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WPD sergeant speaks out

A police sergeant still seeking closure on his employment situation after months of being on disability leave addressed the Waterloo City Council again Monday night.  Sgt. Eric Zaber, who spoke…

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House fire near New Hanover

Multiple departments battled a large house fire late Tuesday morning at 20 Chesapeake Trail south of Columbia.  The owner of the residence called 911 at 10:55 a.m. to report he…

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Motorcycle speeds through Monroe County

Police agencies were on the lookout for a black motorcycle driven by a white male wearing a brown leather jacket shortly after 3:30 p.m. Monday. Initial reports are that the…

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Felony charges follow fight at Columbia bar

Two men were charged this week with multiple felonies following an early Sunday morning altercation at Tiny’s Pub & Grill, 602 N. Main Street, Columbia. Columbia police interviewed witnesses to…

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Death under investigation in Columbia

The death of a man found deceased in his Columbia apartment Wednesday morning is being investigated, though no foul play is suspected. Police were called to conduct a welfare check…

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Pool talk makes waves in Waterloo

The most recent Waterloo Park Board meeting saw a blow to the splash pad’s funding as well as a discussion of election ethics. Perhaps the most contentious moment of last…

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Clearing up home rule in Columbia?

The City of Columbia and a group of realtors are headed for a showdown about the home rule referendum on the April 4 ballot. A community meeting hosted by the…

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Race is on for Waterloo mayor

Voters will decide a myriad of races across Monroe County in the April 4 election, with a key race being that for Waterloo mayor. Voting on Tuesday, April 4, is…

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Contested race for Waterloo Park Board

The Waterloo Park District Board has two seats up for election on the April 4 ballot with four candidates vying for them. One commissioner position was left vacant after former…

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Many choices for Waterloo School Board

The Waterloo School Board has four seats up for election on April 4.  Current board member Gary Most is not seeking re-election. While voters can select four candidates total, school…

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