February 2019 Limited

Limited

Bloomington-Normal’s Premier Lifestyle and Business Magazine - February 2019

THE

bridal ISSUE

LAURA DOBSKI-O’CONNOR & MICHAEL O’CONNOR PHOTO BY LAUREN WESTRICH PHOTOGRAPHY

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Index

Staff and Contributors

Lifestyle

Business

F1rst Fr1day........................................3

By the Numbers ................................22

Jonell Kehias,

Commerce Bank Holiday Party ..........4, 5

Business Barometer ............................23

editor

Be Great Breakfast ..........................6, 7

Business After Hours ...........................24

Victoria

Normal Rotary Holiday Party .................8

Jean Anderson Awards .......................30

Forever Yours ......................................9

Altitude Ribbon Cutting .......................32

Marrying Cultures ..............................10

Chamber Calendar ...........................32

Tis the Season ..................................11

BNAR Holiday Appreciation ..........37, 38

Tree of Hope Lighting .........................12

Inspiration ........................................39

Weinberg, creative director Deanna Frautschi,

Young Men’s Christmas Party .........14, 15

writer, photographer, naturalist

Start the Celebration ....................16, 17 Sunrise Rotary Holiday Party ..........18, 19 Dobski-O’Connor Reception ..........20, 21

Michael Escoubas,

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photographer Erin Woods, photographer

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Emily Auten, Dee Edwards

Pam and Herb Eaton sharing a kiss under the mistletoe air ship.

Julie Kubsch, Jesse McConaha, Steve Kubsch

Jeff Crabill, Georgene Chissel, Laurie Wollrab

Jamie Mathy, Karen Schmidt, Joni Painter, Kim Bray

Lynn Toddie Splittstoesser, Opal Virture, Tricia Stiller, Howard Hill and Jim Splittstoesser

Holly Hedges, Olivia Hansen and Tara Hedges with dogs Edgar and Princess Beyonce

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Martha Burke, Joann Goetzinger

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Downtown Bloomington F1rst Friday Live Window Vignettes

F‌ riday, Dec. 7 Downtown Bloomington Photos by Carlos T. Miranda

Commerce Bank Annual Holiday Cocktail Party

‌Thursday, Dec. 13 Bloomington Country Club Photos by Thom Rakestraw

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Victoria Howard, Sara Larsen, Pat Hardesty, Carin Sassatelli

Bernie Anderson, Lee Shaw, Byron Blotcky

J and Crystal Phillips

Michael and Chelsie Meyer

Charlie and Coleen Moore, Marlene Dietz

Leanna Bordner, John Carter, Karen Magers

Shannon McKay, Michelle Houchin

Brad and Ronda Glenn

Emily Kelahan, Rosetta Clay

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Carole and Jerry Ringer, Brent Eichelberger, ISU President Larry Dietz

Trey Rogers, Nicole Norman

Cat Woods, Marlene Woodruff

Jesse and Susan Smart

Terry Reid, Deb Anderson

Samantha Morehead, Chemberly Cummings

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Commerce Bank Annual Holiday Cocktail Party

Greg and Nancy Donovan, Catherine Porter

Boys & Girls Club of Bloomington-Normal 6th Annual Be Great Breakfast

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Tony Morstatter, CEO Boys & Girls Club; Desy Adams, Youth of the Year; Jenny Hall

Lynn Spachman, Holly Houska

Mark, Nick, Mary and Paul Houska

Molly Hartrup, Tony Walesby, Ryan O’Connell, Erin Williams, Julie Dobski

Cheryl Hussain, Normal Mayor Chris Koos, J Balmer

Chris McConnell, Melissa Isenburg, Michelle McConnell, Brandon Shaffer

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Amanda Weissgerber, Susan Bandy

Connie Mandula, Amy Humphreys

State Sen. Bill Brady, John Penn, Terry Reid, Vern McGinnis

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Boys & Girls Club of Bloomington-Normal 6th Annual Be Great Breakfast

Brenda Weigelman, ISU first lady Marlene Dietz, Leanna Bordner

Normal Rotary Club Annual Holiday Party

‌ ednesday, Dec. 5 W ISU Hancock Stadium Club, Normal Photos by Arthur Drake

Pat Healy, Bruce Bergethon, Linda Healy, Drake Zimmerman

Ron and Becky Goeckner, Gene Gudeman (standing), Sandy Bush

Gene Jontry, Jan Drake, Diane Jontry, Kathy Alexander

Elleke Mesdag, Iris and Carson Varner

Normal Rotary President Sherry Hawkins

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Adam Nielsen and Dayna Brown-Nielsen

Colleen Reynolds

Kathie and Alan Chapman

David Taylor (photo by Becky Goeckner)

Poem

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Nothing compares to the joy, when over the phone you said, yes, to my invitation for a day at the lake.

Finally, we were there walking along the shore holding hands in the light spring air. I had a plan of the forever kind, if my heart would just stop pounding inside my chest like the bass drum in a band.

We rent a rowboat, I help you in, we oar out under the archway bridge, I fumble through my clothes, heart rolling like thunder, hands shaking as if I were old.

I open the satin box that holds the ring shining in its gold setting, hands still shaking out of control — you cup them in yours, hold them to your breasts, and to my undying relief you say, yes.

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cultures MARRYING

Photos courtesy of J. Kelley Photography

Below: Angie and Eddie by their churro wall, where guests picked off heart-shaped churros and then customized them with a variety of syrups and candy. The wall was built by the bride’s father and family friends.

The words “El Amor Es Dulce” is Spanish for “Love is Sweet.”

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hen Angie Basolo wed Eddie Navarro on July 7, 2018, it was important to incorporate some of Eddie’s Mexican heritage and traditions into the day.

Readings at the ceremony were done in both English and Spanish. At the reception guests feasted on a Mexican sweet treat churros from a churro wall and a Mariachi band made a surprise appearance, with the father of the groom acting as MC. Eddie’s uncles and grandfather all entertained the guests by singing along in Spanish.

Above: A traditional 5-piece Mariachi band entertained the guests and got the dancing started on a lively note.

Right: After Angie and Eddie exchanged vows, the groom’s parents placed a wedding lasso rosary, also called el lazo, around the couple in a symbol of unity.

The groom’s uncles and grandfather sang along with the Mariachi band.

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NATURE STORY

‘TIS SEASON J the

Tree of Hope Lighting Ceremony

T‌ hursday, Nov. 29 Community Cancer Center, Normal Photos by Deanna Frautschi Eight indoor trees featured holiday ornaments in honor or memory of those affected by cancer. Refreshments and entertainment were provided for attendees with an outdoor tree illuminated for the first time

by Foundation Board President Mary Bennett-Henrichs.

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Barb Nunemaker, Peggy Swerdlik, Barb Haab

Janet Kuhns, Jan Meyer, Peggy Hundley

Mary Bennett-Henrichs lights the outdoor tree.

Charlie, Paul, Tori and Karen Jones

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Katy, Brendan and Gavin Gesell

Karen DeAngelis, Kathy Shannahan

Sue and Rich Stroyan

Susan Hurliman and Cathy Haas

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15 DISNEY IN CONCERT AROUND THE WORLD Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts 21 MCLEAN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AGRICULTURE AWARDS DINNER Holiday Inn & Suites 21 THE SOLDIER’S PLOT McLean County Museum of History

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8, 28 ISU WOMEN’S BASKETBALL GAME Redbird Arena

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Young Men’s Club | Christmas Party

‌Bloomington Country Club Tuesday, Dec. 11 Photos by Thom Rakestraw

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Dennis Feicke, Denny Steele, David Strand, Mary Feicke

Kathy and Jim Stahly

Terry Fry, Donna Dirks

Sandy and Bob Kohlhase

Judge Paul Lawrence, Helen Ogar

Linda Fisher, Carole Ringer

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Jesse and Susan Smart

Frank and Angie Hoffman

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Young Men’s Club | Christmas Party

Joe Mildred, John and Shirley Esch, Ann Goutard

START THE CELEBRATION While the ceremony itself might be the main event of the wedding day, it’s the reception that everyone looks forward to.

Mike Pohlman of Palace Events has worked on approximately 1,300 weddings in the eight years Palace Events has operated.

“We take a team approach to all of our events,” explains Mike. “We have a team of accountable, disciplined and fundamentally sound team members. We work in a high-pressure and fast-paced industry. The only way to overcome any obstacles and adversity that can arise on wedding day is to focus on our fundamentals and work together as a team. I am blessed with outstanding leadership from Garfield Martin, Samantha Schultz, Jose Huerta, Courtney Kroos and many others.”

Receptions come in all shapes and sizes and can fit any budget. From an extravagant, elegant and luxurious affair to a fun and informal party, the trick is to make it your own. Mike shares some of his favorite reception ideas that make for a truly memorable party.

PROJECTION OF YOUR INITIALS 1. MONOGRAM Add a personal touch to your reception by projecting the bride's and groom’s initials or the wedding date on the floor or wall.

