Hard harvest here this year
Inconvenient weather over the past few months has contributed to what is set to be a difficult year for farmers in Monroe County and throughout Southern Illinois – though some…
Read MorePooches providing support
A Waterloo dog owner recently concluded her work helping to train a puppy into a service animal, which is just part of her service with a St. Louis nonprofit focused…
Read MoreOak Hill lease begins
While the operational takeover of Oak Hill will not be finalized until the beginning of December, the lease of the county-owned senior living and rehabilitation center to Accolade Healthcare began…
Read MoreImmobility no more
A Waterloo High School graduate has been busy with work in Central and South America for the past decade, pushing to improve care for patients with amputations and now overseeing…
Read MoreMore love for Larry
With another week passing since the tragic loss of Millstadt legend Larry Schubert, the community has seen a further outpouring of appreciation for him, with his loved ones sharing fond…
Read MoreColumbia subdivision discussion
One main concern outlined in the latest comprehensive plan for the City of Columbia is a lack of options for residential development as the city’s population continues to grow. While…
Read MoreWaterloo annexes properties
Following brief public hearings, the Waterloo City Council approved two property annexations on Monday night. The first involved the new Sydenstricker & Nobbe Partners John Deere dealership at 6627 State Route…
Read MoreGreater youth library access
Students and staff in the Waterloo School District are set to enjoy a suite of benefits thanks to a newly announced partnership with Morrison-Talbott Library. The partnership was briefly discussed…
Read MoreLocal golfers make state
Monroe County will be well-represented at IHSA state golf tournaments taking place this weekend up north. Columbia High School senior Avery Arendell will be making her fourth state trip thanks…
Read MoreFootball squads holding strong
It was a winning Friday night for all three local high school football squads – and in dominating fashion, no less. The talk of the area this fall has been…
Read MoreVolleyball season spikes on
The high school volleyball regular season is nearing its conclusion, with local squads beginning the fine-tuning process before regionals begin. Columbia (22-1) remains in pretty good shape, as evidenced by…
Read MoreSoccer season winding down
Only a few regular season matches remain for local high school boys soccer squads, with regionals looming just around the corner. In last Tuesday’s thrilling 2-2 tie with Monroe County…
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