Good morning, Belleville.

An outbreak of 13 tornadoes struck the St. Louis region on March 14—leaving 13 dead—and experts warned that opening windows does not reduce damage but may worsen it by letting in strong winds and rain.

The VERIFY team confirmed that home damage comes from flying debris and high-speed winds, not pressure differences.

The Salvation Army is investing over $900,000 in tornado relief for communities hit on March 14 (affecting Missouri and southern Illinois) to help with long-term recovery.

Its Midland Division began operating 16 multi-agency resource centers on March 25 and will continue until April 1 (serving over 3,600 households) as part of its ongoing response.

A St. Louis man, Valentino Colic, pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 145 months in prison in Benton—he led a scheme that used fake checks to buy and quickly resell vehicles, impacting over 100 victims and totaling $1.7M.

Studies show that a daily 30-minute walk can cut heart disease risk by up to 40% and lower stress—experts say this simple habit improves both body and mind.

Local health specialists encourage residents to incorporate brisk walks into their daily routines for a healthier lifestyle.

Man Cave Extravaganza at Belle-Clair Fairgrounds

The third annual Man Cave Extravaganza features vendors from multiple states showcasing a variety of breweriana and related goods.

Family-Friendly Concert at Eckert's Belleville Farm

Enjoy a free concert featuring Duhart inside the Cider Shed at Eckert's Pick Your Own Belleville Farm, with food and drinks available for purchase.

Glen Phillips Concert

7-10 p.m. | Lincoln Theatre | Ticket prices vary | Experience the intimate stories and music of Glen Phillips in a solo performance filled with heartfelt emotion.

Live Music: Adam Harbison

5-8 p.m. — Eckert's Pick Your Own Belleville Farm — Free concert — Enjoy a family-friendly evening of live music with delicious food and drinks available for purchase.

KevOnStage Back Pew Tour

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Love Church — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of clean comedy with KevOnStage and friends.

Yellow No. 5 Concert

2-8 p.m. — Copper Fire — Free entry — Enjoy an afternoon of popular hits and alternative rock favorites from Yellow No. 5.

Three Mile Thursday Group Walk at Belleville YMCA

5:45-6:00 p.m. — East Belleville YMCA — Free entry — Enjoy a refreshing 5K walk with the Illinois Trekkers in a friendly community setting.

Belleville Barkfest

10 AM – 4 PM — Stookey Township Park — Free entry — A tail-wagging event featuring local vendors, fun contests, and treats for pups and their humans.