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BRING NATURE INDOORS Boxwood hedge walls are a great way to add a touch of the outdoors to your wedding. The vibrant green offers the perfect canvas for a special saying or quote or song that is relevant to the couple. The color and texture and lush garden vibe are a great addition to any reception.

IT UP 3. LIGHT Lighting can transform a room from so-so to stunning.

You can use off-white or gold to bring warmth to the room or go bold with a pop of color. And lighting isn’t only for interiors. Lighting up your venue on the outside or on trees and landscaping sets the mood from the beginning.

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SPARKLING EXITS A sparkler send-off is great way to bring the night to a close (and makes for some amazing photos).

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CEILINGS 5. STUNNING Wow guests immediately as they enter the room with draping or lighting over the dance floor. It is the central location of the evening and provides a dramatic focus.

6. DON’T FORGET THE DANCE FLOOR

Great lighting over the floor will make it feel like a party and draw guests onto the dance floor.

THE HEAD TABLE 7. HIGHLIGHT Décor over the head table or sweetheart table adds that extra bit of ‘oomph.' This can be achieved in a variety of ways, including individual bulb lights or wisteria and arbor.

8. BABY, YOU’RE A FIREWORK

Not just for the Fourth of July, fireworks are a showstopping way to end the evening.

9. I CAN SEE CLEARLY NOW

Clear top tents offer the best of all worlds. You are covered from the elements but still remain part of nature with the beauty of your location visible at all times.

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Left: Cat Woods and Julie Dobski singing a special Rotary song written just for the occasion

Friday, Dec. 14 Home of Bob and Julie Dobski, Bloomington Photos by Carlos T. Miranda

Sweet Rotary

Written by Julie Dobski & Joe Palm a Sung to the tune of Sweet Caroline Where it began, I can’t begin to knowing But then I know it’s growing stron g It was in the Spring Then Spring became the Summer Who’d have believed Rotaries come along

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Hands, touching hands Reaching out, touching me, touching you We are Rotary Polio don’t stand a chance We are inclined Peace and goodwill around the world And now we

Larry and Arlene Pennie

Judge Paul Lawrence, Helen Ogar, Julie Dobski

Look at the night and it don’t seem so lonely We filled it up with 1.2 (million, that is) And when we hurt Hurting runs off our shoulders Open to all regardless of who We touch the world Reaching out, changing me, changing you We are ROTARY To believe a Rotarian could Sweet Rotary Polio don’t stand a chance Sweet Rotary We live to serve the world with good We are Rotary I believe a Rotarian could

Beth Hagen, Nick Houska

Ann Charback, Dave Nybakke, Julie and Jeff Payne

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Bloomington-Normal Sunrise Rotary | Holiday Party

Brenda and Harlan Geiser

Dobski-O’Connor Reception

‌ aturday, Oct. 27 S Marriott Hotel and Conference Center, Normal Photos by Carlos T. Miranda

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Erin Williams

Leanna Bordner, ISU President Larry Dietz, first lady Marlene Dietz, Uma Kailasam, Krishna Balakrishnan

Marcia and Fred Basolo

Sheila and Bernie Wright

Barb and Dave Selzer

Bob and Julie Dobski

Ronnie Jones, Miss Janet Hayslip Streenz

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Laura Dobski-O’Connor and Michael O’Connor

Linda and Al Bowman

Steve Dobski carrying Kirsten Brown

David Horine, Helen Goldrick

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Woody and Jane Shadid, Sonja Reece

Steve Snyder, Julie Dobski, Nancy Snyder

Fun at the photo booth

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Dobski-O’Connor Reception

Mark and Cindy Segobiano, Jizet and Dr. Ramsin Benyamin

By the Numbers

2018 YTD* Single Family Home Sales Stats Through November 2018

NEW CONSTRUCTION Giggle, chuckle and cackle all night long with local amateur comedians while supporting Health Sciences at HCC.

Friday, February 22, 2019 at Heartland’s Campus Café 6-9 p.m.

2018 YTD Totals

2017 YTD Comparison

Units 81

Units 130

$ Volume $23,933,762

$ Volume $39,309,972

Average price $295,479

Average price $302,384

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2017 YTD Comparison

Units 2,596

Units 2,489

$ Volume $448,484,800

$ Volume $423,610,034

Average price $172,760

Average price $170,193

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2017 YTD Comparison

Units 2,678

Units 2,619

$ Volume $472,799,562

$ Volume $462,920,006

Average price $176,550

Average price $176,754

Compiled as of Nov. 13, 2018 Bloomington Normal Association of REALTORS

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once again gathering a band to play for free at uptown venues on Christmas Eve.

NORMAL — OSF Urgo (urgent care for people on the go), touted by OSF HealthCare as a new type of urgent-care center, opened Dec. 11 at 211 Greenbriar Drive, Normal, and the former Schlotzsky’s location, 508 IAA Drive, Bloomington, is being considered for another site.

McLean Co. solar farms up for permit lottery‌

Insurance claims top 1,500 after tornadoes‌ BLOOMINGTON — State Farm and Country Financial received more than 1,500 homeowner and auto insurance claims in the immediate aftermath of a storm system that saw 27 recorded tornado touchdowns in Illinois, including Taylorville, over the first weekend in December.

Mole Hole to close‌ BLOOMINGTON — The Mole Hole, which has been selling gifts at Bloomington’s Eastland Mall for 34 years, announced plans in December to close early in the new year as owner Ron Porth takes steps toward retirement.

Outback moves to Eastland site‌ BLOOMINGTON — Outback Steakhouse opened Dec. 12 at its new, standalone location in front of Eastland Mall at the corner of Veterans Parkway and Empire Street in Bloomington after moving from a storefront site in Lakewood Plaza shopping center, where it had been since 1999.

Lee reports $4.4M in earnings for quarter‌ DAVENPORT, Iowa — Lee Enterprises, Inc., parent company of The Pantagraph, Decatur Herald & Review and Woodford County Journal, reported earnings of $4.4 million for its fourth fiscal quarter, or 7 cents per diluted common share, which is up from $3.5 million, or 6 cents per diluted common share, for the same quarter last year.

Marshalls to open in B-N‌ BLOOMINGTON — A Marshalls department store is expected to open in fall 2019 in the Twin Cities, according to chain owner TJX Companies Inc., which also operates HomeGoods, T.J. Maxx and Sierra Trading Post stores, but details, including the location, aren’t available yet.

Eastland’s tax value slashed‌ BLOOMINGTON — Eastland Mall in Bloomington saw its property tax value drop from $50.7 million in 2017 to $34.4 million in 2018, which determines taxes payable in 2019, under an agreement reached in December between local taxing bodies and mall owner CBL Properties, Chattanooga, Tenn.

Tasty Crab serving seafood‌ BLOOMINGTON — Tasty Crab, a new restaurant featuring Cajun-style boiled seafood, sushi and a full-service bar, opened at 706 S. Eldorado Road, the site of the former Lucky Garden in southeast Bloomington.

BLOOMINGTON — McLean County is on track to have 18 solar farms considered for state approval in an Illinois Power Agency permit lottery in early 2019, and small-scale solar power development continues after another successful Solar Bloomington-Normal group-buy program that lets individuals and businesses save money buy pooling their equipment purchases.

Brandt donates $5K after bus crash‌ NORMAL — The Brandt Group of Companies donated $5,000 to the Unit 5 Educational Foundation in support of the families affected by the Dec. 5 collision between a school bus and semitrailer truck on Interstate 74 that killed two men and left two others injured.

Music Shoppe band plays on‌ The Music Shoppe, 1540 E. College Ave., Normal, may not be based in uptown Normal anymore, but owner Randy Wood kept up a 40-year-old tradition by

Chamber honors Bob Dobski‌ BLOOMINGTON — The McLean County Chamber of Commerce has awarded it 2018 Legacy of Excellence honor to local business and community leader and philanthropist Bob Dobski, who with is wife, Julie, owned and operated 10 local McDonald’s restaurants until 2017.

Home sales up slightly in November‌ BLOOMINGTON — The Bloomington-Normal Association of Realtors reported 183 closings on existing homes totaling over $423 million in November, which reflects a minor increase over 2017 numbers, said BNAR President Danell Moberly of Boulevard Realty Group.

Unemployment rate ticks up‌ BLOOMINGTON — The Illinois Department of Employment Security said 95,400 people had jobs in November in the Bloomington metropolitan statistical area, which is up from 95,200 from November 2017, but the unemployment rate ticked up from 3.6 percent to 3.9 percent in McLean County.

