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Thursday, August 14th, 2025
Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Unit 5 families and staff are sad over the loss of teacher Shawn Anderson, 57, who died in a bicycle crash at Comlara Park in Hudson this week — authorities are investigating the crash as the new school year starts on Aug. 21. WGLT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The McLean County Sheriff’s Office will join with the Illinois State Police, Decatur Police Department & Howard G. Buffett Foundation to form the Illinois Trafficking Enforcement Group that will fight human trafficking and support local victims. Central Illinois Proud
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington-Normal has a long history of protests that sometimes turned violent, like the streetcar strike in 1917—when workers clashed with authorities. These events helped shape local labor unions and left a lasting mark on the community's past. WGLT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Illinois State University expanded its move-in schedule for the 2025-26 school year so hundreds of new students arrived at campus with a smoother transition; university officials expect the change to ease crowding on move-in day. The Pantagraph
- ➤ Illinois State University students began moving into residence halls today—starting a busy move-in process as they settle in for the term. The Pantagraph
- ➤ Illinois State University students moving in this week can pick up free furniture and clothes provided by the Office of Sustainability—items are rescued from last year’s move-out and will be available for first-come, first-served pickup at noon today. The program helps reduce waste while easing the cost of moving in. Central Illinois Proud
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Corn Crib Pro Rodeo
7-9 p.m. — The Corn Crib — Family-friendly fun — Experience thrilling bull riding and bronc riding at this inaugural rodeo event in Normal, IL.
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Paint Nite at BloNo Pizza Co.
6:30-8:30 p.m. — BloNo Pizza Co. — Supplies included — Create memories and masterpieces while being guided by a professional artist.
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Hello Bob Live Concert
11 PM — Uptown Circle — Free entry — Enjoy 80’s alternative hits performed by local band Hello Bob.
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Day of the Dozer
10 AM – 4 PM — McLean County Fairgrounds — Adults are FREE — Kids get to drive heavy construction equipment with professional guidance in a safe environment.
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Family Paint Party
6:30-8:30 p.m. — BloNo Pizza Co. — Tips appreciated — Create memories and masterpieces at this family-friendly paint night led by a professional artist.
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