Budzinski, Bergman, Pappas lead letter demanding USPS reverse postmark rule
By Tribune Staff • WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Jan. 30, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13), Congressman Jack Bergman (MI-01), and Congressman Chris Pappas (NH-01) Co-Chairs of the Congressional Postal Service Caucus, led eight Members of Congress in a letter to Postmaster General David P. Steiner, demanding that he reverse a new policy in which a postmark…
Read MoreTri-Township Library eliminates literacy barrier: free library cards available for all Triad School District students
By Tribune Staff • The Tri-Township Public Library and its board of trustees are proud to announce a landmark update to its membership policy. Following a unanimous vote during the board meeting on Jan. 27, the library has officially approved the expanded Cards for Kids Act. This initiative ensures that every child between the ages…
Read MoreAnother 21st Century Madison County idea: smart text messaging
By Tribune Staff • Madison County Clerk’s and Recorder’s offices introduced TextMyGov, a convenient and smart text messaging service. It will enable residents to effortlessly receive important notifications and easily find specific information by texting the county directly. The new system launched today. Residents may receive a short message from 80946 from us initiating the…
Read MoreFairview Heights Police Officer Muennich honored at SILEC/SPICA event
by Randy Pierce • For her bravery, courage, restraint and extraordinary teamwork, Molly Muennich of Troy is one of five Fairview Heights Police Department officers who have been presented with medals of valor from the region’s premier law enforcement support and advocacy organizations. Recognized at an annual event hosted jointly by the Southwestern Illinois Law…
Read MoreFull closure of Illinois 157, Illinois 162 intersection begins Feb. 26
Updated on Feb. 10 at 08:42 a.m. GLEN CARBON – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced a full closure of the intersection of Illinois 157 and Illinois 162 in Madison County starting, weather permitting, at 7 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 26. During the closure, traffic will not be permitted on Illinois 157 and Illinois 162…
Read MoreIllinois State Police arrest Kansas man after multiple vehicles shot in St. Clair County
MARISSA – Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Criminal Investigation Zone 6 Special Agents arrested 33-year-old Drew D. Smading of Wichita, Kansas after a cross-county pursuit involving multiple vehicles being shot at. On Feb. 6, 2026, at approximately 3:50 p.m., a 9-1-1 call was received alerting police that a suspect in a Volkswagen SUV reportedly…
Read MoreTriad School Board approves assorted contracts
By Charles Bolinger Editor• A variety of contracts received approval at the Jan. 26 Triad School Board meeting. First, there was an intergovernmental agreement between Triad and the Tri-Township Public Library enacted so that the library can give financial support for the Dolly Parton Imagination Library Project. As a district, we are appreciative of the…
Read MoreHelp HSHS Home Care collect items for area food pantries, programs
O’FALLON — In recognition of February being National Canned Food Month, HSHS Home Care is holding its annual “Cram the Car” food drive this month for local organizations to help those struggling with food insecurity. “Cram the Car inspires me every year when I see how our neighbors, friends and colleagues come together to care…
Read MoreSenator Harriss announces spring internship opportunities
By Tribune Staff • EDWARDSVILLE – State Senator Erica Harriss (56th– Glen Carbon) is now accepting applications for paid spring legislative internships at her district office in Edwardsville. The program offers undergraduate students interested in government, public policy or public affairs a hands-on opportunity to gain real-world experience serving the community. “Our interns play an…
Read MoreMadison County awards weatherization contracts
by Randy Pierce • So that low-income residents with high energy bills can have support to pay these sorts of expenses, the Madison County Board has awarded contracts to eight providers of necessary services and materials. A resolution passed by the county board at its most recent meeting designates the local and nationwide heating, ventilation…
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