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Highland marks Memorial Day with parade, celebration
By Brittany Blackwell Reporter American Legion Post 439 and Highland VFW Post 5694 honored fallen service members recently through several gatherings leading up to the city’s annual Memorial Day Parade and Celebration, continuing a longstanding tradition. Kate Broadhurst, adjutant and finance officer for the American Legion and chaplain and service officer for the Highland VFW,…
Read MoreNew season, new features at Highland Community Pool
By Brittany Blackwell Reporter • Highland Community Pool opened for the summer season on May 23, with several new improvements aimed at safety and guest comfort. City crews spent the past several weeks preparing the facility for opening day, including installing a new trench drain near the entrance to address long-standing flooding issues around the…
Read MoreHarold Dale Rose, Jr.
Harold Dale “Toad” Rose, Jr. May 15, 1951 – May 27, 2026 Harold Dale “Toad” Rose, Jr., 75, of Highland, IL, died Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at his home in Highland. He was born on Tuesday, May 15, 1951, in Granite City, IL, the son of Harold and Rosemary (née Mount) Rose. He was a…
Read MoreWork at future Aldi site in Highland enters lull
Now that the two former single-family homes are removed, work slowed somewhat at the site of Highland’s future Aldi grocery store on May 23.
Read MoreHighland Light, Power adds new machine for line repairs, tree trimming
By Brittany Blackwell Reporter • A new device is expected to improve safety and efficiency for one local utility department. Recently, the City of Highland’s Light and Power Department acquired a Teupen tracked aerial device. The “spider” style aerial lift, described as more maneuverable than other bucket trucks or lifts, is designed to stabilize on…
Read MorePickleball court construction progresses at Spindler Park in Highland
By Brittany Blackwell New pickleball courts are taking shape at Spindler Park, with city officials aiming to open the area by the end of June. The project includes five pickleball courts, added parking and lighting, making it the first of its kind in the city. Asphalt was laid about a month ago and must cure…
Read MoreHighland Quilt Boxers created Quilts of Valor for veterans
Last month, the Highland Quilt Boxers issued their Quilts of Valor to 34 area veterans. There are a couple of veterans on the program who were not present at Michael’s. They will be presented individually.
Read MoreHighland L.U.N.C.H. Bunch to provide free lunches starting May 27
Highland Nutrition’s roots remain strong through organic mission
By Brittany Blackwell Reporter • Vickie Bacon, owner and manager of Highland Nutrition, quickly moved from organic gardening to owning a health food store. But her interest in healthy living developed before she entered retail. Bacon was in her 30s, growing organic produce and wholesaling from a small truck, when a routine delivery changed the…
Read MoreHighland High School celebrates nearly 200 graduates
By Brittany Blackwell Reporter • Nearly 200 graduates crossed the stage on May 15 as Highland High School honored the Class of 2026 with a ceremony highlighting diverse achievements. The outdoor ceremony drew families, staff and community members to the school’s football field, where 184 graduates were recognized for their achievements in academics, athletics and…
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