WHS alumna explores uncharted research
Chemistry started as Samantha Kruse’s favorite subject at Waterloo High School and has since evolved into the field in which she is pioneering research.
Kruse,...
School ordinance violations examined
When his son, a student at Waterloo High School, received a citation and related fine for possessing an e-cigarette as a minor at school,...
Pollinator garden created for cancer warrior
A tribulation that struck three Waterloo Junior High School families has led to a special garden at the school in honor of sixth grade...
WHS Hot Rodders zoom to nationals
Even though the pandemic put a glitch in their plans, Waterloo High School students finally got their chance to compete in a Hot Rodders...
Ackerman, Columbia School Board settle
Months after the Columbia School Board unanimously voted not to extend the current middle school assistant principal’s contract, new information has come to light.
Still,...
All about variety at WHS art show
This week, the Waterloo High School library is doubling as an art gallery for the annual art show.
In the process, WHS art students whose...
ROE superintendent seeks new assistant
Regional Superintendent of Schools Kelton Davis addressed the Monroe County Board on Monday morning with a request to add another assistant superintendent position at...
Skills that pay the bills
It was quite an eventful weekend for local students who participated at the statewide SkillsUSA competition in Peoria.
Career Center of Southern Illinois student Dawson...
Another impressive year for startUP
Recently, Monroe County startUP students saw the two most anticipated parts of the year – the announcement of entrepreneur of the year and the...
Waterloo school board talks finances
The Waterloo School Board’s April meeting kicked off with a public hearing for the amended fiscal year 2021-22 budget.
Waterloo Superintendent of Schools Brian Charron...
Waterloo FFA to see fresh face
Not too long ago, Elaine Rudolphi was attending numerous conferences as a member of the Olney FFA.
Now, she will be joining the Waterloo FFA...
Columbia School Board comings and goings
A number of new hires and updates were presented to the Columbia School Board at last Wednesday’s meeting, but this did not stop ongoing...