By: Sydney Davis Something about the idea of bands reuniting just brings excitement. You never know what’s in store: more hits or just hearing the old ones again. Fun Fact: My first time actually hearing about the Backstreet Boys was when I was a little kid because they were featured in the kids TV show and book series, Arthur. I have the whole collection of Arthur books and reruns aired […]
PEORIA - Yesterday, Governor J.B Pritzker visited the Peoria Neighborhood House for the meals on wheels program to discuss economic plans and opportunities for people in communities across the state of Illinois. Pritzker says that he has helped Illinois by raising the minimum wage, as he believes that it will result in one million people getting out of poverty. He will also be making child care assistant agencies available, as […]
NORMAL - The Children’s Discovery Museum of Normal announced Thursday that they have received a $20,000 grant from State Farm to benefit its after school program. The generous grant will provide the financial assistance needed for the Innovation Institute Program that is in its 6th year partnership with the museum, Illinois State University and UNITY Community Center. Additionally, the money will be used to continue to the museum’s emphasis on […]
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NORMAL - This past Saturday, February 23rd was the International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella (ICCA) Great Lakes Quarterfinals held at Illinois State University. Three of ISU’s a capella groups were competing this time around: Secondary Dominance, Clef Hangers and On The Brink of Normal. This quarterfinal was also On The Brink of Normal’s very first performance. The top two groups at this competition were given the chance to move onto […]
NORMAL- On February 28th The American Democracy Project held a panel discussing critical social issues in Bloomington-Normal. Each of the three panelists are involved with different non-profit projects in the area. These were all projects that started small but have now grown to the point where they impact countless lives. Deb Helperin of the Illinois Wesleyan University’s Action Research Team spoke on the work she does rehabilitating some of the […]
NORMAL—A new senate bill was proposed in late January in an effort to level the playing field in Springfield. Republican State Senator Jason Barickman of Bloomington was added as chief co-sponsor of the bill Thursday. Senate bill 141, proposed by Democratic State Senator Andy Manar, would reduce the number of signatures that non-major parties, such as libertarians, would need to obtain to make the ballot for election. This could change […]
NORMAL - Illinois State University hosts its Redbird Regional Sales Competition to enhance the sales skills of students in a variety of role plays. The competition will benefit both business students and sales professionals in a competitive environment. Students can test their abilities and get feedback from professionals that will build relationships with clients for further opportunities down the road. Companies that are a part of the event provide internship […]
BLOOMINGTON - Bloomington Police responded to a report of an armed subject and shots fired incident on the 800 block of East Washington Street. The cops arrived as the event was occurring, and several people fled the scene. Officers not only identified two adult victims and many witnesses, but were able to locate physical evidence that a shooting occurred that was supported by witness statements. With the help of the […]
A history teacher at University High School is a finalist for the Golden Apple Award (Photo Courtesy Anthony Ferretti/WZND). NORMAL - Every teacher deserves an apple, but only a few receive a golden apple. Bob Fitzgerald is among 32 finalists for this award that is given annually to an individual in Illinois for their excellence in teaching. Fitzgerald said he is humbled to receive this honor. "I'm blessed to teach […]
