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Repertory Festival a huge hit in Columbia
This past weekend kicked off the Actors’ Attic Repertory Festival with performances of three different shows. The best news is that it’s not over. “The Wizard of Oz,” “The Drowsy…
Brian G. Baker | Obituary
Brian G. Baker, 62, of Columbia, died July 26, 2014 in St. Louis. He was born July 18, 1952, in Geneva, son of the late Robert M. and Irene E.…
Columbia woman celebrating 100th birthday
Lucille McKinney, nee Ebel, turned 100 years young on July 22. Reaching 100 years old is an accomplishment only achieved by .0173 percent of Americans. Lucille is the daughter and…
Smithsonian sports history exhibit opens Saturday in Waterloo
The traveling Smithsonian sports history exhibit “Hometown Teams” and local companion piece “From Fields to Dreams” are set for a grand opening this Saturday in Monroe County. The exhibit,…
Monroe County Fair set to begin this Sunday
When the 67th Monroe County Fair opens its gates this Sunday, it will offer eight days of opportunities for young and old alike to learn more about the agricultural roots…
Smokin K’s cooks up success in first year
In just one year, a local barbecue restaurant has made quite a name for itself all over the region. Smokin K’s in Millstadt gets visitors from the St. Louis area,…
Growing out of things | Mark’s Remarks
I’ve told you before that getting rid of my kids’ toys is sometimes an emotional issue. Being a neatness nut, I’m all about getting things out of my house, purging,…
Hoeffken appointed city clerk in Columbia
The Columbia City Council on Monday night unanimously approved the appointment of Wes Hoeffken as the new city clerk following the recent passing of former city clerk Ron Colyer. Hoeffken…
Oak Hill resident celebrates 102nd birthday
A resident of Oak Hill celebrated her 102nd birthday Monday at the senior living facility in Waterloo, complete with live music, friends and family. Mary Gibson is originally from a…
Aftershock calling it quits after 10 years
After 10 years as one of Monroe County’s most beloved cover bands, Aftershock is calling it quits. Not just yet, though. The group plans to finish out 2014 and play…
Songs4Soldiers hosting ‘Night at the Ballpark’
This year, Songs4Soldiers is taking it up a notch. In addition to its September concert, the Songs4Soldiers team has added an event at Busch Stadium to raise more money for…
Waterloo woman bikes 200 miles through Louisiana
Not everyone would jump at the chance to cycle 200 miles through Louisiana, but Lucy Atchley of Waterloo thought it sounded like the perfect opportunity. Atchley participated in Cycle Zydeco,…