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CHS 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 MoreRetiring on a high note
This past school year was Melanie Ryterski’s last with the Waterloo School District, having spent 27 years helping young students fill their lives with music. A longtime music teacher at…
Read MoreCompelled to teach
After a 30-year career with the school district, Kara Lavoie stepped away from Gardner Elementary in Waterloo recently, leaving a legacy of passion for her students and positivity amongst coworkers.…
Read More40 years of musical fun
The start of the summer means the start of parade and festival season, and one band seen at events throughout Monroe County will be returning for its 40th year, albeit…
Read MoreCPD gets safely smart
The Columbia Police Department has recently received high-tech equipment intended to help solve crimes and safely handle vehicle pursuits in the community. Columbia Police Chief Jason Donjon spoke about some…
Read MoreA trophy for the ages: WHS softball places 4th at state
The Waterloo High School softball team ended its historic season Saturday with a fourth place trophy at the IHSA Class 3A state tournament in Peoria. Following a heartbreaking 2-0 loss…
Read MoreBulldogs fall in state semifinal heartbreaker
The Waterloo High School softball team came up just short Friday in its attempt at winning a state title. The Bulldogs battled last year’s Class 3A state runner-up Antioch to…
Read MoreA flight to remember
A Vietnam War veteran with a lengthy military career recently participated in a Land of Lincoln Honor Flight, traveling to Washington, D.C. with family to be recognized for his service.…
Read MoreBook captures farming legacy
A local history buff recently completed a substantial effort toward recognizing and honoring the history of family farms in Monroe County, recording those which have stayed with families for over…
Read MoreTa-ta to Tullis
Columbia Middle School teacher Mark Tullis retired at the close of the 2023-24 academic year, marking the end of a 34-year-long career full of pranks, performance and improvement for both…
Read MoreAPEX is here to help
A Western Illinois University office in Columbia recently received a substantial state grant meant to help further efforts in connecting local businesses with government contracting opportunities. APEX Accelerator Program Director…
Read More‘Celebrate that they lived’
Monday proved to be a day both for mourning and celebration as folks gathered across Monroe County to recognize Memorial Day and honor those who gave their lives in service…
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