Barges face retirement cliff

The U.S. barge market is facing a retirement cliff which could impact ag transportation logistics, one analyst warned. Ken Eriksen, managing member and strategic adviser at Polaris Analytics & Consulting,…

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Rep. Schmidt seeks third term

State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) announced this week his intention to seek a third term in the Illinois Legislature. Schmidt represents the 114th District, which covers Cahokia Heights, East St.…

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All-State nod for O’Donnell

Waterloo High School baseball standout Patrick O’Donnell was named last week to the Illinois High School Baseball Coaches Association Class 3A All-State Team following a sensational senior season.  O’Donnell’s eight…

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Coaching honor for Bridges

Columbia High School girls soccer head coach Jamey Bridges was recently selected as Illinois Small Public School Coach of the Year by United Soccer Coaches. His Eagles squad won the…

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Piranhas swim past Greenville

The Waterloo Piranhas summer swim team delivered a powerful performance at its June 18 meet in Greenville, securing a decisive victory with a combined score of 313-101 before storms brought…

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Police Blotter | 6-18-25

(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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Real estate transactions | June 9-13, 2025

Date: June 9Grantor: Beverly L. Meyer, Randall H. MeyerGrantee: Brian D. Edler, Robin R. EdlerParcels: 15-06-400-005,15-06-400-006 15-06-400-007Cost: $165,300 Date: June 9Grantor: Kenneth G. CoulterGrantee: Davis Real Estate LLC,Iron Star Properties…

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Police Blotter | 6-11-25

(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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Wednesday crash in Columbia

Emergency personnel responded shortly before 5 p.m. Wednesday to a two-vehicle crash with injuries on Route 3 at Carl Street in Columbia. Route 3 southbound was shut down temporarily as…

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