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I-255 repairs in St. Clair County
The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that lane restrictions will be encountered this week, weather permitting, on northbound I-255 from mile marker 16 north of Mousette Lane to mile marker…
Monday fire call in Waterloo
A small fire was extinguished quickly in the 900 block of Mist Flower Drive in Waterloo early Monday afternoon. The Waterloo Fire Department, Waterloo Police Department and Monroe County EMS…
Stolen vehicle arrest in Waterloo
Three people were taken into custody after a Monroe County Sheriff’s Department deputy observed a vehicle stolen from out of the area early Friday afternoon near Waterloo. Police said the…
I-255 bridge deck repairs next week
The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that lane restrictions will be encountered next week, weather permitting, on northbound I-255 from mile marker 16 north of Mousette Lane to mile marker…
Local talent shines on ‘The Voice’
The most recent season of NBC’s “The Voice” is well underway, with many in Waterloo and throughout the area having spent the last few weeks waiting in anticipation for a…
Walking with Allison
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Columbia is hosting a benefit walk this Saturday to raise funds for a young local nurse who has been dealing with severe complications following a…
More potty talk for Waterloo School Board
Monday saw yet another meeting for the Waterloo School Board featuring talk about the district’s gender identity and bathroom policy, though other items also received attention. Following a 45-minute delay…
A rebirth for Old Baum Church
Many in Monroe County are sure to have fond memories of Old Baum Church. Located along one of the more quiet roads in the county, the church has served as…
Budget, Oak Hill topics for county
Monroe County Treasurer Kevin Koenigstein presented a positive report Monday morning about the state of county finances and a progress update for the upcoming budget. During the Monroe County Board…
Splash pad project percolating
The Waterloo Park District Board met last Wednesday evening to discuss various matters ranging from the district’s tax levy to developments pertaining to the splash pad project at William Zimmer…