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Town of Normal

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Local News

Residents plead to keep Fire Station 2 in place as Council advances other business

Image courtesy of the Town of Normal NORMAL, Ill. - The Normal Town Council approved an amendment to Municipal Manager Pamela Reece’s employment agreement, a decision that passed with only one dissenting vote from council member Kathleen Lorenz. Lorenz explained her opposition by pointing to the disparity between Reece’s raise and what other employees receive. “I will be voting no because of the amount," Lorenz said. "I believe it's excessive […]

todayDecember 2, 2025

Local News

Unit 5 Meeting Draws Heated Public Comment on Free Speech and Conduct

Image courtesy of the Town of Normal NORMAL, Ill. - Unit 5 School Board met on Wednesday, and although neither topic was not on the official agenda, public comment dominated the meeting, with 15 speakers addressing two separate controversies that have recently stirred debate in the community. Most speakers focused on a Normal Community High School civics teacher and girls soccer coach, Matt Chapman, who has drawn attention after wearing […]

todayOctober 23, 2025

Local News

Normal Town Council approves four new public sculptures

NORMAL, Ill. - The Normal Town Council met Monday evening for a brief but impactful session, unanimously approving a $69,750 contract to purchase and install four permanent sculptures at the upcoming One Normal Plaza Sculpture Park. The resolution authorizes the acquisition of works from four Illinois-based artists, marking a significant step in the town’s ongoing commitment to public art and cultural development. Cultural Arts Director Beth Whisman and McLean County […]

todayOctober 22, 2025

ISU News

Normal begins Pedestrian and Roadway Safety Initiative

Photo courtesy of the Town of Normal NORMAL, Ill. - Normal will soon begin seven construction projects aimed at making the roads safer for motorists and pedestrians. The projects, titled “The Pedestrian and Roadway Campus Safety Initiative,” have start dates staggered throughout September. Each will reportedly take between a single day and several months. The projects include shortening crosswalks, adding bike lanes, making road symbols more visible, improving intersections and […]

todayAugust 27, 2025

ISU News

Ballin on Beaufort came back for year two with some help from the community

NORMAL, Ill . Ballin on Beaufort was back in action on Thursday Oct 17 for a second year in a row, and took a village to pull off. More specifically, it took a town to pull off.  Ballin on Beaufort is an exhibition pickup  game between ISU men's and women's basketball teams, with the game being played  in Uptown Normal. The event was held in a partnership with the Town […]

todayOctober 21, 2024

Local News

The Town of Normal appoints new Director of Economic Development

Photo provided by Nik Duffle NORMAL, Ill. – The Town of Normal announced a new Director of Economic Development effective April 15. Nik Duffle was appointed to this new role and he shares how he feels about stepping into it. “I'm very excited to take on the role of Director of Economic Development for the town of Normal,” said Duffle. “I’ve been very familiar with the area for quite some […]

todayApril 5, 2024

Local News

Town of Normal rewards arts in the community with 2024 Harmon Arts Grant Awards

Image Courtesy of the Town of Normal NORMAL, Ill. - The Town of Normal has been receiving submissions for arts-related projects, programs and events to be funded through the 2024 Harmon Arts Grant Program. The Harmon Arts Grant Program was named in honor of former Mayor Paul Harmon. It was created in 1993 to promote the arts in the community. The maximum grant that can be awarded to participants is […]

todayMarch 24, 2024

Local News

Normal holds Water Report cover contest to engage and educate students

NORMAL, Ill. – The Town of Normal is holding a Water Report Cover Contest to help educate and engage local students about water usage.  The contest is for students in grades 3-5. Participating students will create art relating to water and water facts, using information from the town's annual quality water report. Students can submit their art to be used for the cover of the water quality report.  Artwork will […]

todayJanuary 28, 2024

Local News

Town of Normal plans to complete local construction in October

Photo provided by the Town of Normal NORMAL, Ill. - This fall, the town of Normal has seen construction become increasingly more common around major streets such as College and Vernon Avenue. As construction takes over the streets of Normal, drivers are forced to discover alternate routes. These main road projects are tackling resurfacing and pavement repairs and the town is aware of these obstacles to citizens. Normal Director of […]

todayOctober 3, 2023