I just joined personally and I have to say I'm clueless...so I could sign TMCF up? Educate me, please! http://t.co/F7YZ2ux9 Monroe County, Illinois (February 03, 2012 - 1:09 PM)
Please welcome our newest TMCF participating business, Bean Tree Cafe, a breakfast/lunch cafe and coffeeshop... http://t.co/rtpcTDlE Monroe County, Illinois (January 27, 2012 - 5:46 PM)
Are you concerned about these two bills? If so, have you contacted your local representatives/senator? http://t.co/XB1cRlg9 Monroe County, Illinois (January 18, 2012 - 10:45 AM)
Come learn about the Governor's Advantage Illinois program for small and start-up businesses. This Friday 10:30... http://t.co/I1JDcZga Monroe County, Illinois (January 16, 2012 - 11:48 PM)
Doesn't a glass of wine or two sound good on this cold Friday the 13th? Well check out one of Columbia's newest... http://t.co/qxeT30v5 Monroe County, Illinois (January 13, 2012 - 4:05 PM)
Give Stacy a call at (314) 313-5980 to find out about getting CPR or First Aid certified...skills that could save... http://t.co/Bi8qFzmE Monroe County, Illinois (January 12, 2012 - 2:34 PM)
See the wonderful things Action Graphics can do for your business? Give them a call at 939-5755. They're located... http://t.co/wBYwOOUv Monroe County, Illinois (January 11, 2012 - 3:16 PM)
Sears in Waterloo, 1349 Jamie Lane (behind the Super 8), is having a big sale Friday-Tuesday! Shop Local!!!! http://t.co/VgtMvDY1 Monroe County, Illinois (January 11, 2012 - 2:22 PM)
Thanks for sharing this Shannon Zarek. Head out to Tiny's, 602 N. Main, Columbia, for some great entertainment. http://t.co/wNoq0Db8 Monroe County, Illinois (January 11, 2012 - 2:19 PM)
Don't forget Fashion Attic's Customer Appreciation Open House this Friday at 7 p.m., 128 S. Main St., Columbia.... http://t.co/E9wOTD9J Monroe County, Illinois (January 11, 2012 - 1:18 PM)
Just a reminder about the meeting next Friday, Jan. 20. Come learn about the newest way the state is trying to... http://t.co/C0AVSgNd Monroe County, Illinois (January 11, 2012 - 10:53 AM)
Congratulations Jennifer on three years in business!!!! Come out on Saturday to help JFires' celebrate and to... http://t.co/miXxVhx9 Monroe County, Illinois (January 11, 2012 - 10:49 AM)
Please welcome Creative Touch Cosmetology School, 234 E. 3rd St., Waterloo as our latest TMCF participating... http://t.co/wJPvHR5v Monroe County, Illinois (January 09, 2012 - 2:46 PM)
Congratulations on 25 years in business! This is the third anniversary of a Monroe County business this week! We... http://t.co/DIz3ZyN3 Monroe County, Illinois (January 07, 2012 - 1:18 PM)
Thanks to Stacy Graff at CPR Plus for posting this first! Congratulations to R ooster's Health Food Store, 820... http://t.co/PF10QIUo Monroe County, Illinois (January 04, 2012 - 2:11 PM)
Meeting on new small business initiative set for Jan. 20 Small businesses and start-ups, as well as financial... http://t.co/E2ThL3zE Monroe County, Illinois (January 03, 2012 - 5:26 PM)
Take a second to read this story about the 2011 Honor Award and the top prize in Surveying & Mapping Technology... http://t.co/sgf07tlh Monroe County, Illinois (January 03, 2012 - 5:07 PM)
Need a new outfit for that Christmas party or New Year's Eve gathering? Look no further than Fashion Attic, 128... http://t.co/U3Jfykag Monroe County, Illinois (December 14, 2011 - 9:53 AM)
It was great to meet the owners of these businesses and hear about their successes and hopes for a future in... http://t.co/sgF58c25 Monroe County, Illinois (December 13, 2011 - 10:27 AM)
We'd like to welcome some new TMCF participating businesses from Main Street Columbia! Who Dats Southern Food,... http://t.co/XWve0nAz Monroe County, Illinois (December 12, 2011 - 4:58 PM)
Mokka Kaffeehaus will be getting some Kaldi's coffee gift boxes in tomorrow. Come in and visit on Thursday to... http://t.co/0xp3ZAiv Monroe County, Illinois (December 06, 2011 - 11:23 AM)
Also don't forget to make your way to Maeystown on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. for an "Old Fashioned German... http://t.co/0EXBEHo8 Monroe County, Illinois (December 02, 2011 - 10:54 AM)
Don't forget Columbia's Christmas Parade starting at 5 p.m. Saturday with refreshments (hot dogs, chili, warm... http://t.co/IY5NJl8m Monroe County, Illinois (December 02, 2011 - 10:20 AM)
Wow, I love all the great local gift ideas we're receiving! Monroe County, Illinois (December 01, 2011 - 2:41 PM)
Thanks for the reminder Lauren...also, Turner Hall will be having hotdogs, chili and other refreshments after the... http://t.co/IGwI61Gk Monroe County, Illinois (December 01, 2011 - 2:39 PM)
Fascinating stuff! Come to Sandbank School from 3-7 p.m. today to learn about a piece of history that's right... http://t.co/6LjORQPB Monroe County, Illinois (November 30, 2011 - 10:45 AM)
Did you find some wonderful local Christmas gifts this weekend? If so, let us know about it. I scored some... http://t.co/V2dx1Ati Monroe County, Illinois (November 28, 2011 - 9:28 AM)
Today is Small Business Saturday so please support our Monroe County businesses! Remember our small businesses... http://t.co/Bs7nPOme Monroe County, Illinois (November 26, 2011 - 10:44 AM)
The 30th Annual Christmas Walk in Historic Waterloo is taking place this Sunday, Nov. 27th from 11a.m. to 4pm.... http://t.co/eckPdHgw Monroe County, Illinois (November 23, 2011 - 4:18 PM)
