Columbia News and Announcements

The reports of Swine Flu in Illinois (official name, H1N1) are alarming, but as the virus remains in the headlines, experts are urging common-sense in handling the...

From the spooky grin on a Halloween jack-o-lantern to the smiles from a
Thanksgiving volunteer stint, we know you have some great pictures to
share.  And folks in Columbia...

Since this site is all about Columbia, we’d like to get the unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to your...

Want a unique, fun activity for fall in the Monroe County, IL area? Find apple picking orchards, apple farms, apple festivals for Monroe County, Illinois. Here is a list of the...

Local Pumpkin Patch Farms - go pick pumpkin's at a local farm in the Monroe County Illinois area.
When there’s a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the...

Imagine entering a giant puzzle … one that's tall, green and full of surprises. This is the experience of a Illinois corn maze and it's a great, old-fashioned way to have...

If your nonprofit group in Columbia is looking to let the community know out about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works:...

Give yourself a Time Out this week and treat your­self to a day out on­ ­the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy...

What’s the one small change that 1) instantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts Illinois’s economy and 4)helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made that...