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Retiring ag teacher set high standards at Valmeyer
Those attending Thursday night’s Valmeyer FFA annual awards banquet were greeted by the word “Sir” illuminated outside the chapter greenhouse next to the high school. That one simple word has…
Ryterski’s star shines bright at CHS
Claire Ryterski has been a standout member of the Columbia school system for years. She’s heavily involved in drama and music programs and was even crowned homecoming queen in September.…
Valirea Carline Love Shriver | Obituary
Valirea Carline Shriver, nee Love, 46, died Feb. 26, 2015, along with her husband and father-in-law. Valirea is survived by her daughter Kayla of Springfield, Mo., son John of Elk…
Hoagland tries out for America’s Got Talent
At 8 years old, most youngsters are in second or third grade, going about their studies and participating in extracurricular activities or sports. But for one local girl, a hobby…
Valmeyer organizations donate toward new gym equipment
by Ethan May The village of Valmeyer may not be the largest in the county, but the community makes every effort to support its school. Several civic organizations and generous…
A clean slate | Mark’s Remarks
Right before Christmas vacation, I encourage my students to clean out their lockers and get organized. “It’s nice to come back after vacation and have everything neat and tidy,” I…
Santa Float brings holiday cheer to Waterloo
Each year, Waterloo celebrates Christmastime in a unique way. Sitting in a living room in a Waterloo home, music begins wafting up the street. As the tunes get louder, kids…
Kevin Wayne Robinson | Obituary
Kevin Wayne Robinson, 47, of Columbia, died Dec. 10, 2014 in St. Louis, Mo. Kevin was employed as a communications dispatcher for the Columbia Police Department. He was a member…
Elmore joins county board
Bob Elmore assumed his seat Monday on the Monroe County Board of Commissioners, accomplishing a goal that was set while working at last year’s Monroe County Fair. Elmore, a Republican,…
Waterloo man remembers WWII experiences
Howard Ludwig graduated from Waterloo High School as World War II raged in Europe during the summer of 1941. “I worked for a year to save money, and then headed…
War of the Worlds | Mark’s Remarks
Orson Welles was an actor and director, and at one time was at the helm of a popular radio show called “Mercury Theater on the Air.” This group of distinguished…
Hecker Community Center to celebrate 50 years
People from miles around know the names “Hecker Community Center” and the “Hecker Dome” as a place for dancing and fun memories, and its been that way for quite some…