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School officials explain proposed sales tax
With the state of Illinois’ financial issues, local school districts have not only been forced to cut back, but have also had to find new streams of revenue. One of…
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Valmeyer tax sheet
Waterloo tax sheet
Monroe County tax info sheet
Text of “General Information…Shop Monroe County: “• Guaranteed Income: The shared tax provides a reliable source of income dedicated for school facility maintenance and upgrades. Property owners no…
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Shaved Head Challenge for Elsa a success
On Saturday, the community came together once again to help a Waterloo kindergarten student battling cancer. A “Shaved Head Challenge” for young Elsa Wiemerslage, who was diagnosed with acute myeloid…
Read MoreGroup hopes to end gun violence
On Dec. 13, nearly 30 people braved rainy and windy conditions to participate in a cause they feel very passionate about. An “Orange Walk” took place outside Parkview Elementary in…
Read MorePARCC test results a mixed bag
The Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers test results are in, and they are all over the board for area school districts. While the old ISAT annual…
Read MoreWHS grad a nice fit as CCSI principal
Some things just seem to turn out the way they should. It’s like Mike Matheny starring behind the plate for the Cardinals for five seasons and returning to manage the…
Read MoreWHS weight training lifts athletes’ stamina
Getting out of bed in the morning is tough to do during the week. For some Waterloo High School students, they make it even harder on themselves. An early bird…
Read MoreWaterloo shines love light for Elsa
The community is rallying in support of a young Waterloo girl in her fight against cancer. Elsa Wiemerslage, a kindergarten student at Zahnow Elementary, was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia…
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