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Bloomington
Wednesday, September 10th, 2025
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 10th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rader Family Farms and Country Financial held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday morning to launch a corn maze celebrating Country Financial’s 100th anniversary. Families will enjoy two maze phases—one designed for younger visitors and one more challenging—and the farm will offer an apple orchard, retail market and food stands starting Saturday until Nov. 1. WGLT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ State Farm has introduced a voluntary exit program to give employees more choice during staffing changes—this plan will realign the workforce without reducing jobs in Bloomington, according to a company statement. The Pantagraph
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Illinois Wesleyan University welcomed one of its largest incoming classes in 15 years when 595 new students joined the 1,084 already enrolled for the 2025-26 school year — 30% of them are first-generation and 13% come from McLean County. Central Illinois Proud
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The McLean County Sheriff's Department said it allowed federal immigration agencies to use its Flock Safety license plate readers from April to August 12, which goes against Illinois law. The department has already tightened access to stop out-of-state searches and revised its camera policy—efforts it will monitor closely. WGLT
- ➤ At Monday's meeting, the City Council voted on three housing measures that update zoning rules to remove barriers for accessory dwelling units, small shops, and upper-floor home additions in the downtown transitional district—while also easing rules for duplex and townhome ownership and directing staff to review a design report. Voters Sheilia Montney and Kent Lee cast nay votes on all items. WJBC
- ➤ Illinois House Minority Leader Tony McCombie outlined proposals for the next legislative session to ease rising utility bills and property taxes. McCombie said the state will extend deadlines for coal and natural gas plant shutdowns, remove the nuclear moratorium, and ask large energy users to help reduce unfunded mandates on schools—steps aimed at lowering costs for Central Illinois residents. Central Illinois Proud
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Normal West grad McCade Brown, 25, made his MLB debut with the Rockies on Aug. 24 in Pittsburgh, pitching three scoreless innings before giving up runs. After recovering from Tommy John surgery and training at K’s Academy, he now plans to improve his pitching command in upcoming games—he is focused on steady progress. WGLT
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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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Electric Vehicle Car Show
Corn Belt Energy’s Electric Vehicle Car Show is rolling in September 12th, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at State Farm Corporate South parking lot in Bloomington. See the hottest electric cars, jaw-dropping hybrids, and the latest in emission-free rides up close and all for free! It’s a night for the whole family with delicious food trucks, face painting, games, prizes, and giveaways. Register now at cornbeltenergy.com and score a free Kona Ice just for signing up.
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Leonid & Friends Tribute to Chicago
7-8:30 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $25.00+ — Experience an incredible tribute as Leonid & Friends captures the essence of Chicago's legendary sound.
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Top of the World - A Tribute to the Carpenters
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heartfelt sounds of the Carpenters tribute live in Bloomington.
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Ballet 5:8 - La Llorona
3:00 – 4:30 PM — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $17.00+ — Experience a poignant ballet that explores maternal pain and healing through stunning artistry.
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Illinois District Barbershop Harmony Society Fall Convention
2:30 PM - 11:00 PM — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — Passes available for purchase — Enjoy a weekend filled with barbershop harmony and musical performances.
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Oracle Sisters Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — The Castle Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting sound of Oracle Sisters with their dreamy melodies and new album release.
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A.J. Croce Presents CROCE PLAYS CROCE
7:30-9 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $38.00+ — Experience a musical odyssey with A.J. Croce as he performs timeless songs and stories from his father's legacy.
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