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CHS expansion project continues
Construction at Columbia High School was a major point of discussion for the Columbia School Board last week, though board members also approved the sale of $14.5 million in debt…
Read MoreAir Force couple serves with pride
With several combined decades of service in the United States Air Force filling a range of medical positions, a Columbia couple will soon be celebrating their retirement as they’re recognized…
Read MoreGrowing in Gedern
Columbia High School students recently returned from a bi-annual trip to Germany, marking the latest exchange in a long-standing relationship with the community’s sister city of Gedern. Students departed June…
Read MoreCHS expansion update; Smith departs
At its regular monthly meeting on June 20, the Columbia School Board discussed ongoing renovations at Columbia High School, approved a final amended budget for the 2023-24 academic year and…
Read MoreCHS expansion breaks ground
A groundbreaking ceremony took place last week to mark the start of the first phase of a major expansion project at Columbia High School. Work over the summer will focus…
Read MoreNational honor for Dupo AFJROTC
The Air Force Junior ROTC unit at Dupo High School, which also involves Columbia High School students, has soared to new heights, achieving the prestigious Distinguished Unit Award with Merit for…
Read MoreColumbia readies emergency responders
Columbia High School introduced a new course offering this semester, partnering with the city’s EMS department to both jumpstart a career for students and perhaps help the community down the…
Read MoreA tribute to Babs
A Columbia family, joined by many others in the community, has spent the past few days mourning the loss of a woman who gave much of herself making sure everyone…
Read MoreKnapp to join hoops Hall of Fame
A longtime statistician for the Columbia High School boys basketball program received a prestigious honor for his contributions to the sport. In addition to keeping stats for the CHS varsity…
Read MoreCHS expansion on the horizon
From the results of the latest Illinois State Board of Education report card to the anticipated Columbia High School renovation project which is growing increasingly visible on the horizon, the…
Read MoreEagles soccer soaring to state
The Columbia High School boys soccer squad advanced to the IHSA Class 1A state tournament by virtue of a 1-0 victory over Williamsville at the Virden (North Mac) Supersectional on…
Read MoreNoah nails ACT
A Columbia High School student recently managed one of the most remarkable academic honors: a perfect score on the ACT. Noah Boyer-Edwards, a CHS senior, was recognized on the school…
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