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Family learns, grows through foreign exchange program
Kent Schuchmann and his family never planned on having more children than their own, but ended up doing just that. The Smithton family has hosted foreign exchange students since 2005,…
HSMC event furthers new shelter efforts
The community came together again Saturday night in support of the Humane Society of Monroe County during a fundraising dinner and auction fondly known as “A Cause For Paws.” The…
Lost Cat in Columbia
–Lost Pet Alert– This cat named “Brown” is missing in Columbia. The family has recently moved to Columbia and Brown probably does not know his way around. He is a…
Police Blotter 4/2/14
Columbia Police March 26 – Lee Everett Nichols, 29, of Cahokia, was charged with felony driving while license revoked (second offense) following a Feb. 24 incident. March 27 – Regina…
Found pet in Fults – chow mix
–Found dog alert– “This stray dog that showed up at our farm in Fults near MM and G Road on Saturday Apr 5th. He’s a sweet guy, clean and in…
Bobcat hunting bill advances to senate
Soon, bobcat hunting may be legal in Illinois. State lawmakers have advanced a proposal to allow bobcat hunting for the first time in more than 40 years. The Illinois House…
Two dogs missing from Burksville area
–Missing Dog Alert– Both dogs missing are originally from the Burksville area. Two medium-size mixed-breed dogs. One of the dogs is white with brownish reddish spots (spaniel type) and the…
Eagles fly past Hawks at GCS
It was a battle of southpaws, with Columbia emerging victorious over Gibault in a cold, windy baseball contest Friday night at GCS Ballpark in Sauget. Eagles starting pitcher Josh Fleming…
Rotary Club of Monroe County receives official charter
The Rotary International civic service organization expanded its presence in Monroe County by adding a third Rotary club. The Rotary Club of Monroe County joins established clubs in Columbia and…
Columbia softball tops Waterloo, now 7-0
Monday’s game between Waterloo and Columbia showcased two local high school softball teams playing well to start the season. Columbia freshman Kelly Metter’s single drove home Taryn Pena in the…