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Sunday, August 17th, 2025

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Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • On Aug. 16, 2025, families visited Rader Family Farms in Normal for the first day of the Sunflower Days Festival, enjoying 19 kinds of sunflowers, a zinnia field shaped like a butterfly, and interactive activities—an effort to bring people outdoors away from screens. The four-day festival, which started during the COVID-19 pandemic, offered a simple way for residents to reconnect with nature and enjoy quality time together.  The Pantagraph

BUSINESS NEWS

  • A T-Mobile store is one of three businesses planned for the former Logan's Roadhouse in Normal + Chase Bank will open a branch at the former Red Robin site.  The Pantagraph

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Next week, lane reductions will affect traffic on Raab Road and Truman Drive as pavement repairs start Monday—a planned measure in Normal.  The Pantagraph

EVENTS

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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.

    Fri, 8/22/25

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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.

    Mon, 9/1/25

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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.

    Fri, 9/5/25

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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.

    Sat, 9/6/25

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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.

    Mon, 9/8/25

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