Good morning, Belleville.

Richard Wickenhauser, a World War II veteran from Metro East who lost his right leg in the Battle of Iwo Jima, celebrated his 100th birthday on June 27th at Winchester Shooting Range in East Alton+he enlisted in the Marines right after high school.

Foster mom Shameka Williams and her mother Cornelia Reid remain in jail facing charges for the murder of 18-year-old foster child Mackenzi Felmlee, and court evidence shows a video of Williams laughing as Felmlee struggled for air — troubling details that have shocked Belleville.

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker visited Southwest Illinois College’s Belleville Advanced Manufacturing Academy to announce a new investment in workforce development aimed at boosting manufacturing and training workers in robotics, sustainable manufacturing and automated welding and electric vehicle technology. He said the academy—which opened last year with a $20 million investment—is a key part of his effort to build a skilled workforce following recent regional infrastructure improvements.

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.