Triad leaders learn about ‘swicy,’ other Generation Alpha food trends
By Charles Bolinger Editor Do you enjoy ‘swicy’ foods? The combination of sweet and spicy, in Generation Alpha parlance, is one of the trends that emerged from a meeting between Aramark and Triad School officials. Generation Alpha are usually acknowledged as those born between 2010 and 2024, following Generation Z. Two days before Halloween, Triad’s…
Read MoreMore than 51,000 deer harvested during first weekend of Illinois firearm deer season
SPRINGFIELD – Hunters in Illinois harvested a preliminary total of 51,409 deer during the first weekend of the Illinois firearm deer season between Nov. 21-23. Comparatively, hunters took 54,661 and 53,348 deer during the first firearm weekends in 2024 and 2023. Illinois’ seven-day firearm deer season will conclude December 4-7. Youth hunters with an unfilled,…
Read MoreTroy Police say shooting, armed robbery leads to 1 suspect dead, 1 in custody
By Charles Bolinger Editor • On Dec. 5, at approximately 1:12 a.m., Troy Police officers were approached by a gunshot victim at the Circle K gas station located at 536 Edwardsville Road, according to a press release from Chief Christopher M. Wasser. The victim reported he had arranged to meet a female subject he had…
Read MoreCollinsville’s proposed 2026 budget offers 5% increase in property tax levy
By Ray Popkess • A budget report highlighting a balanced budget for the city next year totaling $97,622,675 included a property tax levy increase by 5%. Last week’s city council meeting began with a public hearing on the proposed budget for the fiscal year ending Dec. 31, 2026. All $3,780,882 garnished by the city for…
Read MoreIDNR reminds hunters to be mindful of technology use in fields
By Tribune Staff SPRINGFIELD – As hunters prepare for the second firearm deer season of 2025 and additional hunting seasons, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) cautions everyone to be mindful of rules and best practices surrounding the use of technology in the field. This includes the use of drones for recovering wildlife, artificial…
Read MoreARCH 1 enhances emergency air medical service with new helicopter
New H145 brings increased safety, speed, care capacity to Granite City By Tribune Staff GRANITE CITY – The ARCH Air Medical base in Granite City introduced its new H145 aircraft on Monday, marking an important upgrade in its ability to deliver lifesaving care. A twin-engine aircraft known for its speed and efficiency, the helicopter replaces…
Read MoreClasses 5A-8A snowed out of IHSA football state finals
By Mark Jurgena The final IHSA fall sport is, well, almost over. Over the weekend, the football state championships were to be contested at Hancock Stadium in Normal on the campus of Illinois State University. The four smallest classes, 1A through 4A, played their games but the four largest classes had their contests postponed until…
Read MoreJoe’s Market Basket offers tips on choosing the best Christmas greenery
O’FALLON—Nothing marks the start of the Christmas season quite like going out with family and coming home with a real Christmas tree, filling the house with the distinctive smell of the holidays. Picking out a tree is a staple of the season for families around St. Louis and the Metro East and Joe’s Market Basket…
Read MoreKahok wrestlers begin seasons
By Mark Jurgena Another boys’ wrestling season is underway at Collinsville High School with 45 boys vying for spots on the mats for the Kahoks. They opened their season on Nov. 24 at Fletcher Gym. CHS beat Sparta 59-17 and Cahokia by a narrow 37-36 margin. “This is a great start to the season,” said…
Read MoreMCT ‘Holiday Bus’ returns to spread cheer in December
Free Rides in December Offered on MCT Bus Routes Selected at Random PONTOON BEACH – Holiday cheer is once again hitting the streets of Madison County as Madison County Transit’s (MCT) “Holiday Bus” rolls out for the 2025 season. The festive tradition offers surprise complimentary rides to passengers throughout December, reflecting MCT’s appreciation for the…
Read More