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Eureka 7th Grade Cheer Team

1. What advice would you give someone who wants to try out for cheerleading?. 2. What is your ultimate cheer resolution for the upcoming year?. 3. What cheerful memory from this past year are you leaving behind in the old year?. 4. What is something you are looking forward to...

Eureka, IL · 2d

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This Tiny Illinois Diner Is Hidden Inside An Old Gas Station But Piles The Plates High

A giant Phillips 66 shield hangs on a diner wall in central Illinois, and nobody is pumping gas. The license plates and old stoplights hanging nearby make the scene even more curious, like a garage that switched careers. Calling the decor themed would be a little off, since themed suggests...

Peoria, IL · 7d

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State volleyball recap for Nov. 13, 2026: Tri-Valley advances to championship, IB to play for third

NORMAL, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — Tri-Valley will play for some school history on Saturday. The Vikings won their first ever volleyball state semifinal match in three sets over Richmond-Burton on Friday at CEFCU Arena. Tri-Valley’s 25-17, 20-25, 25-19 win sends the team to the class 2A state championship Saturday at 1:55 p.m. Presley Shanahan had 10 […]

Normal, IL · 16h

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Illinois Passes Law Limiting E-Bikes

The state of Illinois has passed a new law limiting where E-Bikes can be driven. This new legislation comes as accidents involving the increasingly popular vehicle including two in Bloomington-Normal. It states that bikes that can go above 15 miles per hour are prohibited from being used on sidewalks. Usage on shared pathways, such as the Constitution Trail, is up to local government.

Illinois · 1d

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Redbirds Drop Overtime Battle 82-81

FARGO, N.D. – Playing in its second overtime game of the 2026-27 season, the Illinois State men's basketball team fell at North Dakota State 82-81 on Friday evening, despite 26 points from Malik Messina-Moore, and three other Redbirds in double-figures. HOW IT HAPPENED. The Redbirds and Bison traded baskets...

Normal, IL · 15h

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Washington Chamber of Commerce hosts Community Prayer Breakfast

WASHINGTON (25News Now) - The Washington Chamber of Commerce hosted its Community Prayer Breakfast, formerly known as the Mayors Prayer Breakfast, at Countryside Banquet and Catering to show the community continues to celebrate God’s goodness. The event has kept Washington’s businesses, neighbors and community together in faith and unity...

Washington, IL · 1d

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Cali Kruer Signs With Illinois State Gymnastics

NORMAL, Ill. – Illinois State gymnastics head coach Cassandra Ringers has announced the signing of Cali Kruer (New Albany, Indiana) to the 2027-28 roster. Cali Kruer / New Albany, Indiana / New Albany HS / Southern Indiana Gymnastics Sportsplex. • Has recorded high scores of 9.70 on balance beam,...

Normal, IL · 2d

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Statewide rules for e-bikes and scooters begin Jan. 1

New Illinois laws governing the operation and classification of micromobility devices such as e-bikes and e-scooters are set to take effect on Jan. 1.

Illinois · 3d

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Eureka Heads to Aurora for Season Finale

MONTGOMERY, Ill. – Eureka football closes its season Saturday with a road matchup against Aurora. The Spartans are 4-5 overall and 4-3 in Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference play. RED DEVIL RUNDOWN. Eureka is seeking its first victory of the season after falling to fellow winless foe Rockford, 38-14, last...

Eureka, IL · 1d

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Uptown Normal underpass project makes progress

The $40 million Underpass project in Uptown Normal, which began on September 30, 2025, is continuing its utility relocation phase and is scheduled for completion in the summer of 2028.

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Key Road Contest At No. 3 Youngstown State Up Next For No. 15 Illinois State

Last: YSU won 40-35 (Oct. 18, 2025) Listen: WJBC 1230 AM / 102.1 FM / 98.9 FM WJEZ/ The Varsity Network. With just two games left in the regular season, every game counts that much more for No. 15/17 Illinois State as the Redbirds will look to pick up their eighth win of the season and bolster their playoff chances on Saturday when they travel to take on No. 3 Youngstown State and last year's Walter Payton Award winner Beau Brungard at the Ice Castle.

Normal, IL · 2d

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A first for National Council of Negro Women in Bloomington-Normal history

The National Council of Negro Women is scheduled to hold its first Bloomington-Normal chapter induction ceremony during a sell-out luncheon on November 14.

Bloomington, IL · 1d

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Illinois State's trip to North Dakota State carries special significance for Mason Klabo

Illinois State visits North Dakota State on November 13, 2026, as sophomore guard Mason Klabo returns to his hometown of Fargo.

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Vets receive pins at Villas of Holly Brook ceremony

A 93-year-old Korean War veteran named Bernard Barkley was honored during a recognition ceremony hosted by Gentiva Hospice at the Villas of Holly Brook in Washington.

Washington, IL · 1d

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IHSA Playoffs: Week Three Preview

NORMAL, Ill. — The quarterfinal round of the IHSA playoffs is set to kick off this weekend, with two teams in the Bloomington-Normal area still fighting for a state championship. The Normal Community Ironmen (11-0) match up against 2025 State Champion Brother Rice (9-2). The Ironmen defeated Kenwood by...

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One final whistle: Redbirds’ season ends in semifinal heartbreak

CARBONDALE, Ill. — Illinois State women's soccer fell 1-0 to Southern Illinois in the Missouri Valley Conference semifinals, bringing its postseason journey and hard-fought season to a close. Rylann Law had the first quality scoring opportunity of the match in the 27th minute. Her shot was on target, but...

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Illinois State cross country ends season on high note in Iowa

AMES, Iowa — The Illinois State cross country team closed out its season at the NCAA Division I Midwest Regional, placing 12th in a stacked 28-team field. The Redbirds recorded 10,000-meter personal bests across the board, with an average time of 30:24.2 among their top five runners. Julian Baker...

Normal, IL · 14h

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Employer-provided healthcare plans are critical for workers, but keep getting more expensive

Employees all over McLean County are entering open enrollment season — and are likely suffering from some sticker shock as their health insurance premiums increase by an average of 8% for next year. McLean County employers say they know how critical health insurance is to hiring and keeping workers, but struggle to absorb the associated increased costs.

Mclean County, IL · 3d

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Matters, Redbirds add three for 2027 season

Head coachAllie Matters and Illinois State volleyball added high school seniors Charlie Fleegle, Kyla Ramler and Ruthley “Soso” Marin on Wednesday’s National Signing Day. “It’s an impressive class,” Matters said following Wednesday’s practice. “I’m excited about the three of them, and they’re all juiced up about what...