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Bloomington
Saturday, August 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ 8 Bit Arcade will return downtown at 217 W. Jefferson St. (the former Pantagraph Printing and Stationery location) to serve local patrons as a bar. The Pantagraph
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Heartland Head Start, the early childhood program serving low-income families in Bloomington and nearby areas, received a $4.4 million five-year grant renewal and is now set to expand with additional staff and a new classroom at YWCA McLean County—officially securing its future in the community. Interim executive director Chuck Hartseil said the funding will ease stress and help build a larger waiting list as enrollment reaches 224 children. WGLT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. JB Pritzker signed a law on Thursday that protects news media from SLAPP lawsuits by classifying non-investigative reporting as public participation—ensuring reporters can do their jobs without legal harassment. The measure passed the House and Senate and supports free press in Illinois. WJBC
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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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The Four C Notes Tribute Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $29.00+ — Experience the Midwest’s only tribute to Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons with classic hits.
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