Holiday hoops galore for locals
The annual Columbia-Freeburg Holiday Tournament opened late Saturday morning at Columbia High School, and the host squad looked to close it out Monday night with the top trophy. The Eagles…
Read MoreEagles win another tourney title
Fresh off a Candy Cane Classic title at Gibault just before Christmas, the Columbia High School girls basketball squad sought another shiny gift in the championship game of the Waterloo…
Read MoreSunday night crash in Waterloo
Emergency personnel responded about 8:10 p.m. Sunday to a two-vehicle crash with possible entrapment in the 300 block of Hoener Avenue in Waterloo. The Waterloo Fire Department assisted Monroe County…
Read MoreJoyce L. Heller | Obituary
Joyce L. Heller (nee Koch), 92, of Red Bud, died Dec. 27, 2025, in Freeburg. She was born March 21, 1933, in Fults. She was a member of Holy Cross…
Read MoreEarly morning crash near Valmeyer
Emergency personnel responded about 3 a.m. Friday to a vehicle crash on Route 156 at D Road just east of Valmeyer. The Valmeyer Fire Department was initially paged to an…
Read MoreA fresh look at healthy goals in the New Year | For Your Health
By Dr. Graham A. Colditz Siteman Cancer Center Heading into a new year, it feels like a great time to mix things up. So, after several years interviewing leaders in…
Read MoreMargie J. Mosbacher | Obituary
Margie J. Mosbacher (nee Qualls), 98, of Waterloo, died Dec. 24, 2025, in Waterloo. She was born July 20, 1927, in Du Quoin. She is survived by her son Terry…
Read MoreSharon S. Schneider | Obituary
Sharon Sue Schneider, 79, of Waterloo, died Dec. 23, 2025, in St. Louis. She was born November 12, 1946, in Red Bud, IL. She is survived by her brothers and…
Read MoreWHS boys bowling | Team of the Week
The Republic-Times Team of the Week is the Waterloo High School varsity boys bowling squad coached by Matt Beck. The Bulldogs are off to a 5-0 start in match play…
Read MoreTransit bill creates uncertainty
Some in Southern Illinois are accusing state legislators of taking the low road in a new bill that diverts money from the shared construction accounts to a public transit initiative…
Read MoreHawks alumni spread holiday cheer
A group of graduates from Gibault Catholic High School recently banded together to share their vocal talents with the community, enjoying memories from school and celebrating the season. Composed of…
Read MoreCamp Wartburg director bids adieu
Camp Wartburg is a beloved fixture in rural Monroe County, having served as a place for faith, fun and countless other purposes for thousands of area youth over the years.…
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