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Wednesday, February 25th, 2026
Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Central Illinois travelers are sheltering at the RIU Palace Pacifico near Puerto Vallarta after unrest sparked by a military raid. The group arrived safely last Saturday and will return home on Saturday as local services are set to resume. WGLT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Redbird Super Smash Bros. Club is set to host its first international tournament, Flash Flood, on Saturday, Feb. 28 at ISU’s Bone Student Center; the event will draw 256 competitors and top-ranked players from Japan, Peru, Mexico and the United Kingdom with translators provided. WGLT
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Sharin' of the Green Parade
1-3 p.m. — Uptown Normal — Donation-based — Celebrate Irish heritage by donning green and supporting local families through community donations.
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