Republic-Times

Local

English

Newspaper

Outlet metrics

Domain Authority

Ranking

Global

#1046177

United States

#240856

News and Media

#7434

Traffic sources

Monthly visitors

Articles

Gedern guests visit again

1 week ago | republictimes.net | Andrew Unverferth

Columbia High School recently hosted students from the community’s German sister city, this serving as the 17th time the exchange has brought Gedern students to the U.S. to test their English, experience Midwest culture and make friendships that could last a lifetime. This year’s group of 25 students arrived March 26 and departed April 13, spending just over two weeks staying with their host families in Columbia.
New leadership at Columbia library

1 week ago | republictimes.net | Andrew Unverferth

Columbia Public Library recently underwent a change in management as director Annette Bland stepped down from the role to make way for a new librarian with a substantial history in her field and a strong passion for public service. Stepping into the role of director is Michelle Sawicki. She explained that her original focus in college was in psychology, though she managed to find a deep interest in libraries along the way.
Park district board members say bye

1 week ago | republictimes.net | Andrew Unverferth

The first post-election meeting of the Waterloo Park District Board was particularly brief as commissioners said farewell to the two retirees among them, touched on a handful of policy matters and discussed general district activities as the parks open up amid the warmer weather.
Eagles kick past Bulldogs in tight match

1 week ago | republictimes.net | Corey Saathoff

Two really good girls soccer squads met in a rivalry contest Monday night on the turf at Columbia High School, with the home team ending up celebrating a narrow victory. The Eagles (9-2-1) hosted Monroe County foe Waterloo (5-3-1), winning 1-0 in a well-played match. Columbia got the only goal of the game on a score from Riley Mathews with 15 minutes left in the first half. Alaina Rains was credited with the assist.
Eagle Scout helps Baebler

1 week ago | republictimes.net | Andrew Unverferth

A Waterloo scout earned his wings earlier this year as he achieved the rank of Eagle Scout, helping a local educational farm with its flora education offerings. Andrew Wangelin – alongside his father Rob – spoke about his experience in Boy Scout Troop 323 and his achievement of the highest honor in scouting earlier this year. Andrew had many memories to share about his experience as a scout.
USPS seeks rate increase

1 week ago | republictimes.net | Corey Saathoff

The U.S. Postal Service announced last week it is filing for a large postage rate increase to be implemented July 13, 2025. Rates for periodicals are proposed to increase on average by 9.3 percent. If approved, this USPS rate increase would hike the cost of a first-class stamp from 73 cents to 78 cents. This action comes after the recent removal of Postmaster General Louis DeJoy and before the Board of Governors has even named his successor.
Vogel wins 600th as ‘Dogs start to roll - Republic-Times | News

1 week ago | republictimes.net | Corey Saathoff

A legendary local baseball coach celebrated yet another milestone of late as his team has strung together some impressive victories. Waterloo High School head baseball coach Mark Vogel, now in his final season at the helm of the Bulldogs, picked up career win No. 600 with 7-1 victory in game one of a Saturday doubleheader at home over Gibault. Vogel’s Bulldogs promptly gave him his 601st victory with a 5-0 win in game two. Waterloo pitching held Gibault to just four hits on the day.
Eagles glide past Bulldogs

1 week ago | republictimes.net | Corey Saathoff

Two rivals met on the softball diamond last week, and the result was a well-played contest. Waterloo (8-2) traveled north on Route 3 to face Columbia (7-2) last Wednesday, with both squads enjoying strong starts to the season. The result was a narrow 2-1 victory for the Eagles. With the score tied in the bottom of the seventh, a bases loaded fielder’s choice resulted in the winning run sliding just ahead of the throw home. Ava Brown had two hits for the Bulldogs.
Continued local track success

1 week ago | republictimes.net | Corey Saathoff

Local high school track and field athletes have been putting their best feet and arms forward this spring, as evidenced in recent meets. On Monday, Columbia and Dupo tracksters competed in the Wiseman/Henning Invitational at Freeburg. For the Columbia boys, Chase Hendrickson won the discus with a throw of 150 feet, 7.5 inches. Joel Spirakis placed fifth in the pole vault at seven feet, three inches. For the Columbia girls, Alayna Calvin placed sixth in the long jump at 14 feet, 9.25 inches.
Softballers back at it after the rain

2 weeks ago | republictimes.net | Corey Saathoff

Local high school softball action has been limited of late due to rainy weather over the past week, but clearer skies means a return to the diamond. Waterloo (6-1) picked up an 8-6 win over Red Bud on Monday, getting a 3-for-3 showing from Ava Brown. She homered and drove in five runs for the Bulldogs, who got another pitching win from Aidan Dintelman. The Bulldogs play Wednesday at rival Columbia, then play Thursday at Belleville West and Monday at Triad.