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Monday, December 8th, 2025
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of December.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Casper Brewing Company in Bloomington revived a 19th century German lager recipe — inspired by Meyer Brewing Co.— that is now on tap; the brew brings a taste of local history to residents. The Pantagraph
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Meyer & Wochner Brewery, later Meyer Brewing Co., made German lager from the 1870s until Prohibition closed the business; its historic site now is part of Highland Golf Course on south Bloomington. The Pantagraph
- ➤ Photos capture residents gathering downtown for the annual Christmas tree lighting, a holiday tradition that brightens local spirit (the event marks a festive start to the season). The Pantagraph
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kyle Jackson's hat trick powered the Bison to a 5-1 win over the Kalamazoo Wings on Saturday, Dec. 6 at Grossinger Motors Arena. The Pantagraph
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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