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Belleville
Wednesday, February 11th, 2026
Good morning, Belleville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Troy opposed a proposed 500-megawatt data center planned off Highway 40 along Collinsville Road — citing noise, flooding, and farmland loss during a heated Tuesday meeting at Triad High School’s cafeteria — while Cloverleaf Infrastructure says stormwater detention ponds will manage runoff if the project moves forward. KSDK
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Illinois Department of Transportation announced lane closures on West Highway 50 at I-64 beginning Feb. 9 with travel now reduced to one lane in each direction for bridge construction and delays expected until early summer. Riverbender
- ➤ Gloria Beckman, a Belleville resident, discovered her SNAP card was hacked at Aldi last week, leaving her without $252 in benefits; the Illinois Department of Human Services said there was no system hack and advised affected customers to use food pantries and other emergency resources. KSDK
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Jason Petty's Country Royalty: Hank Williams & Patsy Cline Tribute
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Lincoln Theatre — Tickets required — Experience a tribute to country legends Hank Williams and Patsy Cline with Jason Petty and Carolyn Martin performing their timeless hits.
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Belleville Flea Market
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park — Admission fees may apply — Discover over 600 tables filled with antiques, collectibles, and unique merchandise.
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HB&RMEA 2026 Home Expo
9 AM – 6 PM — Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park — Free entry — Explore home upgrades and renovations at the Greater Belleville community home show.
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Forever Vintage Market
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park — Admission details available — Explore a treasure trove of antiques, upcycled decor, and unique finds from over 300 vendors.
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