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Downtown Troy to come alive for First Friday on Aug. 1
TROY – Downtown will be the place to be on Aug. 1 as the community gathers for another exciting First Friday celebration from 5 to 8 p.m. This month’s event will feature live music from local favorites, Lanny & Julie, setting the perfect soundtrack for an evening of food, fun and community spirit. Foodies won’t…
Read MoreJarvis Township not only entity working to expand Silver Creek Trail
What has Troy done to extend the Silver Creek Trail east? City officials approved a project to add 3,000 feet to the trail along the north side of US 40 from S. Main St to C.A. Henning Elementary School. The construction estimate was about $540,000. In June, the city received an ITEP grant that covers…
Read MoreTroy Police map out new building addition options
Ward 1 councilman Manley to step down By Charles Bolinger Editor Members of the Troy Public Safety committee discussed two options to expand the current police department but took no action on them at the following city council meeting on July 21. Josh Mandell with FGM Architects made a presentation to the mayor, council and…
Read MoreTroy funeral director, St. Jacob trustee charged with income tax fraud
Charles Bolinger Editor TROY – Guideon Richeson, owner of Richeson & Aebischer-Richeson Funeral Homes and a St. Jacob trustee, has been charged with income tax fraud. The charges surfaced July 17. Richeson, 68, was charged with 11 counts linked to the alleged fraud and failure to keep proper records, per Madison County court documents. Court…
Read MoreLong-time Troy resident dives into new post as building, development director
By Charles Bolinger Editor She wants to make a difference and help Troy grow. She is Ann Byrd, the city’s new building and development director. Her position was approved by the city council during its July 7 meeting. Per the city’s website, the Building and Zoning Department is responsible for the administration and enforcement of…
Read MoreTroy’s American Legion Post will vote to merge or close
By Charles Bolinger Editor In a letter to American Legion Post 708 members dated June 16, 2025, Commander Vern Haggitt informed the post’s membership it will likely close in August. “Due to the fact that we don’t have enough active members, we will surrender our charter,” Haggitt wrote. A reporter attempted to contact the legion…
Read MoreTroy enlists Benton Engineering to help with wastewater plant expansion
By Charles Bolinger Editor Looks like at least one item has started to move from Troy’s “wish list” to its “to-do list.” On July 7’s city council agenda was a resolution for an engineering services agreement costing $100,000 with Benton Engineering, Inc. from Jacksonville to evaluate the city’s current wastewater treatment plant and offer solutions…
Read MoreApplications accepted for next round of Troy Hometown Hero Banners
If you have driven through downtown Troy in the last few years, you have noticed the Troy Hometown Hero banners hanging on the light poles. The banners represent individuals who have been nominated by family members and friends who have served in the military or served the community. “Heroes come in so many forms,” said…
Read MoreRep. Charlie Meier will have ‘office hours’ at Troy City Hall on July 15
TROY – Rep. Charlie Meier (IL-109) will have traveling office hours with a July 15 stop at Troy City Hall from 10 a.m. to noon in council chambers. Troy City Hall is located at 116 N. Market St.
Read MoreTroy couple gets variance approval
by Randy Pierce • Kevin and Kathy Dotson of 8152 Lebanon Road in unincorporated Troy have received preliminary approval for a variance from Madison County zoning regulations that will entitle them to construct an accessory building in the front area of their Jarvis Township property. The Dotsons request for this variance met with unanimous approval…
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