Columbia's Christmas Cruise...this Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Why not check out the wonderful gifts offered right here... http://t.co/Po0ljmsq Monroe County, Illinois (November 23, 2011 - 3:54 PM)
Take a look at the articles on the Monroe County website that discuss why it's important to shop locally not only... http://t.co/hmK8Wmbp Monroe County, Illinois (November 23, 2011 - 3:52 PM)
How about something antique that your family or friends will treasure for years to come? Check out Echoes of the... http://t.co/NO5mEQ3i Monroe County, Illinois (November 23, 2011 - 2:39 PM)
To all you Black Friday shoppers out there, the Village Kaffeehaus in Maeystown will be open from 7:30 a.m. to... http://t.co/j7Izai7D Monroe County, Illinois (November 23, 2011 - 12:11 PM)
Don't forget the Thanksgiving wine! Go see Lauren at Agnes Ross, 113 W. Gundlach, Columbia. 618-340-3386. http://t.co/uKj7Ogt2 Monroe County, Illinois (November 23, 2011 - 11:18 AM)
I hope everyone will consider shopping in Monroe County on Black Friday and on Small Business Saturday this... http://t.co/hKJVsXZ6 Monroe County, Illinois (November 23, 2011 - 9:59 AM)
Don't miss the chance on some good deals from Harres Furniture & Appliances, 900 Admiral Weinel Blvd, Columbia... http://t.co/QmMB1aK9 Monroe County, Illinois (November 21, 2011 - 4:32 PM)
Wow, Agnes Ross has something for everyone on your Christmas list, 113 W. Gundlach St. Columbia...618-340-3386,... http://t.co/h2dDRljb Monroe County, Illinois (November 21, 2011 - 12:49 PM)
Shop Local...our zip codes are 62298 for Waterloo, 62236 for Columbia, 62295 for Valmeyer, 62256 for Maeystown... http://t.co/VuOmNRn8 Monroe County, Illinois (November 21, 2011 - 12:09 PM)
Here's another great gift idea from Trost Plastics, 8610 Hanover Industrial Dr., Columbia, 618-939-9696. http://t.co/TQK3pWga Monroe County, Illinois (November 21, 2011 - 11:15 AM)
FASHION ATTIC, 128 S. Main Street in Columbia, is having an Anniversary Sale this weekend, Friday, Nov. 18 and... http://t.co/Y67kQwP4 Monroe County, Illinois (November 18, 2011 - 9:40 AM)
Here's an awesome opportunity to personalize your Christmas gift! Logos 'N Stitches, 5572 Deer Hill Road,... http://t.co/JX44rNIz Monroe County, Illinois (November 16, 2011 - 4:16 PM)
Here's a bright Christmas gift idea from Action Graphics, 618-939-5755, 8802 Summer Road Columbia (half way... http://t.co/wmrZAMbg Monroe County, Illinois (November 16, 2011 - 3:18 PM)
I"m seeing a lot of wonderful local Christmas gift ideas being posted by our area businesses in the Think Monroe... http://t.co/jI0JiSDz Monroe County, Illinois (November 16, 2011 - 11:37 AM)
Linnemann Lawn Care & Landscaping, Inc. has a wonderful local Christmas gift idea: The people of Monroe county... http://t.co/Ug4jazMe Monroe County, Illinois (November 16, 2011 - 10:58 AM)
The people of Monroe county can purchase for their families either a 6 step lawn fertilizer program or a years... http://t.co/9TgtuQRB Monroe County, Illinois (November 16, 2011 - 10:55 AM)
Another great gift idea from Trost Plastics, 8610 Hanover Industrial Dr. Columbia 618-939-9696...Let us know what... http://t.co/g2ZR1Idr Monroe County, Illinois (November 15, 2011 - 4:31 PM)
Here's a beautiful local gift idea from Trost Plastics, located at 8610 Hanover Industrial Dr. Columbia,... http://t.co/3YFgCBRU Monroe County, Illinois (November 14, 2011 - 3:59 PM)
As the holidays approach, please keep in mind that you dont have to cross the river to find great gifts! Our... http://t.co/XACjHHYE Monroe County, Illinois (November 11, 2011 - 11:20 AM)
As the holidays approach, please keep in mind that you dont have to cross the river to find great gifts! Our... http://t.co/zk9ghFQk Monroe County, Illinois (November 11, 2011 - 11:19 AM)
Here's a good BUY LOCAL message that's making it's way through the email chain...feel free to share!!!! Christmas... http://t.co/JfSzY8LJ Monroe County, Illinois (November 10, 2011 - 9:22 AM)
Nothing can stop the man with the right mental attitude from achieving his goal; nothing on earth can help the... http://t.co/9zaUvzH7 Monroe County, Illinois (November 07, 2011 - 1:06 PM)
This article points to why we have to keep the Think Monroe County First message going! So please share the... http://t.co/Oncoy04b Monroe County, Illinois (November 04, 2011 - 9:37 AM)
Please help me welcome our newest TMCF Participating businesses: Tobin Search Insurance Agency, located at 105 N.... http://t.co/qLN9zw19 Monroe County, Illinois (November 04, 2011 - 9:31 AM)
Failure is only a temporary change in direction to set you straight for your next success. Only those who dare to... http://t.co/7y8C7ycW Monroe County, Illinois (October 19, 2011 - 12:11 PM)
A successful man is one who can lay a firm foundation with the bricks others have thrown at him. -David Brinkley... http://t.co/j4BRABlQ Monroe County, Illinois (October 18, 2011 - 1:40 PM)
If you're looking for a challenging run among beautiful scenery then you need to sign up for the YMCA Illinois... http://t.co/JLGQcURO Monroe County, Illinois (October 17, 2011 - 3:09 PM)
Wondering why we keep preaching the shop local message? Well here are some good reasons: *Small... http://t.co/h0QX5HV1 Monroe County, Illinois (October 11, 2011 - 4:10 PM)
Good morning everyone, are you enjoying this awesome weather? I'd like to welcome our newest TMCF participating... http://t.co/VPdLcBg Monroe County, Illinois (September 08, 2011 - 12:14 PM)
