Good morning, Normal.

Miller Park Zoo will close early on Nov.

20 to honor its staff following a successful accreditation process by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.

Seven candidates, including three incumbents, are vying for four open seats on the Tri-Valley school district board in the upcoming April 1 election, reflecting a competitive race.

Heartland Community College plans a public hearing on Dec.

17 for a proposed $37.6 million tax levy, reflecting a 10.49% property value increase in its district.

Jeffrey Flessner, a long-serving trustee at Heartland Community College, resigns to spend more time with his family, effective Dec.

1.

Normal Town Council aims for a $14.9M property tax levy for 2024, up 4.9% from 2023, likely resulting in higher bills for residents despite a predicted drop in the tax rate due to rising assessed property values.

McLean County plans to conduct several focused mini behavioral health forums in 2025, shifting from its traditional large annual forum to more targeted events.

A variety of McLean County restaurants and organizations will be open on Thanksgiving Day, offering special meals and options for those seeking dining out or take-out.

The Girls Intercity Basketball Tournament in Bloomington-Normal will, for the first time, join the boys tournament at Illinois Wesleyan's Shirk Center, marking a significant step for gender equity in sports.

Time Management Workshop: Achieve Your Goals Effectively

Learn how to create a personalized schedule, overcome time management challenges, and set SMART goals in this interactive online workshop.

Overcoming Test Anxiety Workshop

Learn effective strategies to manage and overcome test anxiety in this interactive online workshop designed for students.

Festival of Trees

Experience the enchanting atmosphere of the Festival of Trees featuring festive displays, holiday crafts for children, and live entertainment to celebrate the holiday season.

Festival of Trees - A Holiday Celebration for Children

Experience central Illinois' premier holiday extravaganza featuring a stunning display of festive trees to support local children.

Creative Family Paint Night: Cute Christmas Duo

Experience an evening of artistic fun and creativity at the Family Paint Party, where participants can create a beautiful painting guided by an experienced instructor while enjoying delicious pizza.

City of Bloomington Thanksgiving Turkey Trot

Celebrate Thanksgiving Day with a community tradition featuring a fun run, prizes, and special giveaways in historic Miller Park.

PLAYTime: Toddler Open Gym

Experience a fun-filled open gym session designed exclusively for toddlers to play, socialize, and burn off energy in a safe environment.

Home for the Holidays Trivia Night Fundraiser

Experience a fun trivia night filled with raffles and prizes while supporting a local shelter's end-of-year fundraising efforts.

Glass Holiday Sale - Unique Gift Fair

Explore an array of handmade glass gifts and support the Glass Program at this cash-only holiday sale.

The Nutcracker Performance at Braden Auditorium

Experience a classic holiday ballet with a live performance of The Nutcracker at Braden Auditorium.