Good morning, Bloomington.

Bloomington Parks and Recreation and SOAR will host Free Popsicles in the Park at White Oak Park (offering popsicles, yard games, temporary tattoos, an obstacle course, sensory play and music by Jim and Tommy) on Sunday, July 20 from 1 to 3 p.m. as part of National Parks and Recreation Month celebrations.

Aaron Rossi, a former biotech executive, was sentenced Tuesday to 37 months in prison for defrauding the state and others over COVID-19 testing.

His new term will run in addition to a 5-year sentence for defrauding a Bloomington medical group — the judge linked his greed to his crimes — and the government will confiscate his $1 million motor coach.

Bloomington became the first city in Illinois to receive the 'Partner in Peace' certification after training at least 75% of its staff to spot human trafficking—Peoria’s Center for Prevention of Abuse awarded the recognition for its commitment to education, awareness and frontline training.

Illinois State University Police Chief Aaron Woodruff and Detective Matthew Hice rode 390 miles from Champaign to Chicago — passing through Springfield, Bloomington/Normal, Dekalb and Downers Grove — to honor fallen officers as part of a Cycle Across Illinois event benefiting Illinois Concerns of Police Survivors.

OSF Healthcare is expanding its OnCall Connect Pregnancy and Postpartum Program with a $1.5 million grant from Meridian & Centene Foundation.

The new mobile maternity van will offer digital care to mothers in central Illinois who must drive long distances for available services.

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.

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.

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.

Tractor Pulls

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

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.

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.

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.

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.