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Book captures farming legacy
A local history buff recently completed a substantial effort toward recognizing and honoring the history of family farms in Monroe County, recording those which have stayed with families for over…
Read More‘Celebrate that they lived’
Monday proved to be a day both for mourning and celebration as folks gathered across Monroe County to recognize Memorial Day and honor those who gave their lives in service…
Read MoreNew Athens EMS no more
Residents of New Athens will soon be relying exclusively on the services of MedStar Ambulance Inc. for their emergency response needs as the village’s ambulance service is shutting down, the…
Read MoreBright field, bright future at Borsch
A big addition to Borsch Memorial Park in Valmeyer is well underway, and with the installation of lights at Dennis “Boog” Pieper Field, more plans are on the horizon to…
Read MoreValmeyer has a new fire chief
The Valmeyer Fire Department had a change in leadership early this week as its longtime fire chief stepped down from the position he’s held for 30 years. Valmeyer Fire Chief…
Read MoreFixing a fighter jet
Two Columbia veterans have been working on a large project for the National Museum of Transportation in St. Louis, using their experience with aircraft to help in the reconstruction of…
Read MoreS4S acts selected
Songs4Soldiers announced last week its lineup for the 2024 benefit concert taking place Sept. 13-14 at Bolm-Schuhkraft City Park in Columbia. On Friday, Sept. 13, country artist Chris Janson will…
Read MoreSplash pad project cresting
The Waterloo Park Board met recently for the penultimate meeting before its completion deadline for the long-awaited Waterloo Community Splash Pad. With just over a month to go, the project…
Read MoreCelebrating a century
A Millstadt resident who attends Concord Presbyterian Church in Waterloo recently reached one of the most significant milestones anyone can achieve. Janice Nolen celebrated her 100th birthday at the church…
Read MoreGin Blossoms, Chris Janson headline Songs4Soldiers
Songs4Soldiers announced Thursday morning its concert lineup for the 2024 benefit concert taking place Sept. 13-14 at Bolm-Schuhkraft City Park in Columbia. On Friday, Sept. 13, country artist Chris Janson…
Read MoreWings of Bronze at special site
A Columbia man is looking to honor the memory of his wife and the work of both her and countless other volunteers at a nearby environmental nonprofit. The World Bird…
Read MoreCPD sergeant never gave up
Columbia Police Sergeant Michael Conrad passed away early last week following a three-year battle with cancer, leaving his family and friends both in and out of uniform to mourn and…
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