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Woolly summer for WJHS teacher
A local teacher was recently awarded a grant that will help her study abroad over the summer, acquiring some first-hand skills and knowledge she hopes will allow her to improve…
Read MoreColumbia talks end of school
The May 15 meeting of the Columbia School Board featured developments in the district’s English Language Arts curriculum, various end-of-year concerns, a charming presentation from a group of Parkview Elementary…
Read MoreCounties seek superintendent replacement
Due to the retirement announcement by Kelton Davis, a vacancy will be created in the office of Regional Superintendent of Schools for Monroe and Randolph Counties effective July 1, 2025.…
Read MoreHave a drink at Old Monroe
One of the most anticipated additions to the local business scene has finally arrived as Old Monroe Distilling Co. opened its new location to the public this past weekend, serving…
Read MoreWJHS future discussed
Though experiencing disruptions amid heavy storms and a tornado warning, the May meeting of the Waterloo School Board carried on Monday night with a trio of presentations and the first…
Read MoreRegional superintendent retiring
In a letter filed Thursday in the Monroe County Clerk’s Office at the courthouse in Waterloo, Regional Superintendent of Schools Kelton Davis submitted his official notification of retirement effective June…
Read MoreSWIC-Red Bud expansion to break ground
Southwestern Illinois College recently announced the expansion of career technology education programming to its Red Bud campus and construction of a new 7,800 square foot facility. Construction will officially begin…
Read MoreGregson back at Gibault
A familiar face at Gibault Catholic High School will soon be returning in a new leadership position, having spent several years overseeing other Catholic schools in the area. David Gregson…
Read MoreWaterloo School Board reorganized
The Waterloo School Board conducted a special meeting last Wednesday, tending to post-election matters and discussing the future of Waterloo Junior High School. Having won the requisite votes to maintain…
Read MoreGraceful Pantry a startUP success
Following a successful trade show, Monroe County startUP recognized this year’s Entrepreneur of the Year, a young business owner with a key interest in helping people live their best healthy…
Read MoreStudents show startUP skills
Young entrepreneurs in the community showed off their personal businesses at the annual Monroe County startUP Trade Show last week at 11 South in Columbia, and while the room wasn’t…
Read MoreMarching Bulldog motors on
The Monroe County Fairgrounds will serve as host for a new car show this weekend, organized primarily by a Waterloo High School student hoping to support the school’s marching band…
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