Crisis averted on JB Bridge
Several emergency agencies responded about 10:15 a.m. Friday to the eastbound span of the Jefferson Barracks Bridge on I-255 for a distraught female sitting and then standing on the side…
Read MoreEarly morning crash in Columbia
Emergency personnel responded about 1 a.m. Friday to a single-vehicle crash on Route 158 near Columbia Quarry Road at the Monroe-St. Clair County line in Columbia. The initial report was…
Read MoreCharlotte Bode | Obituary
Charlotte Bode (nee Bise), 81, of Waterloo, died Nov. 15, 2025, in Waterloo. She was born April 27, 1944, in Red Bud. She is survived by her children Connie (Jim)…
Read MoreAlan C. Straub | Obituary
Alan C. Straub, 82, of Columbia, died at his home on Nov. 15, 2025. He was born Oct. 10, 1943, in Belleville, to the late Stephen H. and Agnes (nee…
Read MoreWednesday crash in Columbia
Emergency personnel responded shortly after 5:30 p.m. Wednesday to a two-vehicle crash with possible injuries on Route 3 at Carl Street in Columbia. Responding agencies included the Columbia police, EMS…
Read MoreDarwin W. Lohkamp | Obituary
Darwin W. Lohkamp, 85, of Valmeyer, died Nov. 18, 2025. He was born Feb. 12, 1940, son of the late Theodore and Hilda (nee Niebruegge) Lohkamp. He is survived by…
Read MoreJames T. Johnson | Obituary
James T. “Jimmy” Johnson, 61, of Columbia, died Nov. 18, 2025, in Columbia. He was born Oct. 20, 1964, in Red Bud. James was a resident of Bria Nursing Home…
Read MoreEagles sports soar times 4
It’s been a truly remarkable year for Columbia High School athletics, as the school this past weekend celebrated its fourth state title, demonstrating exceptional skill, determination and talent among its…
Read MoreOak Hill takeover approved
Late Tuesday evening, the future of the Oak Hill senior living and rehabilitation center in Waterloo was decided – at least for the next five years. Despite a spirited effort…
Read MoreMan accused of sexually abusing minors
A St. Clair County man is facing multiple felony sex charges in Monroe County. Three counts of aggravated sexual abuse of a minor were filed Thursday in Monroe County Circuit…
Read MoreTopics galore for Waterloo School Board
The future of Waterloo Junior High School continued to be a major topic of conversation for the Waterloo School Board at its latest monthly meeting held Monday, with discussion also…
Read MoreWater concerns flooding Columbia officials
There’s water, water everywhere in Columbia, but several residents are claiming city officials have left them high and dry. During the Nov. 3 city council meeting, three individuals spoke about…
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