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Still building after 50 years
A house-building husband and wife duo were recognized last week by the City of Waterloo for 50 years of business as they’ve been contributing to developments in the city and…
Columbia eyes southern growth
A mere two weeks after adopting a new comprehensive plan, the City of Columbia has taken the first steps to accomplish its goal of southern expansion. During the Jan. 21…
Maeystown wastewater woes
The Village of Maeystown will be conducting a public hearing Monday regarding proposed improvements to the community’s wastewater treatment facility, bringing the sewage system up to code and addressing issues…
Local vets shoot for strikes
Several local veterans and other military personnel recently participated in a national tournament, joining with others involved in the U.S. Armed Forces for some friendly bowling competition. Bob Manning and…
Mercy opens clinic in Waterloo
The opening of Mercy Clinic Primary Care – Waterloo was celebrated Tuesday with a blessing and ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday at 1551 N. Illinois Route 3 next to Dobbs Tire &…
Waterloo School Board talks projects
The Waterloo School Board opened the year with a range of discussion and action items including replacement of a cooling tower for the high school, a bid for bleachers at…
Volkmar joins CASA in Randolph County
Court Appointed Special Advocates of Southwestern Illinois announced its continued expansion in Randolph County with the addition of dedicated volunteer coordinator Jeremy Volkmar. This new role underscores CASA’s commitment to…
Several new bills proposed in Illinois
By JADE AUBREY Capitol News Illinois Illinois lawmakers kicked off their spring legislative session roughly three weeks ago, but lawmakers in the House have already filed more than 1,800 bills…
Record soybean harvest in Illinois
ation announced that Illinois farmers have set a new soybean production record. According to the National Agricultural Statistics Service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Illinois farmers produced 688 million…
Budget questions loom for Illinois
By BEN SZALINSKI Capitol News Illinois Revenue returns remain on track halfway through Illinois’ budget year, though it’s next year that is causing concern in the Capitol. The Governor’s Office…