Monday, April 28th, 2025
Good morning, Belleville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of April.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ School communities in Collinsville, Mascoutah and Granite City held a rally on Sunday to oppose a bill that would ban Native American mascots, saying the names honor heritage + bring residents together. The Illinois Senate debates the measure after it passed the House, and if approved, schools must choose a new mascot by July 1 + complete all changes by September 1. KSDK
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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.
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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.
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Laura's Run 4 Kids
7:30 a.m. – 11:59 p.m. — Tower Grove Park — Registration fees apply — Celebrate fitness and community with a fun 5K and family activities while supporting local students.
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Art on the Square 2025
4-9 p.m. — Veterans Memorial — Free admission — Experience a vibrant celebration of art with over 100 artists, live music, and activities for kids.
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