Posts Tagged ‘Scott Air Force Base’
APEX is here to help
A Western Illinois University office in Columbia recently received a substantial state grant meant to help further efforts in connecting local businesses with government contracting opportunities. APEX Accelerator Program Director…
Read MoreHand grenade found in Columbia
The Columbia police and fire departments responded shortly after 1:10 p.m. Monday to the 400 block of Burroughs Road after a youngster reportedly discovered a military style hand grenade in…
Read MoreNew Oak Hill director excited for opportunity
The path a self-described military brat followed to his role as administrator of Oak Hill Senior Living & Rehabilitation in Waterloo has varied directions over time and miles. But it…
Read MoreHilltoppers off to fast start
BY JEREMY KOVARIK For the Republic-Times The Hilltoppers began the season with hopes of winning the Midwest Swim Conference championship. Off to a 4-1 start, they look to be headed…
Read MoreSequestration may hurt schools, services
That nasty term “sequestration” reared its ugly head March 1, as the deadline for Congress to prevent across-the-board cuts to federal spending passed without an agreement. U.S. Congressman Bill Enyart…
Read MoreStrange lights in the Tuesday night sky
Sheriff’s department deputies in Monroe and St. Clair counties turned their eyes to the sky Tuesday night near Paderborn just east of Waterloo, after multiple callers reported seeing unusual lighted…
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