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LISTEN: Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe on Byers & Co
July 29, 2024 – Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe joined Byers & Co to talk about celebrating successes, retaining homegrown talent, the DCLI awards ceremony, city council business, and Del’s Popcorn Sop in Mt. Zion celebrating their 90th anniversary. Listen to the podcast now!
Resurfacing Update: July 29, 2024
BLOOMINGTON, IL - The City of Bloomington provides regular updates on resurfacing work throughout the construction season. The most recent update is included below. For more information on roadwork in the City of Bloomington, visit www.bloomingtonstreets.com, e-mail engineer@cityblm.org or call 309-434-2225 during regular business hours. FY24 Resurfacing (Phase 1) Fort...
Crime Stoppers seeking tips on pair of Champaign shootings
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The Champaign Police Department is still investigating two shootings that happened a week ago. They’re now asking for help through Crime Stoppers in solving the case. The shootings happened Saturday, July 20, and they are believed to have been separate incidents. Two people were shot and a third was hurt trying […]
10 years later, Danville native still making most of star turn in ‘Grand Theft Auto V’
DANVILLE — Through many struggles and a lot of ups and downs in his acting career, Ned Luke said he’s remained “Danville tough” — and that enabled him to land a main-character role in one of the biggest video-game franchises of all time. The 65-year-old...
Former UIS golfer confirms story from anonymous report, claims coach dismissed mental health concerns
A former member of the University of Illinois Springfield women’s golf team confirmed one of the anonymous allegations published this month against coach Michael Leotta and believes the only solution is to dismiss him. Lily Stanton competed last fall as a freshman for the Prairie Stars but said she left the team before the spring season due to Leotta’s conduct. The allegations were published by website 2aDays on July 9. ...
Cubs’ Christopher Morel Cries In The Dugout After Learning He Had Been Traded During Game
Cubs’ Christopher Morel was extremely emotional after learning he had been traded by the team. On Sunday, Morel was traded to the Tampa Bay Rays for Isaac Paredes. The Rays are getting Christopher Morel and a pair of prospects back from the Cubs in the deal for Isaac Paredes, sources tell ESPN. — Jeff Passan […] The post Cubs’ Christopher Morel Cries In The Dugout After Learning He Had Been Traded During Game appeared first on BroBible.
Ever so Illini: Top tips to embrace the orange and blue
To be an Illini, there are a couple things you should know. We’ve got a couple staples, some household names and just basic everyday terminology you will definitely come across during your four years here. Whether you’ve been an Illini sports fan your whole life or you couldn’t care less about the sports scene, it’s good practice to familiarize yourself with a huge part of University culture.
Was Another Alligator Spotted Swimming In Illinois Pond?
A mysterious creature was spotted in a pond in Illinois and you might be surprised with what they found. Witnesses Spot Strange Animal Swimming In Illinois Pond. I'm not sure why, but these kinds of stories fascinate me. Maybe, it's the thrill of the mystery. I'm talking about when residents of Illinois spot a strange and unknown creature. I do prefer it when there is an answer to the question as opposed to being unsolved.
Popular Illinois Music Festival Hosts Adopt A Portapotty Contest
A music festival in Illinois is hosting a really fun contest where fans win a chance to adopt a porta-potty. Adopt A Portapotty Contest At Illinois Music Festival. My favorite music festival of all time is an annual event right here in Illinois. It's Riot Fest. I've been going for several years now. Not only do they have great live bands but there's also amazing food, beverages, and other entertainment.
Recall of Illinois Vegetables Expands Due to Serious Illness Risk
There was already a potential problem with many cucumbers widely available in Illinois, but now it's known the risk is greater than previously thought. A previous recall has now been expanded due to a dangerous contamination that now includes even more vegetables. The Food and Drug Administration just issued a...