Happy Friday everyone! A big shout out to the Republic Times for running our Buy Local Article in this week's... http://t.co/hx2GY4M Monroe County, Illinois (August 26, 2011 - 10:44 AM)
Bad news...the TMCF float will not be in the Waterloo Homecoming Parade due to a scheduling conflict with Silverback : (. Monroe County, Illinois (August 23, 2011 - 5:16 PM)
Waterloo Homecoming is this Friday and Saturday. Parade begins at 5 p.m. Saturday and there will be live music Friday and Saturday. Monroe County, Illinois (August 23, 2011 - 1:07 PM)
While the goal of TMCF is to educate our residents on the importance of buying locally, we'd also like to hear... http://t.co/a7qIMyS Monroe County, Illinois (August 23, 2011 - 11:18 AM)
Looking for something fun to do this Friday? Head down to Maeystown for the "der vierte Freitag" celebration from... http://t.co/0OCLLS4 Monroe County, Illinois (August 23, 2011 - 10:23 AM)
Good Friday morning everyone! Please welcome our newest TMCF participating business: Sidebarr Technologies, 1329... http://t.co/X2fUEzs Monroe County, Illinois (August 19, 2011 - 11:14 AM)
Columbia and Waterloo in Monroe County, IL are both great places to live and work. We offer the benefits of a... http://t.co/7Bg1GGO Monroe County, Illinois (August 16, 2011 - 9:58 AM)
I know we just finished up POWER MONTH and we had a great response, but I wanted to bring to your attention the... http://fb.me/1awYiLA9p Monroe County, Illinois (August 04, 2011 - 3:47 PM)
On the heals of our latest TMCF POWER MONTH, I wanted to share the first of several articles written by a... http://fb.me/EeP2bmxc Monroe County, Illinois (August 04, 2011 - 3:44 PM)
Monroe County consumers brought in more than $400,000 in receipts during this year's TMCF POWER MONTH event at... http://fb.me/1717gMP0c Monroe County, Illinois (August 01, 2011 - 12:57 PM)
Val at Dear Diva Desserts in Columbia, IL ROCKS! She sent some delish cupcakes to the Monroe County Fair last... http://fb.me/HKe7daqG Monroe County, Illinois (July 29, 2011 - 1:38 PM)
The Super Consumers of Monroe County brought in more than $100,000 in local receipts last night at the Monroe... http://fb.me/15kAzz8w3 Monroe County, Illinois (July 29, 2011 - 12:23 PM)
Hey, it's free to get into the Monroe County Fair tonight so bring your July receipts from any Monroe County... http://fb.me/1alRDFLz8 Monroe County, Illinois (July 28, 2011 - 9:55 AM)
Don't miss all the fun on July 23 starting at 10 a.m. with the dedication of the Monroe County Welcome Center at... http://fb.me/RTOeg0dF Monroe County, Illinois (July 13, 2011 - 9:56 PM)
Please welcome our two newest businesses: Zeibart/X-press Lube and Car Wash in Columbia and Michelle's Magical... http://fb.me/FDuQz1QG Monroe County, Illinois (July 13, 2011 - 4:41 PM)
Did you know that Agnes Ross in Columbia is now selling wine? Drop in and check out the wine and other great items Lauren offers! Monroe County, Illinois (July 08, 2011 - 2:26 PM)
Congratulations to Rahn's Hometown Auto Repair in Waterloo on their one-year anniversary! Monroe County, Illinois (July 07, 2011 - 11:13 AM)
Hi everyone, just a reminder that consumers should be saving their receipts for the TMCF POWER MONTH event at the... http://fb.me/12aBWcBiv Monroe County, Illinois (July 05, 2011 - 4:33 PM)
Hey everyone, please welcome our newest TMCF business, Corner Pub and Grill, 602 Meyer Avenue, Valmeyer! Also,... http://fb.me/MQEuvMIQ Monroe County, Illinois (June 30, 2011 - 5:09 PM)
We're looking for volunteers to help man the Monroe County Welcome Center (Shoemaker Schoolhouse in Columbia)... http://fb.me/Ip8J7RL4 Monroe County, Illinois (June 29, 2011 - 12:03 PM)
Chris Rahn of Rahn's Hometown Auto Repair in Waterloo did an awesome job on my car yesterday. He fixed a lot of... http://fb.me/YiX0SEf2 Monroe County, Illinois (June 28, 2011 - 11:01 AM)
Welcome to our two newest participating TMCF businesses: A&W Insurance Agency, LLC, 209 A W. Mill St. Waterloo,... http://fb.me/DetySQsS Monroe County, Illinois (June 21, 2011 - 4:17 PM)
There are only a few spots left on the TMCF float for the Porta Westfalica parade, if you're interested, let me... http://fb.me/XGEQ1r03 Monroe County, Illinois (June 14, 2011 - 12:18 AM)
Don't miss the opportunity to promote your business on the Gateway Restaurant Supply float during this summer's... http://fb.me/H8hH8c0J Monroe County, Illinois (June 02, 2011 - 2:47 PM)
Businesses remember that John Wolz of Gateway Restaurant Supply has offered to hang your 2x3 sign from his float,... http://fb.me/VUxyaiIL Monroe County, Illinois (May 26, 2011 - 5:32 PM)
We've started a news page on the Monroe County website for shop local articles and other news. The first press... http://fb.me/11FdyPy7J Monroe County, Illinois (May 26, 2011 - 5:29 PM)
Mokka Kaffeehaus Just a reminder... We are open late every Friday through July 1 for music. This Friday, join us... http://fb.me/KswnQeg7 Monroe County, Illinois (May 24, 2011 - 4:02 PM)
SAVE THE DATE: Join us for dedication of the Monroe County Welcome Center during a full day of activities on Saturday, July 23rd! Monroe County, Illinois (May 20, 2011 - 11:17 AM)
Hi everyone, thought I'd share our initial efforts of pulling together tourism information about Monroe County.... http://fb.me/HtbtIgvF Monroe County, Illinois (May 13, 2011 - 3:16 PM)
While I have nothing against national retailers, this article makes some good points. You always hear that small... http://fb.me/xNL0EMI8 Monroe County, Illinois (May 11, 2011 - 1:38 PM)
