln Honor Flight for veterans. The Korean War veteran from Columbia…
Read MoreVeteran runs for those who can’t
A hero will be in the throng of runners who travel from near and far to participate in the Melvin Fisher Hills and Hollows Half Marathon this Saturday in Valmeyer.…
Read MoreMonroe County 1960-80: what might have been
(This is the next monthly installment of our series looking into the 200-year history of Monroe County in honor of its Bicentennial. This article examines the years 1960 to 1980.)…
Read MoreSpring election process starting
Illinoisans anticipate a lot of excitement for the upcoming November elections with county, state and national candidates running for office. But just over the horizon are the municipal elections, which…
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