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Troy talks about solar power for sewer treatment plant

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By Charles Bolinger Editor • During a May 4 finance and economic development committee meeting, Troy’s City Administrator, Jay Keeven, introduced some ideas for adding a solar array to the city’s wastewater treatment plant, which would be separate from the planned upgrade that is coming. No vote was taken on the issue. “I’ve spoken with…

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As spring sets in IDNR issues reminder to avoid handling wild animals, birds

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By Tribune Staff • As the weather warms up and more people head outside, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is reminding everyone to leave young birds and other animals alone when they encounter them in the wild. Well-intentioned people may believe they’re helping nature by taking possession of young rabbits, fawn deer, baby…

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Eleven Seniors help Lady Knights to 11th win

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Triad seniors on the girls’ soccer team had their shining moment on Thursday, May 7 when they took on the Jersey Lady Panthers in their final home match of the season. Eleven seniors and their families were honored prior to kickoff and all 11 of them had the chance to take the field together despite…

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Somewhere between 6, 80

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By Columnist Ariel Schellenger • I suppose this is my official application for the sewing circle. I just didn’t realize I was applying until I was already halfway in. Somewhere between raising a six-year-old boy, driving around town like I’m unofficially monitoring local activity and having strong opinions about stop signs… I’ve landed in a…

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Highland School District classrooms to see interactive learning refresh with new SMART boards

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By Brittany Blackwell Reporter • Highland School District will equip classrooms with new interactive boards this summer to continue energizing hands-on learning and boosting instructional quality. The Highland School Board of Education approved purchasing 110 boards for $322,863 through the education fund at its May 4 rescheduled meeting. The purchase includes two warranties totaling seven…

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Swain appointed to Highland’s planning, zoning board

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By Brittany Blackwell Reporter • Highland native Charles Swain has been appointed to the city’s combined planning and zoning board. The 46-year-old calls Southern Illinois home. He moved back to Highland in 2022 to be closer to family after living in California and Nebraska. The appointment fills a vacancy due to the resignation of longtime…

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Maryville approves preliminary plan for McDonald’s franchise

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By Kathy Turner Freelance reporter It won’t be long before you can roll up to the newest drive-through in Maryville and have employees possibly ask, “Would you like fries with that?” The Maryville Village Board on Wednesday, May 6 approved the preliminary development plans for the building of a McDonald’s restaurant in the village. The…

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U.S. Attorney’s Office observes National Police Week

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By Tribune Staff • In observance of National Police Week, U.S. Attorney Steven D. Weinhoeft and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Illinois recognize the courage and dedication of local, state and federal law enforcement partners and honor the officers who have fallen in the line of duty. National Police Week is…

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