Posts Tagged ‘paywall’
Grant spikes Stumpy’s expansion
A major grant was recently awarded to Stumpy’s Spirits Distillery, providing assistance to a local business currently overseeing its biggest expansion since being first established. The grant comes from the…
Read MoreMaryBeth taking her bow
With dozens of plays and musicals under her belt, a much beloved face in Monroe County theatre is stepping away from her work for local schools after 15 years of…
Read MoreMonroe County opposes Illinois gun ban
Monroe County State’s Attorney Ryan Webb has joined 32 other Illinois counties in supporting an effort to overturn a statewide weapons ban. Public Act 102-1116, also known as the Protect…
Read MoreCigar lounge lighting up in Columbia
A new addition to downtown Columbia is expected to fill a unique niche in the community: boutique cigars. Mike Macik, owner of Havana Fine Cigars at 115 E. Whiteside Street,…
Read MoreWhere’s the learning curve? | Ott Observations
One of the pillars of traditional Republican conservative thinking is to oppose “big government.” The concern is that government regulation unnecessarily burdens our economy with rules and costs. After the…
Read MoreFamily pix | Mark’s Remarks
It’s interesting to look back at old photos, especially of family. I like looking at ones from way back, when a traveling photographer might come by the house and ask…
Read MorePolice Blotter | 4-5-23
(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…
Read MoreMovie Review | Air
Affleck’s ‘Air’ a victorious romp and slam dunk From director Ben Affleck and screenwriter Alex Convery comes “Air,” easily one of the best films of the year. Yes, I really…
Read MoreAll-Local Boys Hoops Team
For the first time in history, a Monroe County high school won a state championship in boys basketball. That was the highlight of an impressive winter overall for local high…
Read MoreHere’s the pitch…
The high school baseball season is heating up with the temperatures as local teams aim for greatness. Waterloo (5-2-1) rallied from down 5-0 to win 6-5 at home Monday over…
Read MoreSoftball squads power on
Some new stars are shining early this softball season, joining existing standouts to lead local teams to spring success. Waterloo (4-2) dropped two close games of late. On Monday, the…
Read MoreSoccer squads have ups and downs
In sports, you win some and you lose some. All three local high school girls soccer teams experienced both sides of the coin recently. Columbia (6-1-2) won 6-0 over Breese…
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