Friday, January 10th, 2025

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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Miller Park Zoo Stampede, a series of runs benefiting new exhibits, is set to return on March 1. WJBC
- ➤ Holladay Properties aims to develop a 180-unit upscale apartment complex in Bloomington on a former Verizon site, addressing local housing needs with potential construction starting later this year. WGLT
- ➤ Home Sweet Home Ministries will conduct its ninth annual Night In A Car homelessness simulation event in Bloomington to increase community awareness and raise funds. The Pantagraph
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Normal man received a 59-year prison sentence for sexually abusing a minor in McLean County, following a jury's guilty verdict on multiple assault and abuse charges. The Pantagraph
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Entrepreneur Rachel Cunningham opens her eighth Wild Rose Bridal store in downtown Bloomington, enhancing her growing portfolio of bridal and boutique outlets across multiple states. The Pantagraph
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Heartland Community College, in partnership with non-profit CreatiVets, is offering a free art course for veterans, funded by the organization to aid in their healing process. The Pantagraph
- ➤ Heartland Community College introduces Night Hawks program to provide evening childcare for students, facilitating academic progress by addressing childcare barriers. The Pantagraph
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington plans to reduce its workforce by approximately 12 jobs annually for the next few years to address a budget shortfall, but will protect police and fire department roles from cuts. WGLT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Community Health Care Clinic in Normal, under new leadership, aims to increase awareness of its healthcare services for uninsured and non-English speaking residents while focusing on financial sustainability. WGLT
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Dine to Donate Fundraiser at Dr. McKay’s for CASA
On February 5, Dr. McKay’s Bar & Grill will donate up to 20% of purchases to support CASA of McLean County, which advocates for children who have been abused and neglected.
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2025 Illinois State Auctioneers Conference & Trade Show
This event will focus on networking and education for professionals in the Illinois auction industry, featuring a championship contest and various educational opportunities.
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Koffin Kats Concert with The Drowns
Koffin Kats will perform alongside The Drowns at Nightshop in Bloomington, IL.
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Illinois Vintage Fest - Bloomington
The Illinois Vintage Fest features over 50 vendors offering vintage clothing, collectibles, and home goods at the McLean County Fairgrounds.
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