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Belleville
Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Good morning, Belleville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of April.
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ As temperatures rise, Belleville physician Dr. Angie Harris at Belleville Memorial Hospital advises residents to use sunscreen with SPF 30+ and moisturizers while gradually increasing sun exposure. She stresses these tips to help protect skin after long winter months. Riverbender
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Belleville East will meet the Edwardsville Tigers in a Southwestern Conference rematch today at 4:30 p.m. after a 4-0 loss in their recent game. Riverbender
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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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