Good morning, Bloomington.

A Bloomington woman and a Normal man were detained in McLean County last week after officers discovered a gun and methamphetamine during a traffic stop.

The City of Bloomington is addressing a utility billing error caused by a system upgrade that combined old and new usage data and affected between 2000 and 3000 customer accounts—officials said the city will refund the extra charges and delay new bills until corrections are complete.

Bloomington City Council approved a $68M redevelopment plan for the former State Farm headquarters to be turned into a mixed-use site with apartments, retail, and an upscale restaurant.

Construction will begin Aug. 1 and run until 2027 — the plan includes a $1.4M loan, annual tax refunds, and parking passes to support the project.

The Town of Normal is partnering with Illinois State University to launch a campus pedestrian and road safety initiative aimed at protecting walkers and drivers—officials said the project is in its early stages.

Bloomington city officials approved a $318M budget for fiscal 2026 — the plan shows a roughly 4% decrease compared to fiscal 2025.

Registered dietician Jenna Smith was named the recipient of the McLean County Public Health Award — the honor recognizes her work in nutrition.

Study of the Gospel of Mark

7:45-8:45 p.m. — Bloomington Public Library — Free entry — Read and discuss Mark's Gospel while exploring fundamental Christian beliefs and values.

Biscuits n Gravy Band Live Performance

7-10 p.m. — THE STATION SALOON — Entry details not provided — Enjoy a night of classic rock and groovy tunes in the heart of Central Illinois.

20 Over 60 Awards

4:30-6 p.m. — Rob Dob's Restaurant & Bar — Celebration of community leaders over 60 — Honoring impactful contributions by older adults in the community.

DEWALT Days 2025

12 AM — Blain's Farm & Fleet — Free entry — Explore DEWALT tools and get expert advice during this special event.

Unit 5K Run/Walk

2 PM — Maxwell Park — Entry fee applies — Support the Unit 5 Educational Foundation while enjoying a 5k run or mile walk.

Bloomington Princesses at the Zoo

5-7 p.m. — Miller Park Zoo — $30 per guest — Experience an interactive evening with princesses and furry friends at the zoo.

The SteelDrivers in Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $28.50+ — Experience a unique blend of bluegrass soul from Grammy-nominated folk legends.