Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of June.
Good morning, Belleville.
Riverbend reminds local residents to visit cooling centers as temperatures rise this week — the centers in Belleville, Alton, Bethalto, Collinsville, East Alton, Edwardsville, Godfrey, Glen Carbon, Granite City, Highland, and Wood River offer safe places to cool off.
Operating hours range from early morning to evening to help those in need of relief.
A dog named Guapo—rescued from a fiery van accident on I-270 that killed seven dogs and injured four others—was escorted by Illinois State Police to Hawthorne Animal Hospital and now has a forever home with Jordan Antonovich's family while he is quarantined until his burns heal.
Police are investigating after a person was fatally struck on I-255 just north of I-64 in St. Clair County around 1 a.m.—the incident involved at least one vehicle and led to the closure of the northbound lanes.
Medicare 101 Q&A Session
6-7 p.m. — Tavern On Main — Free entry — Get your Medicare questions answered at this informative and interactive session with experts.
Live Music: The Jorrells
5-8 p.m. — Eckert's Pick Your Own Belleville Farm — Free entry — Dance to the vibrant brass sounds of the Jorrells performing classic hits from the '60s and '70s.
DCI - Drum Corps International
6:30-8 p.m. — Belleville West High School — Tickets available — Experience the thrilling performances of top drum corps live in Belleville.
Open Mic Night at Eckert's Farm
5-8 p.m. — Eckert's Pick Your Own Belleville Farm — Family-friendly fun — Celebrate local talent at the inaugural Open Mic Night under the stars.
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