Limited May 2022 Edition

Limited Bloomington-Normal’s Premier Lifestyle, Business and Health Magazine - May 2022

WHAT’S INSIDE:

WOMEN UNITED Dinner 100 Women for Good and more events!

EXTRAORDINDARY WOMEN

Meet extraOrdinary Woman Candice Byrd

Index

Staff and Contributors Jonell Kehias

Business

100 Women for Good.................... 3

Erin Martiens

ExtraOrdinary Woman: Candice Byrd ................................................4, 5

Designer

Business Barometer ...................... 8

Deanna Frautschi

By the Numbers ............................. 8

Editor

Writer, photographer, naturalist Michael Escoubas

Women United Dinner ..............10

Poet

Meet Cecilia Ruffin.......................11

Justin Hurt

Hummer Time ...............................15

Photographer

Health and Fitness

Thom Rakestraw Photographer

Urological Health .........................17

Carlos T. Miranda

Virtual or in-person......................19

Photographer

Lifestyle

Poem: Painting Gramma’s Nails ..................................................21 St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations ...........................22, 23 80s Trivia Night ......................24, 25 Grape Soiree ...........................26, 27 Sharin’ of the Green Parade .....28 Midwest Food Bank Gala ..........29 David Davis Book Launch .........30 Parting Shot ...................................31

Limited Magazine is getting healthy. Bloomington-Normal’s premier Lifestyle and Business magazine is now covering our community’s vibrant medical scene. Taking on health from all angles, Limited will feature informative articles on the latest in fitness trends, medical practices and procedures and the faces of our medical professionals.

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100 Women for Good: Bloomington-Normal

Kathy Novak, Marie Eledge, Lynn Flannelly

Membership Donation Meeting Wednesday, March 9 Anju Above, Bloomington Photos by Jacalyn Hadley 100 Women for Good is a group of 100 women who are passionate aobut making a positive and meaningful impact on Bloomington-Normal.

Their goal is to bring together at least 100 women who will contribute financially to local nonprofits. Milestones Early Learning Center & Preschool was the winner of the March Membership Donation and more than $6,000 have been Leslie and Katie Henderson, Amber Cook donated to support their Bridge The Gap project.

ExtraOrdinary Women

MEET OUR ExtraOrdinary

WOMAN:

CANDICE BYRD

Written by Simmy Wood, EOW intern

Candice was born and raised in Bloomington-Normal and attended Bent Elementary School.

There, she earned good grades and was blessed with opportunities to explore various interests. She ran track, played the violin, and played volleyball and basketball. She even recalls participating in a floatbuilding contest.

When Candice was 14, she had what she describes only as “a traumatic experience” while deciding to go out on her own.

Things went downhill from there. “I didn’t care about myself, anyone, or anything. I started skipping school — and I never did that before, I always had good grades until that happened. I was getting in trouble before, but not to the point of not going to school or to practices. I

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ended up going to juvenile detention all the way up until my sophomore year,” she says.

For the following three years, that singular traumatic event landed her in the Department of Corrections and on probation. It is hard for most to fathom a whole chunk of their lives missing, but that is how Candice describes it. She shares, “When you go to jail at a certain age, you come out that same age because you haven’t experienced the same amount of life that your friends have had to grow, learn, and mature. You haven’t gone out, you never went to prom, you’ve never applied for your first job when everybody else has, you don’t take driver’s ed when everyone else has. By the time I got out, I hadn’t experienced so many things. I thought I was still 15 even

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though I was 17.”

After Candice was released, she decided to pursue her interest in psychology. She attended Heartland Community College and majored in Sociology/Psychology while minoring in Art. It was during this time that she became pregnant with her first child, leaving her unable to complete her degree.

While Candice’s father was ready to step in and help, Candice’s mother took a more hardline, tough-love approach to the news: “It was an ‘I don’t know what you’re gonna do, but you’re gonna need to figure it out’ situation..

