Belleville, IL May 13, 2019 – St. Clair County Transit District announced a new shuttle service to the World Wide Technology Raceway (WWT) (formerly Gateway Racetrack) for three upcoming races.  The shuttle is a low cost and easy alternative for fans traveling to and from WWT Raceway.  Shuttle drop off and pick up will take …

Transit is a great option for the upcoming nationally acclaimed art fair in downtown Belleville this weekend, Art on the Square.  Now in its 18th year, Art on the Square is held annually the weekend after Mother’s Day.  The celebration features the original work of over 100 accomplished international artists, musical and stage performances as …

The St. Clair County Transit District (SCCTD) hosted an event in celebration of the new “Rails, Trails and Art” installation featuring ten, vibrant, moving Shtick People Sculptures created by local architect-artist Gary Karasek, which are now positioned along the 11-mile MetroBikeLink. The free, community event, was held Saturday, May 11, at 9 a.m. at the …

The St. Clair County Transit District (SCCTD) is hosting an event in celebration of the new “Rails, Trails and Art” installation featuring ten, vibrant, moving Shtick People Sculptures created by local architect-artist Gary Karasek, which are now positioned along the 11-mile MetroBikeLink. This free, community event, slated for Saturday, May 11, from 9 a.m. to …

Members of the Belleville Running Club (BRC) planted 16 Hackberry trees along the MetroBikeLink trail between the McKinley connector and Green Mount Road.  These native trees, donated by Forest ReLeaf, will be planted approximately 50 feet apart from each other on the south side of the trail. The BRC is co-sponsor of the Belleville Main …

The St. Clair County Transit District (SCCTD) Board of Trustees continues to work to improve the rider experience in Southwestern Illinois. At the April 16 Board meeting, they approved two contracts to continue to improve service for all riders and residents. The board approved two contracts to improve the rider experience.  The SCCTD Board awarded …

The St. Clair County Transit District (SCCTD) Board of Trustees continues to work to improve the rider experience in Southwestern Illinois. At the April 16 Board meeting, they approved a contract with TMD to conduct a comprehensive analysis of the 18 fixed bus routes in Southwestern Illinois. The study will look at changing service options …

The St. Clair County Transit District (SCCTD) is hosting a public event celebrating Rails, Trails and Art with food, fun, and prizes along the MetroBikeLink featuring local architect-artist, Gary Karasek’s Schtick People Sculptures on Saturday, May 11, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Belleville MetroLink Station and along the MetroBikeLink Trail. Sponsored by …

The Bike Trail from Old Caseyville Rd to Memorial Station will be closed for repairs on Monday, April 8, 2019 and will reopen on Tuesday April 9, 2019.  Please be alert of the construction traffic entering and exiting at the Bike Trail at Old Caseyville Road.  SCCTD thanks you in advance for your patience and …

The St. Clair County Transit District (SCCTD) teamed up with Art on the Square, UMB Bank, and local architect-artist Gary Karasek to bring art to life along eleven miles of the MetroLink and MetroBikeLink trail in St. Clair County.  Sponsored by UMB Bank, Rails, Trails, and Art is a series of vibrant, moving Shtick People …

Southwestern Illinois Development Authority (SWIDA) and Bywater Development Group joined with Bi-State Development and other key stakeholders and guests for the official ribbon cutting celebrating the grand opening of Metro Landing of Swansea. The $11 million, transit-oriented development (TOD) introduces senior apartment living adjacent to the Swansea MetroLink Station in Swansea, Ill., and has opened …