Troy
Troy couple enjoy solar-powered home
by Randy Pierce • Purchasing a home in Troy in 2010 then, a year later, adapting it to solar energy, Patrick and Peggy McKee are enjoying savings over what they would otherwise spend on conventional electrical power and willingly share their experience in this regard. Patrick, who spoke about solar energy under the public comment…
Read MoreTroy resident advocates solar energy
by Randy Pierce • During a meeting of the Madison County Board held last week that was dominated by a pair of unrelated topics, one being the late Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated in Utah earlier this month, and the other, solar energy developments, the multitude of speakers in attendance included Kevin McKee of Troy…
Read MoreTroy officials wait to learn about possible IDOT funding for various projects
By Charles Bolinger Editor • The recent spate of cool temperatures has not cooled off the infrastructure work around Troy. Work has started on Belle Rose, a 14-building/60-unit multi-family development has finally broken ground. A similar concept called MacArthur Place was proposed in 2005 but never came to fruition. Construction of the Starbucks store on…
Read MoreTroy City Council passes two resolutions involving preliminary plats
By Charles Bolinger Editor • Shadow Wood Subdivision’s third phase received a one-year extension on Sept. 15 after Troy’s City Council voted to extend it. This phase of work is to comprise 72 single-family homes and five common area lots. The city council originally approved the project in September 2023. Since the company has not…
Read MoreStirling sworn in as Troy’s new alderwoman
By Charles Bolinger Editor • After taking her oath of office, Heather Stirling officially took her place on the dais in Troy City Hall as the newest Ward I councilperson, alongside Elizabeth Hellrung. Stirling replaces Tony Manley, who stepped down in August to spend more time with his family when he’s not serving as Maryville’s…
Read More2025 Fall City-, Village-wide Garage Sales announced
TROY – The Troy/Maryville/St. Jacob/Marine Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the dates for the 2025 Fall City/Village Wide Garage Sales. This community tradition gives residents the opportunity to declutter, shop, and connect with neighbors while supporting local communities. The sales will be held across the four communities on the following dates: Village of…
Read MoreTroy woman charged with failing to avoid, leaving scene of accident
Troy Police Department Blotter for Aug. 27 – Sept. 4, 2025 On Aug. 27 at 02:35 p.m., Samantha Kelsay, 20, of Troy was charged with failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident and leaving the scene of an accident. On Aug. 27 at 03:26 p.m., David May, 52, of Highland was charged with a…
Read MoreCalling all birders! Bird migration discussed at Friedens UCC on Sept. 18
Friedens United Church of Christ, 207 East Center, Troy is hosting a speaker series event on Thursday, Sept. 18, at 6:30 p.m. featuring the topic, Bird Migration, presented by Bob and Judy Smejkal in the lower level of the church. Come and enjoy the fun of learning about birds with coffee and desserts served.
Read MoreFirst Fridays wrap season with hints of ‘Big Lebowski’
By Charles Bolinger Editor TROY – The final First Fridays event of the season is tomorrow from 5–8 p.m. in Downtown Troy. Guests can enjoy an evening filled with live music, local eats, refreshing drinks and community shopping as Market and Main transforms into a lively destination for all ages. This month’s featured entertainment is…
Read MoreGlen Carbon, Maryville, Troy projects receive MEPRD grants
by Randy Pierce • Jarvis Township plus the villages of Maryville and Glen Carbon are among the most recently-announced recipients of grant funds from the Metro East Park and Recreation District, according to an announcement made in late August. Jarvis Township is receiving $300,000 to use toward construction of the fourth phase of a shared-use…
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