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Business Barometer

OSF offers new style of urgent care‌

McLean County Chamber of Commerce | Business After Hours

‌ ednesday, Dec. 19 W Community Health Care Clinic, Normal Photos by Erin Woods

Legacy of Excellence honoree Bob Dobski at microphone More photos at pantagraph.com/ limited

Jenna Donald, Melanie Shellito

Leanna Bordner, Tony Morstatter, Shelleigh Birlingmair, Kurt Rudsinski

Laura and Michael O’Connor

Ryan Fiala, Justin Bellas, JR Lelm, Chad Bevers, Andi Whalen

Tony and Karen DeAngelis

Dr. Joe Santiago, Marshall Elkin

Aggie Hedin, Deb Calhoun, Nikki Nusbaum, Betsy Boge, Amy Norland

Breanna Grow, Mike Romagnoli

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Joe and Liz Palma, Sally Brumfield

Stu Hummel, Abby Strader, Ken Myszka

Steve and Bob Dobski

Dr. Kathy Bohn, Dr. Tom Nielsen, Dr. Judy Neubrander

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Seller says sell!! Bring all offers! Spectacular 4 br 3.5 bath custom built home will take your breathe away! Enjoy lazy days watching the kids play in the pool or just enjoy the peaceful view watching the sunset off the lake. Entertaining will be easy; pool parties, bbq’s, etc. Gourmet kitchen maple cabinetry, giant island, and endless storage space! Open floor plan! Your entry way will make a statement with dining room that leads to open and bright great room. Sliding doors offer expansive views with lots of natural light. Enjoy your cup of morning coffee on the deck overlooking the exquisite views of the lake. All br’s have huge closets and master br is on first floor. Property details - new roof & pool deck 2016, new pool 2015.

Professionally painted in great room and upstairs br’s with new light fixtures in the bathrooms. Outdoor electricity has been run and is ready for your spa! Put this home at the top of your “must see list”!!

Bruce Dillman, Broker: 309-838-8390 or brucedillman@hotmail.com Andrea Dillman, Broker: 309-846-1558 or andrea@crownerealty.com

3104 Preston, BL $289,900 Amazing 2 entry story home with over 4700 finished sq.ft.

Huge oversized heated 2 car garage. Screen porch w/lighting, cable and fan overlooking beautiful fenced yard, deck and patio w/fire pit. Updates galore including Kitchen w/granite tops, tiled backsplash, center island eating bar, wine chiller, cooktop, drawer microwave desk area and pantry. Beautiful wood floors on main level. Dream laundry room w/cabinets and lockers.

Large Master suite w/2 vanities, large tub and separate shower.

3 Bedrooms, jack and jill bath...one with sink and stool other with 2 sink vanity with shower in between. Such a great set up.

Finished lower level w/ Family Room, Rec area, hot tub and full bath. Enjoy the subdivision pool, tennis courts and pavilion.

Directions: E on Oakland R on Watford R on Preston.

Deb Connor

(309) 531-1912

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COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE Retail, Office, Land, Lease Space, Investment & Multi-Family

14018 Carole Drive, Bloomington Flex Space for Lease

• NW Corner Rt.9 & Carole • Exposure & Traffic • 3,420 sq.ft. office and 13,200 sq.ft. warehouse • 3 Overhead Doors 12’-14’ Clearance • Must See - Well Maintained • Vacant

306 E. Grove, BL NEW - $375,000 - PRICE

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Lots of recent updates on the building. Currently occupied by Cracked up Pottery. Lease expires 4/30/2021. Investor or future owner occupied space.

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19th Annual Downtown Bloomington Jean Anderson Awards

T‌ hursday, Dec. 12 The Bistro, Bloomington Photos by Thom Rakestraw

Jean Anderson Award winners Bill and Bev Edwards

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Altitude Trampoline Park | Ribbon Cutting and First Year Anniversary

Friday, Nov. 30 Altitude Trampoline Park, 1702 GE Road, Suite 4, Bloomington Photos by Thom Rakestraw

Ashley Corcoran, daughter of owners Eric and Julie Corcoran, cuts the ribbon More photos at pantagraph.com/limited

Tay Hutchcraft bouncing with daughter Emmersyn

Eric and Julie Corcoran, owners

Jennifer Worth with nephew Wincy Ewan

Owners and staff with state Rep. Dan Brady

View from the lounge

McLean County Chamber of Commerce January/February 2019 Events Saturday, January 26 Annual Gala: Presenting the 2018 Business Excellence Awards, 5 p.m. cocktails, 6:30 p.m. Program & Awards Ceremony, at DoubleTree

by Hilton, 10 Brickyard Drive, Bloomington. $125 per individual ticket, $1,250 per table of 10. Contact Traci Andracke at 309-829-1183 or traci@ mcleancochamber.org for more information.

Wednesday, January 30 Business Before Hours, 7 to 8:30 a.m. at Mennonite College of Nursing at ISU Alumni Center, 1101 N. Main St., Normal. Free.

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Thursday, February 7 Membership 101, 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. at McLean Chamber of Commerce.

Registration Required. Free.

Wednesday, February 20 Leadership McLean County Informational Session, 8 - 8:30 a.m. at McLean Chamber of Commerce. Free.

Wednesday, February 13 Business After Hours, 4:30 6:30 p.m., Altman’s Billiards & Barstools, 2036 Ireland Grove Rd., Bloomington.

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Thursday, February 21 Agricultural Awards Dinner, 5:30 - 8 p.m. at Holiday Inn Airport, 3202 E Empire St, Bloomington. Tickets $35. Contact Traci Andracke at 309-829-1183 or traci@ mcleancochamber.org for more information.

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Wednesday February 27 Business Before Hours, 7 to 8:30 a.m. – Small Business Development Ctr. at IWU, 1402 Park St., Blm. Free.

Our History F

ebruary 12 will mark President Abraham Lincoln’s 210th birthday.

Few places in Illinois played a more important role in shaping Lincoln’s political success than BloomingtonNormal. It was home to some of Lincoln’s closest friends and colleagues, including Jesse Fell and David Davis, and its residents became some of his most important backers in his pursuit of national office. Bloomington-Normal is so significant in Lincoln’s life that we are considered a gateway in the Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area. The Looking for Lincoln tour offers you a chance to walk in Lincoln’s footsteps.

You’ll see the places where he stayed, worked and visited during his time in BN. Lincoln made his first visit to Bloomington-Normal in 1837 when he was a lawyer on the eighth judicial circuit. During this time, he met Fell and Davis, who would become two of his closest friends and political allies. Lincoln occasionally stayed at Davis’ mansion in Bloomington, Clover Lawn. A new mansion was built in the 1870s, which is

today open for tours as the David Davis Mansion. It’s a rare glimpse into the daily lives of a wealthy Victorian family.

Many of the stops on the Looking for Lincoln tour are located in Downtown Bloomington, including the site of the McLean County Courthouse where Lincoln practiced law. The original building no longer exists, but in 1904 a new building was built on the site and is now the McLean County Museum of History. The museum reveals the lives of the people who shaped McLean County, including those who encountered and knew Lincoln. It also houses the Cruisin’ with Lincoln on 66 Visitors Center. Also in downtown is the site of Lincoln’s “Lost Speech,” on the corner of Front & East Streets. In this speech delivered on May 29, 1856, Lincoln condemned slavery.

Just a few blocks away is the MillerDavis Building, where Lincoln would visit with clients in the law office of Davis in an annex to the building.

In addition to the tour, each summer Lincoln’s Festival on 66 gathers together people throughout Central Illinois who

feel a shared sense of pride in the area’s deep connection to our 16th president.

Each of the locations that host the festival feature a different activity. You’ll experience Civil War re-enactments, traditional craft demonstrations, talks, tours and more.

158 years after Lincoln’s last visit to Bloomington-Normal, our connection to him is stronger than ever. Walking around town today, it’s easy to picture Lincoln going about his day: walking down the steps of the McLean County Courthouse, bent over his paperwork in his office, tipping his famous top hat in greeting to a stranger.

For more information on Looking for Lincoln, visit our website at VisitBN.org.

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PROPERTIES for SALE / LEASE

1833 W. Hovey, NL

1603 Tullamore, BL

448 Wylie Dr., BL

808 Eldorado, #202, BL

205 N. Williamsburg, Unit B, BL

3807 Balybunion, BL

POSSIBLE SALE REDUCED

REDUCED

31,720 sq. ft.

Warehouse/Office Mike Flynn

2,720 sq. ft.

Beautifully Finished Office Space Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal

Class “A” Office Full Gross Lease Mike Flynn

1,350 sq. ft. Office Space For Lease Yount/Pritts Team

1,750 sq. ft.-Office Space Unit B for Lease Mike Flynn

1,900 sq. ft. Office/Retail For Lease Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal

803 E Layfayette, BL

1524 Lafayette Park Dr., BL

1112-1118 E. Oakland Ave., BL

901 W. Main St, El Paso

2706 McGraw, BL

410 E. Douglas, BL

NEW

SALE OR LEASE

600-9,000 sq. ft.

Office Gary Trembley

6-Unit Multi-Family Laura Pritts

107 Mall, NL

420 Olympia Dr., BL

NEW

2,752-6,130 sq. ft.

