Work Begins on New Shared Used Path South of Downtown

The first steps in the creation of a shared use path along Illinois Route 159 south of downtown got underway Friday, March 17. When it’s finished this summer, the 10-foot-wide off-road path will connect Magnolia Street to Madison County Transit&...

City's Annual Hydrant Flushing Program Gets Underway

The City’s 2023 hydrant flushing program will begin on Monday, March 20. As part of the program, the City of Edwardsville’s Water Division will flush water mains and hydrants.   

This annual maintenance work is importa...

Featured Firefighter Friday: Meet Firefighter/Paramedic Cole Schrage

It’s Featured Firefighter Friday!

Today we introduce you to Firefighter/Paramedic Cole Schrage.

Schrage, who was appointed in June 2008, is in his 15th year of service with the Edwardsville Fire Department. 

Previously, Schrage served as a...

Assistance of City Water Customers Sought as Mandatory Water Meter Upgrades Continue

The installation of new water meters is continuing as part of the City’s transition to an upgraded meter system that will provide more efficient monitoring and improved capabilities to quickly identify costly leaks. 

The new meters are b...