Candice’s father was her biggest cheerleader. He stood by her for years and offered many opportunities – until he could not afford to give her any more chances. He was left with

Home Sweet Home Mission. She made a home for herself and her children and hasn’t looked back since.

It wouldn’t be long before she began working at the YWCA McLean County. One of the things that Candice loves about working for the Y is their second-chance awareness. “There was that period in my life where I could not get any job that I was qualified for because of my background; so I actually started volunteering and became a client at the Labyrinth House (a stepping-stone for formerly incarcerated women, offered by the YWCA),” she says.

Candice’s enthusiasm and active work at the Labyrinth House soon earned her a position as a facilitator for a program that, at the time, was only a vision. This program had yet to exist, so Candice had to create it from scratch! As she wasn’t aware of what an undertaking this position would really be, she began to doubt herself and her abilities yet again.

Candice believes a lot of the choices she made growing up were a result of refusing to talk to anybody about what was going on. Eventually, she got to a place where she could see that everybody has issues; it was only a matter of being comfortable enough to reach out and let someone hear them. There are plenty of people in the world that are willing to do that, and Candice is Candice Byrd, left, receives the one of them.

ExtraOrdinary Women Project award Working with kids from project co-creator Charlene Homan to help them stay out during a ceremony at the YWCA. of trouble is something

Candice wants to continue to build on. “They say, ‘You do the crime, you do the time’ – but for many formerly incarcerated individuals, they continue to do the time through things like being denied a place to live, negative effects on their children and families, and being limited to minimum wage jobs. These are all things that are hard enough to endure as adults, much less as a kid or teenager that has been imprisoned and has their whole life ahead of them,” she says.

This is what is called the “schoolto-prison pipeline,” which is an issue that Candice feels passionate about and greatly identifies with: “As those kids grow into adulthood and want to go to college or get a more worthwhile job, they will be denied those opportunities and continuously punished for past charges, even after serving their time. Depending on what the charges are, they may or may not even be able to get their records sealed or expunged.”

Candice has come a long, long way since her own troubled youth and young adulthood. She is virtually unrecognizable from that girl. Candice has overcome her many obstacles through sheer perseverance and empathy. She has rooted for others even during her own times of turmoil, which is difficult and commendable. She shows women that someone just like them can learn, grow, and achieve. She has been involved with major movements in the area, pushing for change and advocating for those who cannot advocate for themselves. She reaches for her dreams and doesn’t let anyone stop her.

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no choice but to leave her with a necessary struggle: “That’s when I had to go to the Mission [for the first time, in 2010], because he couldn’t keep me in the house. That taught me that I needed to take pride in what I obtain for myself and see what’s actually worth something to me. If I need an apartment, then I need to keep up with my bills. If I get a car, then I need to take care of it. It’s my responsibility.”

Candice returned to Heartland four or five years after having her first child and earned a degree in Business Management. She would also help create the Black Lives Matter Bloomington-Normal chapter in 2016 and would serve on the Board of Advisors for two years.

Candice credits the usage of Home Sweet Home’s services with helping her navigate the system out of homelessness. Through their support, she was able to apply for housing, which was an entirely new process to her but something she desperately needed.

After half a year of perseverance and hard work, Candice finally left

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Business Barometer

Rivian production grows slowly ‌

NORMAL — Startup electric truck manufacturer Rivian announced March 10 it had built 2,425 trucks to date, but the production ramp-up at its Normal plant continues to be stuck in first gear, constrained in large part by supply chain issues.

State farm building CIRA hangar‌

BLOOMINGTON — State Farm is building a $21.5 million replacement for it’s current corporate aircraft hangar at Central Illinois Regional Airport, and plans to open it in January 2023.

Ex-State Farm exec Brown mourned‌

BLOOMINGTON — Friends and community leaders reacted with sadness to the death on March 5 of Willie Brown, a former State Farm executive who played leading roles in many community service and charitable projects.

