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Saturday, July 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ McLean County Animal Services has launched a half-price pet adoption campaign (Every Pet Deserves a Second Chance) that offers discounted fees for dogs and cats through Aug. 6 to help find them forever homes. The shelter is preparing to move to a new building with twice the space to care for rescued animals. Central Illinois Proud
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A new Raising Cane’s opened in Normal on Tuesday and drew long lines of cars, prompting the franchise to boost security and for police to issue safety reminders. Officers marked a congested Chicken Triangle near 101 Veterans Pkwy—an area that also includes Chick-fil-A and a soon-to-open Dave’s Hot Chicken. 25 News Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Dan Brady expressed his deep sorrow over an overnight shooting and said the Bloomington Police Department is actively investigating the homicide — urging anyone with information to come forward — as the city remains committed to public safety. Cities 92.9
- ➤ Nineteen-year-old Emir Thomas pleaded not guilty Friday morning in McLean County Court—he is accused of attempting to murder a man during an April shooting at ISU’s Bone Student Center on April 27 and faces charges for aggravated battery and illegal handgun possession with a pre-trial hearing set for Aug. 27. 25 News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Illinois legislators criticized a $500,000 budget line for closed Lincoln College—added to the law in 2018—that remains in the state's budget despite the college shutting down in 2022. Lawmakers expressed concerns about mismanagement and urged repurposing the funds to support local redevelopment such as the Lincoln Developmental Center. Cities 92.9
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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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Hill of a Race
8 AM – 12 PM — Ewing Park ll — $50 entry — Compete in a range of race categories including competitive and recreational waves.
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3rd Sunday Market
8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. — McLean County Fairgrounds — $7 — Discover unique antiques and vintage treasures at this Bloomington tradition.
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