Police Blotter | 6-4-25

(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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Tuesday crash in Columbia

Emergency personnel responded shortly before 1:55 p.m. Tuesday to a non-injury two-vehicle crash on North Main Street at East Locust Street in Columbia. There was lane blockage as a result…

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Eagles soar to state title

The Columbia High School girls soccer team captured the IHSA Class 1A state title following a decisive 8-0 victory Saturday afternoon over Johnsburg in Naperville that certainly made a statement.…

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Friday morning crash near Hecker

Emergency personnel responded shortly before 6:15 a.m. Friday to a single-vehicle crash on Route 156 near Edgewater Drive west of Hecker. The Hecker Fire Department responded along with Monroe County…

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Scout’s honor in Hecker

St. Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Cemetery in Hecker recently underwent substantial renovations courtesy of a Smithton teen who is well on his way to earning his Eagle Scout award. Mark…

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Riley ready to serve

Following the April 1 election, a new face has appeared among the Waterloo City Council, planning to keep his door open and looking to take care of the city’s present…

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Arts in the Park

Following a successful inaugural year, Arts in the Park is returning to Columbia this Sunday, allowing the community to come together and get a good taste of the artistic talent…

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