Photo courtesy to Feed Kids BloNo Facebook page NORMAL, Ill.- A local woman and mother of two is known throughout the community as a "kindness ambassador." Part of the great work she is doing is being a mother who encourages her child to continue with her education and social life despite the effects of COVID-19. Roxanne Hartrich has an eight-year-old daughter, Kaylee, who loves attending Oakdale Elementary. Kaylee is taught […]
Photo courtesy to RE/MAX Choice Realty Facebook page NORMAL, Ill.- A local real estate company tries to navigate the "new normal" and creates solutions for prospective residents seeking housing. Realtor for The Gerig Team at RE/ MAX Choice Roxanne Hartrich said their leadership team was very proactive and asked us all to work from home only coming to the office if absolutely necessary to finish a transaction. "They have also […]
CHICAGO, Ill. - Illinois Department of Public Health announced 715 new cases of COVID-19 and an additional 16 deaths. Illinois is now at a total of 7,695 cases of the virus and 157 deaths. Cases have reached 61 out of the 102 counties. McLean County health officials reported an additional 11 cases of the virus today. This brings the county total to 31 cases and two deaths.
Photo courtesy to McLean County Sheriff Facebook page BLOOMINGTON, Ill.- As the rate of COVID-19 cases continue to climb, incarcerated individuals and employed staff at the McLean County Jail are at heightened risk for contracting the virus. In response, the Black Lives Matter chapter of Bloomington-Normal, Bloomington-Normal Chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America, and Illinois People’s Action joined state advocates in calling for local criminal justice leaders to slow […]
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. - While spring sports remain dormant, the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) is actively working to plan for the future. The Board of Directors met yesterday to discuss their plans moving forward. “First and foremost, the IHSA continues to encourage all Illinois residents to heed the recommendations of state officials and medical experts," said IHSA Executive Director Craig Anderson. "These quarantine and social distancing measures have been put […]
Photo courtesy to Nexus Facebook page BLOOMINGTON, Ill.- The Nexus church in Bloomington-Normal is just two years old, but has been broadcasting via live stream since the beginning. Nexus church had to make the hard call four weeks ago and shut down their building and move completely to online, but according the Lead Pastor Stacey Lux their people have responded very well. "We have consistently had over 1300 views and […]
Photo courtesy to Illinois State University NORMAL, Ill.- Despite the impact of COVID-19 on Spring 2020 Commencement ceremonies, Illinois State University wants to provide Spring and Summer 2020 graduates with as many elements of the typical commencement experience as possible. "Commencement ceremonies represent a chance to recognize the time and hard work each graduate has invested in their education," said Associate Dean of Students Jill Benson. "They also represent a chance […]
Photo courtesy to District 87 website BLOOMINGTON, Ill.- Local parents try to adjust to the new way of life that has affected their home. "We struggle in our household," said Dan Seaway, an employee at State Farm and parent of Devon. Devon is a student at Oakland Elementary School. Seaway is working from home during the day. Devon's mother, Lisa Fay has been working day-in and day-out as a medical-surgical nurse […]
Photo courtesy to United Way website BLOOMINGTON, Ill.- United Way of McLean County is responding to gaps in food access with a new collaborative effort to address hunger. This initiative brings together local businesses such as grocery stores, restaurants and local farmers to provide food for impacted families. “The aim is to stabilize food access for families impacted by COVID-19 while also providing income to local businesses and farms so […]
