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Sunday, September 28th, 2025
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 28th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Connect Transit board members in Bloomington will meet on October 1 to honor Ryan Whitehouse and discuss the board’s future after his death on Sept. 24 in Michigan following an accident — he had served as chairman since 2012. Whitehouse was 43 and had led key local projects in transit and economic development. 25 News Now
- ➤ Families traded screen time for fun at Uptown Normal during the Children's Discovery Museum's annual Day of Play — the event featured bounce houses, obstacle courses, and giant board games. The Pantagraph
- ➤ K-Pop Skate Night will take place at Bloomington Ice Center on Friday, Oct. 3 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. The family-friendly event will feature popular K-pop hits and photo opportunities — concessions will also be available. Central Illinois Proud
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Normal Firefighters IAFF Local 2442 will hold a short dedication ceremony on Tuesday, Sept. 30 — the kickoff for the 2025 Fire Safety Education Campaign, which honors former chiefs. The Pantagraph
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Great Pumpkin Hunt WEEK 1
11 AM - 9 AM — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — Free entry — Participate in a fun pumpkin hunt with clues leading to decorated pumpkins across Bloomington Parks.
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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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John Cleese: Not Dead Yet!
7:30-9 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $49.75+ — Celebrate 50 years of Monty Python with John Cleese in a night of absurdity and humor.
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Napoleon Dynamite 20th Anniversary Celebration
7-8:30 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $24.00+ — Celebrate the beloved indie classic 'Napoleon Dynamite' with a screening and lively discussion featuring cast members.
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Bommer with Special Guest XaeboR and Support from GramGreene
8 PM – 2 AM — The Atchison — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of exciting live music with Bommer, XaebyR, and local talent.
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Adam Wainwright Event
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $19.00+ — Celebrate the baseball legend Adam Wainwright as he transitions into music with his debut record.
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Iowa Heartlanders Opening Night
7-8:30 p.m. — Grossinger Motors Arena — Free with ticket — Celebrate the season opener with a White Out party featuring pre-game festivities and giveaways.
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Oktoberfest Rotary Run
2-5 p.m. — Union Park — Fundraiser event — Participate in a festive 5K run and 1-mile walk to support local youth services.
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Toledo Walleye at Bloomington Bison
7-8:30 p.m. — Grossinger Motors Arena — $3 Busch Light cans and $0 popcorn — Experience an exciting night of hockey and local fraternity competition at our first 309 Night!
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