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Bloomington
Saturday, August 9th, 2025
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of August.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Starting Sept. 1, guests at the center will pay for snacks using only cards or mobile payments to cut wait times—Bloomington Arts & Entertainment spokesman Joshua Maubach said the change follows modern industry standards. Payment options for the box office and merchandise will vary by event. Central Illinois Proud
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Forty local news organizations in Illinois received $4 million in tax credits under a state law that helps newsrooms hire and keep journalists—documents show the funds were awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis. Most credits went to outlets outside Chicago—official records reveal the program aimed to support local news. WJBC
- ➤ Governor J.B. Pritzker vetoed House Bill 2568 due to formatting issues that strayed from the Uniform Parentage Act and sent the bill back to the legislature for an October session. The state will offer $40 million in forgivable loans to licensed cannabis businesses until Sept. 25, and Apollo 13 astronaut Jim Lovell, who later ran a restaurant in Lake Forest, died Thursday at 97. Cities 92.9
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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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Illinois Deer & Beer Fest 2025
3-8 p.m. — McLean County Fairgrounds — Entry Fee Required — Celebrate deer hunting culture with craft beer and activities for outdoor enthusiasts.
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2025 Cultural Fest - Vendor Sign Up
12-6:30 p.m. — Miller Park — Non-food vendor opportunities — Showcase your unique items at this vibrant cultural celebration.
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Book Brunch Club
10-11 a.m. — Bloomington Public Library — Free — Start your day with coffee, snacks, and lively discussions about 'The Widows of Malabar Hill'.
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Paint Nite at Chateau Hotel
5-7:30 p.m. — Chateau Hotel and Conference Center — Food and drinks available — Create your own masterpiece while sipping and laughing with friends.
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Prairieland Punishers Roller Derby Final Home Bout
4-8 p.m. — Interstate Center — $15 VIP, $10 General, $5 Children — Experience thrilling roller derby action as the Punishers face off against Demolition City in their final home game of the season.
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