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McLean County Hosts Illinois Shakespeare Festival
“All the world’s a stage‚ And all the men and women merely players. They have their exits and their entrances; And one man in his time plays many parts.”
Chamber’s McLean County Cash Encourages Buying Locally
Long dedicated to keeping currency circulating in the local business community‚ the McLean County Chamber of Commerce now is bringing others in to aid the cause.
McLean County YWCA Sponsors Work Transit Program
When Bloomington-Normal public transit stops‚ the Wheels-to-Work transportation program keeps on rolling.
Focus on Economic Development has McLean County Poised for Growth
McLean County stands ready‚ willing and able. That’s the stance of local economic development officials and employers as the community edges into this new century.
McLean County Health Care Facilities Provide Latest Treatments
Residents of McLean and surrounding counties are fortunate to have a wide range of services available for everything from minor injuries to life-threatening illnesses.
Illinois’ Largest Dairy Farm Located in McLean County
More than 3‚000 cows are milked three times a day‚ seven days a week‚ 365 days a year. Neither the cows nor the dairy farmers ever get a day off‚ not even for Thanksgiving or Christmas.
Multiple Museums Open Door to McLean County’s Past
History buffs will find themselves steeped in the past in McLean County. The Bloomington-Normal area is home to a dozen or so historical museums‚ sites and attractions.
Local Art Galleries a Colorful Part of McLean County Arts Scene
Art that’s inviting – not intimidating – is what gallery owner Phil Donelson had in mind when he opened Studio 222 in downtown Bloomington.
McLean County Wind Farm Will Add 250 Turbines to Local Landscape
The wind is one of those intangible forces of nature that can help propel a sailboat‚ wreak havoc during a tornado or harness energy.
Visitors Flock To McLean County Zoo
In existence since 1891, Bloomington’s Miller Park Zoo is home to hun dreds of animals, ranging from New Guinea Singing Dogs (Superintendent John Tobias’ favorites) to pallas cats, part of the Animals of Asia exhibit. Though they’re the size of house cats, you won’t find any of these in a home.
Illinois State University Fulfills Vision of Founder Jesse Fell
Jesse Fell founded Illinois State University in 1857 and had a vision of establishing botany and forestry studies at the school.
Evergreen Cemetery Walk Brings Historical Voices to Life
Isn’t Absalom Hawkins dead?
Wii Video Games Make Rehabiliation Fun for Nursing Home Residents
Elderly patients at nursing homes are playing more than just bingo for entertainment these days.
Bloomington-Normal Earn National Accolades
Both Bloomington and Normal rank in the top 10 percent in Illinois in terms of the number of college-educated adults.
Corn, Soybeans Are McLean’s Top Crops
McLean County boasts some of the richest soil in the world, which helps to make it the No. 1 corn-producing county in the United States.
Movie Critics Give Thumbs Up to Normal Theater Schedule
If you like obscure movies, Normal has a group for you.
Insurance Firms Keep McLean Economy Strong
Interesting statistic: One of every seven people in McLean County works for State Farm Insurance Companies.
Concrete Evolutions Turns Patios Into Art
Ronald Ummel started his decorative-concrete company, Concrete Evolutions, fresh out of college in 2004.
Artist Captures the Heartland on Canvas
Harold Gregor is a native of Depression-era Detroit, but you’d never know it from looking at his paintings. A Bloomington resident for more than 30 years, he’s a renowned painter of the American heartland – a master at capturing the character and strength of Midwest landscapes.
