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Delbert delivered for Monroe County
Monroe County lost a towering figure late last week with the passing of Delbert Wittenauer, a farmer, statesman and conservationist who constantly demonstrated the best of what a rural community…
Read MoreDelbert W. Wittenauer | Obituary
Delbert W. Wittenauer, 76, of Waterloo, died Dec. 12, 2025, in Waterloo. He was born Dec. 19, 1948, in Red Bud. Mr. Wittenauer was a lifelong farmer, land developer and…
Read MoreCultivating a legacy
A local farmer recently partnered with HeartLands Conservancy to ensure his historic family farm is preserved well into the future, helping maintain not only his legacy but the natural beauty…
Read MoreShoring up the levee
The Columbia Levee and Drainage District, with the help of local volunteers, spent three days last week shoring up the levee on Reichmann Road south of Merrimac and southwest of…
Read MoreStolen truck located; arrest made
It appears the case of a white 2015 Chevrolet Silverado and attached 16-foot trailer stolen Monday while parked on a field road off Steppig Road in rural Columbia has been…
Read MoreWittenauer reflects on service
Monroe County Commissioner Delbert Wittenauer reflected on 12 years of service with the county board following his recent retirement. He and his wife, Sandy, had recently returned from an annual…
Read MoreCounty board bids adieu to outgoing officeholders
Longtime Monroe County Commissioner Delbert Wittenauer sat for his final regular county board Session before retiring, wrapping up 12 years of service to Monroe County at the conclusion of fiscal…
Read MoreIt’s fall harvest time in Monroe County
Farming has been described as gambling without going to a casino, and this year has certainly raised the stakes for many area farmers. The results for any given year…
Read MoreRepublicans announce 2018 candidates
As the election season begins, the Monroe County Republican Central Committee announced a full slate of candidates for six county offices that will appear on the March 2018 ballot —…
Read MoreBicentennial time capsules buried in bison statue
The year-long celebration of the Monroe County Bicentennial is nearing its end, but the memories will last for generations to come. Those serving on the committee formed to help the…
Read MoreColorful cakes help celebrate county’s birthday
Monroe County was chosen to help celebrate the 250th anniversary of St. Louis in 2014 with two colorful ceremonial cakes that were displayed prominently in Columbia and Waterloo. Those same…
Read MoreCounty approves new fiscal year budget
The Monroe County Board of Commissioners launched its new fiscal year in a lengthy session on Monday, approving a budget by a 2-1 vote. The county’s fiscal year runs from…
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