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Field fire in Valmeyer
The Valmeyer Fire Department responded to a report of a field fire in the area of 5900 C Road at about 2:30 pm. Monday.
COVID crisis continues
Monroe County has now had 2,867 coronavirus cases since the pandemic began after reporting 238 since Dec. 15. It reported 261 the previous week. There were 31 new cases Tuesday,…
Burglary reports south of Columbia
Police are investigating multiple burglary reports in the area of Bluff Road south of Columbia. The first report came about 10:30 a.m. Friday in the 2800 block of Woodson Drive…
Thursday crash in Columbia
Emergency personnel responded about 2:45 p.m. Thursday to a vehicle crash on Route 3 just south of West Park Drive in Columbia. A vehicle went off the roadway and into…
Gas line struck in Red Bud
The Red Bud Fire Department responded about 11:45 a.m. Thursday to the report of a gas line struck at 1157 Jacob Drive in Red Bud.
Gallagher’s to close temporarily
Gallagher’s Restaurant in Waterloo announced that it will be temporarily closing Jan. 1 to allow for renovations on its building. “Our concept is to reinvest in the community and do…
Vaccine on its way
The Food and Drug Administration on Friday approved the first vaccine to treat the novel coronavirus, putting the pandemic’s end nearer than ever. “The known and potential benefits outweigh the…
Washy’s cancels large concerts
Washy’s Saloon in Waterloo canceled a controversial concert set for this Saturday after consulting with the Monroe County Health Department, then decided to stop other full-band concerts for the time…
An Eagle Scout project for the books
The COVID-19 pandemic was not enough to stop Ethan Ellis from completing his Eagle Scout project. In fact, the project created opportunity for a community effort during a time when…
Keeper of Oak Hill honored
Throughout the year, numerous awards are presented for acting, writing, sports performances and other achievements. Often we wonder, “How’d they make that choice?” But the selection of Deb Carrico for…