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Wednesday, June 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A gallery of 69 photos shows the progress of building work on well-known landmarks in Bloomington-Normal, highlighting downtown improvements, roundabout developments, and restaurant projects. The pictures capture both past and ongoing efforts that mark changes in the local area + reflect decades of progress. The Pantagraph
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Corey D. Campbell of Anchor pleaded guilty to delivering cocaine that led to Dawson Boner's fatal overdose in November 2024—he received a 15-year prison sentence. 25 News Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rob Fazzini served as branch president at Busey Bank in Bloomington-Normal and helped support local projects like the Shoppes at College Hills, Coffee Hound, and a key change at Lucca Grill—he will be honored on June 18 at the History Makers gala at Illinois State University. WGLT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, the McLean County Executive Committee approved a $1.34 million grant for Home Sweet Home Ministries’ non-congregate shelter project — The Bridge will offer 48 units, a clubhouse and a pet area. The proposal will be presented to the McLean County Board on June 12th — construction is expected to begin in early July as the ministry finalizes a land agreement. WJBC
SPORTS NEWS
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Tailgates N' Tallboys Country Music Festival
All Day — McLean County Fairgrounds — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the joy of country music with live performances and a vibrant atmosphere.
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Sign & Sing with Communication Junction
10:00-10:30 a.m. — Underwood Park — Free entry — Engage in stories, signs, and bubbles with Miss Meghan for kids ages birth to 5.
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Open House at 306 N Blair Drive
10:00am - 11:00am — 306 N Blair Drive — $219,900 — Explore a beautifully updated home with ample outdoor space in Normal's Mission Hills Subdivision.
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Family Paint Party
6:30-8:30 p.m. — BloNo Pizza Co. — Supplies included — Unleash your creativity in a fun and guided painting experience for all ages.
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Adie Mendez Live Performance
11 p.m. — Uptown Circle — Free entry — Enjoy a night of contemporary vocals from Chicago's Adie Mendez under the stars.
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