Normal Local News – Saturday, March 14th, 2026

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Saturday, March 14th, 2026

Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of March.

CULTURE NEWS

➤ Chenoa (in McLean County) Mayor David Shane highlights new investments including a bike trail extension and wayfinding signage in his 2026 Route 66 Centennial blog series. The series spotlights local heritage and invites travelers to explore historic sites along Route 66. Visit Bloomington-Normal
➤ Actor Bob Odenkirk will visit Normal Theater on April 2 to discuss his new neo western thriller Normal after a 7 p.m. screening, with screenwriter Derek Kolstad joining him (moderated by Ryan Denham) while tickets remain available. The film will open in theaters on April 17. WGLT

ECONOMY NEWS

➤ Patrick Hoban resigned Friday from the Economic Development Council to become Ameren's economic development manager. The council is now searching for a new CEO. The Pantagraph

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced a new IHDAccess Home program earlier this week to help first-time buyers with down payments in Normal and across Illinois. The program gives buyers 6% of the purchase price—up to $15,000—and is set for a $50 million budget boost in 2027. Cities 92.9
➤ The Town of Normal is seeking community feedback on plans to renovate Rosa Parks Commons along Raab Road off Constitution Trail. Town staff will review conceptual designs for redevelopment, including a new playground, at 6 p.m. Mar. 18 at the Normal Community Activity Center. WGLT

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