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Tuesday, October 21, 2025

McLean County Times Reports News

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Bloomington-Normal selects new electric aggregation supplier with fixed rate increase

By A. F. Horst | Oct 20, 2025

The City of Bloomington and the Town of Normal have selected Constellation NewEnergy, Inc. as the new supplier for their Electric Aggregation program after a competitive bidding process.

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Sweet Corn Circus set for Uptown Normal with performances and local vendors

By A. F. Horst | Oct 20, 2025

Sweet Corn Circus will return to Uptown Normal on August 23 and 24, bringing a weekend of performances and activities to the area.

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Chippewa Street in Savannah Green subdivision to close for reconstruction starting June 2

By A. F. Horst | Oct 20, 2025

Beginning June 2, Chippewa Street in the Savannah Green subdivision will be closed for reconstruction.

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Normal seeks public input on CDBG performance report for program year 2024-2025

By C. E. Mcgee | Oct 20, 2025

The Town of Normal has announced the opening of a public comment period and a public hearing regarding its Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program’s Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for the 2024-2025 program...

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Normal officials address fatal incident at pop-up party near Illinois State University

By C. E. Mcgee | Oct 20, 2025

The Town of Normal is addressing the aftermath of a mass gathering that occurred on September 29 near Illinois State University, which resulted in a fatality.

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Town of Normal celebrates Arbor Day with educational events and Tree City USA recognition

By A. F. Horst | Oct 20, 2025

The Town of Normal Parks & Recreation Department will mark National Arbor Day and its continued recognition as a Tree City USA with two educational events.

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Holi Moli festival returns April 12 with street closures in Uptown Normal

By A. F. Horst | Oct 20, 2025

A Festival of Colors: Holi Moli will return to Uptown Normal on Saturday, April 12, from 1 to 4 p.m. The event is organized by the South Asian Performing Arts Students and Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Clubs at Normal Community High School.

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Illinois State University and Town of Normal launch joint campus roadway safety initiative

By C. E. Mcgee | Oct 20, 2025

Illinois State University and the Town of Normal have announced a joint effort to address transportation safety on and around the ISU campus.

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Town of Normal receives $25,000 grant for community tree canopy improvements

By A. F. Horst | Oct 20, 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 community's tree canopy.

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High school summer theatre program announces auditions and performances of “Guys and Dolls

By A. F. Horst | Oct 20, 2025

Normal’s High School Summer Theatre Program will stage the musical “Guys and Dolls” at the Connie Link Amphitheatre from June 12 to June 21.

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Children’s Discovery Museum receives $1 million for new agriculture exhibit

By C. E. Mcgee | Oct 20, 2025

The Children’s Discovery Museum in Normal has announced plans to open a new agriculture exhibit in 2026, supported by a $1 million donation from the McLean County Farm Bureau.

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Town of Normal announces key leadership appointments

By A. F. Horst | Oct 20, 2025

Several leadership changes have been announced in the Town of Normal’s administration, according to City Manager Pamela Reece.

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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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Illinois law reminds drivers to yield for emergency vehicles using lights and sirens

By C. E. Mcgee | Oct 20, 2025

When drivers in Illinois encounter an emergency vehicle using lights and sirens, state law requires them to pull to the right side of the road and allow the vehicle to pass.

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Illinois State announces permanent home for Percy Family Hall of Fame at CEFCU Arena

By D. H. Klein | Oct 20, 2025

Illinois State University Athletics has announced that the Percy Family Hall of Fame will soon have a permanent location inside CEFCU Arena.

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Normal Theater hosts film series for Black History Month and queer cinema

By A. F. Horst | Oct 20, 2025

The Normal Theater will present two film series in February and March, focusing on Black History Month and queer cinema.

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Bloomington-Normal launches "BN The Solution" campaign on homelessness awareness

By A. F. Horst | Oct 20, 2025

The City of Bloomington and the Town of Normal have introduced a joint initiative called “BN The Solution,” aimed at raising awareness about homelessness and panhandling in Bloomington-Normal and McLean County.

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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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Normal to rename Fairview Aquatic Center after former Mayor Kent Karraker

By A. F. Horst | Oct 20, 2025

The Town of Normal has announced plans to rename the Fairview Aquatic Center in honor of former Mayor Kent Karraker.

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Town of Normal installs crowd-sourced time-lapse photo stations across community

By C. E. Mcgee | Oct 20, 2025

The Town of Normal has introduced a new initiative to document the changing landscapes across the community by installing 10 time-lapse photo stations.