Rockhurst University announces Spring 2026 Dean’s List
By Tribune Staff • Rockhurst University has announced the dean’s list for the spring 2026 semester. This honor recognizes students who have achieved a grade-point average of 3.5 or above. Rockhurst University, founded in 1910 and located in the heart of Kansas City, Missouri, is a Catholic university in the Jesuit tradition committed to providing…
Read MoreTriad’s new mathematics curriculum update
By Charles Bolinger Editor • Triad officially launched the Reveal Math pilot with a virtual training session on the afternoon of June 2, as Amy Van Hoose told the superintendent and board on June 22. She is the district’s director of K-8 curriculum and financial projects. “During this kickoff session, teachers were introduced to the…
Read MoreJune 2026 donations to Triad School District
By Charles Bolinger Editor • The Triad School Board approved several donations at its June 22 board meeting. At Triad High School, the St. Jacob United Church of Christ Strawberry Festival donated $50 to the art club. Immaculate Concrete gave $500 to the school’s bass fishing team Alan Krauss donated $100 to the Triad baseball…
Read MoreTriad School District maintenance projects in high gear as summer arrives
By Charles Bolinger Editor • Now that district students and most of the faculty are out of the buildings for summer break, maintenance projects have shifted into high gear, as described by Brian Mattingly, Triad’s director of facilities at the district’s June 22 board meeting. At Triad High School, the following work happened: All-Purpose Erectors…
Read MoreTroy Community Band to celebrate America’s 250 on June 27
By Tribune Staff • The Troy Community Band will celebrate America 250 with their upcoming concert, “A Musical Tour Through American History” on Saturday, June 27 at 7 p.m. at St Paul’s Lutheran Church School on 112 N. Border St. The performance marks the second concert with the band’s new director, Dennis Meyer of Godfrey,…
Read MoreAmerica’s 250th: Metro East communities to make history from economic opportunity
By MELISSA CROCKETT MESKE Managing Editor, Illinois Business Journal [email protected] As the nation prepares to commemorate its 250th birthday in 2026, communities across Illinois are looking beyond parades and fireworks, viewing the historic milestone as an opportunity to boost tourism, revitalize downtown districts and strengthen local economies. Economic development officials, tourism leaders and business organizations…
Read MoreMadison County Dep. Sheriff Pulido graduated from FBI Academy
By Tribune Staff • The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce that Chief Deputy Sheriff Marcos D. Pulido has graduated from the prestigious FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia, joining an elite group of law enforcement leaders from around the world. Chief Pulido was among 255 law enforcement officers who graduated from the…
Read MoreDon’t Skip the Pit Stop: prioritize preventive care during Men’s Health Month
HSHS and World Wide Technology Raceway partnering to raise awareness By Tribune Staff • As the official medical care provider of World Wide Technology Raceway, HSHS is encouraging men to make preventive health care a priority during Men’s Health Month by staying up to date on routine checkups and screenings. Just like a race team…
Read MoreGlen Carbon’s STAR Bond Project could mean big changes to village’s western flank
By Kathy Turner • Changes could be coming to the western side of Glen Carbon should its STAR and NOVA district projects move forward. Notified in May about approval, the village will now wait for the next steps. In April, trustees approved a resolution to sign a master development agreement with Destination Illinois, LLC. That…
Read MoreMaryville board strengthens ordinance on dangerous trees
By Kathy Turner • The Maryville board on Wednesday, June 17 approved an amendment to the village ordinance regulating trees and shrubs in the village. The amendment will allow the zoning department to notify residents of trees that are considered dangerous or at risk of causing damage. This will include trees encroaching on neighboring properties…
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