Class ‘A’ Office Space Yount/Pritts Team

2,000-4,000 sq. ft.

Flex Space Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal

2011 S. Main, BL

808 S. Eldorado, BL

3,100-6,285 sq. ft.

Class “A” Office Space Yount/Pritts Team

1730 Bradford Lane, NL 1407 N Veteran’s Pkwy/Lakewood Plaza, BL

1,560 sq. ft.; 1,610-4,840 sq. ft.

Retail Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal

716 E. Empire, BL

408 N. Walnut, LeRoy

2507 E. Oakland, BL

SALE OR LEASE

MOTIVATED SELLER

10,000 sq. ft. Office

For Lease or MAkE OFFER TO PURChASE Mike Flynn

1,024-2,048 sq. ft.

Freestanding Office Retail/Office 9,100 sq. ft.

Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal

960 sq. ft.

Immaculate Office/Retail Mike Talkington

5,000-10,069 sq. ft.

Retail Mike O'Neal

1015 Mercer, BL

207 E. Washington, BL

1,600 & 9,500 sq. ft.

10,483 sq. ft.

Retail Medical Office Space Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal

607 Hannah, BL

2222 W. College Ave., NL

NEW

6,686-18,928 sq. ft.

21,907 sq. ft. for Lease Warehouse Near Shoppes at College hills Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal Greg Yount

616 N. Main Street, BL

1715 E. Hamilton, BL

NEW

NEW

1,500-3,000 sq. ft.

Office Space for Lease Bob Swords/Greg Yount

Investment Sale 8.2% Cap Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal

60,000 sq. ft.

Warehouse Yount/Pritts Team

214 S. Linden, Suite 1A, NL

802 N. Main St., BL

709 W. College, NL

CORNER LOT

PENDING

OLD

S

PENDING

3,000 sq. ft.

Retail/Office/Flex Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal

3,880 sq. ft.

Retail/Office/Flex Yount/Pritts Team

199,378 sq. ft. on 11.91 acres Warehouse/Manufacturing for Sale Mike Flynn

1,612 sq. ft.

Office for Lease Laura Pritts

13,138 sq. ft. B-1 Assemblage Possible Mike Flynn

8,179 sq. ft.

Sorority house Laura Pritts

1609 Northbrook, NL

802 N. Clinton, BL

211 N. Veterans Pkwy, BL

8 Westport, BL

2708 E. Lincoln, BL

715 Fairmont, BL

SOLD PENDING 3,700 sq. ft.

Office/Retail/Restaurant Meghan O’Neal

1,560-3,170 sq. ft.

Office Lease Yount/Pritts Team

2,825 sq. ft.

Office Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal

No warranties or representation, express or implied, is made as to the accuracy of the information contained herein, and same is submitted subject to errors, omissions, change of price, withdrawal without notice, and to any special listing conditions imposed by our principals.

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8,916 sq. ft.

Flex Building Laura Pritts

50,000 sq. ft. Lot Former Daycare Mike Flynn

12-Unit Multi-Family Laura Pritts

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418 Jersey Avenue, NL

NEW

230 Fairway, BL

903 Morrissey, BL

PENDING LE

1540 E. College, NL

14018 Carole Dr., BL

503 S. Main, NL

POSSIBLE SALE

D SE

A

20,501 sq. ft.

Church on 2.22 acres Mike Talkington

4-Unit Multi-Family Laura Pritts

Office & Warehouse 100,000 sq. ft.

Gary Trembley

6,100 sq. ft.

Retail Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal

Great Flex Building 18,960 sq. ft. LEASE Mike Flynn

2,484 sq. ft.

Retail near ISU and IWU Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal

1503 E. College, Suite P., NL

511 Chancellor, BL

403 Kays Drive, NL

3703 Ireland Grove, BL

303 Landmark Drive, NL

1013 W. Washington, BL

NEW

NEW

INVESTMENT

NEW

9,300 sq. ft.

Office/Retail Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal

4,495 sq. ft.

Restaurant Yount/Talkington

6,000 sq. ft.

Specialty School/Daycare Greg Yount

Investment Sale Office Building 100% Leased Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal

Owner User/Investor 9.7% Cap Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal

13,900 sq. ft.

Warehouse Laura Pritts

2302 E. Oakland, BL

2442 S. Main St., BL

1600 Morrissey Crossing, BL

407 E. Vernon Ave., NL

2045 Ireland Grove Rd., BL

101 Northfield, NL

PENDING

PENDING

D SE

A

LE 440 sq. ft. - 700 sq. ft.

Office Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal

Class A Office/Flex Space Immaculate Indoor Warehouse Gary Trembley

1,575, 8,180, & 10,824 sq. ft.

Retail/Office/Restaurant Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal

8,400 sq. ft.

2 separate spaces Mike Talkington/Laura Pritts

16,886 sq. ft.

Retail/Warehouse Mike Talkington

32-unit Multi-Family Townhouses Greg Yount

Empire & Peach, BL

107 Mall, NL

1215 Holiday Lane, BL

315 S. Madison, BL

702 S. Gridley, BL

306 E. Grove, BL

REDUCED

34 Units/Multi-Family 1.6 Acres Yount/Pritts Team

29,775 sq. ft. for Sale Near Shoppes at College Hills Greg Yount

5,612 sq. ft.

High Visibility Surgical Center Mike Talkington

4,872 sq. ft.

Warehouse District Mike Talkington

1,500 sq. ft.

Well-Maintained Flex Bldg.

Mike Talkington

5,100 sq. ft. Office Downtown Bloomington Mike Flynn

King City MHP, LeRoy

2406 E. Empire, BL

2907 Gill St. Unit 6, BL

1605 Morrissey Drive, Ste 101, BL

1607 Visa, NL

919 Thor, BL

NEW

NEW

5,497 sq. ft. Office For Sale or For Lease Yount/Pritts Team

11,970 sq. ft.

Warehouse/Office Yount/Pritts Team

NEW

22 pads on 1.80 acres Mobile Home Park Laura Pritts

LAND FOR SALE

ADDRESS

NEW NEW

1,848 sq. ft. & 3,155 sq. ft.

Office Space Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal

2,217 sq. ft.

Flex Space/Investment Mike Talkington

Offfice/Retail 4,120 sq. ft.

Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal

SIZE

AGENT

1271 Airport, BL............................................................................................................................. 1.1 Acres.......................................................................................Greg Yount 1101 Gettysburg Dr. ZONED R3A.. ........................................................................................... .0.69 Acres...................................................................................... Laura Pritts Highpoint Hill Subdivision, Lot 1 (LEX) ....................................................................................1.16 Acres........................................................................... Yount/Pritts Team 2016 S. Main, BL............................................................................................................................. 1.4 Acres.......................................................................................Greg Yount 111 Merle Lane, NL MOTIVATED SELLER.................................................................................. 4 Acres.......................................................................................Mike Flynn Wylie Dr. & Enterpise, BL ................................................................................................................ 5 Acres.......................................................................................Greg Yount 1008 Wylie Dr., BL ........................................................................................................................1.57 Acres.......................................................................................Greg Yount 205 N. Prospect Rd........................................................................................................................1.63 Acres.......................................................................................Greg Yount Lumbertown Road, NL ................................................................................................................7.38 Acres.......................................................................................Mike Flynn Empire Business Park, BL..................................................................................................................... Vary.......................................................................................Greg Yount LeRoy Plaza Sub, (LRY)....................................................................................................................... Vary........................................................................... Yount/Pritts Team Parkway Village/Veterans Parkway & Mercer, BL ....................................................................... 1-3 Acres......................................................... Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal Crossroads Center-Lots 4 & 5, NL ......................................................................................................3.09 & 3.88 Acres ....................................................................................... Yount/Pritts Team 2407 & 2419 Maloney, BL........................................................................................................................ .45 & .37 Acres .................................................................................................. Greg Yount 240 Greenwood, BL..................................................................................................................Corner Lot - 2.18 Acres .................................................................................................. Mike Flynn 240 Greenwood, BL MAKE OFFER ........................................................................................................ 2.18 Acres ................................................................................................ Mike Flynn 2001 GE Road .......................................................................................................................................... 4.5+/- Acres ............................................................... Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal 1801 Bradford Lane, Lot 16, NL ...................................................................................................2.15 Acres......................................................... Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal Towanda Barnes/Leslie, BL ........................................................................................................ 1-9.3 Acres...................................................................................... Laura Pritts Parkside & Raab Roads, NL ................................................................................................................... 3.06 Acres ............................................................... Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal 515 Chancellor Drive, BL............................................................................................................. 1.50 Acres......................................................... Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal 1, 2, and 4 Audie Murphy Dr., BL .............................................................................................1-2.75 Acres.................................................................. Greg Yount/Mike Flynn 406-408 Detroit Dr., BL TOWANDA-BARNES RD. FRONTAGE ................................................... 2.41 Acres.......................................................................................Mike Flynn 3216 Gerig Dr., BL ......................................................................... ................................................. 76 Acres.......................................................................................Greg Yount US 150, BL ...................................................................................................Zoned Agriculture - 7.47 Acres.............................................................................. Mike Talkington

No warranties or representation, express or implied, is made as to the accuracy of the information contained herein, and same is submitted subject to errors, omissions, change of price, withdrawal without notice, and to any special listing conditions imposed by our principals.

