Glen Carbon approved for establishment of STAR Bond District, NOVA District designation
By Tribune Staff • Following Governor JB Pritzker’s signing of the Statewide Innovation Development and Economy (STAR Bond) Act, the Village of Glen Carbon formally notified the State of Illinois of its intent to pursue the establishment of a STAR Bond District. The designation expands the village’s economic development toolkit and creates opportunities to thoughtfully…
Read MoreState Senator Jason Plummer to Host America’s 250th Birthday Art Contest for Students
By Tribune Staff • In honor of America’s 250th birthday and in support of the arts in Illinois schools, State Senator Jason Plummer (R-Edwardsville) is inviting 1st through 8th grade students from schools throughout the 55th Senate District to participate in a special student art contest. The contest gives young artists an opportunity to showcase…
Read MoreHighland Jaycees host annual Schweizerfest June 12-14
By Tribune Staff • The Highland Jaycees will host the annual Schweizerfest, June 12-14 at Highland’s Town Square. The event runs Friday evening from five until midnight, Saturday from 11 a.m. to midnight and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The event will kick off Friday with food and beer vendors opening around 5…
Read MoreIllinois spring turkey hunters harvest record number of wild turkeys
By Tribune Staff • Illinois hunters harvested a preliminary record total of 20,821 wild turkeys during the 2026 spring turkey season, surpassing the previous record of 18,189 birds harvested in 2025. The top counties for turkey harvest during the 2026 season were Jefferson and Jo Daviess counties, tied with 646 birds harvested; followed by Marion,…
Read MoreHeidelberg of Troy earns CMU Dean’s List placement
By Tribune Staff • The office of Central Methodist University Provost Rita Gulstad announced recently the students included on the Spring 2026 Dean’s List. More than 1200 students across all campuses and online learning met the requirements for placement, including a grade point average of 3.50 or higher for the semester. Ellie Ann Heidelberg ,…
Read More2026 Agriculture Scholars celebrated at Farm Credit Illinois Luncheon
30 high school seniors receive $2,500 to pursue ag careers By Rachel Hartman • A total of $75,000 of scholarships were awarded to 30 Illinois high school seniors. Each scholar receives $2,500 from FCI to pursue a degree within the field of agriculture. Twenty-five of the students attended the recognition program. This marks the 22nd…
Read MoreAn unforgettable May afternoon at Royal Oak Ranch in Troy
Residents of The Fountains of West County experience beauty, elegance of Paso Fino Horses By Debi Kuhl • On a beautiful May afternoon beneath bright blue skies, residents of The Fountains of West County from Ellisville, Missouri, enjoyed a memorable visit to Royal Oak Ranch in Troy, Illinois, owned and operated by Rick and Janice…
Read MoreTriad High School Job Fair connects students with local career opportunities
The Troy/Maryville/St. Jacob/Marine Chamber of Commerce recently hosted the Triad High School Job Fair, bringing together local employers, resource organizations, and Triad High School students for a valuable opportunity to explore careers, employment opportunities, internships, and apprenticeships. Held at Triad High School, the event welcomed students ages 15–18 and provided direct access to employers representing…
Read MoreTriad Middle School 4Q Honor Roll for 2026-2026
6th Grade Alldredge, Brody Steven Allison, Drew Edward Amburgey, Layla Meredith Anderson, Asher James Anderson, Isabella Kate Anderson, Kynlee Layne Baka, Rylee Anne Baker, Hailey Addison Baldus, Keegan Storm Bancroft, Leonard Roxas Baquet, Madelyn Dominica Barackman, Garrett Watson Barton, Alexis Jewel Barton, McKenna Kylie Basciano, Lance Christopher Batson, Easton Paul Beaty-Zinda, Tiegan Arlene Becker, Andrew…
Read MoreGovernor Pritzker announces $5 million available for tourism grant programs
Eligible entities can now apply for funding through the Route 66, International Tourism, Tourism Marketing Partnership grant programs CHICAGO – On May 26, Governor J.B. Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced $5 million is available in tourism funding through three grant programs: the Route 66 Grant Program ($2 million),…
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