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Anhydrous ammonia scare near Waterloo
The Waterloo Fire Department joined EMS personnel in responding about 7:50 p.m. Wednesday to what was initially thought to be an anhydrous ammonia leak at the Gateway FS fertilizer plant…
Vietnam vet flies again
A local veteran recently flew in the helicopter he called home during his tour of Vietnam, providing him with memories of his military service as well as the welcome home…
Knobloch bowing out
Monroe County Board Chairman Dennis Knobloch, a Republican, announced Friday he is not seeking a new term as commissioner after his current term expires Nov. 30, 2024. Knobloch was appointed…
Fluid talks for splash pad
If last week’s meeting of the Waterloo City Council’s finance committee is an indication, work on the long-delayed splash pad at William Zimmer Memorial Park may begin as early as…
Managing power during a heat wave
The Midwest endured a tremendous heat wave last week, with temperatures in the St. Louis area rising into the 100s toward the end of the week, the coolest temperatures sticking…
10K Day at Helping Strays
Helping Strays is its 20th anniversary next year, but it was able to mark a different milestone last week when the 10,000th animal was adopted from Monroe County’s no-kill shelter.…
New SRO for Waterloo
Students and faculty throughout the Waterloo School District are bound to have noticed a new face walking the halls in his newly appointed role for the community. While the Waterloo…
Noah nails ACT
A Columbia High School student recently managed one of the most remarkable academic honors: a perfect score on the ACT. Noah Boyer-Edwards, a CHS senior, was recognized on the school…
A taste of Japan in Waterloo
Earlier this month, a new restaurant came to Waterloo, offering local residents the opportunity to experience a range of Japanese foods. Hiko Japanese Steak, Sushi & Ramen hosted its grand…
Sex charges for Waterloo man
A Monroe County man is facing multiple felony charges related to seducing and committing sexual acts with a minor earlier this year. Jorge Cruz-Lopez, 30, of Waterloo, was charged Friday…