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Saturday, December 6th, 2025

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

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Normal's emergency alert app was hacked late November, exposing subscriber data including names, addresses, emails, and phone numbers — town officials are vetting new providers as the app remains down until at least January.  25 News Now
  • The City of Bloomington Parks & Recreation Department announced Friday that Norah Fletchall is interim director at Miller Park Zoo & will guide zoo operations for local visitors.  The Pantagraph

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • The Pantagraph's Holiday Spectacular

    3:00 – 5:00 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $19.00+ — Celebrate the festive season with an entertaining holiday spectacular showcasing local talents.

    Sun, 12/7/25

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  • Jane Lynch - A Swingin' Little Christmas

    7:00-8:30 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $42.00+ — Classic holiday tunes and hilarious banter come together for a delightful night of music and comedy.

    Fri, 12/12/25

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  • Home for the Holidays Bake Sale

    9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. — Ace Hardware of Normal — Support a great cause — Enjoy delicious baked goods and help benefit HSCI this holiday season.

    Sat, 12/13/25

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  • Taylor Swift Night

    4 PM — Grossinger Motors Arena — Free meal for kids 12 and under — An enchanting evening dedicated to Swifties with fun for the whole family.

    Sun, 12/14/25

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  • True Crime Book Club

    7-8 p.m. — Bloomington Public Library — Free entry — Dive into thrilling true crime tales with fellow enthusiasts and engage in stimulating discussions.

    Mon, 12/15/25

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  • Bloomington Bison vs. Fort Wayne Komets

    7-8:30 p.m. — Grossinger Motors Arena — Cost info not specified — Catch the thrilling hockey match as the Bloomington Bison face off against the Fort Wayne Komets.

    Wed, 12/17/25

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  • Kalamazoo Wings at Bloomington Bison

    7:00-8:30 p.m. — Grossinger Motors Arena — $3 drinks, $0 popcorn, $9 pizza — Wear your ugliest holiday sweater and help set a world record while enjoying 309 Night festivities.

    Fri, 12/19/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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