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Residents who live along Bouse Road encouraged to attend public meeting in July

June 12, 2026

Charles Bolinger Editor • As part of Troy’s efforts to convert area oil-’n-chip roads into concrete streets with new sidewalks or shared-use paths, curbs and gutters, Bouse Road has figured into the city’s plans for a while now. Troy’s City Engineer, Tom Cissell, gave details. The roadwork has two phases. The first phase will go…

The Bakery keeps busy with new location in Marine 

June 12, 2026

By Bruce Darnell • Located at 101 E. Alton St., The Bakery has turned from a local pop-up dessert shop to a fully-run business providing sweets of all sorts. Jessica Kutz, who co-owns the business with her husband, said they opened during the first weekend of May, forgetting the exact day. But when you see…

Overcoming years of adversity leads St. Jacob single mother to Pennsylvania State University

June 12, 2026

By Bruce Darnell • Ariel Schellenger, 35, started school at Southwestern Illinois College in 2009. She never finished, and in the years since has had two children. But, after a series of personal struggles, she started working on improving her situation. Last year she went back to school at Bryant & Stratton College, and less…

Lane closures on I-270 in Madison County June 15, 16

June 12, 2026

By Tribune Staff • The Illinois Department of Transportation announced on June 12 that intermittent daytime lane closures will take place on Interstate 270 between Illinois 111 and Interstate 55 in Madison County on Monday, June 15, and Tuesday, June 16, weather permitting. The lane closures are necessary for the evaluation of pavement conditions. Motorists…

Weekend eastbound I-64 lane closure between Illinois 157, Illinois 159 in St. Clair County

June 12, 2026

By Tribune Staff • The Illinois Department of Transportation announced on June 12 a weekend lane closure on eastbound Interstate 64 between Illinois 157 and Illinois 159 in St. Clair County. Beginning at 9 p.m. Friday, June 12, eastbound I-64 traffic will be reduced to one lane. Two lanes will reopen by 7 a.m. Monday,…

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Residents who live along Bouse Road encouraged to attend public meeting in July

June 12, 2026

The Bakery keeps busy with new location in Marine 

June 12, 2026

Overcoming years of adversity leads St. Jacob single mother to Pennsylvania State University

June 12, 2026

Area Sports

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

Triad Girls Track & Field claim State Championship

June 1, 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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