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Propane line struck in Burksville
The Monroe County Sheriff’s Department and Waterloo Fire Department responded just after 12:30 p.m. Wednesday to a call of a propane line struck at a residence in the 5700 block…
WHS Legacy Wall adding names
The 2025 inductees to the Waterloo High School Legacy have excelled in a variety of career fields, but all will come together Sept. 25 to be honored as a celebration…
Solar flare in Columbia
Echoing an Aug. 4 meeting, discussion of a proposed solar project once again lasted nearly an hour on the top floor of Columbia City Hall Monday night. Members of Christ…
Tiny’s turns 50 in Columbia
Tiny’s Tavern & Grill in Columbia is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, and though the structure has changed and the business has grown, it remains for many in the…
Fine dining and more at Geno’s
Downtown Waterloo’s high-end dining option saw an official change of ownership this week as Geno’s Trattoria & Chophouse hosted its grand opening. As previously reported, the location at 114 W.…
County still ‘grasping hold’ of Oak Hill
Despite the expected approval of a lease agreement this coming Monday which will make Accolade Healthcare the primary stewards of Oak Hill for at least the next five years, Monroe…
Former Hecker mayor passes
The Village of Hecker paid tribute to one of its former mayors upon his passing earlier this week due to cancer at the age of 71. In addition to serving…
Audit shows St. Louis mail backlog
The United States Postal Service’s Inspector General released results of its audit of several St. Louis mail facilities last week, saying it found “systemic issues” with one center even breaking…
Food prices follow inflation uptick
After a few months of a downward trend, inflation is on the rise again with food prices following suit. The latest Consumer Price Index increased 0.3 percent in June and…
Ameren seeks gas rate hike
The Illinois Commerce Commission is encouraging Ameren Illinois customers to provide public comment on the utility’s proposed natural gas rate increase during a pair of public hearings in Springfield and…