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New Year’s arrest after I-255 chase
The Monroe County Sheriff’s Department and other area police departments responded about 4:40 a.m. Jan. 1 for a report of a driver travelling eastbound in the westbound lanes on I-255…
WHS alum awarded for veterinary research
A Waterloo High School alumnus was recently presented with two awards recognizing his work as a researcher and clinical director at the University of Illinois in the College of Veterinary…
Shoults retires after 46 years
Waterloo Automotive said goodbye to a longtime employee Thursday as Brad Shoults traded in his toolbox for a tackle box after 46 years with the business. Brad said he is…
Farm goals for the new year
By RICH GUEBERT JR. Illinois Farm Bureau As we head into the new year, I am excited for efforts to make 2023 the “Year of the Farmer.” Illinois Farm Families,…
License plate fee lowers for seniors
Eligible older adults and persons with disabilities will see their annual license plate renewal fee reduced by more than half in the new year. Under Public Act 102-0807, which took…
What to expect in 2023
Even with one of the more talked about changes for 2023 being put on hold for now, there is plenty in store for the new year. Shortly after a Kankakee…
Gallagher’s Restaurant: Old school charm with a twist
Two years after closing their doors and with extensive renovations finally finishing up, the Gallaghers will soon be reopening their downtown Waterloo restaurant. Brothers Jered and James said they currently…
Blood drive honors Elsa
Waterloo Junior High School recently hosted a blood drive in honor of local cancer warrior Elsa Wiemerslage. The Red Cross Blood Drive was largely organized by Linze Zarzeck, who leads…
SAFE-T Act on hold
Just a few hours before they were set to go into effect, the Illinois Supreme Court ruled that parts of the SAFE-T Act would be put on hold through the…
Columbia OKs home rule question
The Columbia City Council voted to approve its first resolution of the year Tuesday night. The action will give voters a chance to decide whether or not the city should…