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Friday, July 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington Public Library is asking residents to suggest items for a time capsule that will mark the anniversary of its grand reopening after renovations. The library has already included a LEGO model and memorabilia and will accept suggestions until July 28 before sealing the capsule on Aug 1—families can also create their own time capsules at the event. 25 News Now
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Bloomington man died in a single-vehicle crash near Center Street and Oakland Avenue when his truck veered off the road and struck a tree Wednesday, police said—66-year-old Richard Thoennes was pronounced dead at Carle BroMenn Medical Center and an adult male passenger was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. WGLT
- ➤ The roof of Reconcile Church at 411 E. Mulberry St. collapsed on Wednesday night and officials said the site remains unstable as falling bricks were reported until 5:30 a.m.—no injuries were reported and police tape keeps vehicles and pedestrians away. WGLT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington author Shelby Vincent is hosting a launch party for her new children's book "Perfect Through and Through" at Kegler's Pub in Pheasant Lanes from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday—she wrote the book after her daughter's medical journey and it features real stories of 28 children facing health challenges. The Pantagraph
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Illinois will receive over $23 million from a nationwide $720 million settlement with eight opioid manufacturers, as Attorney General Kwame Raoul’s office said the companies worsened the opioid crisis — federal prosecutors charged three people with COVID fraud and Pure Lithium Corporation will move from Boston to Illinois with a planned $46 million investment under state incentives. Cities 92.9
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The ISU speech and hearing clinic said cuts to Medicaid may reduce care for its patients and affect graduates since about 75% of its roughly 150 patients use Medicaid. The clinic has set up mobile services in other areas and will advocate locally (to protect both care and student training) as wait times may get longer. WGLT
- ➤ On Monday in Bloomington, a mosquito pool tested positive for West Nile Virus and the county health department distributed doorhangers with prevention tips. West Nile Virus typically rises from mid-summer into fall, and while most cases cause mild symptoms + severe cases can lead to high fever, paralysis, or death. 25 News Now
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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MCIA 5K and 1K
6-10 p.m. — Tipton Park — Registration Required — Participate in exciting running events including adult and youth categories and a unique 2K race in Saree with Sneakers.
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Bachman Turner Overdrive: Roll On Down The Highway Tour
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets available — Experience the legendary sounds of Randy Bachman and Bachman-Turner Overdrive live on stage.
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Bloomington Normal Medal Play Championship
Individual stroke play format — Saturday, Aug 2nd — Weibring Golf Club — Registration required — Compete in an 18-hole qualifying round to determine flight placements.
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Ozark Mountain Daredevils Concert
7-9 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $39.00+ — Experience the eclectic sounds of country-rock legends merging whimsical lyrics and harmonious melodies.
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