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Ellie Zweigart | Athlete of the Week

Ellie Zweigart | Athlete of the Week - Republic-Times | News

The Republic-Times Athlete of the Week is Waterloo High School volleyball standout Ellie Zweigart. The senior libero is currently ranked second in the entire St. Louis area at 5.94 digs…

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Mary Ann J. Lutman | Obituary

Mary Ann J. Lutman | Obituary - Republic-Times | News

Mary Ann J. “Jackie” Lutman (nee Nakisher) 84, of Fults, died October 28, 2025, in Fults. She was born Jan. 12, 1941, in St. Louis. Jackie is a member of…

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Karen A. Leber | Obituary

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Marjorie P. Guebert | Obituary

Marjorie P. Guebert | Obituary - Republic-Times | News

Marjorie Pauline Guebert, 93, of Red Bud, died on Oct. 27, 2025, at Oak Hill in Waterloo. She was born to the late Paul Thomas and Mabel (nee Webb) Cullins…

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Crash victim ‘saw life in color’

Crash victim ‘saw life in color’ - Republic-Times | News

A head-on crash on Bluff Road early last Wednesday evening resulted in the tragic loss of a Waterloo woman who gave everything to those around her, always sought adventure and…

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Marion Police Report

MARION – The Marion Police Department released the following information on Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025. Alexandra N. Johnson, 29, of Energy was arrested for Retail Theft at Stevens Floral Gifts and Framing...

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Two Wanted for Various Crimes in Williamson County

MARION – Williamson County Sheriff Jeff Diederich is looking for these two individuals shown below who are wanted for various crimes.

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It’s Warrant Wednesday in Franklin County

It's Warrant Wednesday in Franklin County

BENTON – Franklin County Sheriff Kyle Bacon is looking for these individuals shown below who are wanted for various crimes.

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UWSCI to Hold Protein Market in Mt. Vernon

MT. VERNON – A Protein Market will be held Thursday at the United Way of South Central Illinois office located at 716 Main Street in Mt. Vernon. Lineup begins at 11 a.m. with distribution at 12:30 p.m.

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Pantries brace for SNAP shutdown

Pantries brace for SNAP shutdown - Republic-Times | News

An abrupt end to SNAP benefits amid the federal government shutdown has sparked concerns for food-insecure households throughout the country, with food pantries nationally and locally preparing to shoulder...

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CCSI on the move

CCSI on the move - Republic-Times | News

Career Center of Southern Illinois is expected to undergo a major change in scenery in the next few years as the facility long housed at the former U.S. Army Nike…

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Disabled dog duo a furry family

Disabled dog duo a furry family - Republic-Times | News

A Columbia couple have kept themselves busy over the last few years taking care of a severely injured dog, even adding another to the family as they show their support…

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Waterloo water, by the numbers

Waterloo water, by the numbers - Republic-Times | News

Waterloo Mayor Stan Darter sent a letter to aldermen earlier this month to counter continued negative chatter from a few folks on Facebook about the quality of city water since…

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Gardening with Glosecki

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Rep. Windhorst: Focus on the Business of Illinois, Not Washington

SPRINGFIELD – U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries was in Illinois Monday, meeting with members of the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus and Black members of the state’s congressional delegation...

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Road Construction Set for Portion of Rushing Drive in Herrin

HERRIN – Traffic on Rushing Drive, from Tipp Drive to Ritter Road in Herrin, will be down to one lane weekdays, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., beginning Thursday for roadway construction according to the Herrin...

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Semi Rollover Shuts Down SB I-57 near Anna

ANNA – A semi rolled over in the construction zone on southbound I-57 near Illinois 146 in Union County just before 11 Tuesday night according to Illinois State Police. The driver was taken by ambulance...

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Volleyballers in regional play

Volleyballers in regional play - Republic-Times | News

The high school volleyball season has reached the stage to where records no longer matter. It’s simply all about survival. Local squads competed in regional action Tuesday night in hopes…

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Runners qualify for sectionals

Runners qualify for sectionals - Republic-Times | News

High school cross country squads ran at regionals this past Saturday, with four local teams and several individuals qualifying for the sectional round. The Columbia High School girls team placed…

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CHS grad joins Millikin Hall of Fame

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Golf success for Souchek

Golf success for Souchek - Republic-Times | News

Terry Souchek has had a great finish to his 2025 golf season. Souchek is the longtime former Valmeyer High School golf coach, current Gibault assistant boys basketball coach, and president…

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4-H, Extension and Other Community News for Oct. 29 www.wmclradio.com/2025/10/29/4...

4-H, Extension and Other Community News for Oct. 29

MCLEANSBORO – Click here to hear this week’s 4-H, Extension and Other Community News with Paula Hatfield from the Illinois Extension office in McLeansboro. You can hear Paula’s report every Wednesday...

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Hamilton Memorial Foundation Announces 24th Annual Gala Dinner

MCLEANSBORO – The Hamilton Memorial Hospital Foundation invites friends and supporters to attend the 24th Annual Foundation Gala Dinner on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at the Hamilton County Senior...

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Wilkerson Welcomed as New Member of RLCF Board of Directors

INA – The Rend Lake College Foundation is pleased to announce the addition of Terry Wilkerson to its Board of Directors. As a former RLC president, Wilkerson brings more than 30 years of service (13...

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Rollover Crash Reported on SB I-57 in Union County

ANNA – Illinois State Police are investigating a rollover crash on southbound I-57 near IL 146 (milepost 30) in Union County. Southbound traffic is being diverted off at milepost 44 onto I-24. Extended...

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