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Monday, October 6th, 2025

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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • ➤ A fire truck parade held last Sunday kicked off National Fire Protection Week and honored the late Hudson Fire Chief Del Thomas—whose work helped found the local fire school and the McLean County Firefighters Association—with many McLean County departments and the Towanda Red Knights Motorcycle Club leading the route from Franklin Park to State Farm headquarters. Fire officials stressed the need to call 911 quickly to handle emergencies.  25 News Now
  • ➤ Home Sweet Home Ministries is set to open 'The Bridge'—a non-congregate shelter with space for 56 adults facing homelessness in December.  The Pantagraph

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT

  • 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.

    Wed, 10/8/25

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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.

    Fri, 10/10/25

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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.

    Sat, 10/11/25

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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.

    Thu, 10/16/25

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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.

    Sat, 10/18/25

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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.

    Sun, 10/19/25

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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!

    Sat, 10/25/25

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  • Masters of Illusion

    7:30-9 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $33+ — Experience world-class magicians performing astounding illusions and comedic magic live on stage.

    Wed, 10/29/25

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  • Kalamazoo Wings at Bloomington Bison

    7:00-8:30 p.m. — Grossinger Motors Arena — $3 Busch Light and $0 popcorn — Celebrate 309 Night with costume contests and great food deals at a thrilling hockey game.

    Fri, 10/31/25

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  • Cincinnati Cyclones at Bloomington Bison

    7-10 p.m. — Grossinger Motors Arena — Tickets available from $28 — Catch the thrilling match as the Bison take on the Cyclones in this exciting hockey showdown.

    Sat, 11/1/25

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