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Friday, May 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The annual McLean County Memorial Day Parade in Bloomington will start at 9 a.m. Monday, May 26 — it will be followed by ceremonies at Miller Park, Park Lawn Cemetery, and Evergreen Cemetery. The Pantagraph
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Illinois State University and Heartland Community College have launched a transfer partnership to ease the process for Heartland students pursuing an online bachelor's degree in business administration. The new agreement will simplify student transfers and expand access to the business program. The Pantagraph
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ A report from the National Taxpayers Union Foundation said that if Congress does not extend the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, Illinois taxpayers will pay about $2,800 more in taxes next year—this happens because cuts in deductions and credits will lower benefits, and state lawmakers must act to avoid even higher state taxes. Congress must approve a new tax reform package before taxes rise on New Year’s Day. Cities 92.9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Town of Normal launched a community survey on April 29th, 2024 to ask residents about town services such as housing, education, and public safety+ developed in partnership with Zencity, the survey uses online ads featuring local parks and festivals to gather secure, balanced feedback. The survey takes about 10 minutes to complete and does not collect personal information. City of Normal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Darla Glover volunteers at Carle BroMenn Medical Center in Normal by singing songs to calm patients during treatments—she is a classically trained opera singer who sings any song on request. Her music helps patients feel less scared and has led the hospital to consider recruiting more volunteers—staff say her singing adds comfort in tough times. Central Illinois Proud
SHOP NEWS
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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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