Wednesday crash near Hecker

The Hecker Fire Department and St. Clair Sheriff’s Department responded to a vehicle crash about 4 p.m. Wednesday on Route 159 near the intersection of Spaldt Road just north of…

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A taste of Salt + Honey

Drivers along South Market Street in Waterloo are bound to have noticed a new dining option which opened its doors recently, providing guests with a healthy meal and a comfortable,…

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S4S acts selected

Songs4Soldiers announced last week its lineup for the 2024 benefit concert taking place Sept. 13-14 at Bolm-Schuhkraft City Park in Columbia. On Friday, Sept. 13, country artist Chris Janson will…

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A recipe from home

Many families in the area can trace their ancestry back to Germany, with several communities in and around Monroe County having strong relationships with their German counterparts thanks to sister…

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Garmer joins county board

Former Columbia Alderman Doug Garmer took his seat as county commissioner a few months earlier than expected during Thursday morning’s meeting of the Monroe County Board. Garmer replaced Dennis Knobloch,…

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Celebrating a century

A Millstadt resident who attends Concord Presbyterian Church in Waterloo recently reached one of the most significant milestones anyone can achieve. Janice Nolen celebrated her 100th birthday at the church…

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WJHS girls track wins state

The Waterloo Junior High School girls track team won the Southern Illinois Junior High School Athletic Association Class L state meet Saturday in Carterville.  According to coach Neal West, the…

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Who will survive and advance?

The regular season is complete in high school girls soccer, with local teams now aiming for regional championships.  Waterloo, Columbia and Gibault were all hosting regionals, so Monroe County was…

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Bulldogs win county tourney

With postseason play looming, the Waterloo High School baseball team got the jolt it needed by winning the Monroe County Tournament on Saturday.  The Bulldogs (16-12) have now won four…

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