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Felony weapons, theft charges in Waterloo
Two were charged with felony firearm offenses following a traffic stop in Waterloo on Wednesday. Waterloo police said Carmen Medley, 24, of Belleville, and Shandis Barker, 33, of East St.…
‘Dogs advance to sectional baseball final
Senior righthander Noah Thaggard followed up Waterloo’s pair of postseason no-hitters with a gem of his own Wednesday, throwing a complete game one-hitter in the Bulldogs’ 8-0 win over Marion…
No injuries in Valmeyer house fire
The Valmeyer Fire Department responded along with police and EMS personnel to a fire reported at 113 E. Woodland Ridge about 10:35 a.m. Thursday. A neighbor called in the fire…
Trout Hollow Road closed at D Road
A tipped over grinder on Trout Hollow Road near D Road forced the closure of the rural Waterloo road on Wednesday afternoon. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Department blocked off Trout…
WHS boys tracksters bring home medals
The Waterloo High School boys track program brought home some medals from the state meet held over the weekend. Senior Greysan Moehrs capped off an impressive high school track career…
Dupo advances to state tourney; Eagles, ‘Dogs fall
The Dupo softball team advanced to the state tourney for the first time since 2009 with two big wins over the holiday weekend. The Tigers (20-5) edged Gillespie in walk-off…
Fallen police officers’ legacies live on
“Fifty two years ago, my grandfather, Sgt. Alfred Descher of the Columbia Police Department, was killed in the line of duty. Until now, his sacrifice was never formally honored.” Those…
Farmers feeling optimistic about this year’s crops
There are a large number of “optimists” in action across Monroe County and adjacent areas. We’re not talking about members of the civic organization that promotes youth and community development. …
Furry friends warm hearts of Oak Hill residents
Pam Woodward, a restorative nurse and physical therapist at the Oak Hill senor care facility in Waterloo, watched as the place turned into a zoo last Wednesday. “Residents love animals…
Memorial Day message: Freedom isn’t free
While speakers and guests at Memorial Day services around the county came from each branch of the Armed Forces and fought in every war from World War II to Operation…