What to expect in 2026

There was no shortage of news in Monroe County and the surrounding areas in 2025, and 2026 is shaping up to provide plenty of newsworthy happenings in the community, local…

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Baby Jesus stolen again

A Waterloo church was once again without the “reason for the season” this Christmas. Immanuel Lutheran Church at 522 S. Church Street reported a baby Jesus figurine missing last year…

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Water leak relief in Waterloo

In a good faith gesture, the City of Waterloo announced Monday night that some homeowners will be reimbursed for repairs made following certain types of water leaks that occurred throughout…

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Hockey rivals set to clash

Two local Mississippi Valley Club Hockey Association teams will meet in a rivalry showdown set for this Thursday night in O’Fallon. The puck drops at 7:30 p.m. for the Columbia…

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Police Blotter | 12-31-25

(Information in this report is gathered from police agencies, county courts and emergency radio dispatch. The public is reminded that defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty and charges may…

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