Maryville Board Meeting full of new projects; Jolene Henry to retire after 25 years
By Kathy Turner • The Wednesday, March 4 Maryville Board of Trustees meeting opened with a resignation. Village Clerk Jolene Henry officially submitted her retirement letter. Jolene will end her role as village clerk on March 31 after 25 years with the village. Immediately following the announcement, the board approved ordinances and resolutions that will…
Read MoreJohn R. Broadhurst, Jr.
June 3, 1950 – March 8, 2026 John Richards Broadhurst, Jr., 75, of Highland, IL, passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at home, surrounded by his family. Dear Family and Friends, It is with deep respect and love that we share the life and legacy of John Richards Broadhurst Jr. Born in Dalhart, Texas,…
Read MoreRichard T. Conley
September 22, 1940 – March 10, 2026 Richard “Dick” T. Conley, 85, of Maryville, IL, passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at his residence. He was born September 22, 1940, in Flora, IL, the son of the late Richard and Kathryn (née Quinn) Conley. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by…
Read MoreJoshua Aaron Davis
Joshua Aaron Davis, 38, a devoted husband, father, accomplished engineer and lover of Jesus, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in O’Fallon. Josh is survived by his beloved wife, Allie Sehr Davis, and his children, Roland, Grace, Miriam (Mimi), and Baby Davis. He is also survived by his loving…
Read MoreMaryville focused on its future, poised for growth with new Town Center Development
By Tribune Staff • The Village of Maryville announces a premier development opportunity at Maryville Town Center along the Interstate 55-70 corridor. This significant development is a mixed-use development located at the highly visible Interstate 55-70 and Illinois Route 159 interchange. “This project represents the future of Maryville,” said Mayor Wayne White. “I am incredibly…
Read MoreLocal grease company highlights vital resource during national groundwater awareness week
National Groundwater Awareness Week is March 8-14 The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates 200 million gallons of used cooking oil are dumped on the ground, poured in trash cans or poured down the drain every single year. This grease can leak into the local environment, wreaking havoc on the land, including the water supply. During…
Read MoreHighland to replace multiple water mains downtown, in El-Kay Meadows beginning March 12
According to information posted on the City of Highland’s website, Highland officials would like to inform residents that they are beginning a project to replace several water mains that have experienced multiple service breaks. To complete this work, the city has contracted with Haier Plumbing and Heating to install new water mains along the following…
Read MoreSwansea man accused of robbing credit union
A man appeared in federal court Wednesday to face a federal charge for allegedly robbing a credit union in Swansea. Deondre E. Jones, 55, is facing one count of bank robbery. “Thanks to a strong, coordinated response by law enforcement, this defendant’s attempt to rob the credit union ended almost as quickly as it began,”…
Read MoreSenator Erica Harriss Introduces bill to Create Illinois Pediatric Cancer Fund
State Senator Erica Harriss (56th–Glen Carbon) has introduced legislation aimed at strengthening research efforts to help fight childhood cancer and improve outcomes for young patients across Illinois. Senate Bill 3954 would create the Illinois Pediatric Cancer Fund, a special fund within the State Treasury Department dedicated to supporting research, prevention, and treatment efforts related to…
Read MoreMarine plans on rezoning swath of West Division Street; residents’ water bills may rise
By Bruce Darnell • During its March 4 meeting, the Marine Board of Trustees discussed their plans to rezone properties between Stop-N-Go and Grandview Senior Residences, putting funds from a Park Enhancement Program grant toward new park equipment and increasing water bills if the Illinois Rural Water Association’s application for an 18% increase in water…
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