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Bloomington
Friday, December 12th, 2025
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of December.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ An article explains how 12 streets in Bloomington-Normal got their unique names, including Pancake (a nod to local lore) and Vladimir, which sheds light on the area's rich history. The Pantagraph
- ➤ Although Adlai Stevenson II was born in Los Angeles, he grew up here in Bloomington, attending Bloomington and University high schools and living at his family home on East Washington Street. The Pantagraph
- ➤ Curator Jackie Cain will discuss the upcoming exhibit More Than a Game – A Community History of Baseball and Softball at the McLean County Museum of History, where local sports stories are brought to life. The Pantagraph
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Unit 5 officials updated families on December 11, saying the enrollment study may recommend closing Carlock Elementary (with low class sizes) and will consider adding a new school east of Veterans Parkway for hundreds of students; draft options come in February with final recommendations in March. WGLT
- ➤ Abe the Bison visited five local schools to reward students who excelled in the 'Stick 2 Reading' program with free Jimmy John's and a ticket to a home game. The Pantagraph
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The McLean County Board unanimously approved a revised recommendation that allows Chicago-based SunVest Solar to develop a solar energy site and battery energy storage system at 2105 E. Oakland Avenue in Bloomington Township. The board requires SunVest to provide documentation that its fire safety measures meet updated codes (International Fire Code and International Building Code). WGLT
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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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