Crazy ‘bout a Mercury

Plenty of drivers look back fondly on their old vehicles, appreciating either the memories attached to them or the style that comes with a classic car. One Waterloo man recently…

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Harv made you happy

The community recently lost a beacon of positivity with the passing of Duane “Harv” Ries, a man who spent years sharing his love of music and the outdoors and brightened…

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Retiring flags with dignity

Waterloo residents looking to ensure their old American flags are retired properly now have a convenient option right outside the VFW. Metzger-Crook VFW Post 6504 recently received a donation from…

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As sharp as Sharp could be

From a worldwide recession to a global pandemic, former City of Columbia finance director and treasurer Linda Sharp weathered many storms in the past 16 years. Despite the challenges, the…

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Bost or Roberts for congress?

Voters will decide on a contested race for Illinois 12th Congressional District U.S. Representative on Nov. 5 between incumbent Republican Mike Bost and Democratic challenger Brian Roberts. The 12th District…

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Together at last…

After a 20-year relationship, a local couple is finally looking to tie the knot so they can properly enjoy the rest of their lives together in a Columbia nursing home.…

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