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Troy plan commission met about SRS site, zoning for any future data centers

By Charles Bolinger, Editor • At a Troy Planning Commission meeting on Aug. 14, two main topics were discussed.  “SRS Distribution presented us with a preliminary concept plan for Formosa Road and Spring Mill, which is over by Red-E-Mix and Truck Centers [in the city’s northwest corner],” said Ann Byrd, building and zoning director. “It…

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Troy creates back-to-work policy update to satisfy IML/RMA

By Charles Bolinger, Editor • More than three months ago, the Illinois Municipal League and Risk Management Association, the city’s workers’ compensation insurance providers, contacted Jay Keeven, Troy city administrator, and Fred Keck, the city’s attorney, letting them know that all insureds are required to have a light-duty or medical-duty return to work policy on…

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Simpson takes over as Troy’s new Madison County Board Member

By Charles Bolinger • Editor • Ron Simpson introduced himself formerly to Mayor David Nonn and the Troy City Council on Aug. 18 during the council’s regular meeting. Simpson was appointed to replace former District 2 county board member Stacey Pace, who stepped down. He said he has lived in town for 6.5 years and…

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Troy saw its first settlers in early 1800s

By Kathy Turner • Troy became a settlement in 1803 when the first recorded settlers, Jacob Gregg and a man only recorded as Mr. Moore, settled in the area. Farms dotted the region until 1814, when Jarvis Township was first founded and named after John Jarvis.  Jacob Gregg had three sons. His son, John, set…

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Mayor Nonn appoints Heather Stirling as new Troy councilperson

By Charles Bolinger Editor At the Aug. 18 city council meeting, Troy Mayor David Nonn appointed Heather M. Stirling to fill the seat vacated by Tony Manley last month. Manley, who is the Maryville Police Chief, stepped away to spend more time with his family. She ran for a seat in this spring’s election against…

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Street crack, joint sealing project begins in Troy on Aug. 25

The City of Troy will conduct crack and joint sealing on various streets beginning the week of Aug. 25, 2025. This work is vital to pavement preservation. This is a “rolling operation” and partial lane closures will occur. Caution should be taken if you encounter the crack/joint sealing crew. Avoid driving over fresh material until…

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Silver Creek Trail expansion to start Aug. 18

By Charles Bolinger • Editor • TROY – Troy’s City Engineer, Tom Cissell, announced news about the Silver Creek Trail expansion or its third phase, during the Aug. 4 city council meeting; work will begin, weather permitting, on Aug. 18. Crews with Stutz Excavating will extend the current trail, which terminates on the east at…

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