Meeghan Dietz of Waterloo is the March Think Monroe County First Super Consumer drawing winner. Dietz has won a... http://fb.me/UUfihJJu Monroe County, Illinois (May 10, 2011 - 4:48 PM)
Can't wait for the opening of the Monroe County Welcome Center! It will be one more way to promote the great... http://fb.me/JJ19tcXf Monroe County, Illinois (May 10, 2011 - 2:59 PM)
While the Coleman trial turned the spotlight on our County for a tragic reason, I think Bill's column aptly states... http://fb.me/yyWuXXTr Monroe County, Illinois (May 06, 2011 - 10:29 AM)
Wanted to let everyone know that TMCF business Lil' Red Roaster Coffee Company/Village Kaffee Haus is now open for... http://fb.me/zMtPsHlI Monroe County, Illinois (April 27, 2011 - 4:02 PM)
Good morning everyone. The shop/spend local subcommittee is looking at ways to make TMCF more effective and we're... http://fb.me/ZjHPnKi4 Monroe County, Illinois (April 20, 2011 - 1:21 PM)
Carole Shaffer (right) of Columbia is the February Think Monroe County First Super Consumer drawing winner.... http://fb.me/TuW1EdU0 Monroe County, Illinois (March 14, 2011 - 4:16 PM)
New census figures show that the bulk of population growth in IL in the past decade was in Chicago's collar... http://fb.me/Ow4cQGTX Monroe County, Illinois (February 17, 2011 - 11:50 AM)
Thank you to everyone who attended the MCEDC Forum this morning! We had a great event with some wonderful panel... http://fb.me/TaxLZDck Monroe County, Illinois (February 16, 2011 - 4:13 PM)
Today is the last day to register for the Monroe County Economic Development Council's Annual Forum-Call... http://fb.me/zGHJYt7Q Monroe County, Illinois (February 11, 2011 - 11:30 AM)
Tomorrow is the deadline to register for the MCEDC Annual Forum-call 618-939-3434 or register online at... http://fb.me/szoImSrC Monroe County, Illinois (February 10, 2011 - 5:45 PM)
Remember to register for the MCEDC Annual Forum! Deadline to register/pay this Friday. You can register online... http://fb.me/V7YlX6nI Monroe County, Illinois (February 07, 2011 - 10:49 AM)
Carole Paris of Columbia is the January Think Monroe County First Super Consumer drawing winner. Paris has won... http://fb.me/MqzG29EN Monroe County, Illinois (February 07, 2011 - 9:33 AM)
Lyla Lich of Columbia is the December Think Monroe County First Super Consumer drawing winner. Lich has won a... http://fb.me/A6z4SFC0 Monroe County, Illinois (February 02, 2011 - 12:31 PM)
Deadline to register for the MCEDC Annual Forum is Feb. 11. See the link for details. It promises to be a very... http://fb.me/yzXNg3hX Monroe County, Illinois (January 27, 2011 - 10:16 AM)
Slow Money...would anyone in Monroe County be interested in investigating this concept? With the state of the... http://fb.me/zieKTIuZ Monroe County, Illinois (January 25, 2011 - 11:56 AM)
Ok, here are the details on the MCEDC Forum: Cost $20, register at monroe.extension.uiuc.edu or call 618-939-3434.... http://fb.me/QiAvBJfv Monroe County, Illinois (January 19, 2011 - 10:30 AM)
Please mark your calendars for the Monroe County Economic Development Council's Annual Forum. It will be Feb. 16... http://fb.me/P8M5feYS Monroe County, Illinois (January 13, 2011 - 11:32 AM)
Remember to RSVP by Monday for our FREE TMCF small buisness workshop and to Cheer for Waterloo in the "We Hear You... http://fb.me/Bb565qJ3 Monroe County, Illinois (January 07, 2011 - 9:59 AM)
Just a reminder that you have until Monday, Jan. 10 to RSVP for the TMCF FREE workshop on Licenses, Insurance and... http://fb.me/L5rhPMJF Monroe County, Illinois (January 03, 2011 - 12:23 PM)
Cheer for Waterloo!! Go to the link below, In the middle of the map you will see a place to enter 62298 and... http://fb.me/JCSzRrcP Monroe County, Illinois (January 03, 2011 - 11:36 AM)
Follow this link to RSVP for our upcoming FREE workshop for Monroe County businesses. The topic is licenses,... http://fb.me/xLy1NxnB Monroe County, Illinois (December 14, 2010 - 3:29 PM)
Here's an interesting article on what some towns are doing to attract new buisnesses and residents... http://fb.me/utMpWc7J Monroe County, Illinois (December 01, 2010 - 11:32 AM)
The next TMCF Free Educational Workshop is planned for Jan. 13 at the Monroe County Annex Building, 901 IL. Ave.... http://fb.me/ImLrbily Monroe County, Illinois (November 19, 2010 - 1:08 PM)
Remember to shop locally this Christmas season!!! Watch our local papers-The Republic Times and the Monroe County... http://fb.me/GlMB9BQH Monroe County, Illinois (November 15, 2010 - 11:42 AM)
I'm working on the Monroe Economic Development Council's website. The first step is to incorporate all the TMCF... http://fb.me/KaaEHWZc Monroe County, Illinois (October 25, 2010 - 12:43 PM)
Good morning everyone, I'm busy trying to pull together our next educational workshop on what businesses need to... http://fb.me/C1ZcrPSe Monroe County, Illinois (October 12, 2010 - 11:38 AM)
Local small businesses-check this out. Could be some good publicity for you if you're chosen to be interviewed!... http://fb.me/J0ZKEU81 Monroe County, Illinois (September 29, 2010 - 3:45 PM)
Good afternoon, below, in case you missed it in our local newspapers, is our latest TMCF business spotlight... http://fb.me/KA1LCYMB Monroe County, Illinois (September 27, 2010 - 4:09 PM)
Good morning, wanted to share an article that Lauren Nobbe, of Agnes Ross fame, shared earlier in August that I... http://fb.me/K4CplGxC Monroe County, Illinois (September 24, 2010 - 9:52 AM)
