Limited: Cocktailing During Covid--September 2020

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Bloomington-Normal’s Premier Lifestyle and Business Magazine - September 2020

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Index

Staff and Contributors Jonell Kehias Editor

Business

Lifestyle

Choosing the Right Financial Advisor........................... 3

Double the Fun .................... 21- 23

Stroker Golf Classic ...................4, 5

Victoria Weinberg Creative director Deanna Frautschi Writer, photographer, naturalist Michael Escoubas Poet

Business Barometer ...................... 7

September at Sugar Grove................................... 25

BNAR Golf Outing ......................8, 9

Brews for the Zoo................. 26, 27

By the Numbers........................... 11

Poem: An Ordinary Morning .................29

From the archives: Labor Day Parade .................12, 13

Carlos T. Miranda Photographer

Komen More than Pink Walk........................................ 15

Lewis Marien Photographer

Prairie Fire Theatre ......................24

Redbirds Raise Millions .............30 Inspiration ......................................31

Cocktailing during Covid ..................................16, 17, 18 Redefining Cocktails ...................19

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HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT FINANCIAL ADVISOR According to several prominent research studies, high net worth individuals and families indicate that as their net worth increases, the more they rely on professional wealth management advisors to grow, protect and transfer their assets. Whether you have already accumulated a net worth of more than a million dollars, or you are working towards that goal, you can probably benefit from the assistance of a professional Wealth Management Team.

A qualified Financial Advisor leads the wealth management team with the development of a comprehensive financial plan.

Ideally, this individual has advanced financial planning education, holds the Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) or Certified Financial Planner(CFP) designation, and numerous years of planning experience implementing plans. As a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) they are a Fiduciary, held to the highest standard, like all members of the team, putting your interests first.

KEVIN KINGSTON, CLU This professional will work with Managing Director & Financial Advisor you to identify life goals and financial

objectives, developing a plan that will include the following; retirement income planning, investment management, non-liquid asset management, credit management, real estate advice, liability, life, and health insurance advice, long term care planning, estate planning, tax planning and business succession planning, where appropriate. Recognizing that there is a significant difference between managing your investments only and managing your entire wealth, this advisor is guided by a much broader focus including asset allocation, diversification, after tax return, long term wealth preservation and wealth transfer. The Financial Advisor will coordinate planning with legal, tax and insurance specialists, providing regular meetings and reports. Larger Registered Investment Advisory Firms (RIA’s), including Savant Wealth Management, provide Private Trust services, with legal and tax professionals on staff. These individuals work with the Financial Advisor to serve you, along with your own attorney and tax professional.

A Vanguard Research study of client behavior found that the discipline and guidance that a Financial Advisor might provide through Behavioral Coaching could be the largest potential value-added benefit that this professional provides. In addition, Vanguard Research and other academic studies have concluded that Behavioral Coaching can add to net return and results, i.e., staying invested CHRISTOPHER RUEDI, CFP®, RICP®, MBA when the recent pandemic began and Financial Advisor benefiting from market recovery.

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Stroker Golf Classic

‌McLean County Chamber of Commerce Monday, July 20 Crestwicke Country Club Photos by Lewis Marien More than 100 golfers participated in the annual McLean County Chamber of Commerce Stroker Golf Cassic at Crestwicke Country Club, Bloomington. Golfers were staged in three groups of 50 people or less.

The day started with a delicious catered lunch from Alexander’s Steakhouse and hole sponsors offered a wide variety of games and activities which added added to the fun. All golfers were encouraged to adhere to recommended guidelines including the use of masks when social distancing was not possible.

Chamber president and CEO Charlie Moore

HealthMarkets Representative Pam Deaton won Best Themed Hole with their Hollywood/Day at the Movies them but all of the hole sponsors did a great job and the Tentac hole was also truly spectacular!

The winning foursome was Kyle Myers, Matt Hawkins, Justin Strader and Matt Specht.

