Good morning, Normal.

On Thursday, the Humane Society of Central Illinois asked for donations after its air conditioning failed during a heat emergency, and hundreds of local residents provided funds, fans and supplies to help.

Operations Manager Mandy Hawker said the shelter was cool and safe by Friday — the organization is still accepting contributions to replace a unit.

Normal West and Normal Community each received a $1.5K journalism grant from the Illinois Farm Bureau & the Illinois Press Foundation as part of a program that awarded grants to 26 high school journalism efforts statewide.

A lane reduction will start at 12 a.m. Tuesday, July 1 on West College Avenue between Parkside Road and White Oak Road for pavement repair in Normal—work is expected to finish by 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 1—and drivers should use caution.

Starting Tuesday, July 1 at 4 a.m., Fort Jesse Road between Landmark Drive and Greenbriar Drive will have a lane reduction for pavement repair—drivers are advised to use caution.

The lane will reopen at 12 p.m. daily and the repair work is expected to finish by Thursday, July 3, weather permitting.

Starting Monday, June 30 at 7 a.m., one eastbound right lane on Vernon Avenue between South Towanda Avenue and IAA Drive will be reduced for storm inlet repairs—work expected to finish by 5 p.m. on Thursday, July 3 weather permitting.

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.

Terrific Tuesday: Who's There?!? by Illinois Shakespeare Festival

10:00 – 10:40 AM — Connie Link Amphitheatre — Free entry — Experience a lively 40-minute performance where Hamlet meets A Midsummer Night’s Dream in a family-friendly romp.

Open House at 2236 Boulder Drive

3:30-4:30 p.m. — 2236 Boulder Drive — $284,900 — Explore this charming ranch home with a great backyard and modern features in Normal's North Fields Subdivision.

Free Popsicles in the Park

1-3 p.m. — White Oak Park — Free entry — Celebrate National Parks & Recreation Month with yard games, popsicles, and music.

Terrific Tuesday with the Illinois Shakespeare Festival

10:00 – 10:40 AM — Connie Link Amphitheatre — Free entry — Enjoy a lively performance combining tales from Hamlet and A Midsummer Night’s Dream for young audiences.

Cowboy Boots Night at The Corn Crib

6:30-8:00 p.m. — The Corn Crib — Various prizes available — Celebrate with the Corn Belters and enjoy a night filled with fun and family-friendly activities.