Collinsville
Collinsville goes ‘green’ to preserve quality of life, seeks more places for solar arrays
By Devese “Dee” Ursery • [email protected] • [email protected] The City of Collinsville has nearly completed the installation of its solar array project, with some units yet to be placed on additional city buildings. In October of 2020, the city adopted its sustainability plan as a long-range way to enrich the quality of life for present…
Read MoreArtists from near, far ready for annual art salute
by Randy Pierce Many dozens of artists from not only the local area but also from throughout the Midwestern United States and more distant locations will be gathering at Moody Park in Fairview Heights this weekend for what is considered the community’s “signature” annual event. The Midwest Salute to the Arts, set for Friday, Aug.…
Read MoreCollinsville’s Hidden Gem for Sweet, Savory Delight
By Ray Popkess • Collinsville’s Uptown District has a new crown jewel—and it’s serving scoops of joy by the cone. Since opening its doors in 2022, Uptown Scoops, located at 403 W Main Street, has quietly become one of the most inviting and flavorful destinations in the region. With its blend of nostalgic charm, handcrafted…
Read MoreCollinsville welcomes over 200 people at first National Night Out
By Devese “Dee”Ursery Collinsville initiated its first National Night Out, welcoming hundreds of visitors to Woodland Park to enjoy a time of community engagement and bonding between local law enforcement and residents. The National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that takes place on Aug. 5 nationwide. The event is an evening for communities…
Read MoreCollinsville couple returns to Midwest Salute to Arts, Aug. 22-24
By Randy Pierce After having won a cash prize for their best of category entry at last year’s Midwest Salute to the Arts, Tony and Christy Bodnar of Collinsville are returning as participants in the 2025 version of this event scheduled to take place the weekend of Aug. 22, 23 and 24 at Moody Park…
Read MoreSolar panel development decision in Collinsville postponed until Sept. 2
by Randy Pierce • Postponement of a decision regarding a special-use permit request that, if approved, would allow for the development of a solar energy facility at a site in unincorporated Collinsville was supported unanimously by members of the Madison County Board Building and Zoning Committee earlier this month which has deferred this matter to…
Read MoreMeadow Heights throws Back-To-School Bash
By Devese “Dee” Ursery [email protected] [email protected] The Meadow Heights Baptist Church welcomed residents of Collinsville and the surrounding areas to get school supplies and free food for the upcoming school year. On Aug. 3, MHBC held its eighth annual free Back-to-School Bash event not only gave away school supplies but also served free food and…
Read MoreCollinsville artist Skiöld-Hanlin reflects on artistic creations
by Randy Pierce Sarah Skiöld-Hanlin of Collinsville, who will be participating in the Midwest Salute to the Arts in Fairview Heights later this month, describes herself as “a passionate interdisciplinary academic, traveler and humanitarian while attempting to show this in her work that features “layered meanings, hidden imagery and fine details.” Entering the competition for…
Read MoreCollinsville updates its Parks, Recreation Master Plan
By Devese “Dee” Ursery [email protected] [email protected] A lot of work has gone into improving and renovating parks in the Collinsville Parks System to beautify the city and for better quality of life for its citizens. To upgrade and revitalize the parks and park facilities, a team led by landscape architects from Planning Design Studios put…
Read MoreSolar energy facility denial advances county building, zoning committee
by Randy Pierce Denial of a request for a special use permit that would allow for the development of a solar energy facility in Collinsville Township has been forwarded to the Madison County Board Building and Zoning Committee for consideration this week. As presented to the county’s zoning board appeals late last month by a…
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