NORMAL Ill. - What began as a pop-up shop in a coffee shop called Coffeehouse is now its own store that has been established in Uptown Normal since 2018. The mission of the company is to promote sustainability and encourage its customers to shop ethically while serving the town of Bloomington-Normal with style. Store Associate Emma Miles emphasized the uniqueness of the store's merchandise. “My favorite part about working here […]
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. - The Bloomington Public Library is welcoming the increase in engagement and library presence thanks to the help of TikTok and other social media platforms. The increase of engagement is coming from Booktok, a subsection of Tiktok where users plug the books they're currently reading, and encouraging viewers to read the books they're enjoying. After a surge in 2023, BookTok is not just getting people to read, it’s […]
NORMAL, Ill. - Illinois State University President Aondover Tarhule responded to the recent incident on the 300 block of North Main St. Sunday morning. Following a “pop-up party” of over 1,000 attendees, gunshots were fired leaving one victim dead, and the other in critical condition. President Tarhule acknowledged the existing presence of these gatherings promoted via social media, with one occurring in Normal earlier this year. He stated […]
NORMAL, Ill. – While most people believe last Tuesday's Peach Pit concert started when the performers hit the stage, for Event Management, Dining and Hospitality (EMDH) the work started a while ago. “There is a lot that goes into setting up a concert from start to finish," said Assistant Director of Marketing and Communications for EMDH Samantha Schultz. "Our Hospitality Coordinator, Kacy Rader has to do so much work in […]
NORMAL, Ill. - As the fall semester is ramping up, many ISU students are beginning to prepare for midterms. Tutor Elle Podolak shares how and where students can achieve academic success. “One important tactic is to never procrastinate, stay on top of your work and study little things day-by-day. I would also say if you are struggling and need help don’t be afraid to reach out," Podolak said. Podolak is […]
NORMAL, Ill. — Early Sunday morning, a shooting near Illinois State University left one person dead and another critically injured following an unsanctioned “pop-up party” that drew over 1,000 attendees. The incident occurred around 3:30 a.m. near the intersection of University and Locust streets, just a short distance from ISU campus and Hancock Stadium. Normal Police were dispersing a large crowd that had gathered near a nearby Circle K gas […]
Image Courtesy of Student's Ending Mental Illness Stigma's official Instagram page NORMAL, Ill. – September is Suicide Awareness month, giving campus communities all over the country an opportunity to bring to light the importance of mental health awareness and resources. Illinois State University's campus is no different. Students Ending Mental Illness Stigmas (SEMIS) is registered student organization here on campus is advocating for support and dialogue about the importance of […]
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. — Over the last few weeks, both Bloomington and Normal city councils have updated and implemented new policies for the residents of the community. Bloomington The Bloomington City Council approved an emergency grant to open the Salvation Army’s new indoor facility on Sept. 9. The new facility will help relocate residents who are currently living in the East View church parking lot. Council member Cody Hendricks […]
Image courtesy of Illinois State University's official Instagram page NORMAL, Ill. - Illinois State University President Aondover Tarhule gave the State of the University address in the Center for Performing Arts on Thursday. This yearly presentation was interrupted by students affiliated with the Peace for Palestine organization demanding ISU devests from companies that monetarily support Israel’s cause in the Israel-Hamas war. The students protested outside the Center for Performing Arts […]
