Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of September.
Good morning, Belleville.
🏛️ Government
MetroLink is finishing the last part of its Secure Platform Plan that began with safety upgrades at 11 stations last year.
The $52 million project cut incidents by 50% and added 315000 boardings compared to last year—upgrades at 28 more stations will complete by January 2026.
On Tuesday, the St. Clair County Transit District announced it received $450,000 in federal funds from the Transportation Alternatives Program for Phase 1 of the Fairview Heights-Swansea Trail.
The project will build a 0.25-mile paved trail connecting Illinois 161 and Sullivan Drive/Union Hill Road to the MetroBikeLink system—linking new routes to established paths.
🏥 Health
On Sept. 23, IDPH released new fall vaccine guidance—issuing a statewide order so residents can get COVID-19 vaccines at pharmacies and clinics.
Health providers are advised to follow CDC schedules for other immunizations to keep everyone safe this fall.
🎉 Belleville Events
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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.
Seinfeld Trivia Night
5-8 p.m. — Shoehorn Brewing — $15/person — Compete in eight rounds of trivia dedicated to the beloved comedy series Seinfeld.
Quail Club Ladies Auxiliary Wurstmarkt
11 AM - 4 PM — Quail Restoration Association — Adults $15, kids $6, under 5 free — Enjoy a delicious Pork Sausage Dinner in a welcoming community setting.
Monthly Meetup at Impact Gaming Center
6-8 p.m. — Impact Gaming Center — Snacks and drinks provided — Connect with other neurodivergent young adults in a friendly environment.
Chili Cook-Off
11 a.m.-7:30 p.m. — Belleville Square — Enjoy delicious chili and beverages at this beloved local food festival.
Trunk or Treat Halloween Celebration
4-7 p.m. — Belleville West High School — Free entry — Enjoy trunk or treating, contests, and health screenings at this family-friendly Halloween event.
🏠 Belleville Real Estate
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