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Photo provided by the Ecology Action Center NORMAL, Ill. – Every year, the Ecology Action Center (EAC) in the Normal community offers workshops for constructing rain barrels and compost bins. These workshops, typically held in the summer and fall, have gained popularity among eco-conscious individuals. Educational Coordinator at EAC Katie Vogler highlights the importance of […]
Photo provided by Illinois Art Station NORMAL, Ill. – Illinois Art Station (IAS) provides activities and events for children and families of all backgrounds to get experience in the arts. Located on East Vernon Avenue in Normal, Illinois, the non-profit Illinois Art Station hosts events for the community to get involved with the arts. The […]
Photo provided by the City of Bloomington BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – After a 32-year-long career, Bloomington Fire Chief Eric West has announced his intention to retire in early December, ending a career he said he has enjoyed every minute of. West didn’t envision himself working as a firefighter. He talked about the other plans he had […]
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 […]
NORMAL, Ill. – The Normal Town Council held their first council meeting of the month on October 2. The meeting was brief, featuring little beyond regular business under the agenda. The items under this cumulative agenda were passed unanimously. Council Member Chemberly Harris was absent from the meeting. Council Member Kathleen Lorenz asked about the […]
Photo provided by the Student Government Association NORMAL, Ill. – Illinois State University’s Student Government Association (SGA) is working toward getting a new resolution passed to keep landlords out of student apartments without notice. On campus, the SGA works to ensure student voices are heard and student interests are met. In recent complaints from the […]
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – The Cat’s Meow Cafe is Bloomington’s first cat cafe, providing patrons a place to enjoy local brews and friendly felines at the same time. Upon entering, there is a warm and inviting atmosphere. The cafe has partnered with a local rescue group to provide a temporary home for up to 13 cats […]
Photo provided by Normal Parks and Recreation Department NORMAL, Ill. – The Town of Normal celebrated the 125th Anniversary of Fell Park on September 17th. Actor portrayals of Jesse and Hester Fell spoke on the history of Fell Park and how it came to belong to the city. The mayor wrote a proclamation that […]
Photo provided by Illinois State University NORMAL, Ill. – Interim President Andover Tarhule presented Illinois State University’s State of the University Address on September 21. He addressed the university’s successes and advancements that will be made within the academic year. He began by acknowledging fellow members and thanking them for their dedication to their work […]
Photo provided by Heartland Community College NORMAL, Ill. – Music matters. At least, that has been the backbone to one man’s life. With a career that can be traced back to 2001, a Heartland Community College professor has been honored by the Royal Conservatory of Music with an award of excellence. Professor of music at […]