The Freeburg Tribune

The Freeburg Tribune Established in 1897, The Freeburg Tribune covers the Freeburg, Smithton, New Athens, and St. Libory areas in print and online.

05/01/2026

So, it appears that once again the post office did not deliver mail to more than half of Freeburg. We are so sorry for the delay in delivery. We will be making a complaint to the Belleville post office, the national post office, and congressman Bost.

All current and new subscribers are welcome to read the online edition as part of the yearly subscription rate. If you a...
03/13/2026

All current and new subscribers are welcome to read the online edition as part of the yearly subscription rate.

If you are a current subscriber, just go to www.freeburgtribune.com and enter News2019 in the promo box on the subscribe page.

If you are a new subscriber, there is no need to enter the promo code as your information for online access will be recorded with your online payment.

Keep up with the activities of taxing bodies in the news articles and in the public notices on the classified page. See the wonderful things happening at our local schools, and keep up with the activities of our community groups as they work to make our communities better.

A small town independent newspaper is the lifeblood of a community. With fewer and fewer still operating, help keep this tradition alive.

Hope to see you all soon!

Illinois Supreme Court weighs challenge to state gun restriction March 11, 2026 Bill drafted by Illinois high schoolers would mandate v**e disposal programs February 24, 2026 As Illinois increasingly becomes destination for abortion access, a new public-private partnership emerges February 24, 2026....

Easter bunny will be at freeburg country mart pharmacy from 11-3 today. Come in and get your pictures with the bunny.
04/01/2023

Easter bunny will be at freeburg country mart pharmacy from 11-3 today. Come in and get your pictures with the bunny.

06/04/2021

The Progressive Grange Spaghetti Dinner is Saturday, June 5, not Sunday. The Freeburg Tribune regrets any confusion this error caused.

10/01/2020

The Pack Rat yard sale in this week's edition failed to list an address. For all you Yard sale lovers, here it is
5237 Live Oak Dr it's located in wildwood estates.

The Dog Days of Summer contest will be gearing down on September 29. Make sure you go to www.freeburgtribune.com and ent...
09/28/2020

The Dog Days of Summer contest will be gearing down on September 29. Make sure you go to www.freeburgtribune.com and enter your vote on the poll at the bottom of the home page. The photos of the contestants may be found under the menu item "photos".

Secretary of state extends driver’s license, ID expiration dates September 23, 2020 Pritzker: Positivity rate still too high in Illinois September 23, 2020 Dog Days of Summer Contest – Check out the Poll at the bottom of this page August 13, 2020 Check out the Photo Galleries under the Photo tab...

08/10/2020

The Freeburg District 70 Board of Education is having a virtual special meeting to discuss school opening plans in light of new guidance. The public can attend at the link below.

08/03/2020
Smithton, Marissa, and Mascoutah residents...the COVID-19 mobile testing unit is coming to your area.
06/19/2020

Smithton, Marissa, and Mascoutah residents...the COVID-19 mobile testing unit is coming to your area.

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820 South State Street
Freeburg, IL
62243

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Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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