WHS Athletic Hall of Fame announced
The newest class of the Waterloo High School Athletic Hall of Fame has been announced. The inductees will be formally announced and recognized during halftime of the Waterloo boys…
Read MoreYouth hunting opportunity
Youngsters ages 10-17 can apply now for wingshooting clinic and pheasant hunt opportunities scheduled at two Illinois state parks, including the World Shooting and Recreational Complex in Randolph County on…
Read MoreEunice E. Stroh | Obituary
Eunice Emilie Stroh (nee Steinsieck), 84, of New Athens, born Dec. 30, 1939, in East St. Louis,died Dec. 29, 2024, at her residence. She was a loving mother and homemaker. …
Read MoreRoad rage incident in Monroe County
Police are investigating a road rage incident that occurred about 5 p.m. Monday. Per an Illinois State Police Emergency Radio Network broadcast, the incident began on I-255 southbound near the…
Read MoreTidy little compartments | Ott Observations
Human beings have an amazing capacity to keep different aspects of their lives in tidy little compartments, often trying to ignore the contradictions between these compartments. Neatly defining each…
Read MoreThree decades | Mark’s Remarks
Last week marked our 30th wedding anniversary. To me, it’s mind boggling for a plethora of reasons. She’s put up with me that long, we have made it through…
Read MorePolice Blotter | 12-25-24
(Information in this report is gathered from police agencies, county courts and emergency radio dispatch. The public is reminded that defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty and charges may…
Read MoreIva J. Mesnarich | Obituary
Iva Jean “Jean” Mesnarich (nee Wayland), 88, of Freeburg, died Dec. 29, 2024, in Freeburg. She was born Feb. 17, 1936, in Ava. Iva was a member of Immanuel Lutheran…
Read MoreGambling machine thefts at Waterloo, Red Bud gas stations
Police are investigating thefts that occurred early Monday morning at Waterloo and Red Bud gas stations. At about 12:30 a.m., four Black males entered Mobil On The Run, 1000 N.…
Read MoreMissing teen alert in Monroe County
The Monroe County Sheriff’s Department said it is investigating a missing juvenile runaway case and is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Hannah Hesterberg, 15, of Columbia. The MCSD posted…
Read MoreRev. Ivan C. Horn | Obituary
Rev. Ivan Charles Horn, 86, of Waterloo died at home on Dec. 26, 2024. Ivan was surrounded by family members at the time of his passing. Ivan Horn was born…
Read MoreRonald E. Whelan | Obituary
Ronald E. Whelan, 80, of Red Bud, died Dec. 26, 2024, at his residence. He was born Nov. 2, 1944, in Red Bud. Ronald was a 49 year business owner…
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