Ameren reminds customers to use caution with ladders, lifts near power lines this spring
Look up to identify all overhead power lines before beginning any project By Tribune Staff • As spring projects get underway, Ameren is reminding customers to take extra precautions when using ladders, scissor lifts or other equipment near overhead power lines. Each year in the United States, ladder related incidents lead to more than 100…
Read MoreIllinois Department of Agriculture to offer free recycling program for agrichemical containers
By Tribune Staff • The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) encourages farmers and agrichemical facilities to take part in a free agrichemical container recycling program. Beginning in the middle of July and continuing into August, sites throughout the state will collect containers that are recycled to make shipping pallets. “Each year, this program gives farmers…
Read MoreTroy talks about solar power for sewer treatment plant
By Charles Bolinger Editor • During a May 4 finance and economic development committee meeting, Troy’s City Administrator, Jay Keeven, introduced some ideas for adding a solar array to the city’s wastewater treatment plant, which would be separate from the planned upgrade that is coming. No vote was taken on the issue. “I’ve spoken with…
Read MoreAs spring sets in IDNR issues reminder to avoid handling wild animals, birds
By Tribune Staff • As the weather warms up and more people head outside, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is reminding everyone to leave young birds and other animals alone when they encounter them in the wild. Well-intentioned people may believe they’re helping nature by taking possession of young rabbits, fawn deer, baby…
Read MoreNew space, familiar purpose: Myrtle & Grace owner relocates dream business to Highland Square
By Brittany Blackwell Reporter • For Maria Geppert, opening her boutique business in Highland was never just about retail. Her goal is to build a space that feels personal and welcoming — a place where each customer can slow down, find meaningful gifts and have good conversations, embodying Myrtle & Grace’s central mission of thoughtful…
Read MoreSomewhere between 6, 80
By Columnist Ariel Schellenger • I suppose this is my official application for the sewing circle. I just didn’t realize I was applying until I was already halfway in. Somewhere between raising a six-year-old boy, driving around town like I’m unofficially monitoring local activity and having strong opinions about stop signs… I’ve landed in a…
Read MoreHighland School District classrooms to see interactive learning refresh with new SMART boards
By Brittany Blackwell Reporter • Highland School District will equip classrooms with new interactive boards this summer to continue energizing hands-on learning and boosting instructional quality. The Highland School Board of Education approved purchasing 110 boards for $322,863 through the education fund at its May 4 rescheduled meeting. The purchase includes two warranties totaling seven…
Read MoreSwain appointed to Highland’s planning, zoning board
By Brittany Blackwell Reporter • Highland native Charles Swain has been appointed to the city’s combined planning and zoning board. The 46-year-old calls Southern Illinois home. He moved back to Highland in 2022 to be closer to family after living in California and Nebraska. The appointment fills a vacancy due to the resignation of longtime…
Read MoreMaryville approves preliminary plan for McDonald’s franchise
By Kathy Turner Freelance reporter It won’t be long before you can roll up to the newest drive-through in Maryville and have employees possibly ask, “Would you like fries with that?” The Maryville Village Board on Wednesday, May 6 approved the preliminary development plans for the building of a McDonald’s restaurant in the village. The…
Read MoreU.S. Attorney’s Office observes National Police Week
By Tribune Staff • In observance of National Police Week, U.S. Attorney Steven D. Weinhoeft and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Illinois recognize the courage and dedication of local, state and federal law enforcement partners and honor the officers who have fallen in the line of duty. National Police Week is…
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