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Team looking to tap underground ‘thermal batteries’ to cool AI data centers, save water

July 9, 2026

By Tribune Staff • Aquifer-based geothermal systems, known as aquifer thermal energy storage, could help ease the environmental stress stemming from artificial intelligence data centers in the United States. Researchers at the Prairie Research Institute at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign are proposing a new way to keep those facilities cool by using the naturally…

Three Brothers Masonic Golf Scramble needs golfers, donations

July 9, 2026

By Brittany Blackwell Reporter • The Fourth Annual Three Brothers Masonic Golf Scramble is approaching and golfers and donations are needed to support children in need. According to Brett Leman of the Highland Masonic Lodge and Ainad Shrine Temple, proceeds will benefit Shriners Hospitals for Children of St. Louis, which offers comprehensive care through specialized…

1951 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup Truck: when trucks were trucks

July 9, 2026

By Charles Bolinger Editor • The wait for new trucks after World War II ended was filled with as much anticipation and fervor or more than for new post-war cars. Who wanted new trucks? Farmers, over-the-road haulers and almost any company you could think of in 1946. By then, thanks to no appreciable civilian supplies,…

Highland’s pickleball courts opened July 6

July 9, 2026

Retired Highland dentist Byron Barker returned to a familiar place on July 6, the first day of open play at Highland’s new pickleball courts in Spindler Park. Barker said he played on the original tennis courts during the ‘70s while attending Highland High School, logging “hundreds and hundreds of hours” on the courts. A former…

St. Jacob teen charged with reckless driving, eluding Troy Police

July 9, 2026

Pursuit reached 120 mph with 2-year-old in suspect’s back seat By Charles Bolinger Editor • Hunter Stewart, 19, of St. Jacob led Troy Police Sgt. Jessica Callahan on a merry chase on June 30 at 10:15 p.m., according to her official incident field report. “I was on stationary patrol in the 200 block of East…

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COUNTRY Financial Teacher Spotlight: Kris Kleeman, Triad High School

June 30, 2026

The IHSA & COUNTRY Financial are teaming up to recognize the efforts of educators and coaches/advisors who go beyond the call of duty to positively impact the lives of Illinois high school students inside and outside of the classroom. Kris Kleeman, who serves as a teacher and coach at Triad High School in Troy, is…

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,…

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