Take a peek at new Illinois laws taking effect Jan. 1
Beginning Jan. 1, 2026, a raft of new laws begin in Illinois. Below is a summary of many of them: Health and Wellness HB 1910: Requires all Illinois libraries to stock opioid antagonists and ensures trained staff are present. HB 2363: Bans certain compact fluorescent lamps beginning in 2026. HB 2385: Requires insurance cover medically…
Read MoreAHA claims heart attack deaths tend to spike during Christmas, New Year’s
The American Heart Association urges people to be aware of and reduce risks for deadly ‘holiday heart attacks’ ILLINOIS — The winter holidays can turn deadly as research shows that more people die from heart attacks during the last week of December than at any other time of the year. While being aware of the…
Read MoreKahoks Class of 1955 holds 70th Class Reunion
The Collinsville High School Class of 1955 held its 70th reunion on Oct. 4 at the Sunset Hill Country Club. Twenty-six classmates attended, with some traveling from as far as Arizona, Colorado, Tennessee and Virginia to join the celebration. It was a warm and lively gathering filled with memories, laughter and stories from decades past.…
Read MoreIllinois Department of Revenue shares holiday shopping online safety tips
CHICAGO – As the holiday shopping season begins, the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) is urging residents to stay alert when shopping online and to take simple steps to protect themselves from fraud and identity theft. With more Illinoisans shopping online each year, the threat of cybercrime continues to grow. “This is one of the…
Read MoreSalger’s Ostrich Products ‘meats’ need with red meat alternative
By KIM HILL Illinois Farm Bureau Partners Salger’s Ostrich Products in Illinois offers a red meat alternative, meeting a need within growing market demand. When people are encouraged to try an unfamiliar meat, the person offering the new protein often says, “It tastes just like chicken.” But Paul Mollet won’t ever say that. He chuckles…
Read MoreCasey Chlebek: Florida shows Illinois way forward on property tax abolition
As DeSantis Pushes 2026 Ballot Initiative, Illinois Senate Candidate Says ‘If Florida Can Do It, So Can We’ PARK RIDGE – As Florida Governor Ron DeSantis advances his proposal to eliminate property taxes on primary residences through a 2026 ballot initiative, Republican U.S. Senate candidate Casey Chlebek says Illinois leaders have run out of excuses…
Read MoreIHSA football finishes fall season
By Mark Jurgena Thanksgiving weekend saw snow for many of us and a postponement of the four largest classes of IHSA state championship football games. Due to the weather, Illinois State University closed its campus for Nov. 29, which forced the IHSA to cancel the Class 5A-8A title games. The state association ended up playing…
Read MoreTriad HS November 2025 Excellence Award winners
“Each month, teachers in each respective department at THS nominate a student who demonstrates excellent character, achievement, and attitude within their discipline. They each receive an Award of Excellence plaque. Generous support for this honor is provided by Alfonzo’s Pizzeria in Troy and Everlasting Etch in Highland. Their pictures will be prominently displayed in the…
Read MoreAs America Approaches 250: Maryville flourished then fell during the early 1900s
By Kathy Turner • The early 1900s saw Maryville grow as a community. With growth, came development of businesses and industry. Nineteen nineteen saw the opening of a grocery store by Anton Leone in what is now the Antique Mall. He owned a bakery prior to this on Donk Street. The miners also got together…
Read MoreTriad’s app keeps important school information in one place for students, parents
By Charles Bolinger Editor If you’re a Triad student, you may check it every day. If you’re a Triad parent, you may check it more often than that. “It” is the Triad School District’s mobile application. “The app was part of the package we purchased from Apptegy to streamline our communication process,” said Director of…
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