Chamber welcomes newcomers‌

BLOOMINGTON — With new residents arriving in Bloomington-Normal, the McLean County Chamber of Commerce announced March 2 new initiatives to reach out to them, including welcome kits and a new quarterly event called Becoming BN.

Woman-owned businesses lauded‌

BLOOMINGTON — In celebration of Women’s History Month, downtown Bloomington honored the more than 50 woman-owned downtown businesses during its First Friday event March 4.

Pub II a leading college bar‌

NORMAL — Pub II, 102 N. Linden St., in uptown Normal was nominated as one of the top 128 college bars in America by Barstool Sports.

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State farm gives $10K to food bank‌

NORMAL — State Farm made a $10,000 grant to Midwest Food Bank in Normal after the insurer’s internal audit department won the Good Random Acts of Kindness department challenge and selected the recipient.

Gas prices rise after Ukraine invasion‌

BLOOMINGTON — Bloomington-Normal residents in early March said gas prices surging in the wake of the Russian invasion of Ukraine hurt somewhat but many took it in stride as “the price of freedom.”

Outdoor dining returns‌

BLOOMINGTON — The city of Bloomington has began accepting applications from businesses for outdoor dining and bar permits, which will allow for outdoor seating options April 11 and Oct. 31.

Pizza Payaa featured at expo‌

BLOOMINGTON — Pizza Payaa, 4 Currency Drive in Bloomington, was featured at the International Pizza Expo March 23-25 in Las Vegas.

Bank names CFO‌

BLOOMINGTON — Heartland Bank and Trust Company named Bob Beverage, who joined the bank in 2009 as a network administrator, as its new chief information officer.

Through February 2022

NEW CONSTRUCTION

RESALE

YEAR-TO-DATE TOTALS

2022 YTD Totals

2022 YTD Totals

2022 YTD Totals

Units: 26

Units: 183

Units: 209

$$ Volume: $9,130,411

$$ Volume: $38,056,935

$$ Volume: $47,187,346

Average Price: $351,170

Average Price: $207,961

Average Price: $225,777

2021 YTD Comparison

2021 YTD Comparison

Units: 10

2021 YTD Comparison

Units: 191

$$ Volume: $2,744,712

Units: 201

$$ Volume: $36,141,401

Average Price: $274,471

$$ Volume: $38,886,113

Average Price: $189,222

Average Price: $193,463

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By the numbers

2022 YTD* Single Family Home Sales Stats

Women United Dinner

Wednesday, March 16 DoubleTree Hotel and Conference Center, Bloomington Photos by Carlos T. Miranda The first Women United event in 2022 featured McLean County Coroner Kathy Yoder speaking on “The Opiod Crisis—Did Healthcare Turn us into Addicts?” Dr. Yoder offered fascinating insights on the subject, from how it started to what we can do about it.

WOMEN UNITED mobilizes a powerful network of women who strengthen our community through an investment of talent, compassion, and philanthropy. WOMEN UNITED is fighting for women’s health, education and financial stability.

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Meet Cecilia Ruffin

Meet Cecilia Ruffin new MCLI executive director

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he Multicultural Leadership Institute Board of Directors named Cecilia Ruffin of Bloomington, as the new executive director of the Multicultural Leadership Institute, Inc. which supports MCLP, the Multicultural Leadership Program.

Cecilia graduated from MCLP in 2018. Since becoming an alum of MCLP, Cecilia has moved from staff to management in her chosen field. She has written two children’s books and a book about the loss of her oldest son. She has established a coaching career.

For over 20 years Cecilia has volunteered with the McLean County Detention Facility, providing women’s bible study. Professionally, she is employed as a manager with the Department of Juvenile Justice and serves on multiple committees supporting family engagement and

healing from trauma and loss.

