🌱 How will Glen Carbon’s new STAR Bond District shape future development?
Glen Carbon, Illinois Patch AM: a 4 min readGood morning Glen Carbon! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How will Glen Carbon’s new STAR Bond District shape future development?
- What’s planned for Glen Carbon’s 100th “Glentennial” Homecoming weekend?
- See which Glen Carbon student made Westminster’s elite Dean’s List
Also on today's calendar: Sports Week-School's Out FUN Camp-Summer and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 82 and low of 62 degrees.
- Thursday: Partly sunny and warm, temps: high: 86, low: 63. 🌶 Hot!
- Friday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 84 and low of 66 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Glen Carbon approved for STAR Bond District establishment, NOVA district designation (ibjonline.com) — Glen Carbon has been approved for a new STAR Bond District and NOVA designation, giving the village a powerful tool to finance future tourism and entertainment projects without raising existing taxes. No specific developments are approved yet, but village leaders say any proposals will undergo transparent review with opportunities for public input. 
• Plans Finalized, Sponsors Announced For Glen Carbon's 'Glentennial' Homecoming Happening June 19-20, 2026 (riverbender.com) — Glen Carbon is gearing up for its 100th Homecoming “Glentennial” celebration on Main Street June 19–20, with carnival rides, live music, a parade, and fireworks. Residents can enjoy shuttle service, discounted ride tickets, a Covered Bridge 5K, and a Touch-A-Truck open house at the Glen Carbon Fire Station, plus plenty of food, family activities, and sponsor-supported entertainment.
• Westminster College Announces Spring 2026 Dean's List (riverbender.com) — A Glen Carbon student, freshman Meg Greer, has earned a spot on Westminster College’s Spring 2026 Dean’s List, celebrating her strong academic performance. She’s one of 238 students recognized for achieving at least a 3.60 GPA while carrying 12 or more credit hours.
📸 Around Glen Carbon
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Upcoming Events in
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★ Featured events ★
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Divorce Done Differently: A Team Approach →
RE/MAX Alliance, 1121 University Dr, Edwardsville
11:30 am
Thursday June 4
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Other local events
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G.L.E.N. Committee Meeting →
Glen Carbon, IL Calendar, 151 North Main Street, Glen Carbon
7:00 pm -
Sports Week-School's Out FUN Camp-Summer →
Elite FT, 101 The Game Dr, Glen Carbon
9:00 am -
Finance and Administration Committee Meeting →
Glen Carbon, IL Calendar, 151 North Main Street, Glen Carbon
5:00 pm -
Public Services Committee Meeting →
Glen Carbon, IL Calendar, 151 North Main Street, Glen Carbon
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Village Board of Trustees Meeting →
Glen Carbon, IL Calendar, 151 N. Main Street, Glen Carbon
7:00 pm -
Edwardsville Chapter Meeting – TBA →
Bella Milano Edwardsville, 1063 S State Rte 157, Edwardsville
11:30 am -
ON THE ROAD AGAIN (Thursday) →
Wildey Theatre, 252 N Main St, Edwardsville
7:00 pm
Wednesday June 3
Friday June 5
Tuesday June 9
Thursday June 11
📣 Glen Carbon Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Historic Preservation Commission Meeting
City of Collinsville City Hall, 125 South Center Street Collinsville, Illinois 62234
5:30 pm -
Board Meeting →
Maryville, IL Calendar Maryville, IL 62062
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Heartsaver CPR Class
City of Collinsville Fire Station 1, 130 S. Clinton Street Collinsville, Illinois 622
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Water Aerobics
City of Collinsville Collinsville Aqua Park, 10 Gateway Dr. Collinsville, Illinois 62
7:00 pm
Wednesday June 3
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- YMCA of Greater St Louis posted a job opening for Adaptive Support Camp Counselor - CMT YMCA in Maryville. Apply here.
- Eaton Plc posted a job opening for Machine Operator I - 2nd Shift in Troy. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Glen Carbon here.
🗞 Nearby News
Edwardsville
- State Senator Jason Plummer Hosting America's 250th Birthday Art Contest For Students (effinghamradio.com)
- Granite City School District spotlights Joe Valencia of Lake ESSC (metroeastsun.com)
- WSIE steps into a new era with a stronger signal (ibjonline.com)
Maryville
- Stallions edged out in regional semifinals (morningsentinel.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Is the bar tender here? (Thank you W. M. for sending it in!)
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