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Belleville
Saturday, February 21st, 2026
Good morning, Belleville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of February.
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Illinois Department of Public Health confirmed a second measles case on Wednesday in Metro East + officials published a list of exposure sites for residents in Belleville and surrounding areas to review. St. Louis Post-Dispatch
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ In Friday’s semifinals in Champaign, Civic Memorial’s Knox Verbais pinned Brendan Nardin and will face Aiden Arnett today while Belleville East’s Jonathan Rulo and Belleville Althoff’s Pierre Walton are set for their state championship matches & aim to win titles. Riverbender
- ➤ On Feb. 19 at State Farm Center, wrestlers from Edwardsville and Belleville East competed in Day 1 of the Class 3A State Finals. Michael McNamara, Roman Janek, and Jonathan Rulo advanced with wins — while wrestleback matches for those who lost will take place Friday. Riverbender
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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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Glen Templeton Concert
7:30–11:59 p.m. — Lincoln Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the live sounds of Glen Templeton at a charming local venue.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
What looks like talent is often careful preparation.
~ Ryan Holiday
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