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Bloomington
Wednesday, September 24th, 2025
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Yolanda Alonso is showcasing her photo exhibit ‘Lele, La Muñeca Mexicana’ at Art Vortex Studio (101 W. Monroe Street, Suite 210) in downtown Bloomington where she displays photos of handmade Mexican dolls that honor indigenous traditions during National Hispanic Heritage Month. The exhibit will run on select dates in October and November with live music and art for sale. The Pantagraph
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Eight local schools—including two in Bloomington at Cornerstone Christian Academy of McLean County and Northpoint Elementary—will receive water bottle-filling stations and supplies like toothbrushes and reusable water bottles through the H2O On the Go grant from Delta Dental of Illinois. Nearly 60 schools statewide will benefit as the program aims to address sugary drink concerns and promote safe water. Central Illinois Proud
- ➤ On Oct. 2, Heartland criminal justice students will host a panel on the Jamie Snow murder case—inviting both students and the public to learn key details about the event. The Pantagraph
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Connect Transit will launch the new “mint” route on Oct. 5, replacing the limited-hour “red express” route that ended on Oct. 3. The bus operates in a 30-minute loop from Walmart in Normal—serving key shopping, medical and residential stops along Greenbriar and Landmark Drive until 9:05 p.m. on weekdays and 6:05 p.m. on Sundays. WJBC
- ➤ At Monday's meeting, Bloomington City Council voted to implement a one percent grocery tax to help avoid deeper cuts and address a structural deficit—some council members opposed the measure as burdensome and the ordinance must be approved by Oct. 1. The council also increased video gaming licenses from 60 to 75—members objected to this expansion. WJBC
- ➤ Congressman Eric Sorensen toured the Liberty Steel and Wire facility in Bartonville on Monday as the company considered moving its headquarters to Peoria County. The Dallas-based firm plans to invest $70 million and create about 700 full-time jobs while it applies for a $25 million state grant. Central Illinois Proud
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ OSF HealthCare and the McLean County Health Department will offer a free drive-up car seat safety check — part of Child Passenger Safety Week on Saturday, Sept. 27. Local parents can get their car seats inspected to ensure proper installation. The Pantagraph
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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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The Fab Four - The Ultimate Beatles Tribute
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $28.00+ — Enjoy a note-for-note live tribute to The Beatles with stunning renditions of their classic hits.
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The Rocket Man Show
6-8 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $24.00+ — Experience an electrifying tribute to Elton John's greatest hits with Rus Anderson as your guide.
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