WHS student gets creative to help hospital
A Waterloo High School freshman is using his time at home during the coronavirus pandemic to keep...
COVID-19 survivor ‘one of the lucky ones’
At the Valmeyer Music Boosters Dinner Theater on March 14, Donna Mueller fell backstage.
Virus milestones are ‘lonely’ and ‘isolated’
In an era of drive-by birthday parties and drive-thru visitations, it is clear the coronavirus pandemic has impacted virtually all areas of...
Pandemic can worsen mental health
For many people, the coronavirus pandemic has brought an untold amount of uncertainty and stress to their daily lives.
Waterloo retiree is CASA volunteer
In her retirement, Waterloo resident Susan Martin strives for balance.
She aims to balance...
Dealing with domestic violence during a pandemic
The idea behind Illinois’ stay at home order is to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus by staying in a safe...
Monroe County coronavirus cases rise to 47 after nursing home outbreak; now 5 deaths
A coronavirus outbreak at a senior living facility in Columbia has led to a steady rise in...
Flooding concerns eased, for now
With last year’s extended flood season still fresh in many minds around Monroe County and extended repeated...
Aguiar reflects on ‘Biggest Loser’ experience
Despite snapping a bone in her leg because she was “being a little too competitive” during a...
County board hosts first virtual meeting
The Monroe County Board conducted its first-ever “virtual meeting” Monday in the face of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Board...
Monroe County has 18 coronavirus cases; reports first death
Monroe County is now reporting 18 cases of coronavirus – including its first death – as the...
Families help environment during pandemic
Several families in Monroe County have started doing what they can to help the environment during the...