Truck hits building in Columbia
The Columbia fire and police departments were paged shortly before 6:30 p.m. Tuesday for a report of a vehicle striking a building near the Moto Mart gas station in the…
Read MorePolice Blotter | 7-31-24
(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 MoreSummer Nights | Mark’s Remarks
These days, when I think about sitting outside at night, I think about getting bitten by mosquitos. That really takes away from a lot of my fun. Sometimes I…
Read MoreGas leak in Waterloo
The Waterloo Fire Department was paged shortly before 5 p.m. Monday for a call of a gas line struck by a construction crew near the intersection of Paul Drive and…
Read MoreVehicle fire north of Columbia
The Columbia Fire Department responded along with St. Clair County Sheriff’s Department shortly before 4:15 p.m. Monday to an active truck fire on IMBS Station Road near Nevois Lane just…
Read MoreMelvin P. Parker | Obituary
Melvin E. Parker, 77, of Hecker, died Aug. 5, 2024, in Hecker. He was born April 24, 1947, in Red Bud. He was a member of St. Augustine of Canterbury…
Read MoreTaste Buds | Church fundraiser serves up more than food
In the sparkling new fellowship hall, the Zoar United Church of Christ congregation served a summer smorgasbord at their annual barbeque and fundraiser on Aug. 3. A bustling church kitchen…
Read MoreCrash early Sunday morning near Smithton
The Illinois State Police assisted the Smithton Fire Department, St. Clair County Sheriff’s Department and EMS personnel in responding about 2 a.m. Sunday to a single-vehicle crash in the area…
Read MoreMary F. Bradley | Obituary
Mary F. Bradley (nee Harris), 80, of Waterloo, died Aug. 2, 2024, in Waterloo. She was born March 14, 1944, in Laredo, Texas. Mary was a member of Ss. Peter…
Read MoreTito | Pet of the Week
Tito is just the best boy. He is cute, sweet, dog and kid friendly and just the whole shebang in a cute little package. You gotta come meet this boy.…
Read MoreConstance Connelly | Obituary
Constance “Connie” Connelly, of Columbia, died July 31, 2024, at the age of 87. Connie was a devoted mother, loving spouse and cherished friend. She was known for her unwavering…
Read MoreThursday crash on Route 158
Emergency personnel responded about 1:50 p.m. Thursday to a two-vehicle crash on Route 158 near Douglas Road between Columbia and Millstadt. Injuries were believed to be minor. One of the…
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