Good morning, Normal.

Bloomington, Normal, and McLean County will host their first-ever drone show on Thursday, July 2 at the Interstate Center in Bloomington.

The family-friendly event is part of the country’s 250th celebration and will feature about 300 light drones, live music (7 p.m. and 8 p.m.) and local food.

Extreme heat continues with the National Weather Service warning in effect until midnight Thursday, so families have headed to splash pads at Miller Park and Tipton Park to stay cool.

Children play in the water while parents watch closely and remind everyone to stay hydrated + be safe.

Toni Tucker retired from Ewing Cultural Center after 14 years of restoring the historic estate — work that opened the property to the public on June 30.

She will continue volunteering and working on new projects at the center.

Northbound Linden Street between Emerson Street and Virginia Avenue is closed — water main work is underway with crews installing a new main effective immediately.

McLean County Health Department is promoting safe sex today through its PReP for HIV program, which offers free testing for HIV and other STIs, along with contraceptives and education to reduce stigma.

The initiative empowers locals to take charge of their health.

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.

Micro Spice Acoustic Evening

7-10 p.m. — CRAFTED Coffee & Wine — Free entry — Experience the warm sounds of an acoustic duo on a summer Friday night.

Aqua Zumba Fitness Class

7 p.m. — Anderson Aquatic Center — Contact for pricing — Dive into low-impact, high-energy fun while toning muscles in the water.