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Developer returns to Troy for public hearing on proposed hotel for Edwardsville Road
By Charles Bolinger Editor • After an introductory meeting in mid-March to “test the waters” or “kick the tires” about building a three-story hotel in Troy, the developer returned on June 11 for a public hearing on the matter. This hearing was before Troy’s zoning hearing officer, Luke Behme (say beam). He requested that anyone…
Read MoreHighland City Council approves several items
By Brittany Blackwell Reporter • Highland City Council approved several items on June 15 at city hall during its regular meeting. The first highlight of the evening was a proclamation honoring the Silver Creek Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. The chapter donated a metal flag sculpture to the Louis Latzer Public Library…
Read MoreAldi store moving forward in Highland, expected to open by year’s end
By Brittany Blackwell Reporter • Construction is progressing on Aldi’s first Highland location, which will offer a new grocery option, create jobs and support ongoing commercial growth in the community. While an exact grand opening date has not yet been announced, officials said the Highland store remains on track to open before the end of…
Read MoreTriad Schools’ summer facility upgrades on track for completion by Aug. 13
By Charles Bolinger Editor • The Triad School District hosted a facilities meeting on June 8, where Brian Mattingly, the director of facilities, gave the facilities committee an update on where his department’s work stands now that the students and staff members are on break for the summer. All of the projects listed below should…
Read MoreJune is National Homeownership Month
By Tribune Staff • June is National Homeownership Month, and the Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA), the state’s leading financier of affordable housing developments and homebuyer down payment assistance, is reminding residents about the tools and resources available to achieve the dream of homeownership in Illinois. “Many aspiring buyers worry the opportunity to own a home…
Read MoreGlen Carbon Board approves shared-use path agreement along Route 157
Trustee complains Edwardsville not sharing enough of project costs By Kathy Turner • The Glen Carbon Board approved an agreement between the village, Madison County Transit District and the City of Edwardsville on June 9 to construct a shared-use path on Route 157. The project will provide a bike and walking path from the Meridian…
Read MoreFamily Fun Awaits at 2026 ‘Glentennial’ Homecoming in Glen Carbon June 19, 20
By Kathy Turner • This Friday and Saturday night, will see Glen Carbon hosting its 100th Annual homecoming. The event opens at 5 p.m. on Friday and will include food, carnival rides, beverages and entertainment. Music on Friday will feature the Well Hungarians at 7 p.m. Carnival rides will fill the park for the children…
Read MoreLarge swath of Glen Carbon without electricity on June 17
By Tribune Staff • According to the Glen Carbon Police Department’s Facebook page, a sizable chunk of the village has no electricity. “We are aware the traffic lights are blacked out at several high traffic locations and stores,” read a posted statement. “Please take your time and treat blacked out intersections as four-way stops. We…
Read MoreMaryville takes first step to establish bicycle, pedestrian master plan
By Kathy Turner • Community surveys, a volunteer committee, village board members, village employees and engineers from Juneau and Associates all pulled together over the past months to present what is a first step in developing a bicycle and pedestrian master plan for the Maryville community. With approval of the resolution, the plans will be…
Read MoreJuneteenth parade, festival returns to Collinsville
By Randy Pierce • Collinsville High School’s Black Student Union is hosting its sixth annual Juneteenth parade on Main Street, beginning at 11 a.m. this Friday, June 19, and festival to follow at the Press House, 113 East Clay Street. Festival activities, beginning at noon, include live music, vendors, crafts, games, food and more. Recognizing…
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