Posts Tagged ‘paywall’
Solar flare in Columbia
Echoing an Aug. 4 meeting, discussion of a proposed solar project once again lasted nearly an hour on the top floor of Columbia City Hall Monday night. Members of Christ…
Read MoreTiny’s turns 50 in Columbia
Tiny’s Tavern & Grill in Columbia is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, and though the structure has changed and the business has grown, it remains for many in the…
Read MoreFine dining and more at Geno’s
Downtown Waterloo’s high-end dining option saw an official change of ownership this week as Geno’s Trattoria & Chophouse hosted its grand opening. As previously reported, the location at 114 W.…
Read MoreCounty still ‘grasping hold’ of Oak Hill
Despite the expected approval of a lease agreement this coming Monday which will make Accolade Healthcare the primary stewards of Oak Hill for at least the next five years, Monroe…
Read MoreFormer Hecker mayor passes
The Village of Hecker paid tribute to one of its former mayors upon his passing earlier this week due to cancer at the age of 71. In addition to serving…
Read MoreAudit shows St. Louis mail backlog
The United States Postal Service’s Inspector General released results of its audit of several St. Louis mail facilities last week, saying it found “systemic issues” with one center even breaking…
Read MoreFood prices follow inflation uptick
After a few months of a downward trend, inflation is on the rise again with food prices following suit. The latest Consumer Price Index increased 0.3 percent in June and…
Read MoreAmeren seeks gas rate hike
The Illinois Commerce Commission is encouraging Ameren Illinois customers to provide public comment on the utility’s proposed natural gas rate increase during a pair of public hearings in Springfield and…
Read MoreThe time to kick is now
All four local high school boys programs will open their 2025 season next week, hoping to kick past their opponents. Columbia is coming off a 24-5-1 season in 2024, placing…
Read MoreVolleyball season set to start
Local high school girls volleyball squads will begin play next week as the 2025 season gets underway. Only two of the five local squads enjoyed winning seasons in 2024, but…
Read MoreBulldogs honor late coach
Family, friends and colleagues braved the heat early Friday evening to pay respect to the late Brent McGee, the former Waterloo High School head football coach who led the team…
Read MorePolice Blotter | 8-13-25
(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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