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Southwest Connector updates
The Four-County Highway Coalition recently announced small developments toward the Southwest Illinois Connector, marking slow but steady progress toward a project that’s been in the works for decades. Murphysboro Mayor…
Read MoreShop local for the holidays
The annual Waterloo Christmas Walk is in full swing, offering plenty of holiday cheer while also highlighting small businesses in the community. Explore Waterloo Board Member and Christmas Walk Chair…
Read MoreAnimal control policy explained
While the Monroe County Board of Commissioners approved several reappointments to county positions during Monday’s regular meeting, a group of residents has been more concerned recently with one county role…
Read MoreJB Bridge westbound back open
As expected, the westbound span of the Jefferson Barracks Bridge on I-255 from Monroe County into Missouri was reopened to traffic this past weekend following a closure of several months…
Read MoreSupport sought for Waterloo Santa Float
The Santa Float is once again set to make its rounds through Waterloo this upcoming Christmas season. With the City of Waterloo, Sister Cities of PortaLoo and Waterloo Chamber of…
Read MoreMonroe County loves its veterans
Waterloo and Columbia each hosted Veterans Day ceremonies this past weekend, with city officials and residents coming out to recognize the sacrifice of all those who have served in the…
Read MoreHistoric house in harm’s way
With a recent sign dedication at Fort Piggott off Bluff Road near Columbia now past, the Kaskaskia-Cahokia Trail Coalition has turned some of its attention toward another local historical landmark…
Read MoreFirst aid for the mind
Human Support Services will soon be conducting several mental health first aid training sessions, part of the organization’s ongoing efforts to improve mental health awareness and care in the community.…
Read MoreSkate park hours debated
Most notable among the items discussed at last week’s Waterloo Park District board meeting were changes at the Waterloo Optimist Skate Park – though the board also touched on progress…
Read MoreVet turns 100 on Veterans Day
Veterans Day is this Saturday, and much of Monroe County will be recognizing the achievements and history of American veterans in one way or another. One local veteran will be…
Read MoreWard leaves ‘The Voice’
A local singer has made waves over the last few weeks as the community tuned in each week to watch his performances on NBC’s “The Voice.” Unfortunately, Eli Ward’s time…
Read MoreFederal appeals court upholds Illinois’ assault weapons ban
In a 2-1 ruling on Friday, a federal appeals court declined to block enforcement of Illinois’ assault weapon ban as well as similar local ordinances, saying the rights guaranteed under…
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