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Fire damages Highland Avenue home; resident and dogs safe

By A. F. Horst | Oct 20, 2025

A house in the 300 block of Highland Avenue suffered significant damage after a fire broke out in the kitchen on Monday afternoon.

Town of Normal announces Stride & Ride event closing College Avenue on July 20

By A. F. Horst | Oct 20, 2025

The Town of Normal has announced plans to hold the "Normal Stride & Ride" open streets event on Sunday, July 20.

Mall Drive northbound closure scheduled from October 20 to October 24

By A. F. Horst | Oct 17, 2025

Northbound Mall Drive between College Avenue and Plaza Drive, as well as the east leg of the Mall Drive/Plaza Drive intersection, will be closed to all traffic starting at 7:00 a.m. on Monday, October 20, 2025.

Traffic pattern changes set for College Avenue and Landmark Drive on October 16

By A. F. Horst | Oct 15, 2025

Weather permitting, traffic patterns and lane closures will change at the intersection of College Avenue and Landmark Drive starting at 7:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 16.

Lane reduction planned for North University Street for pavement repairs

By A. F. Horst | Oct 15, 2025

A lane reduction will take place on North University Street in Normal, Illinois, between West College Avenue and West Willow Street starting at 4 a.m. on Thursday, October 16.

Town of Normal to begin annual leaf collection program on October 27

By A. F. Horst | Oct 14, 2025

The Town of Normal will start its annual leaf vacuuming program on Monday, October 27.

West Raab Road lane reduction scheduled for pavement repair in Normal

By A. F. Horst | Oct 14, 2025

Beginning at 5 a.m. on Wednesday, October 15, a lane reduction will take place on West Raab Road in Normal, Illinois.

East Mulberry Street lane reduction scheduled for pavement repairs in Normal

By A. F. Horst | Oct 10, 2025

Beginning at 6 a.m. on Monday, October 13, a lane reduction will take place on East Mulberry Street between South Maple Street and North Walnut Street to allow for pavement repair, according to the Town of Normal.

Sen. Rose on Illinois budget: Democrats spent '$40 million for welcoming programs for illegals'

By A. F. Horst | Oct 9, 2025

Chapin Rose, a senator of the Illinois State Senate, has expressed concerns over Governor JB Pritzker's budget priorities.

Road closures announced for ISU homecoming kickoff tree lighting on October 13

By A. F. Horst | Oct 9, 2025

Illinois State University President Aondover Tarhule and Normal Mayor Chris Koos will begin the university’s 2025 Homecoming with a tree-lighting ceremony on Monday, October 13, at Uptown Circle in Normal.

Town of Normal approves $3M reimbursement for Rivian’s sewer infrastructure expansion

By A. F. Horst | Oct 3, 2025

On February 3, the Town of Normal approved a reimbursement of up to $3 million for Rivian Automotive to install sewer infrastructure required for the company's plant expansion.