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Shared-use underpass in Route 3 plans
The upcoming Route 3 improvement project will bring a few new traffic features to Waterloo, including a shared-use underpass for pedestrians and bicyclists. Illinois Department of Transportation officials explained this…
An Eagle Scout project to remember in Dupo
Inspired by a fellow student, 17-year-old Matt Neumann of Columbia orchestrated a largescale project that will benefit students of one local high school for many years to come. Neumann, a…
Local World War II vet’s service is not forgotten
As the nation celebrated the anniversary of its birth last week, one local resident was finally able to enjoy the recognition he earned defending the country during some of its…
Police Blotter 7/3/13
Columbia Police June 26 Thomas C. Adams, 23, of Granite City, was arrested on a St. Clair County warrant and driving while licensed suspended. Dorothy S. Burgess, 57, of Granite…
Kuykendall enters not guilty plea in Columbia murder
The 20-year-old man accused of stabbing to death his 17-year-old ex-girlfriend in Columbia on June 27 was arraigned Tuesday at the Monroe County Courthouse on a charge of first-degree murder. …
Cyndi Kelly: local senior softball star in a league of her own
As young athletes, many consider themselves to be invincible, not thinking of a time when they will no longer be able to play their beloved sport. But there are some…
Hilltoppers off to fast start
BY JEREMY KOVARIK For the Republic-Times The Hilltoppers began the season with hopes of winning the Midwest Swim Conference championship. Off to a 4-1 start, they look to be headed…
Piranhas remain undefeated
BY JEREMY KOVARIK For the Republic-Times Once again, the Waterloo swim team is off to a strong start. On Saturday, the Piranhas hosted their only home meet of the year…
Police Blotter 6/26/13
Columbia Police June 17 Jessica A. Schmidt, 35, of Columbia, was arrested on an in- state warrant at 366 W. Liberty Street. Brett R. Spinner, 20, of East Carondelet, was…
Fatal crash in Waterloo on Sunday
A fatal crash occurred early Sunday afternoon on Route 3 just south of South Market Street in Waterloo. Witness accounts from the scene indicate that a Geo Prizm was traveling…