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Go big or go home: Dairy farmers reflect on industry changes
For the Parkers and the Reinhardts, dairy farming literally runs in their blood. Both families have witnessed and adapted to changes in the industry over the years. According to a…
Roider case goes to the jury
The fate of Kyle Roider is officially now in the hands of the jury. After Roider took the stand as the defense’s first and only witness and the conclusion of…
Roider trial ends second day
Thanks to DNA testing, ballistics and a detailed autopsy, the jury on Thursday gained a technical look into Steven Becker’s death during the second day of testimony in the trial…
Valmeyer parish turning 100
From fish fry Fridays to “The Bell” that has moved with the parish from old to new Valmeyer, St. Mary Catholic Church has been a staple of Monroe County. To…
Hartman named Master Farmer
Three Illinois producers will be honored as 2021 Master Farmers at Prairie Farmer magazine’s annual recognition program, being held for the first time during the Farm Progress Show, in Decatur…
Sunflowers for a cause near Hecker
On Route 156 near Hecker, passers-by admire four acres of sunflowers lining the road. Now, the family farm is harnessing the flowers’ beauty to make a difference across the world. …
Roider trial gets underway
As most records in the case – including search warrants, psychological exam reports and various motions – were ordered sealed, Monroe County has been left with many unanswered questions concerning…
All about masks in Columbia
Much to the disappointment of the crowd that occupied Parkview Elementary’s gym bleachers – some even holding signs urging for the district’s masking policy to be reversed – the Columbia…
Train visit sparks memories of times past
A piece of American history will be rolling through the Bottoms this Saturday afternoon as Union Pacific’s Big Boy No. 4014 steam engine makes its way from Chester to St.…
Monroe County vax rate tops 50 percent
Monroe County’s vaccination rate just exceeded 50 percent, but Monroe County Health Department Administrator John Wagner said even more need to get the shot. “It’s nice that we’re one of…