Collinsville
Area solar project plans remain abundant near Collinsville, Mascoutah
by Randy Pierce Two men who reside in an area of Collinsville that is not far from a solar energy project that has been approved by Madison County and another currently under consideration are owners of property much further south that, despite objections from residents around it, appears to be the inevitable site of a…
Read MoreCollinsville introduces new finance director
By Ray Popkess City Manager Derek Jackson introduced Mark Miles as Collinsville’s newest city employee during the July 22 city council meeting.. Miles will serve as the city’s finance director. Miles has 30+ years in the public sector and non-profit accounting field. He has served 20 years as a certified public accountant (CPA) and also…
Read MoreNicolussi reports positive feedback from constituents
by Randy Pierce • Commenting that he is “very proud to be serving” in his elected position, Madison County Board member Paul Nicolussi of Collinsville has addressed what he described as “positive feedback” from people in the area he serves. Under the new business segment of the most recent meeting of the county board, Nicolussi…
Read MoreCollinsville Youth Academy participants prepare for their second week
By Devese “Dee” Ursery [email protected] [email protected] The Collinsville Police Department is proud to sponsor and host its seventh annual Youth Academy, giving area students a first-hand look at what it takes to start a career in law enforcement. Up to 20 students from Collinsville School District ages 13-17, have gone through their first week of…
Read MoreCollinsville’s first National Night Out event promises community engagement between police, citizens
By Devese “Dee” Ursery [email protected] [email protected] The Collinsville School District, in collaboration with the state and local police, are inviting the community to come out and celebrate a night of togetherness. On Tuesday, Aug. 5, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Collinsville will conduct its first National Night Out in Woodland Park. The Collinsville Police…
Read MoreWalmart employee allegedly stabs co-worker at Collinsville location
By Tribune Staff On July 23, at approximately 2 p.m., the Collinsville Police Department responded to the Walmart Supercenter at 1040 Collinsville Crossing, in reference to a subject with a stab wound. Responding officers located a female employee suffering from multiple stab wounds. Additionally, it was learned that the alleged suspect was a co-worker, who…
Read MoreJudge Welch had great public support
by Randy Pierce • As part of his illustrious judicial career, the late Thomas M. Welch, who passed away earlier this month at the age of 86, enjoyed widespread support during the 40-plus years he served the state’s fifth appellate district while being subject to only one minor public setback during that time. A moment…
Read MoreCollinsville tables Haven Hill development to address residents’ concerns
By Charles Bolinger Editor A 96-unit multi-family housing development has neighboring Collinsville residents up in arms. The project, called Haven Hill Acres, is one of seven statewide that received funding from Governor J.B. Pritzker’s administration in May. A full room of people attended a planning commission public hearing that took place July 10 at Collinsville…
Read MoreAll-inclusive playground in Glidden Park complete; no change in Collinsville’s grocery tax
By Devese “Dee” Ursery [email protected] Collinsville is full of individuals and organizations that do great things in the name of improving the city, as well as serving the senior community. During the regular bimonthly Collinsville City Council meeting, ordinances and resolutions were voted on and approved to invest in the public infrastructure, support excellent municipal…
Read MoreUptown prepares for Code 3 Spices Smokin’ On Main
By Devese “Dee” Ursery [email protected] Smoke and the sweet smell of delicious barbeque will soon fill the air as the city of Collinsville prepares for Smokin’ On Main. On Saturday, July 26, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday, July 27, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., visitors are invited to the annual Code…
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