Cecilia has master’s degrees in Human Services Counseling and in Pastoral Counseling. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. She is a wife, mother, and grandmother, with nine children, five adopted, and a host of “bonus” boys and girls.

Barbara Bouboutsis, President of the Multicultural Leadership Institute Board, comments that “Cecilia Ruffin embodies all the traits of a servant leader. She brings vision and energy to our initiatives.

Most importantly she has the ability to see and develop the potential in ‘others.”

Cecilia says, “the Multicultural Leadership Institute and the Multicultural Leadership Program (MCLP) provide a beacon of leadership development, not just within the Bloomington/ Normal community, but beyond

this geographical landscape. I am committed to the mission of developing a more diverse and inclusive community, one leader at a time.”

MCLP celebrated its thirteenth anniversary with a graduation celebration on April 2. Keynote speaker was Arrey Obenson, CEO of an organization that facilitates the resettlement of families fleeing war-torn countries.

The Multicultural Leadership Institute provides transformative leadership experiences, serves the community, and advances equity.

MCLP, its flagship program, focuses on developing servant leaders to engage the power of diverse perspectives to improve our world.

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10 PoPular CommerCial real estate terms You should Know E very industry has its own lingo, but there are some fields that really have a lot of jargon – and commercial real estate is definitely one of those fields. If you don’t have a background in CRE or CRE experience, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. We thought it would be a good time to share 10 of the most common terms in commercial real estate that everyone should know.

1. Building Classifications In most markets, building classifications refer to Class A, B, C and sometimes D properties. While the ratings can be very subjective, class A properties are usually newer buildings with excellent construction and in great locations with easy access, reliable tenants, and a multitude of sought-after amenities (such as on-site management or covered parking). As the class of the building decreases, typically one component of the property or another, such as age or quality of construction, becomes less desirable.

2. Cap Rate (slang for Capitalization Rate) The cap rate represents the unleveraged initial yield on the investment expressed as the annual Net Operating Income divided by the asking sale price of a property.

3. Common Area Maintenance (CAM) Simply put, this is the amount of additional rent that is charged to the tenant in addition to the base rent, in order to maintain the common areas of the property that are used by all of the tenants. Examples of this include outdoor lighting, cleaning of the parking lot, insurance, and more. It’s important to note that this often does

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not include any capital improvements that are made to the property.

4. Concessions In an effort to attract tenants, a landlord will sometimes grant concessions in negotiations. This could include a number of offers, such as lease buyouts, free rent, moving allowances, and above standard allowances for tenant improvements.

5. Net Absorption This represents the net change in occupied space in a specified market for the current period of time measurement and the previous period. This can be either positive or negative, and must also include any decrease as well as any increases in the levels of inventory.

6. Net Operating Income (NOI) As the name suggests, this is a calculation used to analyze real estate investment properties that generate income. The NOI equals the sum of all revenue from the property, minus all (reasonably necessary) operating expenses.

7. REIT (Real Estate Investment Trust) A REIT is a security that sells similar to a stock on the exchange and invests in real estate directly, whether through properties or mortgages. REITs receive special tax considerations and will usually offer investors higher than average yields, with a highly liquid method of investing in commercial real estate.

8. Return on Investment (ROI) Not specific to CRE, ROI is a performance measure used to measure the efficiency of an investment. To calculate ROI, the benefit or return of an investment is

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simply divided by the overall cost of the investment. The quotient can be expressed as a ratio or a percentage.

9. Tenant Improvements or Tenant Improvement Allowance (TI) TI represents the custom alterations a building owner makes to the rental space as part of a specified lease agreement, in order to fit the space to the needs of the particular tenant.

Examples of this can include changes to the floors, ceilings, walls and/or lighting.

10. Triple Net Lease (NNN) A triple net lease is a lease agreement that stipulates the lessee (the tenant) as being completely responsible for any costs related to the space being leased, on top of the rent that is applied under the lease.