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INFRASTRUCTURE – DANGER AHEAD

F

or those many of you who follow these monthly presentations on Commercial Real Estate and related matters provided by Coldwell Banker Commercial The Real Estate Group, some may recall my brief reference in an earlier article regarding infrastructure deficits throughout the state of Illinois (roads, bridges, sewers, water systems, etc.), estimated to be in the range of multi-billions of dollars.

Given the impact of “serious” infrastructure deficits on all manner of commercial real estate and the multitude of attendant commercial transactions throughout the United States, it might prove illuminating to focus on the meaning of “serious” in this context.

One United States Senator refers to the quality of our infrastructure as “creating a serious threat to our economy and safety. Another federal official has allowed that “. . . you will never be able to raise enough money federally to close the infrastructure deficit we have currently.”

ASCE (the American Society of Civil Engineers) predicts that “ . . . crumbling infrastructure could cost the economy close to $4 trillion by 2025. Further, “. . . most of the structures that support everyday life in America are failing with roads and airports ranked the poorest of all infrastructure assets.”

So, let’s delineate specifics per the ASCE: • Bridges:

• Roads:

$123 billion – Federal estimate of backlog asset rehabilitation. $160 billion – annual cost of fuel and time lost to congestion.

$713 billion – backlog of highway capital needs (excluding bridges).

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• Rail:

750,000 – northeast corridor passenger trips daily (Amtrak and commuter).

40% - Federal forecast of growth in freight shipments over the next 30 years.

• Drinking 240,000 - estimated water Water: main breaks a year.

6 billion – gallons of treated water a DAY lost to leaking pipes.

Throw in a few more infrastructure assets on the ASCE list – ports, levees, and waste management and ask yourself what the future holds in regard to our ECONOMY and SAFETY. The answer, in addition to chaos and other negative happenings, is massive trillions of dollars.

Next question, from where?

In 2018, a United States Congress package that would have compelled cities and states to provide at least 80% of the funding for infrastructure improvement got next to no support – obviously an unrealistic burden on the cities and states.

Preparedness for a Moderate Recession’.

Twenty-five states were deemed to be PREPARED; Fourteen states were deemed to be MODERATELY PREPARED; and eleven states, including ILLINOIS, were found to be SEVERELY UNPREPARED. One half of the United States is “UNPREPARED” and the unfortunate view expressed is “…the problems will keep festering until a recession intensifies them.”

For many years, Chicago has considered alternatives for new transit lines and stations, but can’t move forward without federal funding assistance. Now a statewide infrastructure bill is being considered and would include a $.20 - $.30 a gallon increase in the state gasoline.

Given the ‘dangers’ noted earlier in this article, it would seem incumbent on all of us to make known our concerns to government officials at all levels (suggest solutions if you have one) and request their focus and action be towards solutions. Hope springs eternal and cautious optimism abounds!

Political gridlock is an anchor on attempts to solve the problem. Two longtime U.S. Senators retiring in January, have allowed as how the “Senate as an institution is in crisis” and “it doesn’t work as well as it used to”. Gridlock at many levels of government precludes appropriate and necessary action resulting in “---kicking the can down the road.”

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Meanwhile, cities and states are forced to examine means to raise an array of taxes to stem the tide. Compounding this are current suggestions of a possible recession looming on the horizon.

Moody’s Analytics and the National Association of State Budget Offices recently reported a study entitled ‘State

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Rivian to debut vehicles in 2018‌ NORMAL — Rivian Automotive, the Michigan-based electric car startup that bought the former Mitsubishi Motors North America plant in Normal, plans to publicly reveal its first vehicles this year, a major milestone on the road to bringing a five-passenger pickup truck to the market in 2020.

BLOOMINGTON — Real estate analyst REAL Trends listed five Bloomington-based firms as among the top 1,250 Up-And-Comers nationwide: Crowne Realty of Bloomington, which closed 618 transaction sides in 2017; Re/Max Rising with 760; Re/Max Choice with 1,140; Keller Williams Realty with 1,186; and BLOOMINGTON — The jobless rate in Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Snyder the Bloomington metropolitan statistical Real Estate with 1,209. area dropped to 3.6 percent in February from 4.8 percent a year ago, Illinois Department of Employment Security reported in March, continuing a nine-month downward trend.

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BLOOMINGTON — Two unrelated senior living facilities in Bloomington, the $8 million, 74-unit Villas of Holly Brook, 1815 Towanda Barnes Road, and the $10.5 million, 80-unit Welbrook at Bloomington, 1402 Leslie Drive, Bloomington, announced in March they were ready to open as soon as state licenses were approved.

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Leman unveils $8M Toyota facility‌ BLOOMINGTON — The Sam Leman Automotive Group’s newly opened $8 million Toyota showroom and service facility, 1615 Morrissey Drive, Bloomington, features the latest technology for online car sales and diagnostic and repair work, co-owner Ben Leman said.

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group of us were sitting around the office the other day discussing where we thought the commercial real estate market was going in our market area.

As we mused, we discussed the key influencers that help to drive the local market. A few local factors are: the commercial brokers, investors, and government (through their incentives).

But what about the outside influencers such as national brokers, their investors and state government? No one has a crystal ball for the future but a few have a good picture of what will be coming in the next 12 months. or so, but what about the long term?

How will the ever increasing pace of change drive the future requirements for commercial property?

We have all seen the growth of the east side and the formulation of the Enterprise Zone along the north side of E. Empire which brought the redevelopment of Eastland Mall, the changes to the old Kmart Plaza, and the removal of several buildings in preparation for new businesses.

This is happening today, but what will happen in the future? That seems to be the real question that remains unanswered, but why?

There are many factors. For example, what effect will technology have on growth? If you look at the local agriculture industry, it continues

to grow as technology brings greater insight into how to produce a product with greater efficiency thanks to advancements made in genetics, plant placement, nutrient delivery, GPS positioning (showing the proper placement of fertilizer, lime, pest control and the yields by location at harvest). Today, the solution is placed where it is needed, versus applying them to the entire field as was the practice in the past.

Can a similar approach be brought to commercial real estate? Would it be accepted? We have the demographics in terms of vehicle counts, population within X miles, income ranges for a given radius of a location, purchasing patterns, retail sales volume, etc. We have the basic information today but what does it mean when looking to the future?

Given the struggle that the community faces with the challenge of retaining our young people, both local and imported college students, where should we be looking to determine what commercial real estate resources will be required for the next five years, ten years? Should we as a community be talking to these students about their dreams, ambitions and plans, since they have their future in their hands?

How do we as a community tap into and retain this “local resource”?

What changes do we know are coming? Uber is here in BloomingtonNormal. Rivian is coming. What else is on the way? Restaurants for sure, but what are the new startup companies out there that could find a home in our market? What impact will their acceptance have on our local community? With the ever increasing pace of change, we must be able to move more quickly in responding to the future needs of the community with respect to infrastructure, resources, retention of talent, etc.

However, we can’t give up the ship in the process.

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“I remember being here at One Uptown on the Circle groundbreaking ceremony 11 years ago and thinking ‘Would this not be a cool place to live? Wouldn’t that be fun?’”

Always one who wants to be where the action is, Sonja still struggled with making the decision to move until she just told herself, ”If you want to do it, you have to commit.” And commit she did. When Sonja moved in in early December, she was the second person in the building, on the same floor as her friend Janet Graber.”

As the first person in the building, Janet said to Tartan Realty, which manages the One Uptown property, “I wanted to live in Uptown Normal, just not by myself.” Tartan management gave Janet a room key to the nearby Hyatt Place Hotel, and told her to keep the room for the night or a month or however long it

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Gracious chef’s kitchen w/ expansive granite island. Viking range, many cabinets, large pantry & extensive countertop space & cozy patio off kitchen. Flexible open floor plan-perfect for entertaining on multiple levels. Attention to detail throughout. High ceilings, luxurious master suite w/fireplace & side porch. So many windows and so much light! Three patios, one at water’s edge. LL offers granite-countered kitchen (stove); office, family room & 2nd master suite, each w/ separate walk-out; theater room, exercise room & 2nd laundry room & lots of storage.Lots of windows & 3 walk-outs! Available attached lake-front 2nd lot for sale w/ irrigation, trees & electric service.

