Area News
Troy City Council votes to retain Hancock’s services as contractor for 12 months
By Charles Bolinger Editor • Troy’s City Council unanimously passed six resolutions at its June 1 meeting. The first one authorized Mayor David Nonn to execute a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the former public works director, Robert Hancock, who retired May 31. Hancock worked for the city for 32 years and he has a…
Read MoreGlen Carbon approved for establishment of STAR Bond District, NOVA District Designation
By Tribune Staff • Following Governor JB Pritzker’s signing of the Statewide Innovation Development and Economy (STAR Bond) Act, the Village of Glen Carbon formally notified the State of Illinois of its intent to pursue the establishment of a STAR Bond District. The designation expands the Village’s economic development toolkit and creates opportunities to thoughtfully…
Read MoreMadison 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
One 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…
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