Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of June.
Good morning, Belleville.
🎓 Education
Jackie Joyner-Kersee opened a new innovation center at her foundation campus covering 100 acres in East St. Louis Wednesday morning to offer training in agriculture, STEM and entrepreneurship.
The center will help local youth build future opportunities.
🏛️ Government
The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that the westbound ramps at the I-64/Illinois 157 interchange closed at 5 p.m. Wednesday, June 17 for road construction & are expected to reopen at 4 p.m. Monday, June 22.
Eastbound ramps will close immediately after and are set to reopen at 4 p.m. Monday, June 29, weather permitting.
🏥 Health
Riverbend Region cooling centers will operate through summer 2026 to help residents stay safe from high heat — locations include Belleville Public Library Main Branch and other sites with varying hours.
🎉 Belleville Events
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Mahjong 101 Class
6-8:30 p.m. — Blush Home Decor by JSB Designs — Refreshments included — Learn the art of American Mahjong in a fun and social beginner class.
Bellevue Park Nights: Free Concert & Movie
7 p.m. — Bellevue Park — Free entry — Enjoy a night of music and film under the stars at Bellevue Park.
🏠 Belleville Real Estate
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