Tuesday, February 4th, 2025

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Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 4th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington transitions its primary water supply from Lake Bloomington to Lake Evergreen, potentially altering tap water taste or smell, yet affirming safety and adherence to standards. WJBC
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A pedestrian was fatally injured in a collision in the parking lot of the Empire Plaza Shopping Center, with police and emergency teams responding to the incident. The Pantagraph
- ➤ One man perished and another was hospitalized following an ice fishing accident at Lake Evergreen in Comlara Park. WJBC
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ McLean County introduces the Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy Program (C-PACE) to help upgrade old properties and address housing shortages by offering long-term, fixed-rate energy improvement loans. WGLT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Three Central Illinois colleges are awarded a total of $311,185 by the Illinois Community College Board to enhance student mental health services in 2025. The Pantagraph
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Normal Town Council approved a $3 million reimbursement to Rivian Automotive for a sewer main extension for its west-side plant and received an update on the 2023 Strategic Plan. The Pantagraph
SHOP NEWS
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Paint Nite: Sparkle Daisy at BloNo Pizza Co.
Participants will engage in a guided painting session led by a professional artist, while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of BloNo Pizza Co.
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Pet Supplies Plus Adoption Event
An adoption event at Pet Supplies Plus where attendees can meet adoptable pets and learn about the shelter's offerings.
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Taskmaster NPL 2025 at Normal Community Activity Center
Experience an evening filled with laughter and creativity by participating in a series of humorous challenges inspired by the UK panel show Taskmaster, exclusively for individuals aged 18 and up.
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Miller Park Zoo Stampede: 5K Run and Fun Run
This event features a 5K run, a 3K walk, and a Fun Run for children under 10 in the picturesque setting of historic Miller Park.
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~ Native American Proverb
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