This type of lease requires the tenant to pay for net real estate taxes on the property, net building insurance, and net common area maintenance. As a result, the tenant has to pay the net amount of all three of these costs, which is how the lease got its name.

Michael O’Neal, is a licensed broker at Coldwell Banker Commercial Real Estate Group in Bloomington.

For more information on commercial real estate, contact Mike at (309) 530-3591 or moneal@cbcregroup.com

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STO RY A N D P H O T O S BY D E A N N A F R AUT S C H I When May arrives, it’s time to start thinking about the amazing Ruby-throated Hummingbirds that fly hundreds of miles to raise their families here.

It’s always exciting to watch a hummingbird family grow from mom building the nest to sitting on the two Tic-Tac Mint size eggs for about two weeks until they hatch.

As mom feeds her babies each day, it’s amazing to observe how fast they grow to fill and expand the golf ball size nest made from lichens, tiny fibers and leaf bits. The spider- webbing mom used to bind the nest allows for it to expand. As the fledglings leave it in two to three weeks, they are as large as adults. They almost fall out of the nest as they practice flapping their tiny wings. Once out, mom continues to feed them for a few days until they can find food on their own.

(For more information and photos of hummingbirds here and elsewhere, join my Hummingbirds Anonymous group on Facebook which now has over 100,000 members.)

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Nature story

HUMMER TIME STA RT S I N M AY

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Christie Clinic’s Department of Urology features specialists who treat urological diseases and malfunctions of the bladder, prostate, and kidneys in adults and children: • Bladder cancer • Bladder control problems • Enlarged prostate • Interstitial cystitis • Kidney cancer • Kidney stones • Male sexual dysfunction and infertility • Prostate cancer • Testicular cancer • Urinary tract infections • Other urologic conditions

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Urologists specialize in the medical management of any part of the urinary tract. This would include the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra.

General recommendations to reduce the risk for urological problems:

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Incontinence (Involuntary urination).

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Frequent urination / getting up at night to urinate.

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Recurrent urinary tract infections.

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Trouble getting or keeping an erection.

A Urologist can help you determine if prostate cancer screening is right for you and determine if any further testing is needed.

Drink at least 2 to 2.5 liters of water per day.

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Testicular pain.

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Male infertility.

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Maintain a healthy weight.

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Elective sterilization (Vasectomy).

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Exercise regularly.

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Low testosterone level.

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Avoid tobacco use.

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Kidney stones.

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Limit amounts of

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Over Active Bladder.

alcohol, carbonated drinks, and caffeine.

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Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).

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Elevated PSA (The

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Urologists also specialize in care for male sex organs, including the penis, prostate gland, scrotum, and testicles.

Common urological issues to see an Urologist for: •

Blood in the urine.

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Inability to urinate.

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Pain or burning with urination.

benefits and risks of testing.

Some men are at higher risk for prostate cancer.

Talk to your provider about prostate cancer screening if you are age 40 to 54 and are African American or have a father, brother, or son who has had prostate cancer. According to the the American Urological Association more than 230,000 men will be told they have cancer this year. About 1 in 7 men will be diagnosed in his lifetime. Prostate cancer is the 2nd leading cause of cancer death in men. Almost 2 out of every 3 prostate cancers are found in men age 65 and older.

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blood test for prostate cancer screening).

It is recommended that men start having prostate cancer screening between the age of 55 and 69 years of age. Prostate cancer screening consist of getting a PSA level and having a prostate exam. Before you decide to have a PSA test, talk with your provider about your risk for prostate cancer, including your personal and family medical history. Then discuss the

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YOUR CAN’T-MISS

MOMENTS OUR MISSION

You’re all about being there for people you love.

With expert support and guidance, a primary care provider can help you be there and at your best for those moments that make life so beautiful.

At OSF HealthCare, your primary care provider leads a team of experts, partnering with you to develop a plan that fits your goals and lifestyle. And with convenient options for scheduling and receiving care, it has never been easier to take control of your health.

