Pastoral change in Columbia

The Diocese of Belleville announced a pastoral change coming later this summer for Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Columbia.  Per the diocese, Rev. Steve Thoma, CR, pastor of Immaculate Conception…

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Challenges for strawberry crop

By RHIANNON BRANCH FarmWeek Weather conditions and disease have created hurdles for Illinois strawberry producers this season. Austin Flamm with Flamm Orchards in Union County said their struggles began early…

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An all-state softball 6-pack

The Illinois Coaches Association recently announced its all-state high school softball teams following the spring season, with six local athletes receiving recognition.  In Class 3A, Waterloo High School juniors Aiden…

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Police Blotter | 6-4-2025

(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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Thursday crash in Columbia

Emergency personnel responded shortly before 1:30 p.m. Thursday to a two-vehicle injury crash on Route 3 at Admiral Weinel Boulevard near Walgreens in Columbia. Responding agencies included the Columbia police,…

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