I love it! A great local example of helping our youth connect to their communities! One of the most effective... http://fb.me/HhoWNFxI Monroe County, Illinois (September 22, 2010 - 1:05 PM)
Just read an interesting article on what St. Louis is doing to slow the brain drain of local youth. We also... http://fb.me/BKtx04ae Monroe County, Illinois (September 22, 2010 - 11:16 AM)
FYI: Schaefer Farms Nursery, 4611 Kaskaskia Rd. Waterloo, is having a Fall Art Festival on Sept. 18 from 9 a.m. to... http://fb.me/I7J7h9bX Monroe County, Illinois (September 07, 2010 - 3:44 PM)
Check out this great story on independent pharmacies. Two of Monroe County's own are quoted-Ron's Pharmacy in... http://fb.me/FQ6zUQau Monroe County, Illinois (August 25, 2010 - 9:55 AM)
Please welcome our newest TMCF member- TDR Technical Services in Maeystown! Monroe County, Illinois (August 06, 2010 - 12:28 PM)
Here's the skinny on our TMCF POWER MONTH winners. Thanks so much to our businesses for donating the prizes and... http://fb.me/DNkEiGMW Monroe County, Illinois (August 02, 2010 - 4:54 PM)
Wow, the consumers were showing their love of our local businesses last night by bringing in more than $130,000 in... http://fb.me/Ghp9ZBZL Monroe County, Illinois (July 30, 2010 - 1:49 PM)
It's free night at the Monroe County Fair so come on out and bring your receipts for a chance to win more than... http://fb.me/ENrmQAW8 Monroe County, Illinois (July 29, 2010 - 3:59 PM)
Remember the booth is open to take your receipts from 5 to 8 p.m. each night of the fair. Come visit us in the... http://fb.me/FxwczLXO Monroe County, Illinois (July 26, 2010 - 5:13 PM)
Here a couple of photos of the TMCF Fair Booth...the first night saw quite a few people bringing in their receipts! http://fb.me/D7KsCeSx Monroe County, Illinois (July 26, 2010 - 12:32 PM)
Here a couple of photos of the TMCF Fair Booth...the first night saw quite a few people bringing in their receipts! http://fb.me/ComI38h8 Monroe County, Illinois (July 26, 2010 - 12:26 PM)
Getting everything we need for the TMCF Fair Booth together so we can start collecting those local receipts on... http://fb.me/DUG6sWa2 Monroe County, Illinois (July 23, 2010 - 11:39 AM)
Hold on to your hats folks...the prizes for the TMCF POWER MONTH at the fair have hit $10,000!!!!! So, please... http://fb.me/BZIIzKD6 Monroe County, Illinois (July 20, 2010 - 12:19 PM)
We have collected more than $5,000 in Blue Ribbon prizes for our Power Month Event at the Monroe County Fair along... http://fb.me/AJCWgwrV Monroe County, Illinois (July 15, 2010 - 12:50 PM)
Welcome to our latest TMCF members! A Touch of Class Detailing, Columbia; Curtis Jeweler, Columbia; and SOS... http://fb.me/CjoVJPD8 Monroe County, Illinois (July 15, 2010 - 12:48 PM)
I'll be updating the Power Month prize list this afternoon so get ready to take a peak! We have some awesome... http://fb.me/F2d7ESq3 Monroe County, Illinois (July 14, 2010 - 12:59 PM)
Calling all Monroe County Businesses!!! If you would like to donate a prize to the TMCF Power Month event at the... http://fb.me/CkyyQChT Monroe County, Illinois (July 12, 2010 - 11:40 AM)
Hey everyone, if you are planning to donate a prize for our Power Month out at the Fair, you might want to do it... http://fb.me/BYFH866n Monroe County, Illinois (July 08, 2010 - 3:17 PM)
Welcome to our newest TMCF businesses: Summit Sign and Graphics, Columbia; Logos 'N Stitches, Inc., Waterloo; and... http://fb.me/Dh4CFkqm Monroe County, Illinois (July 08, 2010 - 3:03 PM)
It's July 1, do you know where your receipts from Monroe County businesses are? Hang on to them from today until... http://fb.me/DTbc84lW Monroe County, Illinois (July 01, 2010 - 11:13 AM)
Businesses if you want to donate to the TMCF Power Month event at the Monroe County Fair, drop me an email,... http://fb.me/CsTKiPJa Monroe County, Illinois (June 30, 2010 - 12:47 PM)
Boy do we have some prizes for you so don't forget to save your receipts from Monroe County Businesses July 1-Aug.... http://fb.me/yWnNnV8Q Monroe County, Illinois (June 30, 2010 - 12:36 PM)
Congratulations to our June Super Consumer Winner, LaVerne Schut of Waterloo. Her entry was drawn at Sears in... http://fb.me/t0qAkmHt Monroe County, Illinois (June 16, 2010 - 2:36 PM)
Congratulations to our June Super Consumer Winner, LaVerne Schut of Waterloo. Her entry was drawn at Sears in... http://fb.me/CRiUJUkA Monroe County, Illinois (June 16, 2010 - 2:35 PM)
Calling all Monroe County businesses, remember that we're having our POWER MONTH event at the County Fair again... http://bit.ly/a2b3cK Monroe County, Illinois (June 10, 2010 - 12:06 PM)
And one more thing...well I did say lots of news, didn't I? We're gearing up for the second annual TMCF POWER... http://bit.ly/czRHRh Monroe County, Illinois (May 17, 2010 - 3:47 PM)
Lots of news today: Our May Super Consumer winner is Melissa Fausz of Waterloo. Her entry was drawn at Chuck... http://bit.ly/cpNL5s Monroe County, Illinois (May 17, 2010 - 3:42 PM)
Lots of news today: Our May Super Consumer winner is Melissa Fausz of Waterloo. Her entry was drawn at Chuck... http://bit.ly/bpXAU2 Monroe County, Illinois (May 17, 2010 - 3:38 PM)
One more thing, it's not too late to come to the small business input session with the IL Dept. of Commerce and... http://bit.ly/aNipOF Monroe County, Illinois (May 12, 2010 - 10:11 AM)
