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Wednesday, October 15th, 2025
Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of October.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Illinois State University will host its 2025 homecoming kickoff and tree lighting event—inviting students and alumni to mark the season with festive activities captured on video. The Pantagraph
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ District 87 is holding a public hearing today at 6:30 p.m. at Bloomington High School to consider a proposed $20 million bond sale that will fund facility renovations and debt restructuring—extending repayment to 2037. Chief financial officer Michael Cornale said the funds, which include support for the early education center and south gym, will allow work to begin as early as summer 2026 if the sale is approved. WGLT
- ➤ The Town of Normal announced that it will start its annual leaf vacuuming program Monday, October 27 — crews will work one zone at a time in the order 3, 4, 1, 2, 5. City of Normal
- ➤ Normal Police Department finished renovating its wellness center by expanding the gym + locker rooms to support officers' health initiatives. The Pantagraph
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Oktoberfest Rotary Run
2-4 p.m. — Union Park — Fundraiser entry — Participate in the Annual Oktoberfest 5K Run and 1 mile Fun Walk to support local youth services.
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2025 Pumpkin Smash
10 AM – 2 PM — Rader Family Farms — Check website for costs — Smash pumpkins and learn about environmental impact through fun activities.
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