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Wednesday, April 9th, 2025

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Good morning, Belleville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of April.

SPORTS NEWS

  • Edwardsville won a narrow victory over the host Panthers in the Gold Division of the O’Fallon Relays held Monday, April 7 at O’Fallon Township High School Panther Stadium—scoring 130 points while the Tigers claimed their first championship in nine years. Patrick Chism, Jr. won the 100 meters and ran a strong anchor leg in the 4x200 relay, earning him the title of EHS Track and Field Athlete of the Meet.  Riverbender
  • Mascoutah won the Blue Division of the O'FALLon Relays boys track meet on April 7th at OTHS Panther Stadium—scoring 131 points while Salem finished second.  Riverbender

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 4/17/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 4/19/25

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  • Chick-fil-A Dine to Donate

    4-7 p.m. — Chick-fil-A — Orders via app only — Support your community with a meal and help raise funds.

    Tue, 4/29/25

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  • Strawberry Festival

    9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Downtown Belleville — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful day of strawberry-themed fun with shopping, eating, and drinking.

    Sat, 5/3/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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