Hey Monore County businesses, have you signed up for the FREE Business Plan Workshop on May 19th? It's not just... http://bit.ly/d67UaY Monroe County, Illinois (May 12, 2010 - 10:09 AM)
Don't forget that on Wednesday at 6 p.m. on the second floor of the courthouse, small business owners can let the... http://bit.ly/azkb4g Monroe County, Illinois (May 10, 2010 - 12:11 PM)
Holy Cow...Look at this! New participating businesses: Blue Sky Energy Rating, Waterloo; National City Bank,... http://bit.ly/cDTiTl Monroe County, Illinois (May 04, 2010 - 5:32 PM)
Welcome to our two newest participating TMCF businesses: Oasis Aire-Heating and Cooling in Columbia and Metzger... http://bit.ly/chKbxo Monroe County, Illinois (April 30, 2010 - 5:10 PM)
We have two upcoming events in May that you should check out! On May 12, the IL Dept. of Commerce and Economic... http://bit.ly/a7neHD Monroe County, Illinois (April 23, 2010 - 12:14 PM)
Welcome to two new members!!!! Blue Sky Energy Rating and National City Bank, both in Waterloo. Thanks for your... http://bit.ly/bErIdC Monroe County, Illinois (April 23, 2010 - 12:04 PM)
We'd like to welcome our newest TMCF Participating Businesses: Schaefer Farms Nursery, Waterloo; Shady Creek... http://bit.ly/cYMps2 Monroe County, Illinois (April 14, 2010 - 4:47 PM)
Help us increase our fan base by recommending us to your friends and don't forget to ask your local businesses for... http://bit.ly/d29Tji Monroe County, Illinois (April 13, 2010 - 12:23 AM)
Cindy Waldemer of Columbia is the March Think Monroe County First Super Consumer drawing winner. Waldemer has won... http://bit.ly/cBak3U Monroe County, Illinois (March 24, 2010 - 5:04 PM)
February's TMCF "Super Consumer" winner, Sallie Barbeau. Pictured here with County Commissioner Terry Liefer and... http://bit.ly/9PfEgK Monroe County, Illinois (March 17, 2010 - 12:12 PM)
The Monroe County Economic Development Council is sending out thank you notes to individuals that we hear of who... http://bit.ly/cDWbuE Monroe County, Illinois (March 13, 2010 - 3:35 AM)
We'd like to welcome Bob and Debra Hill of Hill Monument Company, a new business in Columbia, located at 926... http://bit.ly/cAKE2T Monroe County, Illinois (February 25, 2010 - 3:42 PM)
Please welcome Chad Stultz of the Columbia Dairy Queen as our newest Think Monroe County First participating business! http://bit.ly/a0Fdav Monroe County, Illinois (February 24, 2010 - 10:40 AM)
There are some great things coming your way. Stay tuned and remember to recommend this group to your friends. The... http://bit.ly/aXyiyL Monroe County, Illinois (February 22, 2010 - 11:30 PM)
Welcome to our newest participating businesses: Keith Asselmeier, Country Financial in Columbia; J.Fires' Market... http://bit.ly/9X29xe Monroe County, Illinois (February 19, 2010 - 12:24 PM)
Let us know the last place you received an entry ticket for the TMCF monthy drawing. Where were you? http://bit.ly/a3axWP Monroe County, Illinois (February 18, 2010 - 8:36 AM)
recommends you become a fan of Lil Red Rooster Coffee Company. Click onthe link below and then click on "become a... http://bit.ly/d5NaAX Monroe County, Illinois (February 17, 2010 - 8:32 AM)
recommends you become a fan of Essential Healthcare. Click onthe link below and then click on "become a fan".... http://bit.ly/dbWZyU Monroe County, Illinois (February 16, 2010 - 8:01 PM)
recommends you become a fan of Monroe Physical Therapy. Click on the link below and click on the button "become a... http://bit.ly/azm5zQ Monroe County, Illinois (February 15, 2010 - 6:50 PM)
recommends you become a fan of Harrisonville Telephone Company. Click on the link below and click on the button... http://bit.ly/cVKMLM Monroe County, Illinois (February 15, 2010 - 6:46 PM)
And the winner is...Sallie Barbeau of Columbia is our Feb. TMCF Super Consumer Winner...click here... http://bit.ly/bV794y Monroe County, Illinois (February 11, 2010 - 5:13 PM)
Let us hear from you if you are gettting our news feeds. Leave a comment if this post appears on your home page.... http://bit.ly/ddtMEk Monroe County, Illinois (February 11, 2010 - 8:23 AM)
Let us hear from you if you are gettting our news feeds. Leave a comment if this post appears on your home page. http://bit.ly/9NvF1d Monroe County, Illinois (February 11, 2010 - 8:22 AM)
On LinkedIn? Join our group--'Know Jack'--for community discussion following advice from small town guru Jack Schultz: http://bit.ly/9XGmEg Monroe County, Illinois (February 10, 2010 - 10:02 AM)
Elie, a visiting blogger, posts praises for a champagne cupcake enjoyed at Columbia's Our House Cafe: http://bit.ly/a0WSQ2 Monroe County, Illinois (February 10, 2010 - 9:00 AM)
recommends you become a fan of Brownwaterdogs. Click on the link below and then click on "Become a fan". It's that... http://bit.ly/bEi33B Monroe County, Illinois (February 09, 2010 - 7:47 PM)
recommends you become a fan of Rooster's Health Food Store. Click on the link below and then click on "Become a... http://bit.ly/aG6nUL Monroe County, Illinois (February 09, 2010 - 7:44 PM)
recommends you become a fan of Wm. Nobbe & Co. Click on the link below and then click on "Become a fan". It's... http://bit.ly/c5UiJD Monroe County, Illinois (February 09, 2010 - 7:43 PM)
On LinkedIn? Join our new group--'Know Jack'--and community discussion deploying advice from guru Jack Schultz: http://bit.ly/9XGmEg Monroe County, Illinois (February 05, 2010 - 5:42 PM)
Welcome to our two newest TMCF participating businesses-Kevin Devine, DMD, The Devine Smile in Columbia and Marla... http://bit.ly/9vLu1f Monroe County, Illinois (February 05, 2010 - 11:58 AM)
