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Monday, January 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 13th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Around eight horseback riders participated in a Sunday equestrian clinic in LeRoy, focusing on improving their skills and relationship with their horses. The Pantagraph
- ➤ Heartland Community College and local organizations invite residents for a Community Listening Circle on Jan. 19 to voice their thoughts about the future. The Pantagraph
- ➤ In Bloomington, The Salvation Army's Safe Harbor shelter, under director Kiowna 'Kiki' Towns, adapts to emergency conditions to provide critical services and shelter to the homeless amid freezing temperatures. The Pantagraph
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The 1903 Iroquois Theater fire in Chicago, marked as the deadliest building fire in U.S. history, led to the death of 602 people, including three from Bloomington, and spurred new fire safety laws. The Pantagraph
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Bloomington Police clarified there was no gunfire at Eastland Mall, only responding to a burglary, and stressed the importance of fact-checking information shared online. Cities 92.9
- ➤ Illinois State Police arrested six men in a Bloomington-based operation against human trafficking, aiming to curb commercial sex acts with minors. WGLT
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Goaltender Mark Sinclair led the Bloomington Bison to their first shutout victory against the Kalamazoo Wings with a 3-0 win. The Pantagraph
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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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Quilted Hearts Workshop for Teens and Adults
Participants will learn to sew small quilted hearts using provided fabrics and tools, with completed hearts available to keep or 'hide' for others to discover.
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