County makes appointments

A number of recent resignations and retirements had the Monroe County Board playing musical chairs during Monday’s meeting.  Brian Coats was appointed to the Monroe County Board of Appeals, filling…

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County talks EMS, jail

Monroe County commissioners discussed the possibility of not charging a fee for “no treatment, no transport” service calls to Monroe County EMS.  During Tuesday’s meeting of the Monroe County Board,…

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Sheriff presents annual report

Monroe County Sheriff Neal Rohlfing continued an ongoing defense of his department during Monday’s meeting of the Monroe County Board. During meetings over the past several months, Rohlfing has responded…

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MCSD bonds with youth

Nearly three dozen youngsters learned about the law enforcement profession June 26-29 during the inaugural Youth Police Academy hosted by the Monroe County Sheriff’s Department. “We’ve been trying to coordinate…

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Republicans win again

Monroe County continued its support of Republican candidates, bucking the statewide trend which resulted in Democrat victories for Illinois’ highest offices.  In Monroe County races, incumbent Republican candidates Vicki Koerber…

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Vote early, or on time

Early voting and vote-by-mail for the Nov. 8 election has been keeping pace with 2018 numbers, according to Monroe County Clerk Jonathan McLean. Despite a “light” turnout during the first…

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