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Today in NormalMon., Nov. 2
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- Sunrise 6:27 a.m.
- Sunset 4:51 p.m.
Things to do
260 events in Normal this week, from the Normal events calendar.
- U5MP Extravaganza at Normal WestDetails
- Develop Public Speaking SkillsDetails
- SportsIllinois State University Women's Basketball vs Chicago StateDetails
- Business & NetworkingFoodies + New Friends: Normal | Small Town Edition$23.18Details
- Classes & Talks"Procrastination Domination" WorkshopDetails
- OutdoorsIO Cycle 40$20+Details
- Family & KidsARTology (5-12 yrs)FamilyDetails
- Family & KidsPLAYtimeFamilyDetails
- CommunityNovember Volunteer OrientationDetails
- Arts & CultureArtist Reception - AJ Westley: Looking At MenDetails
- Arts & CultureIndie RPG Club Book Club Meeting Ryuutama [11/03/2026]Details
- MusicPiano Studio RecitalDetails
- Sports3rd-7th Grade Turn 2 Tuesday$25+Details
- Health & WellnessBloomington Saturday Story TimeFamilyDetails
- Family & KidsNeighborhood Toy Store Day at Gingerbread House ToysFamilyDetails
- Family & KidsBook Signing with Illinois Children's Book Author Joel Shoemaker at Bobzbay Books!FamilyDetails
- Family & KidsPuzzle Party: Jigsaw Puzzle ExchangeFamilyDetails
- OutdoorsIO Cycle 45$20+Details
- Classes & TalksBloomington High School Band Craft ShowFreeDetails
- SportsNormal Community High School Girls Swimming & Diving Sectional$7Details
- Food & DrinkMen's Prayer BrunchDetails
- Family & Kids🌙 KIDS NIGHT OUT at Iron Coyote!FamilyDetails
- Music2 Sweet BandDetails
- MusicThe Tucked in T’s Duo at Hungarian Club Supper, BloomingtonDetails
- Family & KidsD&D for KidsFamilyDetails
- MusicLive music by The Greg Glick Band at Minier Tap in MinierDetails
- CommunityUSO Review: Veterans Day Tribute$12.51Details
- MusicZZ King - Tribute to ZZ Top$60+Details
- SportsRedder for Edder 3 Mile Run and Walk$25Details
- Markets & ShoppingHoliday Makers MarketDetails
- OutdoorsIO Cycle 45$20+Details
- MusicSoul Rebels 4 Christ Fall ConcertDetails
- Food & Drink2026 Mackinaw Vineyard Holiday Cheer & Homemade Market at Mackinaw Valley Winery & VineyardDetails
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Around Normal
From The Pantagraph, Telemundo Chicago and 6 more newsrooms, gathered by TMI, 6AM City’s local news service.
The Pantagraph1 hour ago
McLean County proposes $150.4 million budget, expects tax rate to hit 20-year low, on The PantagraphMcLean County's property tax rate could reach its lowest level in more than 20 years, even as its proposed budget grows to $150.4 million.
Telemundo Chicago2 hours ago
Identifican a adolescente fallecida en un tiroteo masivo cerca de Illinois Wesleyan, on Telemundo ChicagoAutoridades identificaron a Giana Dettloff, de 19 años, como la adolescente que murió en un tiroteo masivo. Conoce lo que se sabe.
The Pantagraph2 hours ago
Normal council to consider $863,729 expansion for Children’s Discovery Museum water exhibit, on The PantagraphNormal council members will consider an $863,729 construction contract Monday to expand the Children’s Discovery Museum, creating space for a larger water table exhibit expected to open in early 2028.
The Pantagraph3 hours ago
Normal council to review property tax levy, hold hearing on Raab Road TIF district, on The PantagraphNormal council members will consider a higher property tax levy with a lower estimated rate Monday and hold a public hearing on a proposed Raab Road tax increment financing district.
RiverBender.com3 hours ago
Calhoun, East St. Louis Host Football Playoff Showdowns, on RiverBender.comEast St. Louis and Hardin Calhoun host IHSA football playoff games, while Roxana, Highland, Cahokia and Triad travel in the second round.
Central Illinois Proud4 hours ago
Normal Police Department launches citizen survey, on Central Illinois ProudThe Normal Police Department has launched an anonymous community survey regarding its services and performance as part of an ongoing accreditation process.
WGIL4 hours ago
Violinist Jenny Scheinman brings a week of free jazz to Knox College and the Orpheum, on WGILStudents rehearse four of her compositions, and the public can join workshops Nov. 2-4 and a jam session at Smokin' Willies on Nov. 5.
www.cities929.com6 hours ago
Election Officials Demand WGLT Retract Article, on www.cities929.comKathy Michael, McLean County Clerk and Will Nesbitt, Executive Director of the Bloomington Elections Commissio...
Peoria Journal Star6 hours ago
Vote for Journal Star Boys Athlete of the Week for Oct. 26-31, presented by CEFCU, on Peoria Journal StarMorton, Peoria Notre Dame and Pekin high school athletes are among those up for the Journal Star Boys Athlete of the Week for Oct. 26-31, presented by CEFCU.
State Farm7 hours ago
Understanding the Issues in Illinois, on State FarmAuto Insurance Rates in Illinois: Expected Future Costs Versus Past Financial ResultsAt State Farm, we understand that the price of insurance matters to our customers, especially as families continue to manage rising household expenses. We also recognize that an auto insurance rate increase may be frustrating or confusing, particularly after rec...
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