Normal Local News – Thursday, December 11th, 2025

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Thursday, December 11th, 2025

Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of December.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

➤ A broken down train blocked streets from Willow/Beech to East Emerson in Bloomington, so Normal Police urged drivers to take alternate routes via the Beaufort Street underpass (Towanda overpass) and reminded ISU students to plan extra time for finals until the blockage is lifted. 25 News Now

NORMAL EVENTS

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT

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.

Sat, 12/20/25

Saturday, December 20th, 2025
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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.

Sun, 12/21/25

Sunday, December 21st, 2025
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NORMAL REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

NORMAL JOB BOARD

JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

NORMAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

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