Wednesday, September 17th, 2025
Good morning, Belleville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Starting Friday, Eckert's Farms will offer pumpkin picking at its Belleville, Millstadt and Grafton farms for $0.79 per pound with a field pass purchase—guests will also enjoy apple picking and fall events such as Jack’s Lighted Trail and Ecktoberfest through October. KSDK
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Gideon is an energetic 11-year-old with bright blue eyes who loves video games, movies, riding his bike, and spending time at the park — he looks for a loving family that will guide him and even grant his wish for a wolf stuffed animal. Interested families should call the Foster and Adoptive Care Coalition at 1-800-FOSTER3. KSDK
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Bulls & Barrels Rodeo
2-3 a.m. — Tri-Township Park — $15+ — Experience a thrilling rodeo with live music, food trucks, and fun activities for the whole family.
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Belleville Main Street Marathon
7 a.m. — Downtown Belleville — Registration fee required — Experience America's longest Main Street in a Boston Marathon-qualifying race.
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Seinfeld Trivia Night
5-8 p.m. — Shoehorn Brewing — $15/person — Compete in eight rounds of trivia dedicated to the beloved comedy series Seinfeld.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.
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