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Thursday, July 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Belleville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local events across the Riverbend area will offer fun from the GGCA Summer Camp in Alton and the Jersey County Fair in Jerseyville to an EXO Lounge party in Edwardsville—activities that bring families and music fans together. Belleville residents will enjoy Family Glow Skate at Skate City on July 11 while events like markets, blood drives and concerts continue in neighboring towns—ensuring a lively summer for all. Riverbender
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Early Wednesday morning, a car collided head-on with an IDOT truck in a construction zone on I-64 near the Washington Park and Kingshighway exit, forcing three westbound lanes to close and drivers to detour along Bunkum Road. KSDK
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ MetroLink said its new security upgrades have boosted ridership and reduced crime incidents at 11 stations from 55 to 32 since the project started at the end of 2023—28 more stations will be upgraded by 2026 with added features like gates, fencing and extra cameras. The agency urges riders to provide feedback as the work continues. KSDK
SHOP NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR Shop on Amazon for the car tech upgrades you need ahead of your next road trip and for better, safer driving. We love this suction cup phone mount to keep navigation instructions in your eyeline. The Buy
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Althoff Catholic in Belleville, Breese Mater Dei, and Madison have welcomed the new Metro Valley Conference for football set to begin in 2026 — the league will unite five Metro East schools and add a sixth member soon to help improve game scheduling and rivalries. Riverbender
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Upgrade Your Ride: Must-Have Car Tech for Safer, Smarter Road Trips
Before you hit the road, make sure your car is equipped with the latest tech to keep your drive smoother, safer, and more connected. Amazon has all the essentials you need for your next road trip or daily commute.
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These smart, affordable upgrades not only improve convenience but also add an extra layer of safety and peace of mind while you're behind the wheel. Whether you're driving across the country or just around town, now’s the perfect time to enhance your car with these must-have tech tools.
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