Sunday, August 17th, 2025

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Good morning, Belleville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Sept. 5, Buttercup Ranch and Creamery in Millstadt will host a balloon glow featuring food trucks and a concert by Scott Vignassi’s Big Little Big Band for $20 per car—this event will raise funds for local police and fire departments in honor of Patriot Day. On Sept. 6, the ranch will hold its fifth annual CiderMan Sprint Triathlon with options for paddling, relay teams, or partial participation. Riverbender
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ College students from SIUE teamed with Empire 13, Clean City Coalition, and City of Joy Fellowship Church to clean East St. Louis streets this weekend to fight environmental injustice and boost local engagement. The cleanup removed broken glass+ plastic and inspired local youth+ neighborhood groups to work for a safer community. KSDK
SHOP NEWS
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The Fabulous Motown Revue Concert
5-8 p.m. — Eckert's Pick Your Own Belleville Farm — Cover fee required — Enjoy live Motown music in a family-friendly atmosphere with food and drink available for purchase.
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