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24 Crooked Creek, BL $469,900 The stage is set! As you enter the foyer, don’t forget to look up to see the elaborate trim. Custom Shelving units and mantel sets the stage for 11 ft. ceiling in family room. Creative Kitchen design features breakfast bar-tiled backsplash and uniquely orchestrated pantry design. Just off the kitchen is a private office. Master bath has heated floor with walk in shower featuring 2 shower heads and body sprayers. Custom shelving in Master closet. This home has a 4 seasons room off the family room with access to the master bedroom as well. This home has a wonderful view of timber with no backyard neighbors. Interior has been painted 2017, Central Vacuum, Sprinkler system, Whole house surround (Nuvo), Dual zoned heating, Screened in Patio from walk out basement. Lower level features custom entertainment center with surround sound system--2 bedrooms, full bath and wet bar. There is also an eating area adjacent to the bar.

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8859 N 2100 East, Downs $950,000 Outdoor Mans Dream Home- Farming, Fishing & Hunting! Home Site Area of the Log Home is on 2.4 Acres. Farm Acres 90.26 , 3.5 Acre Pond (fully stocked w/ bass ,catfish and more). 71 of the Acres are Tillable. Truly a one of a kind property! Minutes from Town. Award Winning Tri Valley School System- one of top ranked in the state . Contract for Pollen Program has 8 yrs left- 70 Acres in it (14,000 per year income).

Log Home is 8” logs, low utilities, Stove does not stay in Kitchen - Island is negotiable. Full Masonry Chimney System. Propane Gas minimal, $100 Electric per month average, Geothermal Heat and gas forced air, wood burning furnace. 3.5 Car Garage with 24x42 room above.

47 Stonebrook, BL $729,900 Truly AMAZING home!! Grand entry and custom details throughout. 22 x 28 Lanai w/gas fireplace. Gourmet designer Kitchen and walk in pantry. Fabulous Family Room w/stone fireplace. Beautiful Master Suite w/ 18x34 bath and closet.

First floor Den 14x12. Superior lower level w/Family Room, Wet Bar, Theater Room, 2 Bedrooms, full Bath and room to expand or great storage space. Beautiful landscaped yard.

Enjoy the view and privacy while relaxing on the huge stone patio. 12’ ceilings on the main level, 4 Gas fireplaces, 5 Bedrooms, 3 1/2 Baths. A must see to appreciate!! Exterior is mainly Brick and Stone w/Stucco accents.

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Kitchen Tour on June 2

‌Following the success of last year’s Illinois Symphony Guild Lavender and Lemons Kitchen Tour, this year’s tour is even bigger and better.

The event is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 2 and tickets for $20 are available at The Garlic Press, Casey’s, The Olive Bin and HyVee. The event features kitchens in a wide variety of neighborhoods as well as a variety of sizes. The tour includes a kitchen in the One Uptown Circle building, which will also allow patrons to sample new popcorn offerings from The Garlic Press, and show off the store’s table décor. Other kitchens showcase the work of area

designers and local retailers. In keeping with the Lavender and Lemons theme, there will be lavender and lemon extras including lemonade, lemon brownies, lemon candies, lavender sachets and candles.

Proceeds from the tour benefit the Illinois Symphony Orchestra programs for children including the Music Matters! program, in which ISO musicians visit area schools and host an annual concert for school children at the BCPA. Location of houses on the tour include Fox and Hounds Lofts, Sherwood subdivision, Stonebrook Court, Hawthorne Hills and One Uptown Circle.

Left: One of the loft kitchens in the Fox & Hounds building Below right: A huge island, stainless steel appliances and lots of counter space make this Stonebrook kitchen a chef’s dream.

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My Mother’s Love Looking back I’m with her now my small hand lost in hers.

We’re off on one of our many walks—it was the walks we took in early spring that I remember best— there was a fragrance in the air as we picked our way carefully among the bluebells and yellow daffodils. She said, take care, let’s not trample beautiful things. There were robins and red birds on the way, the air was crisp and chilled.

We wore light wraps—her strong hands were always warm. I loved our walks but I would have loved them even without the blue bells and daffodils, because all that really mattered was the love I felt in the confident swish of my mother’s dress and my small hand safely hidden in hers.

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TOP LAWYERS

BLOOMINGTON AREA

These LEADING LAWYERS have been recommended by their peers to be among the TOP LAWYERS in Illinois.

Julia B. McCarthy

Brady Connolly & Masuda PC

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309.862.4914 Workers’ Compensation Defense

A. Clay Cox

Cox & Associates LLC

Bloomington

309.828.7331 Bankrupt/Workout: Comm; Close/Private Held; Emp Benefits; Tax: Business; Trust/Will/Estate

Thomas J. Arkell

Dunn Law Firm LLP

Bloomington

309.828.6241 Employment: Employee; Employment: Mgmt; Immig: Employment; Immig: Individual; School

James P. Ginzkey

Ginzkey Law Office

Bloomington

309.821.9707 Personal Injury: General; Personal Injury: Prof’l Malpractice; ADR: Personal Injury

Thomas N. Jacob

Jacob & Klein LTD

Bloomington

309.664.7777 Gov/Municipal/Lobby/Admin; Public Finance; Real Estate: Commercial

Larry A. Apfelbaum

Kanoski Bresney

Bloomington

309.829.5700 Workers’ Compensation

Todd A. Bresney

Kanoski Bresney

Bloomington

309.829.5700 Personal Injury: General

Timothy W. Kelly

Kelly Law Offices PC

Bloomington

309.820.0600 Personal Injury: General; ADR: Personal Injury

Eitan Weltman

Law Office of Eitan Weltman

Bloomington

309.829.4422 Creditor’s Rights/Commercial Collections ; Real Estate: Residential

Thomas M. Barger, III

LivingstonBarger

Bloomington

309.828.5281 Close/Private Held Business; Real Estate: Commercial; Trust/Will/Estate

Peter W. Brandt

LivingstonBarger

Bloomington

309.828.5281 Commercial Litigation; Med-Mal Defense; PI Defense: General

Thomas A. Jennings

LivingstonBarger

Bloomington

309.828.5281 Agriculture; Real Estate: Commercial; Trust/Will/Estate

Christopher L. Nyweide

LivingstonBarger

Bloomington

309.828.5281 Health; Med-Mal Defense; PI Defense: General

Richard E. Stites

LivingstonBarger

Bloomington

309.828.5281 Comm Lit; Med-Mal Defense; PI Defense: General; Product Liab Def; ADR: PI

William C. Wetzel

LivingstonBarger

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309.828.5281 Land Use/Zoning/Condemn; Public Utilities; Real Estate: Comm; RE: Residential; Tax: Bus

David M. Moss

Moss & Moss PC

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Nathan B. Hinch

Mueller Reece & Hinch LLC

Bloomington

309.827.4055 Construction; Real Estate: Commercial; Real Estate: Residential

William A. Mueller, Jr.

Mueller Reece & Hinch LLC

Bloomington

309.827.4055 Assoc/Non-Profit; Close/Private Held; Comm Lit; Construction; Trust/Will/Estate

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Mueller Reece & Hinch LLC

Bloomington

309.827.4055 Close/Private Held Business; Land Use/Zoning/Condemn; Real Estate: Comm; RE: Residential

Robert T. Varney

Robert T. Varney & Associates

Bloomington

309.827.4444 Insurance Coverage/Reinsurance; PI Defense: General; Product Liab Def; Tox Tort Def

Terence B. Kelly

Thomson & Weintraub LLC

Bloomington

309.829.7069 Personal Injury: General; Personal Injury: Prof’l Malpractice; Work Comp

Kathleen McDonald Kraft Thomson & Weintraub LLC

Bloomington

309.829.7069 Adoption & Reproductive Technology; Family

Melissa M. McGrath

Thomson & Weintraub LLC

Bloomington

309.829.7069 Civil Appell; Civil Rights/Constitution; Employ: Employee; Land Use/Zoning/Condemn

Gina L. Wood

Thomson & Weintraub LLC

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309.829.7069 Criminal Defense: Felonies & Misd; Family; Juvenile

These EMERGING LAWYERS have been identified by their peers to be among the TOP LAWYERS in Illinois who are age 40 or younger OR who have been admitted to the practice of law for 10 or fewer years.

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Brady Connolly & Masuda PC

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Brady Connolly & Masuda PC

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Cox & Associates LLC

Bloomington

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Patrick R. Cox

Cox & Associates LLC

Bloomington

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J. Harrison Fulk

Cox & Associates LLC

Bloomington

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Kelly Law Offices PC

Bloomington

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Kelly Law Offices PC

Bloomington

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Bloomington

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LivingstonBarger

Bloomington

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Springing Forward into New Ventures Story by Kim Hill

If you’ve been itching to get outside to plant tomatoes or peppers, just imagine Chefarmer Ken Myszka’s obsession with local weather reports. After all, Myszka and his group plant, cultivate and harvest a garden area larger than 20 football fields. These garden beds yield the arugula, beets, radishes, scallions, bok choy and dozens of other varieties of produce that appear on the menus of the Epiphany Farms Hospitality Group (EFHG) restaurants. A good start to the planting season is critical to their success, Myszka says.

