Sharing the Feast | Taste Buds
An online column by Vivanda Felice and Pipa Benoit, pseudonyms for two Monroe County foodies dedicated to supporting and highlighting local food spirit and culture Sharing the Feast Thanksgiving came…
Read MoreAlice Schultz | Obituary
Alice Schultz (nee Lanius), 96, of Waterloo, died Nov. 29, 2024, in Waterloo. She was born Feb. 28, 1928, in Paris, Tenn. Beloved mother, grandmother, and sister. She is survived…
Read MoreSuccessful search for missing juveniles
The Columbia Volunteer Fire Department assisted Columbia police and other local agencies with a successful search for two missing juveniles in town Saturday evening. The fire department utilized its aerial…
Read MoreBurglary to vehicle in Columbia
An Illinois State Police Emergency Radio Network broadcast was issued about 1:55 p.m. Friday following a burglary to motor vehicle reported in the parking lot of Carrot Patch Child Care…
Read MoreRoad rage incident near Waterloo
A road rage incident occurred on Route 3 north of Waterloo at about 9:30 a.m. Friday, resulting in a minor traffic crash and multiple arrests. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Department…
Read MoreBogey | Pet of the Week
What a chill guy! Bogey is in a foster home and loving it! He is crate trained, good with cats and seems to be housebroken. He does like to play…
Read MoreWaterloo Santa Float set to ride
The Santa Float will again make its way through Waterloo, bringing gifts and holiday cheer to all. The City of Waterloo, Waterloo Chamber of Commerce and Sister Cities of PortaLoo,…
Read MoreJack Reuss | Athlete of the Week
The Republic-Times Athlete of the Week is Columbia Eagles hockey player Jack Reuss. The senior has recorded 19 goals and two assists for the Eagles in the team’s first seven…
Read MoreCHS boys basketball | Team of the Week
The Republic-Times Team of the Week is the Columbia High School boys basketball squad coached by Mark Sandstrom. The Eagles are off to a 4-0 start to the 2024-25 season…
Read MoreGary Couch | Obituary
Gary Couch, 89, of Pacific, Mo., formerly of Millstadt, born June 3, 1935, in Sikeston, Mo., died Dec. 2, 2024, at his home. Gary was a twin. He and his…
Read MoreWaterloo schools seek tall tax levy
The Waterloo School District recently announced a proposed tax levy for 2024, with a notably larger request compared to last year largely due to the rising cost of labor in…
Read MoreHelpers in need
A local man and his family are eagerly awaiting his chance at an organ transplant to provide a steadier future as they continue to grapple with major health complications that…
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