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WHS legacies shine on
Numerous graduates of Waterloo High School have gone on to excel in their careers, contributing to the world and their communities as doctors, veterans, charity workers and many things in…
Bennie D. ‘Dave’ Smith | Obituary
Bennie David “Dave” Smith, 62, of Waterloo, formerly of Cahokia, born Nov. 7, 1961, in St. Louis,, died Aug. 25, 2024, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family, after…
An up-close view of the Olympics
While most Monroe County residents witnessed the spectacle of the 2024 Olympic Games held in Paris, France, on the TV at home, one local family made it a trip of…
A century of Florence
Few can say they’ve lived to celebrate their 100th birthday. Even fewer can say they’ve hit that milestone while still sharp and spry enough to maintain their driver’s license. Florence…
A passion for teaching
With 25 years spent in the Columbia School District and 10 years before that teaching in Waterloo, Donna Weirschem stepped away from the classroom this spring having shown great love…
Essential cinema | Mark’s Remarks
Last week, I wrote about reading and how summer seems to lend itself to new discoveries and topics. This week, how about some popcorn and some movie talk? I’ll wait…
Robert S. Haudrich | Obituary
Robert Haudrich was born Feb. 21, 1966. On Sunday, June 30, 2024, at age 58, he died in St. Louis. He said he was looking forward to coming home to…
Brian T. Young-Whitworth | Obituary
Brian Thomas “Bubba” Young-Whitworth, 10, of Waterloo, died peacefully in his parent’s arms at home on the evening of June 22, 2024, with family surrounding him. Born Nov. 30, 2013,…
Retiring on a high note
This past school year was Melanie Ryterski’s last with the Waterloo School District, having spent 27 years helping young students fill their lives with music. A longtime music teacher at…
James J. Schild | Obituary
James J. Schild, 77, passed of cancer on June 14, 2024, in Columbia. He was born March 26, 1947, in Saint Louis. He was the son of the late Joseph…
Compelled to teach
After a 30-year career with the school district, Kara Lavoie stepped away from Gardner Elementary in Waterloo recently, leaving a legacy of passion for her students and positivity amongst coworkers.…
‘Celebrate that they lived’
Monday proved to be a day both for mourning and celebration as folks gathered across Monroe County to recognize Memorial Day and honor those who gave their lives in service…