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Saturday, April 11th, 2026
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cities 92.9 and Fairbury Furniture have teamed up to offer a chance to win $4,000 in new furniture to refresh your kitchen, family room, or bedroom + residents can enter by texting FURNITURE to 309-451-9950. Cities 92.9
- ➤ Providers gathered for the Leo’s Impact Autism Awareness Expo held Thursday at Illinois Wesleyan University to help families access autism resources such as ABA therapy & sensory-friendly experiences. Hosted by Lifelong Access, the event also showcased the Egbers family's new Leo’s Library initiative for community support. 25 News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ More than 50 health and science students at Heartland Community College experienced the challenges of living below their means on Friday at the McLean County Farm Bureau Agricultural Center. The simulation aimed to build understanding for future patient needs plus promote empathy for those living in poverty. 25 News Now
- ➤ State education officials presented a $10.9 billion budget request for FY 2027 aimed at funding public schools — the plan includes $300 million in new spending and $50 million in tax relief grants to support the Evidence-Based Funding system. WJBC
- ➤ On April 10, a committee of school board members and educators presented an enrollment realignment plan that spares Carlock Elementary and reassigns about 600 students. The board will review the plan on April 15 while the district monitors Carlock's growth (community input guided the decision) (cost-saving options considered). WGLT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Illinois State University students are collecting water samples from local streams and testing nutrient levels to study farm runoff's effect on water quality. Their work at the Center for a Sustainable Water Future will help pinpoint sustainability challenges in McLean County. 25 News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ McLean County Farm Bureau, led by Darren Davis (third-generation), urges lawmakers to raise the family farm estate tax exemption from $4 to $6 million with the Family Farm Preservation Act. It also plans to invest in fairgrounds and host a free tractor competition at the Fair Fanfare on May 30. WGLT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Adam Nielsen shares his journey with early onset Alzheimer’s to boost local awareness and guide improved care. With his wife Dayna Brown’s help and new tech like an Apple watch+ keeping him safe after he got lost before, they now advocate for better Alzheimer’s support. WGLT
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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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