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COVID cases spike in and around Monroe County
Monroe County just experienced its largest single-week jump in coronavirus cases since late March and early April, with more than 50 new cases reported since July 8. “From what I…
Read MoreGrode takes over Columbia schools
The world Chris Grode starts his new job as the Columbia School District’s superintendent in is very different than the one that existed when he was hired in February. But…
Read MoreGibault buddies ride to Rockies
Gibault Catholic High School Athletic Director Jim Montgomery and former principal Russ Hart were supposed to meet about 4:30 a.m. at the Circle K on Telegraph Road just off I-255…
Read MoreKrispin leaving ‘great career’ at WHS
After graduating with her teaching degree, Renee Krispin could not find a full-time teaching job that she liked. So she decided to work as a substitute teacher until in March…
Read MoreLongtime Columbia school secretary retires
Although she may not have been directly involved in educating children, anyone who knows the Columbia School District knows Jana Eytchison left an indelible mark during her 26 years as…
Read MoreRetiring teacher ‘loved every minute’ of career
A common theme among Columbia School District retirees this year is the departure of a core group of teachers from the youngest grade levels. Another person in that cohort of…
Read MoreCOVID cases rise in Monroe County
The coronavirus continued its recent spread in Monroe County, with 32 new cases reported over the past week. There are 66 cases active in the county, while the death toll…
Read MoreWaterloo bus driver teaches students
A local bus driver for the Waterloo school district has used her sphere of influence to teach a valuable lesson to some students on her route and also provide donations…
Read MoreColumbia School District unveils new logo
After months of anticipation and weeks of buildup on social media, the Columbia School District released its new logo last week. “The design is strong,” Columbia High School Principal Brian…
Read MoreCoronavirus cases continue across the region
Monroe County’s coronavirus case total has risen by 20 since June 23, and it saw potentially its 13th death from the virus last week. With 44 of the county’s 136…
Read MoreSchools plan for fall return
With every region of the state currently in Phase 4 of the state’s reopening plan, one of the most pressing questions on the minds of many is how school will…
Read MoreRegion enters Phase 4
Every region in Illinois is scheduled to move to the fourth phase of the state’s reopening plan Friday, which, barring changes, will bring the state as close to pre-pandemic life…
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