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Troy residents invited to track St. Nick during his Santa Run Dec. 18
By Tribune Staff • TROY — Sleigh bells, or rather a fire engine, will be heard throughout the Troy area as the Troy Fire Protection District plans to once again escort Santa and bring some Christmas cheer with its annual Santa Run. According to information provided, Santa’s visit will take place from 5 to 10…
Read MoreTroy Community Band holiday show features St. Louis Symphony musician, director’s final bow
By Tribune Staff • The Troy Community Band is proud to announce that its holiday show will once again feature Thomas Jostlein, assistant principal horn player for the St. Louis Symphony. He will be joined by his son Klaus, who plays violin. Thomas and Klaus will perform several pieces, including some of Thomas’ own compositions…
Read MoreTroy Police say shooting, armed robbery leads to 1 suspect dead, 1 in custody
By Charles Bolinger Editor • On Dec. 5, at approximately 1:12 a.m., Troy Police officers were approached by a gunshot victim at the Circle K gas station located at 536 Edwardsville Road, according to a press release from Chief Christopher M. Wasser. The victim reported he had arranged to meet a female subject he had…
Read MoreSecond phase of Zenk Road, 5 other projects added for CDBG funding
by Randy Pierce • Six projects in Madison County, including one in Collinsville and another in Troy, have been added for funding support from the Madison County share of federal funds known as the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). A public comment period concerning the “substantial amendment,” as it is formally defined, to the existing…
Read MoreLance Michael Ward
Lance Michael Ward, 53, passed away on Nov. 26, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of creativity, passion and warmth that touched everyone who knew him. Lance lived life with heart. His deep connection to music was one of the most defining parts of who he was. A talented guitarist and singer, he found joy performing…
Read MoreConstitution Bank expands community footprint with new Troy branch
TROY– Constitution Bank is proud to announce the opening of its newest branch in Troy, Illinois, further strengthening the bank’s commitment to serving families, businesses, and communities across South Central Illinois. The new branch, located at 304 Bargraves Blvd., officially opened its doors on Nov. 24. The Troy location marks the next step in Constitution…
Read MoreSnow Route Reminders from City of Troy
Before winter weather arrives, Troy residents should keep all vehicles parked off the street. Large obstacles i.e.…trash cans, basketball goals, snow forts should be kept off the streets during and after snow events until the snow plowing is completed. Also removing snow from around fire hydrants in your yards would help the fire department in…
Read MoreNow that data center regs have been set in Troy what should people know?
By Charles Bolinger Editor There continue to be a lot of chatter and stories about data centers on both sides of the Mississippi River. Attempts to put them in St. Louis and St. Charles ended with at least one moratorium on them. The same company that sought a toehold in St. Charles City now has…
Read MoreTroy officials come close to setting 2025 tax levy
Charles Bolinger Editor Fred Keck told Troy’s City Council on Nov. 17 that they have three choices regarding the 2025 tax levy – keep it flat, set it at 4.9% or set it higher than 5%. A tax levy is the annual amount of money a taxing body certifies to the Madison County Clerk to…
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