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Monday, November 17, 2025

M. U. Hall News

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Town of Normal receives $25K grant to expand community tree canopy

By M. U. Hall | Oct 30, 2025

The Town of Normal has received a $25,000 subgrant from the Morton Arboretum’s Chicago Region Trees Initiative (CRTI) to support efforts aimed at improving the local tree canopy.

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Town of Normal offers expanded self-service electronics recycling options for residents

By M. U. Hall | Oct 29, 2025

Self-service electronics recycling will be available for McLean County residents on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 8 a.m. to noon at the Town of Normal Public Works facility located at 1301 Warriner St., Normal, Illinois.

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Uptown Normal announces road closures for annual Treat Feast trick-or-treating event

By M. U. Hall | Oct 28, 2025

Uptown Normal will host its annual Treat Feast trick-or-treating event on Thursday, Oct. 30, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. The event is designed to provide a safe environment for families and children to participate in Halloween activities.

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Broadway Street in Normal closes for railroad repairs October 28

By M. U. Hall | Oct 28, 2025

A section of Broadway Street in Normal, Illinois will be closed starting at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, October 28.

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Airport Road lane reductions set for resurfacing from Oct. 25 to Nov. 7

By M. U. Hall | Oct 24, 2025

Weather permitting, intermittent lane reductions on Airport Road between Raab Road and Northtown Road in Normal will begin at 6:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 25, as street resurfacing work gets underway.

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Millions of dehumidifiers recalled nationwide due to fire risk

By M. U. Hall | Oct 20, 2025

More than two million dehumidifiers have been recalled due to a fire hazard, according to a recent announcement from the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

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Dehumidifier recall expands after reports of fires; residents urged to check their devices

By M. U. Hall | Oct 20, 2025

More than 1.5 million additional dehumidifiers have been recalled due to fire risks, according to an announcement by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

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Children’s Discovery Museum continues monthly Sensory Night events during Autism Acceptance Month

By M. U. Hall | Oct 20, 2025

The Children’s Discovery Museum in Normal has announced the continuation of its monthly Sensory Night series, coinciding with Autism Acceptance Month.

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Normal Fire Department promotes Knox Box program for secure emergency building access

By M. U. Hall | Oct 20, 2025

The Normal Fire Department is participating in the Knox Box program, which aims to provide emergency responders with non-destructive access to buildings during emergencies.

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Big Lebowski festival returns to Normal with film screening and bowling tournament

By M. U. Hall | Oct 20, 2025

The Normal Theater and Keg Grove Brewing Company are set to host the second annual “Out of Your Element: A Big Lebowski Festival” on Saturday, May 17.

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Normal receives $4 million in grants for infrastructure and community improvements

By M. U. Hall | Oct 20, 2025

In 2024, the Town of Normal secured $4 million in grants aimed at infrastructure, public safety, and quality of life improvements.

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Historical marker to honor Illinois Farm Bureau and COUNTRY Financial's centennial

By M. U. Hall | Oct 20, 2025

A historical marker will be dedicated at the IAA Campus on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, to honor the Illinois Farm Bureau and COUNTRY Financial.

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Greenbriar Drive to close for resurfacing from October 17 to October 24

By M. U. Hall | Oct 16, 2025

Greenbriar Drive in Normal will be closed for street resurfacing starting at 6:00 a.m. on Friday, October 17, weather permitting.

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Gov. candidate Dabrowski on property taxes in Hudson: 'The highest property taxes in the nation'

By M. U. Hall | Oct 14, 2025

Ted Dabrowski, a gubernatorial candidate for Illinois, announced his intention to address key issues such as property taxes, literacy in McLean County Unit School District 5, and prioritizing the needs of Illinois citizens.

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Uptown Normal announces road closures for Sugar Creek Arts Festival

By M. U. Hall | Oct 8, 2025

Several streets in Uptown Normal will be closed to traffic and parking restrictions will be enforced as preparations begin for the Sugar Creek Arts Festival, scheduled for October 11 and 12, 2025.

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Town of Normal offers monthly electronics recycling drop-off for McLean County residents

By M. U. Hall | Oct 2, 2025

Self-service electronics recycling will be available for McLean County residents on Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 8 a.m. to noon at the Town of Normal Public Works facility located at 1301 Warriner St., Normal, Illinois.