Image courtesy of Redbird Athletics ST. LOUIS – 7-seeded Illinois State experienced heartbreak as they lost to the 10-seeded Evansville Purple Aces in the first round of the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament, 59-43. The Redbirds did not lead once during this game, falling behind Evansville 25-21 to close the first half. Evansville shot 32% in this matchup, outscoring the Redbirds in each half. ISU was led by forward Myles […]
Photo provided by Sherri Hildebrand NORMAL, Ill. – On Wednesday, Feb. 28, the Therapeutic Recreation Department held their annual Adaptapalooza in honor of Therapeutic Recreation Month, and they hope to hold another event in the fall. The event showcases inclusion as it serves as an opportunity for students to experience and understand the adapted sports available for those with physical disabilities. Instructional Assistant Professor Sherri Hildebrand detailed the event and […]
NORMAL, Ill.- The town of Normal held their first council meeting of the month on March 4. Following the budget presentation for Normal just under a month ago, the council voted unanimously Monday night on the $223 million fiscal year budget for 2024-2025. The plan stands between the economic boom following the pandemic and the anticipated economic concerns of the upcoming year, being described by town staff and the Financial […]
Image Courtesy of Illinois State University NORMAL Ill. - As the countdown to the highly anticipated 2024 total solar eclipse begins, the campus of Illinois State University is gearing up. The total solar eclipse, a rare astronomical event where the moon completely obscures the sun, will cast its shadow across numerous states and cities, including Bloomington-Normal. With just a few weeks left until the celestial spectacle unfolds on April 8, […]
NORMAL, Ill. – Educators Rising of Illinois came to Illinois State University for their annual state conference yesterday. Educators Rising is a movement created to provide a clear pathway to increase teacher diversity and quality. This was their fourth annual conference featuring guest speakers from all over Illinois. From noon to 12:50 p.m., they had lunch and organized exhibits. Several tables were set up for attendees to visit featuring colleges […]
Image Courtesy of McLean County NORMAL, Ill. - The Illinois 88th House District seat is up for grabs with two Central Illinois natives vying for the spot. The local farmer and current McLean County board member and the businesswoman from Decatur will face off in the primary elections. Chuck Erickson and Regan Deering are both republican candidates in the race for the 88th House District seat, with Erickson using his […]
Image Courtesy of the City of Bloomington NORMAL, Ill. - The City of Bloomington and the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) held an event this week to present upcoming transportation projects impacting the community. The presentation was held on Feb. 26 and was open to the public for viewing. The informative session provided residents with a look at upcoming projects. Director of Operations and Engineering of Bloomington Kevin Kothe spoke […]
Story written by Logan O'Brien NORMAL, Ill. – After speaking at the Digital Privacy and Civil Liberties event hosted by ISU, Stephen Ragan had more to say about our civil liberties, privacy and the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU). Ragan is a part of ACLU, an organization devoted to defending the rights of people nationwide. Ragan explains how there are two divisions of the ACLU, the litigation division and the […]
Photo provided by Heartland Community College NORMAL, Ill. - Heartland Community College received a gift from one of their foundation directors and her husband to renovate their Veterans Center. HCC plans to use the gift to fully renovate and update the current center for students. The temporary location for the Veterans Center is at the Workforce Development Center. Air Force Veteran and Community Member John Penn joined his wife, Director […]
