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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of June.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Members of Victory Church in rural Bloomington celebrated the reopening of their new building at 10 a.m. this past Sunday after losing the old structure to a fire on January 10th, 2022. The facility now houses Foundation Christian Academy for children in grades K-6, and the church will expand with extra prayer rooms, offices, and conference spaces next year—ensuring growth for the congregation.  25 News Now

SPORTS NEWS

  • Last month, MLB commissioner Rob Manfred removed Buck Weaver from baseball's ineligible list—making him eligible for Hall of Fame consideration—and Dr. Scott Peterson of Bloomington said his family has long fought to clear Buck's name. He wonders if this change will finally bring a better ending to a storied legacy in baseball.  The Pantagraph

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Dog Days 5K

    11 PM – 3 AM — 17485 E 2500 North Rd — Entry fee varies — Participate in a fun nighttime 5K event for dog lovers.

    Sat, 7/12/25

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  • Illinois Chamber Music Festival

    12:00 AM — Illinois Wesleyan University — Free entry — A delightful summer festival for young musicians featuring intensive training and public performances.

    Sun, 7/13/25

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  • Gabby Barrett Concert

    7-8:30 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $36.00+ — Experience the rise of country music star Gabby Barrett live with her chart-topping hits.

    Fri, 7/18/25

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  • Shut Up & Write!®

    2-3:30 p.m. — Coffeehouse in Uptown Normal — Free entry — Focused writing session for all skill levels in a supportive environment.

    Sat, 7/19/25

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  • Straight No Chaser: Summer 90s Tour

    7-9 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $36.50+ — Enjoy the legendary a cappella group Straight No Chaser performing hits from the 90s.

    Sun, 7/20/25

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  • Tractor Pulls

    6:00-7:30 p.m. — McLean County Fairgrounds — Tickets start at $45 — Experience the thrill of Tractor Pulls in Bloomington, IL.

    Wed, 7/23/25

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