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Infrastructure upgrades needed for competitive edge
By TAMMIE SLOUP FarmWeek • The U.S. grain transportation system, particularly the inland waterways, is considered a competitive edge for America’s farmers. But a century-old lock-and-dam system along the Mississippi River and a pending rail merger could present challenges in the future. “Part of the success we’ve had in exports is because we have this…
Read MoreRep. Schmidt moves forward in effort to improve community pharmacies
By Tribune Staff • State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) says his bill, House Bill 4243, will improve working conditions for pharmacies across Illinois and provide customers with better service. Schmidt says there is a shortage of pharmacists, particularly in rural areas, which creates high stress in staff and a higher error rate on fulfilling customer…
Read MoreMadison County backs child abuse prevention
by Randy Pierce • Child Abuse Prevention Month is currently being observed in Madison County, according to information presented at a meeting of elected officials and staff held on Thursday, April 2. Jenny Wilkinson, director of the county’s child advocacy center, which is located in Wood River, called attention to this when speaking to the…
Read MoreBudzinski statement on vote-by-mail executive order
By Tribune Staff • On April 2, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) released the following statement on President Trump’s Executive Order 14399, titled “Ensuring Citizenship Verification and Integrity in Federal Elections.” The order directs the Department of Homeland Security, in coordination with the Social Security Administration, to compile lists of U.S. citizens eligible to vote in…
Read MoreNative American Artifact Appreciation Day on May 2
By Tribune Staff • Do you have Native American artifacts that you want to learn more about? The Madison County Historical Society (MCHS) and the Cahokia Archaeological Society (CAS) are hosting an Artifact Identification Day on Saturday, May 2, from 1-4 p.m. at Immanuel United Methodist Church, 800 N. Main Street, in Edwardsville, Illinois. The…
Read MoreMolly Muennich gets law enforcement award
by Randy Pierce • Molly Muennich of Troy has been presented with the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board 2026 Women in Criminal Justice Female Officer of the Year Award. Muennich, a patrol officer with the Fairview Heights Police Department, was struck in the face by gunfire on May 17, 2025, when responding to…
Read MoreMaryville Entertainment Pavilion work underway
By Kathy Turner • Work is progressing on the new American Legion Entertainment Pavilion at Fireman’s Park in Maryville. Boeker Construction Company was awarded the bid for the project and had a milder-than-usual February and March to thank for the progress. The pavilion will be the setting for many activities and concerts at the park…
Read MoreMaryville takes next step to address village mine subsidence
By Kathy Turner • The Maryville Village Board on Wednesday, Apr. 1 approved the execution of a master agreement to address mine subsidence concerns in the village. The village is facing major remediation and construction repair/replacement needs and this action is a first step in the planning. The agreement is with FGM Architects Inc. in…
Read MoreThree victims identified in Troy fatal home explosion
By Ray Popkess • On April 9, authorities at the Madison County Sheriff’s Office identified the three victims of the house fire on West Kirsch Road as Madeleine I. Maxeiner, 18, Ayden R. Hendrickson, 19, and Paisley Nishwitz, 12. An autopsy examination was conducted on all three victims and the preliminary cause of death was…
Read MoreTroy City Council tables final budget for 2026-2027 fiscal year
By Charles Bolinger Editor • During a quick meeting, there were no ordinances or resolutions on the agenda to pass, the Troy City Council tabled the city’s final draft of its balanced budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, which starts May 1. Councilman Sam Italiano was absent. Council members wanted to wait until after a…
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