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Troy resident requests permission to add four hens to property

June 18, 2026

By Charles Bolinger Editor • Troy resident Jarrod Mayes has a fowl idea that may ruffle a few of his neighbors’ feathers; he requested a special-use permit to keep four hens on a two-acre parcel in the 400 block of Troy Avenue.  A public hearing on the matter took place on June 11 before the…

Troy officials provide data center update mid-way through moratorium

June 18, 2026

By Charles Bolinger Editor • With three months to go before Troy’s moratorium on data centers expires, city officials brought a major update to the city’s planning commission meeting on June 11. Tom Cissell, the city’s engineer, opened the meeting with a discussion item, a change to how any new industrial zoning project, including data…

Troy officials discuss raising sewer rates in 2027 to fund sewer treatment plant improvements

June 18, 2026

By Charles Bolinger Editor • Now that Troy officials have chosen which sewer upgrade plan to go with, the first one of five shown, for $4.7 million, the next step is to talk about funding it. While city officials have quietly been putting aside some monies in preparation for a new city sewer plant, they…

Developer returns to Troy for public hearing on proposed hotel for Edwardsville Road

June 18, 2026

By Charles Bolinger Editor • After an introductory meeting in mid-March to “test the waters” or “kick the tires” about building a three-story hotel in Troy, the developer returned on June 11 for a public hearing on the matter. This hearing was before Troy’s zoning hearing officer, Luke Behme (say beam). He requested that anyone…

Highland City Council approves several items

June 18, 2026

By Brittany Blackwell Reporter • Highland City Council approved several items on June 15 at city hall during its regular meeting.  The first highlight of the evening was a proclamation honoring the Silver Creek Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. The chapter donated a metal flag sculpture to the Louis Latzer Public Library…

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Troy resident requests permission to add four hens to property

June 18, 2026

Troy officials provide data center update mid-way through moratorium

June 18, 2026

Troy officials discuss raising sewer rates in 2027 to fund sewer treatment plant improvements

June 18, 2026

Area Sports

Knights earn 2nd Place at State, best finish in program history

June 16, 2026

Triad Boat places 11th at IHSA Bass Fishing Finals

June 10, 2026

Knights advance to Super-Sectional behind Keller arm, Seipp bat

June 9, 2026

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Collinsville PD recognizes Lt. Jeremias on his retirement after 28 years of service

May 19, 2026

By Randy Pierce Reporter • Retired Collinsville Police Department Lieutenant Wilbert “Bud” Jeremias has been recognized upon the conclusion of an illustrious law enforcement career that totaled 28 years. After serving in a patrol capacity in East St. Louis from 1998 to October 2005, Jeremias joined the Collinsville Police Department, first with similar responsibilities and,…

Miranda Williams competes at Skate Nashville 2026

April 22, 2026

By Stephanie Williams Weeks of early morning practice and dedication paid off for Miranda Williams at her first ice skating competition. Skate Nashville 2026 was held at the Metro Parks Ice Rink in Nashville, Tennessee this past weekend, April 16-19. Miranda competed in two events, receiving first and third in the B6 category. Williams is…

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