“If you are not running at the pace of spring when the weather breaks, it will run you over,” Myszka explains. “When you are trying to run a profitable, midscale organic farm, the spring season can make or break you, depending on how you start it.”

The EFHG business model is simple, yet unique in the restaurant world. The group manages 80 acres that supply their three restaurants with locally grown produce. A fourth restaurant, The Bakery and Pickle Bar, opens this spring in downtown Bloomington. When you dine at an EFHG restaurant, nearly everything on your plate has been grown, harvested or otherwise produced locally by EFHG. To minimize waste and conserve energy,

Seedlings germinating in the greenhouse this Spring, with help from Ken Myszka (watering), and Clover and Comfrey Myszka.

vegetables, berries and charcoal, and the group’s goats and pigs — raised without hormones and antibiotics — forage through the same woodlands.

Food waste from the restaurants goes back to the farm for compost. Chefs plan dishes based on what is in season and what’s readily available.

“The menu lightens up in spring,” says Myszka. “It becomes much greener, with a lot more chlorophyll. The season’s first spinach, arugula, greens – they just taste different to us because our bodies are craving these nutrients. It’s like

and soybeans. Then it’s time for the joys of summer – otherwise known as tomatoes, eggplant and peppers – to be transplanted from one of EFHG’s

EFHG’s pasture-raised hens lay their eggs in converted RVs.

four greenhouses. These plants have enjoyed 75-degree temperatures and high humidity in germination chambers

A duck family at home on EFHG’s Kickapoo Creek farm.

Wild ramps harvested from EFHG’s forests.

Chefarmers and staff plant according to nature’s own cycles. They enrich the soil to leave it better than it was. They also utilize 20 acres of forest on their property for gathering mushrooms,

everything is coming out of hibernation, including our human bodies.”

In an ideal year, the EFHG’s garden beds (some 250 of them) yield spinach, radishes, kale, onions, lettuce and scallions by May. Myszka calls the twohundred-foot rows of vegetables “my spring salad bar,” and his goal each season is to have all those veggies harvested before production farmers can get into nearby fields to plant corn

“The salad bar” fields with two-hundred-foot rows of greens growing.

since the first week of February.

Chefs look forward to coming down with a little ‘spring fever’ in planning

menus. “The design of the plating style of our food is always about nature,” Myszka says. “When we can start adding English peas, spring carrots, or stinging nettles, the dish just starts to look a little more like spring, and this season just allows much more opportunity to do that.”

Spring also brings traditions and holidays that are special not only for guests, but for the EFHG family as well.

Epiphany Farms is only open for brunch on Mother’s Day and Easter, for example,

occasional hat tip to Korean cooking,” further noting the food is “approachable for city and suburban palates alike.”

Further evidence of the group’s growing national reputation came this spring, when Myszka and business partner, Chef Stu Hummel, were invited

mission of championing regenerative agriculture in central Illinois. By working with the land and not against it, and by letting nothing go to waste, Myszka and company strive to be so much more than a farm-to-fork establishment.

Claytonia, a nutritious green, grows in the winter months in EFHG’s greenhouses.

Early spring plantings are insulated with straw.

although Myszka hopes the restaurant one day will be open for breakfast on weekends. Even though more than 1,000 laying hens live at the farm, the group must add to its flock to ensure they have enough eggs to consistently serve weekend breakfast.

Epiphany Farms was recently

EFHG’s goats forage in the woods on the property.

to collaborative with Row 7 Seed Company, a new seed company that develops, promotes and sells seeds for new vegetable and grain varieties.

The company is co-founded by Dan Barber, the James Beard Award-winning chef, restaurateur and author. Row 7 will collaborate with fewer than 20 farmers around the country to cultivate

“This restaurant,” he says of Epiphany Farms, “is building local, organic, diversified infrastructure for regenerative thought in this area,” noting that EFHG wants to be a beacon for sustainable living. With the enthusiasm of a zealot, Myszka can wax poetic on the benefits of polyculture and local food with anyone at the drop of a chef’s toque.

But first, he’s got tomato seedlings to transplant at the farm.

Turnips packaged and ready to go.

Freshly picked and washed carrots ready for the restaurant.

named as one of 38 Best Midwest Restaurants on Eater.com. Writer Kevin Pang called the food “classic French technique with American roots and the

new varieties of seed and about 50 international chefs who will cook with the new varieties of vegetables as they become available. Other than Myszka and Hummel, only one other chefarmer in the U.S., Thomas Keller at The French Laundry, was selected both as grower and as chef.

The dual roles – the chef who cooks with ingredients he or she is directly responsible for – epitomizes the EFHG

EFHG’s chickens roam the pastures at the Moraine View property.

Wish Bone Wine and Wishes F‌ riday, March 9 DoubleTree by Hilton, Bloomington Photos by Thom Rakestraw More photos at pantagraph.com/limited

Frank and Angie Hoffman, Kevin Birlingmair, Tim and Debra Leighton, Brad Glenn

Bill and Stacie Croff

Ginnifer Myszka, Samantha Brennan

Aimee and Brock Spack

Chris and Joe Strupek

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Kevin Birlingmair, Larry Apfelbaum, Bob and Traci Freitag, Karen Hansen

Dee Frautschi, Peggy Hundley

Dick and Lucy Meads, Al Bedell

Ronda Glenn, Susan Harris, Felicia Molina

Vishal Sandhu, Emerson Evans

‘So often, a visit to a bookshop has cheered me, and reminded me that there are good things in the world’ -Vincent van Gogh Liz Aspbury, Owner – Bobzbay 419 N. Main

T

hree years ago, Liz Aspbury was working for family friend Robert Clark at a quirky, unique retailer on Main Street. When Clark announced he wished to retire, Aspbury reviewed her options; she could either look for work, or become her own boss.

With encouragement from her parents, Aspbury secured the financing and bought herself a business.

“I am proud to be a woman in business, “she shares. “ It can be difficult, you know, changing attitudes, changing government, and influencing the people that make decisions, but it feels good. It’s an honor to be here now, in the year of the woman. I can help other women in business; we can help each other, and we can make a difference.”

Bobzbay is a Buy/Sell/Trade Store that has a special fondness for “weird.” A quick look around reveals vintage toys, an impressive robot collection, books, vinyl, jewelry, and an assortment of CD’s and DVD’s.

They also have video games, which they are always in the market for. Especially the classic Nintendo and Sega game systems.

we can buy your items directly, eliminating the hassle of a garage sale. If it’s easier, sell to us.”

Aspbury also assists customers looking for specific items, and enjoys doing research on their behalf. “It’s exciting,” she offers. “It’s like being a detective, and the pay off – when we find what they’re looking for is great.”

Aspbury has regular customers who over the years have become friends. “I like that about Downtown.

I like that about owning a small business. People are loyal. We’ve built a family.”

Bobzbay is open Monday thru Friday, 10 am – 5 pm, and 10-4 on Saturdays. The First Friday of every month they extend their hours to 8 pm.

“This time of year is great because people tend to do deep spring cleaning to prepare for garage sales,” Aspbury explains. “People may not realize this, but

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Get Ready to

S‌ tory and Photos

by Deanna Frautschi

‘Ooh’ and ‘Ahh’ 1

Nothing like new babies to gather the “oohs” and “ahs” and that includes baby animals born at Miller Park Zoo. Last year’s new arrivals included San Clemente goats, swan geese, Tammar wallabies and red wolves.

Snow leopards, North American river otters, and red ruffed lemurs were also favorites in recent years.

According to Miller Park Zoo Director Jay Tetzloff, the zoo is hoping for more new arrivals from the Pallas’ cat, red ruffed lemur, snow leopard, swan goose, common Wallaroo, and red wolf this year.

These babies delight zoo-goers, but what happens when the 2 zoo can no longer keep all the young ones? “When the animal meets the age where they would naturally leave their family group, we work with the national AZA association to find a new home,” said Tetzloff. As examples, North American river otters typically leave about one year of age and snow leopards at two years.

“We have attempted to breed a number of endangered species the past few years and have been fortunate to share new babies with our Miller Park zoo visitors and other zoos,” added Tetzloff.

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1. Baby San Clemente goats 2. Two male 5-week-old otter pups 3. Wallaroo with baby in pouch 4. Wolf pups (John Tobias photo) 5. Snow leopard at six weeks

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s people age, they often need extra care. Others may be facing a debilitating illness. The care required can be far more than friends or family can give.

Assisted living centers help patients continue to live an active lifestyle. They can live in comfortable, cost-effective setting that has many conveniences.

However, this center is also a full-time medical facility.

If you are searching for an assisted living center for yourself or a loved one, here are some factors to consider.

HOME AMENITIES

Accommodations at these centers can range from luxurious, detached cottages to cozy condominiums.

Look at the home amenities and consider how they meet your budget.

