By Cynthia Scheer
Mike and Sara Samples have always liked adventure and camping, they said, and she has dreamed of one day having a bed and breakfast. The couple didn't think they'd be combining the two anytime soon.
But then the Cabins at Rocky Pond became reality.
When land just... + continue reading
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By Deb Hadachek
“I think (Belleville) probably needs to have a police department.”
That was the assessment of Republic County Sheriff Ron Blad Monday prior to a meeting that afternoon with city officials.
The county sheriff’s... + continue reading
Mayor calls special meeting to discuss 24 hour force in Belleville
By Fred Arnold
Walking out of Monday's council meeting former Belleville Chief of Police Gary Frint said the police department was in trouble.
"They have no idea," he... + continue reading
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Council votes 3-2 to replace old bathhouse with memorial
By Fred Arnold
Local historical preservationist Nancy Holt implored the city council to "make a decision."
The Belleville woman who has spear-headed the effort to save the WPA-era bath house in the city park says she has... + continue reading
Republic man marks 38th anniversary as plane crash survivor
By Cynthia Scheer
Charlie Dietz regained consciousness to find himself at the bottom of a rushing river. He realized in that instant that he had survived a plane crash, he said. He pushed off the river bottom toward the surface in... + continue reading
Spannenberg honored prior to start of Legion baseball game
By Fred Arnold
For a brief shining moment it was 1950 again.
It was the perfect night for a baeball game. Warm, summer temps and a light breeze. The Concordia Cubs were in town for a twin bill against the home team Belleville Blues... + continue reading
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Sports
Full Throttle 10 and under fast pitch team took first place in the 12 team gold bracket in Russell over the weekend. Full Throttle met up with Beloit Blaze in the Championship game winning 7-1. Full... + continue reading
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By Fred Arnold
It happens on a regular basis.
I hear people complain that no one seems to know about their projects, event, or upcoming meeting.
Well, join the club. People sometimes... + continue reading
Youth
Four Republic High School seniors shared the valedictorian honors at the recent commencement exercises. Kendsey Johnson, Kendra Scott, Madison Scott and Justin Tietjen represented the top academic... + continue reading
