Good morning, Bloomington.

North Danvers Mennonite Church will celebrate its 175th anniversary with a Friday dinner at 6:30 p.m., a Saturday service and reunion from 9-11 a.m. and 2-5 p.m., plus a Sunday worship service at 10:10 a.m.; the church invites everyone to join in the festivities (RSVP for dinner).

Normal’s Route 66 Centennial Parking Lot Party is rescheduled for Sept.

5 at Sprague’s Super Service after weather forced a cancellation, giving residents a renewed chance to join the celebration of 100 years of Route 66.

Fuel prices in Illinois are rising ahead of Labor Day weekend as regular unleaded averaged $4.29—about 5 cents below the national price—with diesel reaching record highs in some areas, according to AAA.

Drivers should check their vehicle's batteries, tires, brakes, and lights before traveling.

Durbin said Illinois Wesleyan will use $1 million (federal funding) to boost its nursing program today and support the college’s plans to expand health education.

Craig Lutes became the first executive director of ParkLands Foundation in August and is now implementing a five-year plan to add staff and enhance park facilities.

His work includes upgrading Merwin Preserve (a popular guest area) to improve accessibility and support local conservation efforts.

State and federal emergency managers toured storm-damaged areas in Bloomington-Normal after mid-August flooding and wind damage on Tuesday.

County officials said residents should report damage online to build a case for federal aid and SBA low-interest loans + repairs.