Image courtesy of the Gamma Phi Circus Facebook page NORMAL, Ill. - The annual Gamma Phi Circus took place this past weekend, with a show on Friday night, a matinee on Saturday, and a show on Saturday night. From its beginning in 1929, Gamma Phi is the oldest collegiate circus in Illinois and has established itself as a unique performance troupe. It facilitates acrobatic and circus acts in higher education […]
Image from the Bloomington Council meeting BLOOMINGTON, Ill. — The city of Bloomington approved a new city manager at its final April Meeting. Deputy City Manager Jeff Jurgens was elected to be the representative for the new City Manager on April 18. In a unanimous vote, the council appointed Jurgens to the hot seat. Tim Gleason will step down after six years in the position, as he will be relocating […]
Image provided by Jennifer Toney NORMAL, Ill. – Bloomington and Normal receive a grant each year that supports the community in various ways. Community Development Specialist Jennifer Toney explained how these funds serve the respective communities. “The Community Development Block Grant (CDGB) has three primary goals for serving low and moderate-income residents,” Toney said. “Those goals are to assist low and moderate-income households with a variety of services, eliminate or […]
Image Courtesy of the official website of McLean County BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – McLean County is one of many recognizing Child Abuse Prevention Month this April. Executive Director of Children’s Advocacy Centers of Illinois Kim Mangiaracino spoke more to center’s purpose, and the month’s significance. She shared that all 41 departments across Illinois investigate allegations of children who have experienced child sexual or physical abuse, or other maltreatment such as domestic […]
Image courtesy of the official Normal Theater website NORMAL, Ill. - Film can be used to express different experiences, cultures or ideas. At the Normal Theater in Uptown Normal, graduate student Gustavo Nery uses film to showcase Brazilian culture. Nery curated a collection of three films, titled "Way Beyond Samba," with the last film debuting this weekend.Coming from Brazil to Bloomington-Normal, Nery believes it is important to open the eyes […]
Photo provided by Heartland Community College NORMAL, Ill. – Heartland Community College opened two new campus facilities earlier this year. This month, the school welcomed Congressman Eric Sorenson on a tour of the 45,000 square foot Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Center and 29,500 square foot Agriculture Complex. Heartland Public Information and Communication Director Steve Fast expanded more on the importance of the additional learning areas. “Having this space allows us […]
Image Courtesy of the City of Bloomington NORMAL, Ill. - Normal Police responded to reports of gunshots in the 100-block of Kennebeck Court on April 3. No one was hurt, but proof of gunshots was discovered, and they are now investigating a case of aggravated discharge of a firearm. According to Public Information Officer Brad Park, the success of investigations like this one can depend on many factors. “We obviously […]
Photo provided by the Normal Theater NORMAL, Ill. - The Normal Town Theater is partnering with Keg Grove Brewing Company to unite the community through film. "Out of Your Element: The Big Lebowski Festival" will be on April 20 and open to the public to purchase tickets. The street festival portion will begin at 5 p.m. and guests can listen to live music, enjoy food trucks, play games and participate […]
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. — The Bloomington City Council held its first meeting of April on Monday night at the government boardroom and approved phase one of the Downtown Streetscape plan. On a fairly crowded night, four residents voiced their opinion on the approval for the phase one project for the streetscape program during the public comment portion. Chairmen of the Ward of Directors and Vice President of Carle Health Tony Coletta […]