Welcome to our two newest TMCF participating businesses-Kevin Devine, DMD, The Devine Smile in Columbia and Marla... http://bit.ly/dbrLwn Monroe County, Illinois (February 05, 2010 - 11:54 AM)
Tips from Andrew Traughber at Columbia's Bon Vivant Wines, which The Riverfront Times named "Best Wine Shop" in 2009: http://bit.ly/c5zwrv Monroe County, Illinois (February 04, 2010 - 11:45 PM)
Not a fun read, but something every business owner and resident should take the time to read. This link is on the... http://bit.ly/bESeVI Monroe County, Illinois (February 03, 2010 - 2:00 PM)
Want us to recommend your business page to our fans? Call Nora Feuquay at the Monroe County Court house 939-8618 &... http://bit.ly/brltKb Monroe County, Illinois (February 02, 2010 - 9:43 AM)
recommends you becomes fans of the Lil' Red Rooster Coffee Company. Click on the link below and become a fan. Then... http://bit.ly/dogviA Monroe County, Illinois (February 01, 2010 - 8:15 PM)
Did you sign up for the Forum next Monday. May not be too late if you are still interested. Spread the word. ... http://bit.ly/b5zc9x Monroe County, Illinois (February 01, 2010 - 8:13 PM)
Hey folks, Monday is the deadline to register for the Monroe County Economic Development Council's Feb. 8 Forum... http://bit.ly/9oljpm Monroe County, Illinois (January 29, 2010 - 9:57 AM)
ecommends you becomes fans of the Monroe County YMCA. Click on the link below and become a fan. Then recommend... http://bit.ly/ato6wN Monroe County, Illinois (January 28, 2010 - 11:20 PM)
Please suggest your friends to become a fan of this page. We are trying to reach a goal of 500 fans. Don't forget... http://bit.ly/anj9wP Monroe County, Illinois (January 28, 2010 - 9:04 AM)
February is shaping up to be a rough month for cash-strapped school districts around Monroe County: http://bit.ly/dxuace Monroe County, Illinois (January 27, 2010 - 11:56 AM)
recommends you becomes fans of Action Graphics. Click on the link below and become a fan. Then recommend them to... http://bit.ly/aoRwB9 Monroe County, Illinois (January 27, 2010 - 7:46 AM)
recommends you becomes fans of Marketicity. Click on the link below and become a fan. Then recommend them to you... http://bit.ly/cF6Yud Monroe County, Illinois (January 27, 2010 - 7:45 AM)
recommends you becomes fans of Marketicity. Click on the link below and become a fan. Then recommend them to you... http://bit.ly/azMm62 Monroe County, Illinois (January 26, 2010 - 6:49 PM)
recommends you becomes fans of Mokka Kaffeehaus. Click on the link below and become a fan. Then recommend them to... http://bit.ly/6n5r12 Monroe County, Illinois (January 26, 2010 - 9:36 AM)
recommends you becomes fans of JLP Homes. Click on the link below and become a fan. Then recommend them to you... http://bit.ly/7sMKsK Monroe County, Illinois (January 25, 2010 - 7:36 PM)
Don't forget to register for the Feb. 8 MCEDC Forum with ED expert/author Jack Schultz. Registration/Agenda at http://bit.ly/kZaPJ Monroe County, Illinois (January 25, 2010 - 12:30 PM)
Mary Clark of Waterloo is the January TMCF Super Consumer Winner. Her entry was drawn at Wayne's One Stop..check it out http://bit.ly/8rL1qH Monroe County, Illinois (January 15, 2010 - 5:03 PM)
Although "devastated" at losing her job in 2007, Barbara Ratz turned Evalina's into a Columbia Main Street attraction: http://bit.ly/7BHkMX Monroe County, Illinois (January 13, 2010 - 11:44 PM)
Jane Kolmer's business, Action Graphics, reaches around the world but her heart remains in Monroe County: http://bit.ly/4NvCRM Monroe County, Illinois (January 06, 2010 - 11:19 AM)
The Columbia City Council has approved the Community & Economic Development Department's Strategic Plan for 2010: http://bit.ly/4Po2WX Monroe County, Illinois (December 29, 2009 - 10:41 AM)
In Maeystown, listed in its entirety in the National Register of Historic Places, the Corner George Inn is turning 20: http://bit.ly/7TBorP Monroe County, Illinois (December 20, 2009 - 1:09 PM)
Columbia School Board will hold a public hearing Thursday evening regarding a proposed levy increase: http://bit.ly/6IBZ1L Monroe County, Illinois (December 15, 2009 - 5:30 PM)
Illinois counties with the lowest unemployment rates for October were Brown, Schuyler, Cass & Monroe (tied w/Scott): http://bit.ly/5JrzSA Monroe County, Illinois (December 05, 2009 - 2:15 PM)
TMCF monthly drawing entries are due to drop off locations Monday or the courthouse Tuesday. http://bit.ly/5zTNIM for drop off sites. Monroe County, Illinois (December 04, 2009 - 4:04 PM)
FEMA will hold a public forum in Columbia on Dec. 16 to discuss costs of impending levy decertification: http://bit.ly/6DSWq1 Monroe County, Illinois (December 03, 2009 - 4:45 PM)
An American Bulldog in Columbia named Daisy Mae has given birth to 21 pups, nearly double the average litter size: http://bit.ly/6cuAGZ Monroe County, Illinois (November 22, 2009 - 12:10 AM)
Mark your calendars- Feb. 8 nationally known economic development speaker and author of BoomTown USA Jack Schultz will be in Monroe County. Monroe County, Illinois (November 10, 2009 - 2:41 PM)
TMCF monthly drawing entries are due to drop off locations tomorrow or to courthouse by Monday. http://bit.ly/1W8tP2 for drop off spots. Monroe County, Illinois (November 05, 2009 - 4:00 PM)
A community effort is being organized to save Sand Bank School in Columbia, still standing but in severe disrepair: http://bit.ly/20Bs8d Monroe County, Illinois (November 05, 2009 - 2:45 PM)
