The legend of Red Lehr

When he was 5 years old, David “Red” Lehr made his onstage debut when he stepped on top of an orange crate to play trombone in his father’s local band…

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Columbia courting cannabis?

The future of a possible cannabis dispensary in Columbia took a step forward during a city council committee meeting last Tuesday night. Columbia Director of Community Development Scott Dunakey sought…

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Hard work for a hurried harvest

If 2019 illustrates any guarantees and certainties about farming, it is that there are precious few of them.   Trade disputes have weighed on income results, and weather has as…

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Vets honored for ‘selfless service’

Despite wintry weather conditions that made travel hazardous, Monroe County residents came out in droves to various programs honoring veterans for Veterans Day.  In Columbia, this year’s event focused on…

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Waterloo FFA wins national award

The Waterloo FFA chapter brought another accolade home this weekend after it won an award Thursday during the National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis.  The group won the National…

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Gibault honors its veterans

A new feature at Gibault Catholic High School honors certain alumni similar to other accomplished students.  The feature is a military honor wall created by the Gibault Men’s Club to…

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Abbey owner provides update

With the Immaculate Conception School and church now completely moved to a new location off Palmer Road, the former parish grounds on Main Street in Columbia are ready to experience…

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Cannabis biz ban in Waterloo

Waterloo is saying no to weed, at least when it comes to allowing recreational cannabis businesses in town. In June, Illinois became the 11th state to allow recreational marijuana. Effective…

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