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135th Continental Congress of DAR convenes in Washington DC as America marks its 250th Anniversary

June 28, 2026

By Tribune Staff • WASHINGTON, DC – Nearly 5,000 members of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) are convening this week in the nation’s capital for the 135th Continental Congress, the longstanding service organization’s annual meeting. The week-long convention includes business sessions, committee meetings, service projects, and social functions, all topped off with formal evening…

University of Maryland honors Saint Jacob student with Student Insight Council Volunteer Award

June 28, 2026

By Tribune Staff • During the 2025-26 academic year, University of Maryland Global Campus recognized Barbara Peterson of Saint Jacob for service on the Student Insight Council. Volunteers play a vital role in shaping the UMGC experience by providing feedback that helps create a stronger future for the university community. University of Maryland Global Campus…

Educators explore Ag Coast of America, career pathways in logistics, aviation

June 27, 2026

Immersive experiences during FreightWeekSTL highlight multimodal freight network and expanding career opportunities By Tribune Staff  The St. Louis Regional Freightway hosted a riverboat cruise on June 11 as part of FreightWeekSTL 2026, offering educators and other industry leaders an up-close look at the Ag Coast of America and the multimodal infrastructure that supports the region’s…

Troy woman cited for driving while drunk; police found 58 empty alcohol containers

June 27, 2026

By Charles Bolinger Editor • According to Troy Police Ofc. Travis Wilson’s official incident field report, on June 12 he was behind a black 2011 Ford Escape SUV on westbound Edwardsville Road.  While driving behind it, he noted that it crossed the white fog line with both passenger-side tires before stopping past the stop line…

Highland School Board reviews potential districtwide projects

June 27, 2026

By Brittany Blackwell Reporter • The Highland School District Board of Education reviewed a series of potential facility improvement projects during its June 22 meeting. While one project did receive a unanimous vote, Superintendent Mike Sutton clarified that these projects are not formal recommendations. Instead, he presented cost estimates for districtwide needs previously discussed by…

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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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