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Sunday, December 7th, 2025
Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of December.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Daiso is set to open its new store location in early 2026 in Normal and will host a hiring event this month. The Pantagraph
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Families gathered along Center Street — a key route linking Normal and Bloomington — for the annual Jaycee’s Christmas Parade, celebrating holiday spirit and local traditions. The Pantagraph
- ➤ Miller Park Zoo’s red panda and red wolf were seen on Dec. 5 as staff prepared for Wild Lights at the Zoo, which will run Dec. 12-13 and Dec. 19-20. The Pantagraph
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Illinois State upset No-1 North Dakota State 29-28 yesterday, advancing to the FCS playoffs quarterfinals next weekend. Coach Brock Spack called for a two-point conversion after a late touchdown, and Tommy Rittenhouse threw three touchdowns as the Redbirds improved to 10-4. WGLT
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Santa's Station at Uptown Normal
1-4 p.m. — Uptown Normal — Free; donations appreciated — Experience holiday cheer with Santa, crafts, and music at his train depot.
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Indiana State Sycamores vs. Illinois State Redbirds Men's Basketball
4-5:30 p.m. — CEFCU Arena — Watch live for free — Witness a thrilling college basketball matchup between local rivals.
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