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VISITING YOUR

PRIMARY CARE PROVIDER IS NOW VIRTUAL OR IN-PERSON

Health

care is changing, and there are new, convenient ways to manage your health. From virtual visits and health management apps to going to a traditional appointment, health care providers and resources are more accessible than ever.

To serve you better, OSF HealthCare now offers more ways for you to manage your health. As a patient, you now have more options for in-person and virtual urgent care options for minor injuries and illnesses, virtual primary care options and better access for the traditional face-to-face office visit.

Richard Ginnetti, MD, director of physician practice with OSF HealthCare, talks about how these changes can affect your health care journey.

“With an eye on safety, health care clinicians are providing different and convenient ways for you to manage your health and connect with your physician or advanced practice provider,” Dr. Ginnetti said.

Whether you choose a virtual or office visit, you’re able to discuss a variety of topics, including: • Chronic illness management • Coordinating care with other specialists • Lab results • Lifestyle changes • Medication renewals or changes • Mental health • New physical issues or concerns • Recommendations for health screenings

The trade-off to a virtual visit is the lack of in-person interaction. Being in the same room allows your primary care provider (PCP) to get a sense of your overall well-being and do a handson physical examination.

However, if you haven’t experienced any new symptoms or have any concerns, a virtual visit is a safe and convenient alternative to meet your overall health goals, Dr. Ginnetti said.

But it doesn’t completely replace the need for an office visit.

VIRTUAL VISITS Meet with your PCP via a smartphone, tablet or computer.

The first step is to start or sign in to your osfmychart.org account. You will go through a registration process where you will need to enter your personal and insurance information. You may be required to take a picture of certain documents, ID and insurance card, and upload them to your account, so have this information available.

A nurse or medical assistant will then do a basic health assessment before your clinician joins the video call.

Your provider will still be able to order lab tests, refill prescriptions and determine if you need to come to the office for a physical examination.

“Virtual visits allow an open line of communication while avoiding unnecessary

risks,” Dr. Ginnetti said, acknowledging that they're also a great solution when a trip to the office is not convenient.

OFFICE VISITS The traditional health care route will never be replaced. Seeing your provider inperson is essential for good health.

“It’simportanttodoabodyexamination from time to time because problems can arise that don’t have symptoms and may go unnoticed,” Dr. Ginnetti said. “In-person visits also allow us to take an accurate body mass index, heart rate and blood pressure readings. Often, with something like high blood pressure, there are no signs or symptoms.”

Don’t forget to bring a valid photo ID, insurance card, medical history and a list of your medications.

No matter which type of visit you choose, be an active participant. Prepare a list of questions and concerns to discuss with your provider. Your primary care provider is a long-term partner in your health management, so it’s crucial to work with a provider who is right for you and your family and the methods for receiving care.

FIND A NEW PROVIDER AT OSF HEALTHCARE VISIT OSFHEALTHCARE.ORG /MOMENTS

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St. Patrick’ Day Celebrations

St. Patrick’s

Parties

Thursday, March 17 | Bloomington Photos by Carlos T. Miranda “May the sun shine warm upon your face, and rains fall soft upon your fields.” The first part of this traditional Irish blessing held true in BloomingtonNormal as great weather added to the festivities.

Below pictures are from Kirsten Evans 2nd Annual St. Paddy’s ay Party and Rob Dobs Restaurant and Bar St. Patrick’s Day Celebration.

