What’s in store for 2024?

An array of legislation, construction projects and other developments are expected for the coming year both locally and statewide along with a major national news item set to come at…

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Museum president steps aside

The long-standing president of the Monroe County History Museum is stepping down after nearly 20 years of dedicated work with the organization. Having served as president since 2010, Norma Reheis…

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HSS plans major renovations

Following the celebration of the organization’s 50th anniversary, Human Support Services has already begun work on a major renovation project that will see the building almost entirely revamped over the…

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New year, new laws

More than 300 new laws took effect Jan. 1, ranging from a ban on book bans to the regulation of “deepfake porn” and prohibitions on videoconferencing while driving. Thanks to…

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2023 Year in Review

January After a break for the holidays, the Waterloo Queen of Hearts jackpot grew to nearly $2 million. On the last day of the month, in front of a massive…

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A fight to preserve history

As the Kaskaskia-Cahokia Trail Coalition makes clear, Monroe County and the surrounding area is rich with history, from more recent developments through the last few decades to landmarks providing residents…

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Respiratory risks rise

With Christmas and New Years gatherings passing by or still coming, a heavy flu season joined by an uptick in other respiratory illnesses could spoil the holidays for many. At…

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