Justin Boyd, Monica Bullington, Ben Matthews

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Hole judges JR Lelm, Bev Edgerton, Cheryl Magnuson, Nate Hinch Photo courtesy of Abberlyn Pick

Nik Duffe, Zach Dietmeier

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Kimberly Wright, Cameryn Tunney

The Caddyshack Foursome: Zach Varner, Josh Shanle, Tory Palumbo, Steve Kuhnke

Stroker Golf Classic

Kim Schoenbein

Katy Javoronok, Isaak Kitchens

Carlo Robustelli

Fred Koebel, Mike Rich, Big Mike

Matt Hawkins, Kyle Myers

Adam Hawkins, Neel Mookerjee

Bonnie Miller, Wendy Olson

Rebecca Forsythe, Stacy Bike, Jancy LaFollette

Scott Henrichs, Mary Bennett Henrichs, Shelly and Matt Streenz

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The FuTure oF oFFice Buildings T

he past few months have certainly changed what office employment areas look like, and the future of what office spaces look like will certainly change when employees return to them. Obviously, no one wants to return prematurely and put their employees at risk, and work from home has been a success for many; but employees want to get back to the office and I believe there will continue to be a demand for office buildings in our future.

Upon returning, employers will certainly have physical distancing guidelines implemented to include additional spacing between workstations, closing the use of common areas for loitering and eating, modifying collaboration and conference areas, and redesigning the physical office space themselves.

Office buildings, like every other type of real estate, evolves and changes throughout real estate cycles and business trends also change. Just ten years ago, companies averaged 225 square feet per employee, by 2017 that average dropped to 171 square feet per employee. The rule of thumb for finding office space has

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been sitting at 200 square feet.

As businesses changed into high density open floor plans with collaborative work stations, and less private office space, businesses were able to shrink their footprint or add employees without adding space. Now we will likely see some companies adding an additional 25% of office space to bring space up to 225-250 square feet per person again and making sure that they design their offices in a way to promote a healthy work environment.

Landlords will also likely become integral in the return of employees to their office buildings, by making significant changes to the building systems, in addition to what the employers are doing to the physical space.

These changes will likely include: • Changes to the air filtration systems to decrease the risk of these airborne bacteria and viruses.

• Use of Antimicrobial filters, bi-polar ionization, and UV lights for return air openings.

• Increased airflow and longer system operation times.

• Continuous operation of

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ventilation systems in communal spaces.

• Increased sanitation of ductwork with aerosol sprays or UV light.

• Increase in janitorial services, with common and personal areas being regularly cleaned.

• Common areas and casual seating will likely be temporarily removed.

These are surely just a few; but I’m confident that Landlords and Employers will be diligent in making the necessary changes for safe return and continued safe operations of their offices. This cycle may be tough in the short term for many, I have no doubt that there will be businesses that will grow and new ones will be formed and eventually the office market will bounce back.

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

For more information on commercial real estate, contact Meghan at (309) 532-1808 or meghan.oneal@cbcregroup.com

vocate BroMenn Medical Center in Normal, Advocate Eureka Hospital in Eureka and affiliated Central Illinois facilities was welcomed by health care and economic development leaders, who said linking hospitals in Normal, Eureka and Urbana could enhance health care and economic development in the region.

Tesla sues Rivian

NORMAL — Rivian, the electric vehicle startup that’s expected to bring thousands of employees to its Normal plant over 10 years, is being sued in Superior Court in Santa Clara, California, by rival Tesla, which claims the company is stealing trade secrets and talent.

Aldi offers curbside service

NORMAL — Aldi, the German-based discount grocery retailer, announced it would offer its full selection of Aldi brands and more for curbside pickup at its Greenbriar Drive location in Normal with ordering through shop.ALDI.us or the Aldi mobile app.