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Katelyn and Tyler McNeely, Keith Evans

Melissa Isenburg-Tremper, Mark Tremper

Helen Goldrick, Julie Dobski, David Horine

Michelle Hutchins, Chad Mohn, Tom Swearingen, Lou Mucciolo, Lori Swearingen

Doretta and Tom Herr, Cindy and Mark Segobiano

Jen Seidl, Michelle and Pat Busch

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St. Patrick’ Day Celebrations

Kristin and Brian Peterson, Jason Backer, Shaila Wilson

Lorelei Samuelson-Bergin, Lydon Bergin and their daughter, Kit

Tom and Anina Engelhorn

Connie Mandula, Jennifer Bras

Bill Brady, Dan Adams

Jeremy Sutton, Terry Ogunleye, Lesley Sutton, Dele Ogunleye

Tom Restivo, Kelly Lane, Kirsten Evans

Joe and Jan Francois, Tony DeAngelis

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80s Trivia Night

80s NIGHT trivia

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Cheryl Magnuson, Don Knapp, Leann Seal

It was a night of scrunchies, Jellies, fingerless gloves, neon colors, Save Ferris, Rick Springfield and Reagan/ Bush tshirts as 17 teams came together to raise money for the Boys & Girls Club of Bloomington-Normal. And to show off their knowledge of all things 80s. MCs Bill and Nancy Flick offered their wit and wisdom, and the panel of judges (yes there were REAL judges) that included the Honorable Amy McFarland, the Honorable William Yoder, State’s Attorney Don Knapp and Coroner Kathy Yoder kept all fair and fun.

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80s Trivia Night

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27th Annual Grape Soiree

To benefit Easterseals Central Illinois Saturday, March 5 Bloomington Country Club Photos by Carlos T. Miranda Guests enjoyed sampling a premier selection of wine, bid on art from local, regional artists and Easterseals Ambassador children, and enjoyed a Neil and Lynn Finlen delicious 4-course dinner Proceeds from the annual Grape Soiree provide funding for Easterseals to continue providing worldclass pediatric therapy to families in Central Illinois.

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Russell and Alyssa Edelman, Easterseals Community Vice President Amber Gruenloh

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Tristan and Monica Bullington

Sara Larsen, Kirsten Evans

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27th Annual Grape Soiree

Nick Lurkins, Tracy Patkunas, Jolene Aldus, Kate Burcham, Annie Swanson

Sharin’ of the Green Parade

Saturday, March 12 Uptown Normal Photos by Thom Rakestraw Cold temperatures couldn’t stop the 10th Sharin’ of the Green Parade, led by the Irish Heritage Society of McLean County. The streets of Uptown were filled with 27 entrants or about 400 people who walked or rode their way through the parade route, much to the delight of the hundreds of onlookers.

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Trace Brim, Rocky O’Shea, Eric and Gina Hodel, Tara Ingham

Steve Baner, Rich and Karen Stoller, Bethany and Karl Edelman

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12th Annual Gala Dinner and Auction

Jackie and Richard Martin

Midwest Food Bank, Normal Saturday, April 2 Photos by Jacalyn Hadley Incorporating elements learned from last year’s pivot to an online event, this year’s fundraiser was the organization’s first hybrid event, with both online and in-person components. The warehouse of Midwest Food Bank was turned into an elegant event venue, with tables full of amazing silent auction items and attendees enjoying a delicious dinner catered by Baxter’s American Grille.

This is the largest fundraiser of the year for Midwest Food Banks, and with a goal of raising $150,000, almost $216,000 has been raised. For more information on Midwest Food Bank go to midwestfoodbank.org

Book Launch

The David Davis Mansion: 150 Years at Clover Lawn Saturday, March 5 The David Davis Mansion, Bloomington Photos by Jacalyn Hadley Approximatly 70 people gathered to celebrate the launch of The David Davis Mansion: 150 Years at Clover Lawn by Dr. Marcia Young. Guests enjoyed an evening of hors d’oeuvres and drinks, music, and the opportunity to have their book signed by the author.

You may purchase the book in person at the Clover Lawn Museum Shop at the Mansion or online at https://clover-lawn-muDr. Marcia Young displaying her book seum-shop.square.site

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Parting Shot

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PA R T I N G S H OT

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Life is really simple, but we insist on making it c o m p l i c a t e d .”

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