Area Breaking News
Madison County chairman stresses motorcycle awareness as summer comes on
By Randy Pierce • With spring and warmer weather marking a time of year when more motorcycle riders are on the streets and roads, Madison County Board Chairman Chris Slusser has issued a statement urging all motorists to recognize the need for safety and respectful treatment of others using two- (or in some cases three-)…
Read MoreMadison County Transit’s Muny Express returns for 2026 Season
Saturday evening service connects Madison County riders to Muny performances in Forest Park By Tribune Staff • Madison County Transit (MCT) is once again making it easy for residents to enjoy a night at The Muny in Forest Park without the hassle of driving and parking in St. Louis. The MCT Muny Express will provide…
Read MoreSolar team evaluates next step in wake of Madison County’s special-use permit denial
By Randy Pierce • In the aftermath of the defeat by the Madison County Board of a special-use permit request concerning a proposed solar energy facility near Glen Carbon last month, the team of individuals who sought it are evaluating what to do next. Keith Morel, project manager on behalf of a pair of limited…
Read MoreAldi in Highland construction update
Earthwork and grading have continued at the future side of Aldi in Highland as May segued into June.
Read MoreMaintaining 100% staffing level priority for Madison County State’s Attorney’s office
By Randy Pierce • Efforts to stay fully staffed in the office of Madison County State’s Attorney Tom Haine, a high priority for him, are supported by a new one-year subscription agreement with an area marketing business administering a recruitment campaign for this purpose. As approved by the county board judiciary committee recently, this $20,000…
Read MoreAutumn Crest in Highland construction update
Now that earthwork and grading as well as stormwater and sewer piping has been installed, carpenters have arrived to begin framing out the Autumn Crest units, starting in the rear of the property. These photos were taken on June 3 and 4 – Charles Bolinger, editor
Read MoreFirst Friday Fun in Troy on June 5
Knights advance to Super-Sectional behind Keller arm, Seipp bat
By Ray Popkess It might be fair to say that the best iterations of the Mississippi Valley Conference athletic seasons came near the league’s demise but what better way to go out than with a bang? Two MVC teams met for the Sectional Championship last weekend as Triad hosted the Mascoutah Indians for the…
Read MoreOne person dies after collision involving motorcycle, tractor-trailer on Route 4 at I-70
One person died June 9 on Route 4 just south of I-70, near Marine in Madison County after a motorcycle and tractor-trailer collided. According to Illinois State Troopers Ryan Wagand and Duane Chappell, the call came in at approximately 9:10 a.m. “Preliminary information indicates that ISP Troop 8 responded to the above location for the…
Read MoreTroy’s newest downtown restaurant opened June 9
Market and Main’s owners hope to add brunch, to-go orders later By Charles Bolinger Editor • Anticipation was high as Troy residents awaited the completion of the downtown area’s newest dining spot, Market and Main, which opened earlier this week. Co-owners Gina and Evan Buchholz, owners of Edwardsville’s Cleveland Heath restaurant, have been working behind…
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