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Friday, April 10th, 2026
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Illinois Wesleyan University is hosting the 13th annual All In for Wesleyan fundraiser on Tuesday, April 14 in Bloomington — the event will help raise funds for university initiatives. The Pantagraph
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The McLean County Chamber of Commerce will hold a job fair Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Heartland Community College's Workforce Development Center in Normal. The Pantagraph
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The McLean County Unit 5 enrollment realignment plan will affect over 600 students and cost up to $45 million while keeping Carlock and Glenn schools open. The Pantagraph
- ➤ Union painter Christina Harms is sharing her apprenticeship journey through the Apprentice Ambassador Program, which trains participants to speak on career paths as alternatives to college — the initiative hosted by the Illinois Workforce Innovation Board spotlights local sites including the future ISU Engineering facility on G.E. Road. WGLT
- ➤ Striking AFSCME workers picketed key campus buildings on Thursday as their absence slowed supply deliveries and janitorial services. Students noted delayed meals and garbage collection, and union members sought pay raises+ retroactive benefits, which could further affect campus operations. WGLT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State procurement chiefs appeared before the Senate Appropriations Committee Wednesday as lawmakers said local companies win contracts in other states but struggle to secure work at home — only one official promised a timeline while others offered no clear plan. Cities 92.9
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Arrival From Sweden - The Music Of ABBA
7-10 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unforgettable music of ABBA with a captivating tribute performance that has delighted fans worldwide since 1995.
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Bloomington Bison vs. Iowa Heartlanders
2-9 p.m. — Grossinger Motors Arena — Check out the thrilling hockey match as the Bloomington Bison face off against the Iowa Heartlanders live on FloHockey.
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James McMurtry Live Performance
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Castle Theatre — 18+ event — Experience storytelling through music with the acclaimed artist James McMurtry.
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The Second City – Best of the Second City
7-10 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of hilarious sketches and improv from legendary comedy icons.
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The Steepwater Band Live
8-11 p.m. — Jazz UpFront — Ticket info not specified — Experience the talented sounds of The Steepwater Band as they bring their rock tunes to Bloomington.
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FILTER Live in Bloomington
7-10 p.m. — The Castle Theatre — Tickets required — Experience a night of electrifying performances with FILTER and special guests.
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Tropidelic Live Performance
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Castle Theatre — Ticket info varies — Enjoy a lively performance by Tropidelic with special guests The Quasi Kings & The Palmer Squares.
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