Police Blotter | 6-5-24

(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…

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Vehicle fire on I-255

The Columbia Fire Department responded about 3:50 p.m. Tuesday to a vehicle on fire on I-255 eastbound near milepost 5.2. The vehicle appeared to be a black Kia Soul with…

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Saturday crash in Columbia

Emergency personnel responded shortly before 1:30 p.m. Saturday to a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Route 3 and Bottom Avenue in Columbia. No injuries were reported as a result…

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A 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.…

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Book 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…

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