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Bloomington
Monday, October 20th, 2025
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington locals can join the Halloween Costume Cash Bash at Smash House Tavern on October 25 from 8 to Midnight where they will enjoy live music from Lee Haw Band and a DJ. VIP tickets offer a T-shirt, free hors d'oeuvres, and a free first drink for $20 while a $200 cash prize for best costume is offered by Land Of Lincoln Goodwill — special ticket deals on October 24 add extra savings. Cities 92.9
- ➤ Witches and Wizards Night Out (Oct. 23, 5-9 p.m.) is set to take place in downtown Bloomington as local community members gather for themed festivities. The Pantagraph
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Illinois State University police arrested 27-year-old teaching assistant Derek Lopez from El Paso for allegedly disrupting two informational tabling events and damaging property on Oct. 17—his case remains under review and could face additional charges. Central Illinois Proud
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Local financial adviser Christopher Ruedi says he helps clients ask essential questions and act on answers during market volatility—his advice can help residents better prepare for changes in the local economy. The Pantagraph
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Illini beat ISU 92-65 in a men's basketball scrimmage Sunday in Champaign. The loss placed ISU at a disadvantage as they prepare for upcoming games. Central Illinois Proud
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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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Indy Fuel vs Bloomington Bison
7-8:30 p.m. — Grossinger Motors Arena — Stream available — Catch the action as the Indy Fuel take on the Bloomington Bison in this exciting hockey match.
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2025 Jingle Bell Run in Central Illinois
1-4 p.m. — Heartland Community College — $50 ($45 before Nov 8) — Celebrate the holidays with a festive run for arthritis awareness while sporting your favorite holiday attire.
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Keb' Mo' Concert
7-9 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $45+ — Experience the Grammy-winning artist Keb' Mo' blend blues with modern sounds in a captivating live performance.
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