As you visit the facilities, try to personalize each space. Imagine how your loved one’s belongings might fit into the area and where decorations will be placed.

RECREATION FACILITIES

Game and meeting areas can help the resident make new friends. Leaving the confines of their units is an important part of recovery. Make sure the center offers activities and space to occupy your loved one’s time.

PERSONAL CARE

Ask your loved one’s personal physician how much care is required to function safely. The doctor may even be able to guide you toward an appropriate

facility. Be sure seek advise on what qualifications and certifications you need to look for in the center’s staff. The center’s employees should be well-qualified to handle medical needs. Understand the care the person requires will help you find a center that is a good fit.

living options, skilled nursing and rehabilitation, or memory care that you are looking for, you can rest assured that Welbrook has the experience, understanding and dedication required to exceed your greatest expectations and respond effectively to your every need, keeping you “Living Life Well”.

Choosing an assisted living facility is about finding the right combination of medical services and amenities. With research and thought, you will find the perfect place to bring comfort and care to your loved one.

At Welbrook Senior Living communities, we believe that wellness is the foundation of an active and fulfilling lifestyle. It is our pleasure to provide our residents with individualized care so they can experience life as independently as possible, or receive whatever type of assistance is needed to live a quality life, with comfort.

Oftentimes the needs of our residents change on a daily basis, and at Welbrook we are prepared to provide whatever care is needed to accommodate those changes.

Each of our well-appointed communities has a unique set of living options, as well as a variety of services and amenities. We invite you to carefully review them as you discern the lifestyle options at each community and where you or a loved one would like to call “home”.

Whether it is independent senior living, our assisted

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May 3 KINKY BOOTS Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts 4 F1RST FR1DAY Downtown Bloomington

22 YWCA WOMEN OF DISTINCTION AWARD BANQUET Marriott Hotel & Conference Center 24-28 2018 HEART OF ILLINOIS DOG SHOW CLUSTER Interstate Center

5 STAR WARS DAY Miller Park Zoo 6 ILLINOIS WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY GRADUATION Kemp Commencement Plaza at State Farm Hall 11-12 ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY GRADUATION Braden Auditorium and Redbird Arena 12 ALABAMA LIVE Grossinger Motors Arena 19-20 SIDEWALK SALES Uptown Normal 19 FAMILY DAY Tipton Park 19 ENDANGERED SPECIES DAY Miller Park Zoo 19 HUMANE SOCIETY OF CENTRAL ILLINOIS DINNER & AUCTION Doubletree by Hilton 20 FAMILY SKATE DAY Pepsi Ice Center

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The work that the travel and tourism industry does is vital to the economy. In 2017, Bloomington-Normal had 220,000 visitors and 44,611 hotel room nights, which generated an economic impact of $6,959,316.

For every $1 of hotel tax received, $10.04 was returned to the local economy. Nationally, tourism is a $2.1 trillion industry.

The industry is the seventh largest employer in the United States, supporting 1 in 9 jobs.

National Travel & Tourism Week is an annual tradition for the travel industry. It’s a time when travel and tourism professionals from across the country unite to celebrate the value travel holds for our economy and businesses.

To celebrate, the BloomingtonNormal Area Convention and Visitors Bureau has created a new event, Tour the Town.

From May 5-20, participants can snap selfies of themselves visiting our participating attractions. By posting them to Instagram and using the hashtag #BNTourismWeek, the Convention and Visitors Bureau will be able to judge the photos based on creativity and quantity

of attractions visited. The winner will receive a gift basket that will include dinner for two at DESTIHL, two tickets to the Illinois Shakespeare Festival, a gift certificate to Carl’s Ice Cream and four passes to Miller Park Zoo.

• Ewing Cultural Center, home of the Illinois Shakespeare Festival

It’s easy to forget BloomingtonNormal’s world- class culture and small-town rural charm when you’re living smack dab in the middle of it. We wanted to highlight our area’s major attractions and encourage residents to be a tourist in their own town. Our participating attractions include:

• Normal Theater, originally opened in 1937

• Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts, the centerpiece of the city’s Cultural District

For more information on this event, contact the Bloomington-Normal Area Convention & Visitors Bureau at 309.665.0033.

• Children’s Discovery Museum, whose exhibits can keep kids busy for hours on end • Cruisin’ with Lincoln on 66 Visitors Center, which provides a time capsule for visitors • David Davis Mansion, home of friend and mentor to Lincoln, David Davis • DESTIHL Brewery, which features 48 taps

• McLean County Museum of History, located on the National Register of Historic Places • Miller Park Zoo, the only zoo located on Route 66

• Pepsi Ice Center, offers numerous skating classes and programs • Ryburn Place, a gift shop located inside Sprague’s Super Service Grab your selfie stick and be a tourist in your own town. We can’t wait to see your photos!

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NORMAL — After 20 years as Normal’s city manager, Mark Peterson retired on March 30 leaving a legacy of hard work, positive culture and extraordinary vision, according to those who’ve worked with him longest and most closely.

Ask Peterson, however, and he’ll say he’s been just part of a high-quality organization — one he inherited from thenCity Manager Dave Anderson and will pass to his successor, former Deputy City Manager Pam Reece.

“When I came here, I never expected to be here this long. I looked at this as a fourto five-year commitment, and then I would probably be ready to look for a city manager job. ... I even had a couple of offers I turned down,” said Peterson. “But I thought, ‘I sure like it here, and it’s a good job.’ I loved working for Dave ... and it was a very dynamic community.”

It’s now a community covered with Peterson’s fingerprints. Though he’s helped shape massive projects including uptown, Constitution Trail Centre, Rivian Automotive and the Shoppes at College Hills (some call the new city hall at Uptown Station the “Peterson Government Center”), his favorite project is one he tackled during his decade as assistant city manager.

“My favorite project was the Normal Theater. ... Many people think that was the start of uptown redevelopment,” he said. “I’d never done anything like that before, so I learned a lot from it, and it was so rewarding when it was done to be in that theater, knowing what we went through.”

Peterson said that through the whole run, he kept the same core values, including honesty, integrity, treating people well and taking smart risks. He’s optimistic the town will continue to keep those values and prosper.

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1: Mark Peterson retired as Normal city manager on March 30.

2: A photograph featuring a younger version of Normal City Manager Mark Peterson.

3: Mark Peterson, right, has a long line of people waiting to greet him during a reception March 29 at the Marriott Hotel and Conference Center, Normal.

4: Pam Reece, center, chats with a group during a reception for Mark Peterson. Reece succeeds Peterson.

Pushcart Derby Join the Children’s Discovery Museum for the 2nd annual Pushcart Derby on June 9, 2018.

3rd- 8th graders will work with Museum staff and students from Illinois State University’s CeMaST (Center for Mathematics, Science, and Technology).

Teams of 7-10 youth will construct and race unique Pushcarts.

Prizes will be awarded, all you need to bring is your love of learning and muscle power!

To register or for more information about the event and sponsorship opportunities visit ChildrensDiscoveryMuseum.net or contact Amy Pitzer at 309-433-3448.

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Kid-powered designs drive annual Pushcart Derby on June 9

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he Children’s Discovery Museum’s second annual Pushcart Derby will run at full speed in Uptown Normal on Saturday, June 9. The Museum will team up with Illinois State University’s Center for Mathematics, Science, and Technology to host this annual fundraising event that has already stirred creative energy and inspired teamwork.

“The inaugural event was a big success,” said Rachel Carpenter, the Museum Education Manager. “The kids loved working together to build their pushcarts and the race was exciting.

You could see their designs and ideas play out as the kids pushed their carts across the finish line.”

The day begins with a workshop for the participating teams, led by Above: both Illinois Teammates from the Boys and Girls Club provide muscle power as drivers maneuver the course.

State University and Children’s Discovery Museum educators. The teams use this time to research, design and construct the body for their pushcart using the STEAM principles of science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Their mission is to create unique carts that are both durable and fast enough to go the distance. Once the carts are completed, the teams will race to the finish on a special road course located just south of the Museum. Prizes will be awarded to recognize best use of STEAM Principles, Teamwork and Speed.

The reigning champions are the DARING DERBY DARLINGS. In 2017, they constructed a girl-power themed pushcart that was decorated with inspirational quotes from female scientists, athletes and leaders.

Construction supplies will be provided, and teams consist of seven to 10 children who are attending 3rd through 8th grades. This event also includes

Right: Henry’s Hooligans won the Teamwork award!

Left: Daring Derby Darlings design and build their pushcart before the derby.

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Parents work alongside their child as a member of their “pit crew.” Proceeds from the event support Museum programs, exhibits, and scholarships for students who need financial assistance for Museum labs or camps.

To register a child for the Pushcart Derby visit childrensdiscoverymuseum.net.

For information about sponsoring a pushcart team or volunteering on June 9, please contact Amy Pitzer at apitzer@normal.org.

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