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Republican diaper drive a success
Local Republicans in the community knocked it out of the park this month as donations poured in for a diaper drive to benefit Life Network of Southern Illinois. What began…
Real Estate Transactions | Dec. 1-5, 2025
The location of real estate transactions with only the parcel number listed may be viewed be entering the number on the Monroe County GIS website ‘Parcel Viewer.’ All transactions may…
Tuesday crash in Columbia
Emergency personnel responded about noon Tuesday to a single-vehicle crash on Route 3 northbound at Eagle Drive near Columbia Middle School. No injuries were reported in the crash, which involved…
Saturday night rollover near Red Bud
Emergency personnel responded shortly after 11 p.m. Saturday to a vehicle rollover crash on Route 159 near LL Road north of Red Bud. The driver was able to exit the…
Thursday night crash near Waterloo
Emergency personnel responded shortly after 9:45 p.m. Thursday to a single-vehicle crash on Route 3 at Coxeyville Road just north of Waterloo. There were three juvenile female occupants in the…
Assistance sought in Rock City incident
The Valmeyer Police Department is seeking assistance from the public in identifying four persons of interest in connection with a recent report of criminal damage inside the Rock City cave…
Helping hands for the holidays
With Christmas just on the horizon, folks throughout Monroe County have begun to display tremendous generosity as they help their neighbors during the season of giving. This spirit of charity…
Waterloo school tax levy talk
Gathering for its regular meeting this coming Monday evening, the Waterloo School District will hold a public hearing regarding a tax levy that is notably greater than last year’s, with…
Solar farm plan gets shady reception
After months of waiting and two delayed meetings, the matter of a potential solar farm just outside Waterloo finally came before Monroe County officials, garnering a largely negative response. The…
Staying strong with Peachy Pilates
Local residents looking to get their workout fix now have a new option with the arrival of Peachy Pilates. The business is led by Traci Trost and Natalie Manthei, two…