2026 Alma Irene Aitch Scholarship Recipients named
By Tribune Staff • The Madison County Regional Superintendent, Dr. Robert W. Werden, along with Mr. Mannie Jackson and Dr. Ed Hightower, are pleased to announce the winners of the Alma Irene Aitch Scholarship for Madison County, Illinois high school seniors. This award is given in the amount of $1,000 to 11 graduating seniors from…
Read MoreMaryville Fire Department to buy chest compression device with Firehouse Subs Foundation grant funds
By Tribune Staff • As first responders continue serving The Village of Maryville, it is essential that Maryville Fire Department has the tools needed to respond effectively in emergencies. The Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation® has recognized this need and recently awarded the department a $19,508 grant to purchase a LUCAS 3 Chest Compression System. …
Read MoreBudzinski, Fischbach introduce bipartisan legislation to bolster biomanufacturing
By Tribune Staff • Earlier in April, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) and Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach (MN-07) introduced the Biobased Materials Investment and Production Act to strengthen the domestic supply chain and create new markets for American farmers by incentivizing the production of biobased chemicals and materials. While the United States has made significant strides in…
Read MoreMultiple people shot in Centralia on April 19
On April 19, 2026, at approximately 5:01 p.m., the Centralia Police Department responded to the 900 block of Kell Street in Centralia, in reference to a shooting, said Illinois State Trooper Genelle Jones. “Centralia Police Department requested ISP Zone 8 investigations to conduct the shooting investigation,” Jones said. “A 19-year-old male was transported to an…
Read MoreGirl Scouts of Southern Illinois recognizes top cookie sellers for 2026
By Tribune Staff • Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois (GSofSI) would like to congratulate the Top Cookie Sellers from the annual Girl Scout Cookie Program for 2026. Girl Scouts made door-to-door sales, hosted cookie booths and even made online sales to friends and family near and far. GSofSI would like to recognize the girls who…
Read MoreIllinois State Police break ground on new canine training facility
PAWNEE – The Illinois State Police (ISP) and Capital Development Board (CDB) today broke ground on a new canine training complex. The $8.9 million state investment consists of two new buildings, including upgraded kennels, training areas, and office space. “Here in Illinois, we’re proud to support our State Police as they take innovative…
Read MoreStuart-Backed bill regulating low-speed electric bicycles passes house
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, helped pass a bill allowing state entities to prohibit the use of low-speed electronic bicycles on any path within state jurisdiction, prioritizing the safety of both pedestrians and manual cyclists. “On a nice spring day, I love to go for a walk around our community. It’s good…
Read MoreHelping families beat the heat: free AC units for low-income households
EDWARDSVILLE — As temperatures begin to rise, Madison County Community Development is aiding vulnerable residents a way to stay safe and cool. Through its Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) program, the department will provide free window air conditioning units to qualifying low-income households that include elderly residents, individuals with certain medical conditions, or families with young children.…
Read MoreSummer 2026 High School Healthcare Bootcamps coming to HSHS hospitals in Breese, Greenville, Highland, O’Fallon
Applications due May 2 • High school students interested in a career in health care are invited to apply for the Summer 2026 High School Healthcare Bootcamps at HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in O’Fallon, HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital in Breese, HSHS Holy Family Hospital in Greenville and HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital in Highland. The bootcamps…
Read MoreU.S. planting intentions: less corn, more soybeans
By RHIANNON BRANCH FarmWeek • U.S. farmers intend to plant 95.3 million acres of corn in 2026, down 3% from last year, and 84.7 million acres of soybeans, up 4% from last year, according to USDA’s prospective plantings report released March 31. “The survey suggested corn acres would be switching to soybeans in the season…
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