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Wednesday, October 15th, 2025
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Illinois State University will host two Halloween events for the community as Ghostly Tales Under the Stars runs at the ISU Planetarium on October 24 from 7:30 p.m. to midnight and on October 25 from 2 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., while Trick-or-Treat at Ewing Manor will take place on October 31 from 4 to 6 p.m. offering outdoor displays, costumed volunteers, and a princess greeting children. Central Illinois Proud
- ➤ The Better Business Bureau of Central Illinois will host Senior Scam Stop sessions at the Bloomington Public Library at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Oct. 30 to help seniors and caregivers learn how to spot scams—after a 70% rise in scam reports this year—and share tips to cut losses. WGLT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The McLean County Chamber of Commerce will host a fall job fair on Tuesday, Oct. 21 — from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. — at the Bloomington-Normal YMCA at 2020 St. Joseph Drive. The Pantagraph
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Illinois State University Police in Bloomington are wearing purple ribbons this month to support domestic violence victims—they plan a tabling event with Mid-Central Community Action to inform students of local resources. Central Illinois Proud
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Award-winning comedian Jane Lynch will perform in Bloomington on December 12 at 7 p.m. at the Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — joining The Office star Kate Flannery, Tim Davis and the Tony Guerrero Quintet — in a special holiday show that promises a blend of comedy and music. Central Illinois Proud
- ➤ Amy Yeager has been appointed as the new director of programming at McLean County Arts Center — her appointment is effective immediately, marking a new start in the center's leadership. The Pantagraph
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Illinois State University has planned homecoming week with exhibits, fun runs + an annual parade that will take place on campus. The events will showcase tradition and bring the community together. The Pantagraph
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington Election Commission Executive Director Luke Stremlau died on Oct. 11 at OSF St. Joseph after a brief illness. He led the commission for three years with dedication — local leaders remembered his commitment to a nonpartisan process. 25 News Now
- ➤ The Normal Fire Department is urging residents to safely charge and dispose of batteries during Fire Prevention Month (using the proper charger and keeping devices on hard surfaces) and to recycle batteries at designated centers (to lower fire risks and ensure smoke detectors work). Central Illinois Proud
- ➤ Normal announced a temporary lane reduction on West Raab Road between Constitution Trail and the Corn Crib for pavement repairs, starting today at 5 a.m. and lasting until 3 p.m. on Oct. 22—drivers are urged to use caution in the area. Central Illinois Proud
- ➤ Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul filed a lawsuit against State Farm for not providing required zip-code level data on its homeowner insurance policies. The suit claims that the Bloomington—based company blocked a regulatory review needed to ensure fair treatment for homeowners, and State Farm said the lawsuit is without merit. WGLT
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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WAR: Why Can't We Be Friends? Tour
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $42.00+ — Celebrate 50 years of timeless hits with the iconic soul/funk group WAR.
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Battle of the Bands
6:30-8 p.m. — The Castle Theatre — Starts at $64 — Experience a thrilling competition of local music talent.
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Dumpling 101 Cooking Class
5-7 p.m. — Green Top Grocery — $55.20 — Dive into hands-on dumpling making, perfect for food lovers of all skill levels.
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