Coaching WJHS girls surpasses Vogel’s expectations
It was the second game of the season. One of Waterloo Junior High basketball coach Mark Vogel’s players was at the free throw line.
“I...
Police Blotter 12/5/12
Columbia Police
Nov. 27
Justin M. Jennings, 23, of Columbia, was arrested on a St. Clair County warrant at 223 Southwoods Drive.
Dec. 1
Trevor J. Stoltz, 25,...
Waterloo, Columbia take the Cup
It’s the one tournament each year that brings all of the local schools together. A competition amongst friends.
“I think the kids have more fun...
Columbia, Waterloo boys post Friday night wins
Back on track?
So it seemed for the Columbia High School boys basketball team on Friday night in its home opener against Wesclin. The Eagles,...
Gibault’s Candy Cane Classic Tournament
The Gibault High School Candy Cane Classic kicks-off on Monday night. The girls basketball tournament runs from Monday through Thursday, with the championship and...
Car, truck collide on Route 3 south of Waterloo
Surprisingly, no serious injuries occurred when a car and truck collided head-on in the area of Route 3 and Old Red Bud Road south...
2012-13 Signings
Here we showcase local athletes signing their National Letter of Intent to play at the collegiate level. We feature these signings in the Republic-Times...
Eagles start season on a low note
Just a few short weeks ago, the Columbia High School boys basketball team was talking about chasing the conference title and looking forward to...
Red Bud ends Columbia’s win streak
A high flying 5-0 Lady Eagles basketball team was brought back to earth Monday night when they went down, 46-37, to a tough Lady...
Voellinger receives Mon-Clair Lifetime Achievement Award
Many may know him from his distinct voice and personality that paints the Valmeyer fourth of July Classic each summer, or for his articles...
Gibault students learn dangers of texting while driving
When it comes to texting and driving, it can wait. That is the simple, yet vital, message AT&T is sending drivers -- particularly high...
New buildings almost complete at Camp Wartburg
There are exciting new things going on at Camp Wartburg, one of which has been a labor of love for the Collmeyer family over...