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Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of July.

CRIME NEWS

  • A Normal man who fled a traffic stop last month was arrested and now faces multiple gun charges—his actions led to the postponement of a live music event at the Castle Theatre.  The Pantagraph
  • A 16-year-old from Normal was sentenced to 20 years in prison for shooting another teen on Bloomington’s west side on February 8—he pleaded guilty to aggravated battery after being transferred from juvenile to adult court with five charges dropped—McLean County Judge William Yoder issued the sentence.  25 News Now

CULTURE NEWS

  • The McLean County Museum of History has received a national award for its asbestos exhibit.  The Pantagraph

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Five classrooms at Heartland Community College received world map murals printed on their walls with a special printer that uses eco-friendly ink as part of a pilot program to bring global learning to students. The project was funded by an $11,156 Library Arts Social Sciences Innovation Grant+ the college's global education committee led the effort.  The Pantagraph

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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