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Friday, October 31st, 2025
Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of October.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Olympia FFA placed first overall at the Section 9 Horse Judging Career Development Event (held on Oct 15th) (showing the team's strength in horse judging skills). The Pantagraph
- ➤ Heartland Community College will host an event to honor veterans and active service members and recognize the Marine Corps' 250th anniversary on Nov. 10 from 11 a.m. to noon—this ceremony will mark a significant moment for those who have served. The Pantagraph
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ McLean County residents can drop off electronics for self-service recycling on Saturday, Nov. 1 from 8 a.m. to noon in Normal—this event will continue on the first Saturday morning of each month. The Pantagraph
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington-Normal native Denny Matthews, the voice of the Royals, will marry Amy Baker on November 15 inside Kaufmann Stadium in Kansas City. Matthews, who will turn 83 just a day before—marking his first marriage—will host a ballpark-themed wedding with about 150 guests and familiar ballpark food. WGLT
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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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City of Bloomington Turkey Trot
9-11 a.m. — Miller Park — Free entry — A family-friendly event featuring runs and walks to kick off Thanksgiving Day.
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