Government
Annex, Route 3, fee collection among county board topics
The Monroe County Board conducted a shorter-than-normal session Monday, concluding its agenda and hosting two comments in little more than one hour. An executive session was first conducted with Monroe…
Read MoreOverdose totals analyzed
An increase in 2016 drug overdoses had cast a dark cloud over Monroe County, but 2017 numbers show a more positive outlook. Monroe County Coroner Bob Hill’s report for 2017…
Read MoreHow much do your legislators make?
In less than a month, the polls will open up for Illinois residents to choose primary candidates for local, state and federal…
Read MoreCounty owed $770,000 in fees, fines
The Monroe County Board approved increases in fees to help fund increased courthouse security during its regular meeting on Tuesday. The changes resulted from a study conducted last year by…
Read MoreWork to be done on governor’s budget proposal
Republican Governor Bruce Rauner proposed a state budget last Wednesday, calling for pension reform he says would result in a $1…
Read MoreColumbia talks future projects
The Columbia City Council Committee of the Whole discussed an array of topics from downtown beautification to both cash flow and traffic flow during its Monday night meeting. City engineer…
Read MoreCounty board approves solar power ordinance
The Monroe County Board of Commissioners approved a comprehensive solar power ordinance at their Monday session. The rule applies to both individuals with small solar arrays and companies operating large…
Read MoreMixed reaction to governor’s address
Republican Governor Bruce Rauner delivered his annual State of the State address last Wednesday in Springfield, touching on job creation, term limits, the state budget and property tax relief. State…
Read MoreSchimpf advocates for Southwest Illinois Connector
State Sen. Paul Schimpf has a number of goals for the spring session, including introducing legislation to help with job creation in southern Illinois and consolidate state government. One of…
Read MoreFlu outbreak reaches Monroe County
Flu season is in full force, and if national reports are any indication, the severity and outbreak of the illness is much worse than in previous years. The nastiest aspect…
Read MoreColumbia considers gaming restrictions
The Columbia City Council Committee of the Whole on Monday night put the finishing touches on proposed revisions to the city’s liquor code that will provide some restrictions on video…
Read MoreWhat to expect in 2018
Much excitement is in store for 2018, not the least of which are the 2018 elections, the myriad of businesses slated to open in Monroe County and the happenings at…
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