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MRTD gets anyone anywhere
The Monroe-Randolph Transit District has been serving locals since the mid-2000s, providing transportation everywhere between Columbia and Steeleville. Though the district had a rather humble start, it’s seen significant growth…
Fall financials for Columbia schools
It was a generally quiet meeting for the Columbia School Board on Thursday, with the October meeting centering mainly around discussion topics – though the board did approve a bid…
Taco Bell on the move in Waterloo?
Plans for a new Taco Bell location in Waterloo moved forward earlier this month. During the Oct. 9 meeting of the Waterloo Planning Commission, a favorable recommendation was made on…
Business as usual in Columbia
The Columbia City Council meeting on Oct. 16 featured yet another “clean opinion” of the city’s finances and accounting practices. Jim Schmersahl of the Schorb & Schmersahl accounting firm delivered…
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…