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Sunday, January 4th, 2026
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 4th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Olympia FFA alumni and supporters will host a dinner and auction at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 17 in Bloomington (event details will be shared soon). Community members are invited to join and support the initiative. The Pantagraph
- ➤ Business + nonprofit leaders in Bloomington-Normal have shared their resolutions for 2026, outlining planned challenges and future achievements to boost local progress. The Pantagraph
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington officials advise water conservation today as low reservoir levels at Lake Bloomington and Evergreen Lake continue amid drought. Residents are urged to reduce both outdoor and household water use (official guidance issued this week) to help manage limited local water supplies. The Pantagraph
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington-Normal and county leaders shared their resolutions for 2026, outlining plans to improve services and boost economic development. They will roll out new policies and community programs in the coming months. The Pantagraph
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Trampled By Turtles Concert
7-10 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $38.00+ — Experience the unique blend of bluegrass and rock from Duluth's own Trampled by Turtles.
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Taylorville - A Tribute to Taylor Swift
6-8 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $19.00+ — Experience a night filled with Taylor Swift’s greatest hits and stunning visuals in this dynamic tribute performance.
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