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Tazewell County Board member steps down after being appointed in 2022
Sierra Smith has stepped down from her seat on the Tazewell County Board. “I am forever grateful for the opportunity to get to serve on the board for the past two years. I am so honored to have been appointed and elected into this position,” Smith wrote in her resignation letter. “This has truly been an unforgettable learning experience for me, and I am thankful for the mentors that poured into me during my time here.” ...
Local organization hosts free swimming classes for kids
MCLEAN COUNTY (25News Now) -With summer break right around the corner, many kids and families are planning to head to the pool!. More than 100 kids took part in the Bloomington-Normal Chapter’s Jack and Jill’s Swim Water Safety Event Saturday at the YMCA in McLean County. According to...
Bloomington resident receives governor’s award
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (WMBD) –On Thursday, Joe Wilson was recognized as the “Outstanding Senior Volunteer” for the Illinois North Central Region. He received this recognition at the 14th Annual Governor’s Volunteer Service Awards. According to his nomination, Wilson retired after a lifetime as a construction worker with...
Woman dead after industrial accident in Goodfield
GOODFIELD (25News Now) - The Woodford County Coroner says a woman was pronounced dead after an industrial accident. Coroner Tim Ruestman says Lisa M. Hofmann, 40, of Pekin, was pronounced dead at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the CaseIH facility at 600 E. Peoria St. in Goodfield. Hofmann was struck by...
Normal Police report a notable rise in crime, crashes in 2023
Crime reports jumped 24% in Normal last year. According to the department’s annual report posted online, assault and battery incidents were up 29%, thefts rose 33%, and car burglaries jumped 53%. Drug offenses increased 32% while sexual assaults, firearms and weapons offenses also increased but at lower rates. Police...
Bloomington Optimist Club Honors Local Police Officer and Civilian Staff Member for Exceptional Service
The Bloomington Optimist Club recently announced their picks for the 2024 Respect for Law Officer of the Year and Civilian Staff Member of the Year awards, shining a light on those who have demonstrated unwavering commitment and respect in the line of duty. This year's accolades went to BPD Officer Andy Plant and Civilian Staff Member Michelle Martinsen for their exceptional service, according to the City of Bloomington.
Tazewell County man’s birthdays gains national attention as he turns 106
GREEN VALLEY (25News Now) - Making it to the century club is rare for many, but for a Tazewell County man, he beat those odds years ago. On Thursday, May 2, Dick Lohness of Green Valley will turn 106, and he has a special birthday tradition that gets national attention. Every year, Lohnes receives birthday cards across the nation; the tradition started on his 100th birthday.
WMBD Sports Recap: April 27, 2024
PEORIA, Illinois (WMBD) – Morton high school baseball swept a double against Streator Saturday afternoon 7-1, 6-4 to move to 16-3 on the season. The second win of the afternoon was Coach Jesse Crawford’s 300th career win. Illinois Wesleyan softball stayed atop the CCIW standings with a senior...
Lincoln Speedway event canceled due to rain
LINCOLN, Ill. (WAND) - Lincoln Speedway is postponing the start of the 2024 season due to projected showers and thunderstorms Friday. The season opener will now be Thursday, May 9. The April 26 program is the second straight rainout to start the season. The April 5 opener was cancelled. Friday’s...
Former Illinois forward sticking around Big Ten for final season
Former Illinois forward Luke Goode announced Friday that he is transferring to Indiana, remaining in the Big Ten for his final season of eligibility. Goode entered the portal on Monday, quickly finding a new home in Bloomington. The 6-foot-7, 210-pound athlete is from Fort Wayne, Indiana, and he’ll now get...
INtegRIty Counseling: 10 years serving the uninsured and underinsured
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (WMBD) — On April 1, INtegRIty Counseling celebrated 10 years of business. Luella and Don Mahannah co-founded the non-profit. INtegRIty offers pay-what-you-can counseling sessions. From the front desk to the counselors, INtegRIty operates with volunteers. “Don and I are still full-time volunteers. So, we have been kind...
Red Carpet Corridor features an array of scenic stops from Joliet to Bloomington-Normal
For the 17th time, travelers along Route 66 between Joliet and Bloomington-Normal will be able to make stops in a number of communities and check out what events are being held during the Red Carpet Corridor event. Among the stops for road warriors will be able at Dwight, Odell, Pontiac,...
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