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The crash occurred shortly after 4:45 p.m. Saturday...

Motorcycle crash in Columbia - Republic-Times | News Emergency personnel responded shortly after 4:45 p.m. Saturday to a motorcycle crash in the 1200 block of Valmeyer Road near the curve at D Road in Columbia. The male driver…

The Monroe County Emergency Management Agency joined county officials in unveiling its large new Mobile Command Post 1 vehicle this week outside of the courthouse in Waterloo.

This unit, a refurbished fire truck, was acquired through a federal STARRS grant.

Monroe County EMA Director Kevin Scheibe said this vehicle features six command and control positions, a conference room, and communication capabilities to connect with other emergency agencies throughout the region.

Read more about Monroe County’s MCP-1 in next week’s paper. To subscribe, click here: https://www.republictimes.net/subscribe/

Party Paws Mobile Zoo presents Birds of Prey this Saturday, June 20, at 6:00pm at Morrison-Talbott Library!

Step into a medieval adventure at the Birds of Prey program with Party Paws Mobile Zoo, featuring hawks, owls, and a falcon on display. Learn how these powerful birds were used for falconry during the Middle Ages and how they continue to play important roles today. With fascinating facts, up-close encounters, and a touch of old-world charm, it's an educational adventure fit for all ages!

Water main break in the Heritage Heights Subdivision near the American Legion St. This break includes E. Locust, Ritter Rd., Heritage St., Arch View Ct., Spring Terrace Ct., Historic Ct., the East side of N. Riebeling., and N. Ferkel.
This area is currently without water due to a water main break. We currently do not know how long the water will be off. This area will be on a boil order when the water comes back on.

Monday's meeting of the Monroe County Zoning Board of Appeals adjourned without a vote – though a date of July 8 was announced for the board to reconvene...

Solar farm saga unsettled - Republic-Times | News Chicago based solar power installation company Nexamp has a few more weeks to wait to see if the third time will be the charm for a proposed solar farm south…

This morning, the police department took a report of a stolen black Dodge Ram pickup truck from the 100 block of Gladwyn Drive, in the Alpine Trails neighborhood. The vehicle was unlocked with the keys inside. Investigation has revealed this occurred around 2:30 this morning.

Additionally, at 11:40 p.m. last night police took a report of a hit and run traffic crash involving a parked vehicle in front of 4 Liederkranz, in the Alpine Meadows neighborhood.

If you live in this area please check your cameras and contact us if you notice any suspicious activity.