Posts Tagged ‘paywall’
Ex-village clerk is sentenced
The former village clerk of Baldwin was sentenced Friday to four years in prison for stealing over $60,000 from the small Randolph County town. According to Randolph County State’s Attorney…
Read MoreEarly voting starts Feb. 8
The general primary election is Tuesday, March 19 in Illinois, with early voting beginning Thursday, Feb. 8. Registration and voting aids are available at the Monroe County Clerk’s Office inside…
Read MoreTax season begins Jan. 29
The Internal Revenue Service has set Monday, Jan. 29, 2024, as the official start date of the nation’s latest tax season when the agency will begin accepting and processing 2023…
Read MoreVehicle stolen in Dupo
Area law enforcement agencies were put on alert following the report of a vehicle stolen Tuesday night in Dupo. According to an Illinois State Police Emergency Radio Network broadcast, a…
Read MoreReason vs. Rationalization | Ott Observations
The words “reason” and “rationalization” appear to be very similar in their meaning. In fact, they are names for thought processes that are total opposites. The process of “reason” starts…
Read MoreMaking light | Mark’s Remarks
kesters and general practitioners of hijinks and frivolity. Much of my life has been spent around people who have an easier time being silly than being serious. And I’m not…
Read MorePolice Blotter | 1-10-24
(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 MoreHoops season bouncing along
A couple of local high school boys basketball squads are gaining momentum while others seek health and consistency prior to a busy slate of games. Gibault (9-10) continued its upward…
Read MoreWHS wrestlers grappling with history
The Waterloo High School wrestling team has impressed so far this season, and expectations are high for a strong finish. The Bulldogs are 14-1 in dual competitions, including wins over…
Read MorePirates picking up wins
The Valmeyer High School girls basketball team won three of four recent games to improve to 9-4 on the season. On Monday, the Pirates picked up a 69-34 victory at…
Read MoreEagles heating up the ice
In recent Mississippi Valley Club Hockey Association action, Columbia won two and Freeburg-Waterloo dropped two contests. Columbia (10-5-3) picked up a 5-1 victory over Granite City last Tuesday, with goalie…
Read MoreLocals shine at girls bowling tourney
The 2024 Mike Gebke Memorial Foundation and Brefeld Gas Girls High School Invitational took place Saturday at Baden Bowl in New Baden on Saturday, with multiple locals making high marks. …
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