Redevelopment on Market St. advances

BLOOMINGTON — About a hundred people attended a ceremony July 2 to usher in the demolition of the former Red Fox grocery store and other buildings in the Fox Plaza West strip mall on West market Street and to celebrate its redevelopment by the West Market Street Council to help end the westside “food desert.”

Rivian adds $2.5B in investments

NORMAL — Electric vehicle startup Rivian, which is redeveloping the former Mitsubishi plant in Normal, says it has raised another $2.5 billion in funding from accounts advised by investment firm T. Rowe Price.

Union: Add local workers to incentive deals NORMAL — Union members protesting at Normal’s Uptown Circle on July 6 called for the town’s tax incentive packages for companies such as Rivian to include a requirement to hire local workers when possible.

Rivian to expand plant

NORMAL — Rivian is planning multiple projects to expand its future electric vehicle production facility in west Normal, which now spans about 2.6 million square feet, by a total of 576,000 square feet.

Delivery helped eateries survive

BLOOMINGTON — Twin City mom-and-pop restaurants, forced to shut down indoor dining for months during the coronavirus pandemic, found themselves scrambling, and some turned to third-party food delivery services such as Grubhub, DoorDash and Uber Eats to stay in business.

Peoria Charter slashes staff, seeks aid

BLOOMINGTON — Officials at Peoria Charter Coach, which serves Bloomington-Normal, called for more government funding after they said coronavirus-related losses forced them to lay off all but eight of their workers from a staff that had numbered 140 in March.

Hardee’s site cleared for car wash

BLOOMINGTON — The former Hardee’s at South Veterans Parkway and East Oakland Avenue in Bloomington was demolished to make room for a Club Car Wash, which will be one of 20 locations in Illinois, Missouri and Kansas for the Columbia, Missouri-based chain.

Restaurants close for COVID cleaning

BLOOMINGTON — At least seven Bloomington-Normal restaurants, including Destihl, Baxter’s American Grille and Flingers Pizza Pub, closed in late July for deep cleaning and sanitation in response to concerns about the spread of COVID-19 as cases continue to climb in McLean County.

De Brazza’s monkey exhibit construction OK’d for Miller Park Zoo

BLOOMINGTON — City council members during a virtual meeting on Monday, July 27 approved moving forward with the $507,400 construction of an exhibit for the monkeys and a species of antelope, both of which are animals native to Africa.

250 B-N companies got federal payroll aid

About 200,000 Illinois companies, including about 250 in Bloomington-Normal, received federal loans through the Payroll Protection Program, part of $2.2 trillion relief package enacted in March to keep small businesses open and Americans employed during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Business Barometer

‌Carle’s hospital acquisition welcomed NORMAL — Carle Health’s $190 million acquisition of Ad-

BNAR Golf Outing

‌ onday, July 20 M El Paso Golf Club Photos by Lewis Marien It was sunny. It was hot. It was a great day to hit the links as approximately 140 golfers participated in the 34th annual BNAR sponsored golf outing.

The fun started with a Bloody Mary bar hosted by MRED. MRED also sponsored the drink cards and box lunches were sponsored by Jim Spachman State Farm Insurance Agency.

And, because it is 2020, free masks were available at the check-in table.

Participants enjoyed a fun day of golf and camaraderie and winning. Scott Dillon was one of the big winners of the day, with his prize of $200 for the Closest to the Pin award. Busey Home Mortgage hoped to give away $10,000 on Hole 9 to anyone who made a hole in one. Unfortunately the closest anyone came was a birdie.

Jenny Sereno, Penny Wilson, Dan Kniery, Chrissy Hamilton

Diane Cote, Rebecca Pearson

Morgan Thilmony, Abby Livingston

Other holes offered drinks and prizes and even BBQ.

