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Peace Walk highlights domestic violence awareness
Joined by public officials and members of the community, the Violence Prevention Center of Southwestern Illinois recognized Domestic Violence Awareness Month with a Peace Walk in Hecker on Thursday night.…
Read MoreCandidates discuss the issues in public forum held at WHS
(To view a video of the entire candidates forum, click here: http://www.ustream.tv/recorded/53736285) Candidates running for county board, assessor and sheriff expressed their views on a variety of topics last Wednesday night…
Read MoreEagles defeat Hawks in regional soccer showdown
The Columbia High School soccer team has been tormented by rival Gibault over the past few years. In 2012, the Eagles’ season came to an end against the Hawks, as…
Read MoreColumbia wins at Breese Central, 25-0
The Columbia football team clinched a playoff spot and improved to 6-1 on the season with a decisive 25-0 road win Friday night at Breese Central. The Eagles defense shut…
Read MoreHighland wins ‘Battle of Bulldogs’ over Waterloo, 44-22
Highland is ranked fourth in the IHSA Class 5A state football rankings for a reason, and they showed why in a 44-22 victory at Waterloo on a cold and rainy…
Read MoreWaterloo schools win big from Box Tops sweepstakes
Many local families collect Box Tops off the top of food and household item boxes. These little cutouts can turn into major funding for schools when added up, and Rogers…
Read MoreWaterloo Dairy Queen affected by data breach
The Waterloo Dairy Queen restaurant was among 19 Illinois locations affected by a data breach in August. Nearly 400 DQ locations nationwide had their software systems compromised, according to news…
Read MoreWaterloo tops Gibault in ‘Dig Pink’ game
By ALAN DOOLEY The Waterloo Bulldogs varsity volleyball squad prevailed over cross-town rival Gibault in three thrilling sets Thursday night in the Gibault gymnasium. The opening round saw both…
Read MoreWPD investigating Rural King thefts
The Waterloo Police Department is asking the public for help in identifying a couple who allegedly stole items from Rural King in Waterloo last month. Investigators say a man…
Read MoreRahns hope to take homebrewing to next level
Monroe Countians likely know Chris and Tammy Rahn as owners of Rahn’s Hometown Auto Repair in Waterloo. In a year or so, however, the Rahns could be known for something…
Read MoreCourthouse generator plans approved
The Monroe County Board of Commissioners on Monday approved plans for installing a 400-kilowatt electric generator to sustain operations at the courthouse in an emergency situation. Monroe County Engineer Aaron…
Read MoreWaterloo woman helps sex trafficking victims
When people hear the phrase “sex trafficking,” the St. Louis area probably isn’t the first location to come to mind. It certainly wasn’t for Waterloo resident Dedee Lhamon, who saw…
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