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Songs4Soldiers founder receives state award
A Columbia man and his wildly successful nonprofit group were recognized at the Illinois State Fair in Springfield on Sunday for going above and beyond for local veterans in need.…
Monroe County 1940-1960: wars, a bridge and parks
(This is the next monthly installment of our series looking into the 200-year history of Monroe County in honor of its Bicentennial. This article examines the years 1940 to 1960.)…
Exchange students enjoyed stay in Waterloo
Even though Liska Horstmann, 17, only spent a month in Waterloo, she experienced more of the area than some will in a year’s time. Horstmann is one of two students…
School supply drives help those in need
Cassandra Crowe received birthday gifts from her family that everyone covets — money. That money may have been enough for a shopping spree. It may have been enough for several…
Smithton man guilty of child porn
A 40-year-old Smithton man entered a guilty plea Tuesday in federal court on charges of sexual exploitation of a minor and possession of child porn. Kyle W. Oberg now faces…
Police Blotter | 8/10/2016
(Editor’s note: Information in this report is gathered directly from area police agencies, county courts and emergency radio dispatch. The public is reminded that defendants are presumed innocent until proven…
Injury crash in Waterloo on Saturday night
A two-vehicle crash occurred about 10 p.m. Saturday on Route 3 near Marketplace Drive in Waterloo, resulting in one injury. Police said William J. Goodnick, 56, of Waterloo, was traveling…
Flash Flood Warning in Monroe County
A Flash Flood Warning was issued early Monday morning until 11 a.m. for Monroe County due to heavy amounts of rainfall received this weekend. Be alert for standing water on…
IDOT explains local roundabout decision
A new roundabout being constructed on Route 156 at Lakeview Drive just west of Route 3 in Waterloo has scarcely escaped the notice of motorists in the community over recent…
Damage to front door of Dupo library
Dupo police are investigating after the front door of Daugherty Public Library in Dupo was damaged by rocks earlier this week. Pictured is the damage as shared on the Dupo…