Photo provided by Illinois State University NORMAL, Ill. — All sexual assault victims are guaranteed to have a voice on Monday. From 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Steppingstones, Flame and Students Ending Rape Culture hosted the Clothesline Project on the quad. The event is symbolic to those who have been victims of sexual assault. These people are given the opportunity to write their testimony on a T-shirt, which is hung […]
Image courtesy of Redbird Athletics The Illinois State University volleyball team has faced many challenges in their 2022 campaign. Allie Matters was named Head Coach after five years with Leah Johnson, many new freshmen faces were added to the roster, and now the medical retirement of impactful veteran leaders in Nicole Lund and Kaitlin Prodzinski. Nicole Lund announced her retirement on October 15, after dealing with a series of recurring […]
NORMAL, Ill. - As we enter into the fall season, colds, flus, and other viruses become more frequent amongst students here at ISU. But there are some ways in which individuals can better protect themselves that should be mentioned. With this being the third straight year of COVID during flu season, COVID boosters and flu shots are highly recommended at this time of year. As there are now safer versions […]
NORMAL, Ill. - When McLean County residents line up to the voting booths on election day, they’ll notice only a single candidate running with the Democrat title under their name in the county office section. A fifth generation McLean County resident, Laura McBurney of Normal is seeking the position of County Clerk, where she will be the only Democrat within the county office on the ballot, which includes County Treasurer […]
Photo provided courtesy of Western Illinois University NORMAL, Ill. Governor Pritzker’s latest project was music to the ears of Western Illinois University students and staff as he pledged $119 million to the school with the promise of building a new performing arts center on his October 7th appearance at WIU. “When it’s completed this 100,000 square foot building will host an 850-seating proscenium theater that will provide state of […]
NORMAL, Ill. - Green Gables Bar & Grill held a fundraiser last week in preparation for the business's new facility. Hosted by DESTIHL Brewery and Beer Hall, hundreds of community members gathered together to support Green Gables through food, t-shirt, and beer sales. In May of 2021, Green Gables went down in flames. The accident started in the back compressor room of the building and was fueled by high winds […]
Milner Library is hosting therapy for Pawsitively Stress Free event this semester, provided by the Health Promotion and Awareness program. If you are feeling stressed out or need someone to be with, the dogs will help you! The upcoming dates are October 26, November 9, December 5 and 6 during finals week. Release the stress of studying for exams, and whatever you're dealing with currently. Milner Library is glad to […]
Photo provided courtesy of Illinois State University NORMAL, Ill.- Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals have recently leapfrogged their way to the forefront of the college sports. The taboo subject of collegiate athletes getting paid while they’re in college is now a thing of the past. College athletes can now be paid for their image and likeness wherein previous years their persona could be used for profit solely for their […]
NORMAL, Ill. - A local brewery is making a difference and supporting local business and the Humane Society of Central Illinois through their Hops and Hounds Makers Market. Destihl Brewery is hosting a Makers Market with 32 local vendors and adoptable dogs through the Humane Society of Central Illinois. The HSCI will have adoptable dogs at the event, as well as a look-book that features other pets you can adopt […]
