Posts Tagged ‘paywall’
Triple the fun at RRR
Among the central watering holes in downtown Waterloo, Uncle John’s RRR Bar has seen some notable changes since it opened several years ago, improving and expanding the establishment’s offerings while…
Read MoreShining a light on drug addiction
Members of Waterloo Listens as well as other members of the community gathered Thursday to recognize International Overdose Awareness Day, discussing the hardships that come from substance abuse as well…
Read MoreLSVs legal in Columbia
A Columbia man who began a petition to make the question of allowing low speed vehicles (LSVs) in the city an advisory referendum on the November ballot has had his…
Read MoreCall for changes after Menard incidents
Menard Correctional Center in Chester was placed on lockdown last week and staff were provided with personal protective equipment as a hazmat team and the Illinois Department of Corrections investigate…
Read MoreRural King thief nabbed again
A man previously arrested for theft from a Waterloo store was apprehended again for allegedly committing the same crime last week. Kevin P. Ricks, 58, of Belleville, was charged with…
Read MoreBulldogs rally past Rams
In a back-and-forth affair, the Waterloo High School football squad pulled out an exciting 35-28 victory Friday night at Mt. Vernon to open the season. It didn’t look promising early…
Read MoreColumbia runs past Mater Dei
The Columbia High School football team posted an impressive 35-0 victory at Mater Dei to open its 2024 season on Friday night. The Eagles rushed for 301 yards while holding…
Read MoreDupo football falls in opener
The Dupo High School football team hosted Bayless to open the 2024 season on Friday night, falling 44-12. Bayless rushed for 358 total yards in the game and forced three…
Read MoreVolleyball squads spike into action
The high school volleyball season is underway, with a few local squads starting off in tournament play while others got a couple of regular season matches under their belts. Columbia…
Read MoreSoccer teams struggling early
It’s been a rough start for most of the Monroe County high school boys soccer teams so far this fall. In fact, Waterloo (1-1-1) is the only local squad with…
Read MorePolice Blotter | 8-28-24
(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…
Read MoreTaste Buds | Let’s taco ’bout Mi Delicias
A new column by Vivanda Felice and Pipa Benoit, pseudonyms for two Monroe County “foodies” dedicated to supporting and highlighting local food, spirit and culture. Nothing satisfies my (Vivanda) food-soul…
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