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Columbia teen wins pageant crown
Sara Stehlik of Columbia captured the title of Miss Southern Sweetheart Outstanding Teen last month at the Marion Cultural and Civic Center in Marion. The Southern Sweetheart Pageant is a…
First WHS Legacy Wall reflects and inspires
Plaques honoring five distinguished graduates are on display in the hallway of Waterloo High School, meant to reflect a great academic history while also inspiring future greatness. The recently formed…
Special Christmas for one local veteran
The second of four veterans to benefit from funds raised during a special concert organized this past summer was awarded a surprise Christmas gift last week. The Songs4Soldiers organization, founded…
Madrigal Christmas Dinner an annual tradition at WHS
Although it was postponed for a week, Waterloo High School’s annual Madrigal Christmas Dinner entertained hundreds of audience members this past weekend. The dinner was originally scheduled for Dec. 7…
Seib – Hoosen | Wedding
Amanda Rae Seib and Michael James Hoosen were married Aug. 24, 2013, at St. James Catholic Church in Millstadt, Father Marvin Volk officiating. The bride is the daughter of Dean…
Kaskaskia Trail Chorus shines during annual show
The Kaskaskia Trail Chorus, under the direction of Mark Heise, brought a full house to thundering applause numerous times during its 47th Annual Show at Turner Hall in Columbia. The…
Columbia Veterans Day ceremony spans generations
Veterans Day is a time set aside to honor all those who have fought for our country throughout the ages. In Columbia, special effort is being taken to unite all…
William H. Schmidt Jr. | Obituary
William H. Schmidt Jr., 83, of Waterloo, died Nov. 6, 2013, in Waterloo. He was born June 26, 1930, in Waterloo, son of the late William H. Sr. and Amanda…
Johnny Cash tribute to ‘Walk the Line’ at VFW
Bill Forness has been embodying one of America’s most-loved musicians for four years and will be bringing his talent to Waterloo on Saturday, Nov. 23. Forness, who is part of…
Gibault student has Hope For Tomorrow on his side
Gibault Catholic High School has been affected firsthand by cancer this year, but the students and Gibault community have pitched in to make sure their own are cared for. Matthew…
What a wonderful world | Mark’s Remarks
Mornings at my house are sometimes a bit hectic. When you have three big kids and one baby running around, it tends to make life a little hurried. Just ask…
Wittenauer – Thiele | Weddings
Gladys Mary Wittenauer of Red Bud and Ray William Thiele of Waterloo were married Sept. 14, 2013. The ceremony took place at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Red…