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CPD to conduct extra Halloween patrols
Over the Halloween weekend (Oct. 31 to Nov. 2), the Columbia Police Department will participate with other agencies in the national “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” traffic safety campaign.…
Peace Walk highlights domestic violence awareness
Joined by public officials and members of the community, the Violence Prevention Center of Southwestern Illinois recognized Domestic Violence Awareness Month with a Peace Walk in Hecker on Thursday night.…
Candidates discuss the issues in public forum held at WHS
(To view a video of the entire candidates forum, click here: http://www.ustream.tv/recorded/53736285) Candidates running for county board, assessor and sheriff expressed their views on a variety of topics last Wednesday night…
Colorful barge contributes to cancer fight
By ALAN DOOLEY What color are barges on the Mississippi River? Most are grey. A few are red. A few are green, and others are blue. But one is pink.…
Eagles defeat Hawks in regional soccer showdown
The Columbia High School soccer team has been tormented by rival Gibault over the past few years. In 2012, the Eagles’ season came to an end against the Hawks, as…
Rollover on Imbs Station Road
Columbia Fire Department and EMS responded to a vehicle rollover in the 2200 block of Imbs Station Road. The call, which came in at 8:25 p.m. on Tuesday, said there…
Police blotter 10/8/14
Columbia Police Oct. 1: William G. Anselman, 60, of Cedar Bluff, Va., was arrested for DUI, illegal transportation of alcohol, driving while suspended, driving below minimum speed limit and no…
Tornado watch issued for Monroe County
The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center has issued a tornado watch for Monroe, Randolph, and St. Clair counties until 7:00 p.m. The St. Louis National Weather Service has provided…
Columbia wins at Breese Central, 25-0
The Columbia football team clinched a playoff spot and improved to 6-1 on the season with a decisive 25-0 road win Friday night at Breese Central. The Eagles defense shut…
Highland wins ‘Battle of Bulldogs’ over Waterloo, 44-22
Highland is ranked fourth in the IHSA Class 5A state football rankings for a reason, and they showed why in a 44-22 victory at Waterloo on a cold and rainy…