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Belleville
Friday, April 17th, 2026
Good morning, Belleville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Severe storms overnight caused duplicate emergency alerts as county officials switched from CodeRED to Everbridge. Officials say the new system is expected to streamline warnings and that residents already registered need no action — duplicate alerts may continue until the upgrade is complete. First Alert 4
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ St. Elizabeth's Hospital in O'Fallon is beginning a $116 million expansion to add patient beds, enlarge its emergency department and build a surgery center, with new spaces opening this fall and full completion by summer 2027. KSDK
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St. Louis Antique Festival
10 AM – 5 PM — Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park — Admission details pending — Explore a treasure trove of antiques, vintage decor, and unique collectibles.
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Grease Cast at the Skyview Drive-In
5 PM – 11 PM — Skyview Drive-In — General Admission $22, VIP $100 — Meet original cast members of Grease and enjoy a classic movie experience.
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2nd Annual Strawberry Fest
9 a.m. — Belleville Tourism — No admission fee — Celebrate local businesses with delightful strawberry treats and community fun.
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Show Me Reptile Show
9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park — Tickets available — Explore an exciting variety of reptiles, amphibians, and exotic pets in a family-friendly setting.
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2026 Bloody Mary Walk
10 AM – 2 PM — Bennie's Pizza Pub — Purchase tickets at local bars and restaurants — Sample delicious Bloody Marys while exploring downtown Belleville's shops.
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Boots Bags and Bourbon Charity Bags Tournament
11 AM - 3 PM — Eckert's Cider Shed — Entry fee required — Compete in a fun cornhole tournament while supporting local veteran charities.
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