Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 14th of July.
Good morning, Normal.
Normal police are searching for Jordan Jackson, a 25-year-old man who is missing and may be at risk—he is described as a Black male who stands 6 feet 1 inch tall and weighs 200 pounds with black hair.
A mural honoring Abraham Lincoln’s lost speech was dedicated on May 29 in downtown Bloomington to mark the 169th anniversary, and local groups backed the project—artist Troy Freeman painted the wall at Rosie’s Pub after funding and input were secured.
Leaders from Bloomington and Normal are asking the McLean County Board to temporarily stop collecting the 1% sales tax meant for mental health and public safety programs and to audit spending from a fund that holds about $20 million—money used for projects like a jail expansion and a homeless village. The cities would keep roughly $3 million and $2 million each year, and the proposal will be discussed at an executive committee meeting at 4 p.m. today with a full board decision on Thursday.
McLean County Clerk Kathy Michael — who handles vital records and business registrations — announced she is running for re-election with the primary set for March 17.
She said her staff digitized records, started a free property fraud alert system, and ran 26 elections with no credible fraud claims.
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.
Emmett Isabel Osorio Live Concert
11 PM — Uptown Circle — Free entry — Experience heartfelt music dedicated to empowerment and memories in a beautiful outdoor setting.
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