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Schools adapt to remote learning
Gov. JB Pritzker announced March 27 that all schools in the state, which have been closed since March 17, will start using remote learning days. That change forced school officials,…
Flooding concerns eased, for now
With last year’s extended flood season still fresh in many minds around Monroe County and extended repeated winter and early spring rainfalls across the region, many are fearing a repeat…
Waterloo City Council meets outside
Monday night, the Waterloo City Council conducted it first meeting during the state’s “shelter in place” order under the stars in the parking lot of City Hall. The six aldermen…
Columbia attorney gives back
March 18 marked the 57th anniversary of a landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision that greatly expanded the need for one of the most overlooked roles in the criminal justice system.…
Liefer joins county legal team
Monroe County State’s Attorney Chris Hitzemann recently announced that he hired Lucas Liefer to take over the assistant state’s attorney job vacated by Ryan Martin. “I am delighted to become…
Columbia discusses budget
The Columbia City Council held its second meeting without an in-person audience Monday night. The first meeting featuring online-only viewing and participation was held March 27 to announce a Declaration…
Aguiar reflects on ‘Biggest Loser’ experience
Despite snapping a bone in her leg because she was “being a little too competitive” during a challenge early in the season, Columbia’s Teri Aguiar made it to the penultimate…
County board hosts first virtual meeting
The Monroe County Board conducted its first-ever “virtual meeting” Monday in the face of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Board chairman Bob Elmore met from his home, Commissioner Vicki Koerber and…
Red Bud Regional Hospital parent files bankruptcy
Quorum Health Corporation, which owns Red Bud Regional Hospital and 22 other community hospitals across the country, announced Tuesday it has entered into a financial restructuring agreement that will protect…
Girl injured by egg thrown from vehicle
A parent reported that their young daughter was struck in the face by an egg thrown out of a white Mitsubishi Eclipse SUV while she was walking along Route 3…