Government
Columbia launches phone app
It was no April Fool’s joke when the Know Columbia app launched on April 1. The app is designed to easily connect Columbia residents with their municipal government. The app…
Read MoreWaterloo ups its trash rate
The Waterloo City Council on Monday night approved an increase in the monthly household charge for trash and recycling pickup and approved a handful of other measures. The new monthly…
Read MoreIllinois looks to add EV chargers
Illinois’ electric vehicle charging infrastructure is on pace to double this year, buoyed by an influx of state and federal dollars. Per Capitol News Illinois, the investments are aimed at…
Read MoreLittle surprise in primary
Tuesday’s primary election saw somewhat below average voter turnout, though some Monroe County residents still packed into their polling places throughout the day. In the race between Darren Bailey and…
Read MoreColumbia biz district gets OK
In contrast to two lengthy public hearings about a proposed business district in the northern part of Columbia covering several hours, the same topic was discussed and approved within minutes…
Read MoreCounty makes appointments
A number of recent resignations and retirements had the Monroe County Board playing musical chairs during Monday’s meeting. Brian Coats was appointed to the Monroe County Board of Appeals, filling…
Read MoreBost, Bailey in primary showdown
Republican voters will decide their nominee for Illinois 12th Congressional District U.S. Representative on March 19 between incumbent Mike Bost and challenger Darren Bailey. The 12th District encompasses mostly the…
Read MorePrimary primer
With the 2024 primary election set to take place this coming Tuesday, Monroe County Clerk Jonathan McLean provided an update on early voting as well as some advice for those…
Read MoreRepublican primary for state senator
Republican voters will decide their nominee for 58th District State Senator on March 19 between incumbent Terri Bryant and challenger Wesley Kash. The 58th Senate District includes all or parts…
Read MoreDemocrats have race for U.S. Congress
Democratic voters will decide their nominee for Illinois 12th Congressional District U.S. Representative on March 19 between Preston G. Nelson and Brian Roberts. The 12th District encompasses mostly the southern…
Read MoreColumbia road work warming up
While a business district public hearing took up a majority of time during the March meeting of the Columbia City Council, there were other action and discussion items on the…
Read MoreColumbia biz district drama
The Columbia City Council chambers were once again packed Monday night for a second public hearing about a proposed business district in the northern part of the city. After nearly…
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