Clifftop Alliance seeks to conserve, preserve and protect the Mississippi River bluffs in Monroe and Randolph counties: http://bit.ly/26KKjn Monroe County, Illinois (November 05, 2009 - 1:51 PM)
Columbia City Council likely to apply to fund restoring Shoemaker Schoolhouse as the Monroe County Welcome Center: http://bit.ly/4gBd7a Monroe County, Illinois (October 30, 2009 - 12:08 PM)
Broker David Wittenauer of Grubb & Ellis/Gundaker in Columbia is one of only 7 CCIM designees south of Springfield: http://bit.ly/mcLci Monroe County, Illinois (October 30, 2009 - 9:19 AM)
Join us for lessons in social media by the Database Diva on Oct. 28 at the YMCA, RSVP by tomorrow... http://bit.ly/kZaPJ Monroe County, Illinois (October 22, 2009 - 12:32 PM)
Did you know? The Beck Area Career Center includes an operable Nike missile silo that is available for tours: http://bit.ly/ysYKJ Monroe County, Illinois (October 21, 2009 - 12:13 PM)
Learn to manage energy expenses via a SWIC seminar, “Making Renewable Energy Work for You,” tomorrow evening at CHS: http://bit.ly/n68re Monroe County, Illinois (October 20, 2009 - 1:29 PM)
Columbia Police Chief Joe Edwards wants to know why DCHS director Erwin McEwen has never showed up to discuss problems: http://bit.ly/2r8zcM Monroe County, Illinois (October 18, 2009 - 1:44 PM)
President Obama may put an end to a controversy near Columbia by bestowing an honor upon a man who lives in a caboose: http://bit.ly/4uBQ3N Monroe County, Illinois (October 16, 2009 - 8:27 PM)
Do you hear the rattling of chains? Our food prices, too, are in the cellar, and spooky low! Check us out: http://bit.ly/3DDebB Monroe County, Illinois (October 16, 2009 - 9:22 AM)
Ready Business-disaster planning seminar Nov. 9 U of I Extension-monroe.extension.uiuc.edu Monroe County, Illinois (October 14, 2009 - 4:18 PM)
Monroe/Randolph county emergency agencies will offer a free Nat. Weather Serv. Storm Spotter Class at County Annex on Oct. 20th., 6:30 p.m. Monroe County, Illinois (October 13, 2009 - 4:33 PM)
This Sat., Oct. 17th, Kiwanis Club of Columbia & local Boy Scouts host their annual Chili Cook Off at Weber Chevrolet: http://bit.ly/1N6Zl2 Monroe County, Illinois (October 13, 2009 - 11:38 AM)
Rooster Hill Farm & Gift Emporium, now open on Wetzler Rd. in Fults, offers unique shopping in a restored barn: http://bit.ly/1HsqIV Monroe County, Illinois (October 13, 2009 - 9:06 AM)
Turkey Day dinner/dance/raffle (35 turkeys) @ VFW in Waterloo next Sun., Oct. 18th; 11-1:30 @ $9 adults, $4.50 for kids 5-12, younger free Monroe County, Illinois (October 12, 2009 - 2:26 PM)
Annual Wurstmart & Country Store is Sun., Oct. 25th @ St. Patrick Church in Tipton with Mass @ 11, dinner from 12-4:30 Monroe County, Illinois (October 12, 2009 - 9:35 AM)
The picturesque Immaculate Conception Church of Madonnaville is equidistant from Waterloo, Valmeyer, and Maeystown: http://bit.ly/2urQqH Monroe County, Illinois (October 11, 2009 - 7:44 PM)
Witches Night Out on Oct. 15th, 4-8 p.m. in Waterloo: Back on the Rack, Clarks Country Oaks, Echoes of the Past, Mill St. Treasures Monroe County, Illinois (October 11, 2009 - 5:49 PM)
Did you know? The Great Flood of 1993 largely destroyed Valmeyer, which was rebuilt as a sustainable, model community: http://bit.ly/vn7ru Monroe County, Illinois (October 06, 2009 - 5:40 PM)
This Sunday 9 to 5 is Oktoberfest (craft, antique & food fair) in Maeystown, a picturesque 19th-Century German village: http://bit.ly/vfkFl Monroe County, Illinois (October 06, 2009 - 2:39 PM)
Michael Thornton opened his new gun store, Ammo Depot, on Saturday at 4249 Hanover Road, between Columbia and Waterloo: http://bit.ly/8u5Sb Monroe County, Illinois (October 05, 2009 - 11:07 PM)
Did you know? Regard for German transplant Friedrich Hecker (http://tiny.cc/nc1OH) sparked renaming the village of Freedom at incorporation. Monroe County, Illinois (October 04, 2009 - 7:33 PM)
Did you know? Columbia’s CPSI powers the Oklahoma State Department of Education, among others: http://vcasel.com/ Monroe County, Illinois (October 04, 2009 - 4:05 PM)
The City of Columbia hosts Festifall in Metter Park until 6 today, featuring Smash Band, YMCA bounce house and climbing wall, etc. Monroe County, Illinois (October 04, 2009 - 3:27 PM)
Columbia will host Festifall & Heritage Celebration on Sunday from 1 to 6 p.m. in Metter (Library) Park: http://bit.ly/346M1N Monroe County, Illinois (October 01, 2009 - 11:52 AM)
The SIUE Entrepreneurship Center has hours in Monroe Co. every 1st Thurs. Call Nora 618-939-8681 xt 309 for an appointment. Monroe County, Illinois (October 01, 2009 - 9:43 AM)
Columbia & Monroe County planning commissioners are attending the APA ISS training session tomorrow in Collinsville: http://bit.ly/1mzXhS Monroe County, Illinois (September 29, 2009 - 5:45 PM)
Columbia detectives Heine, Barlow receive honorable mention in national Top Police Officer of the Year awards: http://bit.ly/1MAhsY Monroe County, Illinois (September 29, 2009 - 9:02 AM)
Join your neighbors Thursday @ 5:30 p.m. for "grand re-opening" of Columbia Market @ 506 N. Main in Columbia: http://tiny.cc/NlN5U Monroe County, Illinois (September 28, 2009 - 3:45 PM)
The Waterloo Chamber of Commerce is preparing for the BIG Health Fair/Fall Fest happening, downtown Waterloo on 10/10 9-3 618-939-5300 Monroe County, Illinois (September 23, 2009 - 10:53 AM)