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Easements protect Monroe County farmland forever
HeartLands Conservancy ended 2014 with the completion of three land easements, securing 1,033 acres for future generations. The three agricultural and conservation easements include property owned by Rockhouse LLC and…
Read MoreCounty improves its public safety capabilities
Monroe County police and public safety agencies received a boost with the news last week of a $72,000 grant for future Monroe County Sheriff’s Department K-9 operations and the arrival…
Read MoreCounty board gets updates on levee work, county fair
The Monroe County Board of Commissioners were updated Tuesday on work to be done on the three-county levee system that is being restored under the Southwest Illinois Flood Prevention District…
Read MoreSafety the goal of Food Sanitation Program
In an effort to keep the community protected from food-borne illnesses and educate both food service operators and consumers about safe practices, the Monroe County Health Department Food Sanitation Program…
Read MoreProperty taxes up slightly from last year
The Monroe County Treasurer’s Office is set to collect $50.78 million in property taxes this year, up slightly from just less than $50 million last year. These taxes support the…
Read MoreSame-sex marriage law takes effect
Same-sex marriage became legal in Illinois after the law officially went into effect June 1. Monroe County Clerk Dennis Knobloch said that while there were several calls Monday to his…
Read MoreProperty tax bills mailed out
Property tax bills were mailed out to residents Friday, the Monroe County Board was told during its Monday morning meeting. This year, Monroe County is on track to collect about…
Read MoreMaeystown woman a true Monroe County treasure
Dorothy Brandt is full of interesting stories and knowledge of local history. This could be attributed to her nearly 88 years in the county, the fact she volunteers at several…
Read MorePrimary to decide Republican sheriff, county board candidates
The Tuesday, March 18 primary election will not only decide the Republican nominee for Governor of Illinois in November’s general election, but will also do the same locally for two…
Read MoreGibault volleyball season ends with loss at sectionals
The Gibault Hawks wrapped up another successful volleyball season with a record of 24-9, falling in their sectional championship game to Albion-Edwards County. “I think the greatest factor in our…
Read MoreDavis steps in as new regional superintendent
Following Dr. Marc Kiehna’s retirement, new Regional Superintendent Kelton Davis looks forward to his new role and the quest for continuous improvement and success in education for Monroe and Randolph…
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