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Sunday, April 12th, 2026
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of April.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Children's Discovery Museum in Normal has opened its new ag exhibit (From Farm to a Healthy Me) covering most of the second floor; it features interactive screens, a drone demo and a combine simulation funded partly by a $1 million donation from McLean County Farm Bureau. 25 News Now
- ➤ Unit 5 parents celebrated updated enrollment plans that will keep Carlock and Glenn elementary schools open — urging officials to maintain clear communication on enrollment changes. The Pantagraph
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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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