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Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of July.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Normal Public Library will reopen later this month after a 15-month renovation that included asbestos abatement, new seating, and updated tech areas. Library staff say the upgrade now features a new café, improved kids and teen zones, and a makerspace — all designed to give local families better access to learning and community programs.  The Pantagraph

SPORTS NEWS

  • Bill King was a radio announcer from Bloomington who called Oakland Athletics games for 25 years and became known for his catchphrase Holy Toledo!—He played baseball in high school and was later honored by the Baseball Hall of Fame—leaving an enduring mark on sports broadcasting.  The Pantagraph
  • East Peoria graduate David Perkins won his first PGA Tour championship Sunday at the Omnium Explore NB Open in Canada, earning more than $200,000 by shooting negative 19 over four rounds. Perkins—an Illinois State University alum—has finished in the top five three times and the top 10 six times professionally.  Central Illinois Proud

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Wed, 7/9/25

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  • 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.

    Tue, 7/15/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 7/19/25

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  • 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.

    Sun, 7/20/25

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  • 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.

    Tue, 7/22/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 7/25/25

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  • Emmett Isabel Osorio Live Concert

    11 PM — Uptown Circle — Free entry — Experience heartfelt music dedicated to empowerment and memories in a beautiful outdoor setting.

    Wed, 8/6/25

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