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Tuesday, April 29th, 2025
Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man is recovering after being shot Sunday night at the Bone Student Center — police said his injuries were non-life-threatening and that the investigation is ongoing with possible additional arrests. WJBC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Emily Bollinger is a digital producer at WGLT who now directs photography, videography and digital content—she first worked there as a graduate assistant and intern before joining permanently. WGLT
- ➤ Longtime Pantagraph photo editor David Proeber—who retired in 2022—will open his new fine art photography exhibit Visions Curses Blessings at McLean County Arts Center from May 2 to June 6. He will host a reception and book launch on May 2 from 5 to 7 p.m., presenting 21 photos that show women expressing their religious identity by drawing on biblical inspiration. The Pantagraph
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Heartland Community College Student Government Association announced new student officers who will serve for the 2025-26 academic year—details await further review. The Pantagraph
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Illinois General Assembly is reviewing a bill that lets people sue over threatening flyers on private property following a recent antisemitic flyer incident in Bloomington-Normal—State Rep. Sharon Chung co-sponsored the measure while critics say it may misuse free speech rights. State Rep. Dave Vella, who now leads the effort, plans to amend the vague language and will meet with groups to decide if the bill will be revived this session or later. WGLT
- ➤ Today, lane reductions are planned along West Hovey Avenue and Towanda Avenue in Normal. The Pantagraph
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Unit 5K Fun Run
2 PM — Maxwell Park — Registration fee required — Participate in the 4th Annual Unit 5K to support local education initiatives.
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Monarch Butterfly Paint Nite
6:30-8:30 p.m. — BloNo Pizza Co. — Cost of supplies included — Unleash your inner artist while enjoying pizza and drinks in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere.
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Family Paint Party
6:30-8:30 p.m. — BloNo Pizza Co. — Cost of participation — Enjoy a fun-filled evening of creativity with guided painting and delicious food.
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