Government
Maeystown still tackling water issues
As residents of Flint, Mich., continue to deal with the effects of a poorly managed water contamination crisis that has allowed lead to leach into the city’s drinking water for…
Read MoreEarly growth, Lincoln visit follow county’s founding
This is the second in a monthly series looking back on Monroe County as part of its Bicentennial celebration in 2016. We previously wrote about events from the arrival of…
Read MoreCourthouse increases security measures
Monroe County’s rural and small-town atmosphere has made it a pleasant, safe place to live for decades. Most residents can even remember leaving their homes and cars unlocked without giving…
Read MoreWhat to expect in 2016
In this Bicentennial year, Monroe Countians will put their best faces forward as they celebrate all their county has to offer throughout the year. Here are some other things Monroe…
Read MoreAs river recedes, EMA assessing local damage
With the threat of major flooding decreasing by the day, the Monroe County Emergency Management Agency is now focused on working with the Illinois EMA to assess local damage as…
Read MoreMonroe County set to ring in Bicentennial year
Local communities are participating in a county-wide “Ringing in the New Year” event at noon on Jan. 1 to commemorate the Monroe County Bicentennial. Residents should arrive at 11:30 a.m.…
Read MoreMonroe County’s founding precedes Illinois
With the swift approach of “Ringing in the New Year” on Friday that begins a year-long celebration of the Bicentennial of Monroe County’s establishment in 1816, the Republic-Times is introducing…
Read MoreCounty set to ring in milestone year
Bells ranging from church bells to small ceramic and metal cow bells will clang, clack and chime in unison across Monroe County to announce the start of Bicentennial observances taking…
Read MoreHealth department offers valuable services
Hundreds of residents pass by the Monroe County Health Department at the Annex Building along Route 3 in Waterloo and give little or no thought to what goes on there…
Read MoreGovernor signs bill to pay cities
The Illinois General Assembly passed Senate Bill 2039 Monday morning, and municipalities around the state breathed a collective sigh of relief. The Illinois House of Representatives passed the bill 107-1-1…
Read MoreCounty approves new fiscal year budget
The Monroe County Board of Commissioners launched its new fiscal year in a lengthy session on Monday, approving a budget by a 2-1 vote. The county’s fiscal year runs from…
Read MoreStephan, Kohlmeier throw hats into ring
Two more have added their names to the list of local candidates seeking public office in 2016. Leo Stephan of Waterloo has announced his candidacy for Monroe County Commissioner as…
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