Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of June.
Good morning, Normal.
More than 20 teams will pull a 109,000-pound Boeing 737 by hand Saturday at CIRA to raise over $50,000 for Special Olympics Illinois.
McLean County businessman G.J.
Mecherle (who saw flaws in early auto insurance) founded State Farm and transformed the industry with new practices that continue to shape insurance today.
Summer Horticulture Field Day 2026
8:30 AM – 3:00 PM — Rader Family Farms — Tickets Required — Explore horticulture through tours and presentations on specialty crops at this engaging field day.
Beauty and the Beatz Day Party
1-4 p.m. — DESTIHL Brewery and Beer Hall — $48.31 — Enjoy a lively day party with music and great vibes.
Fourth of July Sky Concert
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Fairview Park — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with fireworks set to music and family activities at Fairview Park.
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