More wins for hockey squads

In recent Mississippi Valley Club Hockey Association action, the Columbia Ice Eagles and Freeburg-Waterloo Raging Bulldogs posted more wins.  Columbia (6-0-3) won 9-1 over Bethalto on Monday night. Joe Soetaert,…

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Local man moves piano

A piano belonging to Chuck Berry’s pianist is now on display at the Missouri History Museum thanks in part to a local man and his parents. The piano belonged to…

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Monroe County to OK budget

The Monroe County Board held its final review of the county budget for fiscal year 2022 on Monday.  Overall, Monroe County’s financial position is much different beginning entering the fiscal…

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Immaculate Conception turns 175

Over its 175 years, many local Catholics have called Immaculate Conception Church in Columbia home.  As the parish celebrates its demisemiseptcentennial, it is reflecting on all it has accomplished during…

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‘Tis better to give

With Thanksgiving over, many local groups are now focusing their efforts on preparing for the next big holiday. Monroe County House of Neighborly Service is starting its Holiday Outreach Program,…

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Crazy holiday biz buzz

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The most wonderful time of the year is posing some unique challenges for business owners as they enter into the second pandemic holiday season.  Business owners small and large are…

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Police Blotter | 11-24-21

(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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