Tracy Patkunas, Jana Mortimer, Michelle Gudgel

Shelly Bozarth, Marcello Yerd

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Marcus Johnson, Allison Smith, Kristal Green, Chet Boyle

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Carrie Stevenson, Kindi Bliss, Amanda Willette

BNAR Golf Outing

Diane Abbott, Becky Hartema, Cindy Lang Jim Spachman, Jaime Maestas, Brandon Mafett

Justin Wehlauch, Jaiden Snodgrass

Scott Dillon, Mark Haeffele, Jim Fruin

Tom Krieger, Carrie Stevenson

Allie Paternoga

Jason and Melissa Sorensen, Jessica Allhands, Alan Flicek

Little Jewels COVID-19 Procedures

At Little Jewels our number one priority is the safety of our staff and students. We have taken certain safety precautions to prevent the spread of COVID-19, while still ensuring that your children are provided with the high-quality care that our families expect from Little Jewels.

In addition to the already strict cleaning protocols used to maintain the cleanliness of the center, you will also see the following being implemented in the center: 1 Only one parent will be allowed into the building to drop students off. All adults will be required to wear a mask upon entry.

2 Daily temperature checks for all students, parents and staff up-on arrival will be administered at the front desk.

3 Lower student to teacher ratios in the classrooms.

4 No combining of classes, including the closure of the cafeteria for meals until further notice.

5 6 foot distancing in classrooms including table spots and cots.

6 Increased handwashing for everyone that enters the building.

7 All staff will be required to wear a mask while in the building.

8 Heightened illnesses policies including a lower max temp of 100 degrees to be in the building. (Staff and students included.)

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Take Advantage of the Low Interest Rates!

Through June 2020

NEW CONSTRUCTION

RESALE

2020 YTD TOTALS

2020 YTD Totals

2020 YTD Totals

2020 YTD Totals

Units: 21

Units: 1,263

Units: 1,284

$Volume: $5,845,795

$Volume: $215,872,378

$Volume: $221,718,173

Average Price: $278,371

Average Price: $170,920

Average Price: $172,678

2019 YTD Comparison

2019 YTD Comparison

2019 YTD Comparison

Units: 17

Units: 1,172

Units: 1,189

$Volume: $4,759,950

$Volume: $203,797,904

$Volume: $208,377,854

Average Price: $269,409

Average Price: $173,889

Average Price: $175,255

* Compiled as of July 23, 2020 Bloomington-Normal Association of REALTORS

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By the Numbers

2020 YTD* Single Family Home Sales Stats

From the Archives

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One of the traditional, and most beloved, end-of-summer markers is the annual Labor Day Parade, sponsored

by Bloomington & Normal Trades & Labor Assembly.

Labor Day became an official federal holiday in 1894, although the first “Labor Day parade” was held in New York City in 1882.

Bloomington’s first Labor Day Parade was in 1891, after Illinois declared a state holiday. In 1894, federal legislation designated the first Monday in September as Labor Day. The parade typically featured union marching units, community organizations, Illinois State University’s “Big Red Marching Machine,” high school bands and elected officials.

While there will be no Labor Day Parade this year, it is still a day to recognize the contributions workers have made to the strength and prosperity of our country.

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Photos provided by Mike Matejka and Pantagraph Staff

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Horseshoers Union Picnic - Aug. 1916

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From the Archives

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HERE are the GREAT EVENTS HAPPENING in OUR AREA THIS MONTH! For more information or to submit your own event go to VisitBN.org/events

September EVERY SATURDAY DOWNTOWN BLOOMINGTON FARMERS’ MARKET Downtown Bloomington Museum Square

17 CREATING THE FUTURE CELEBRATION FUNDRAISER McLean County Arts Center / Virtual

EVERY SATURDAY LIVE MUSIC AT THE VINEYARD Mackinaw Valley Vineyard

18 DOCTORS IN CONCERT Children’s Discovery Museum / Virtual 19 MEDICI OKTOBERFEST Uptown Normal

3 LIGHT THE NIGHT Uptown Normal 4 FIRST FRIDAY - OH HONEY! Downtown Bloomington 6 ANNUAL GRAPE STOMP AND HARVEST FESTIVAL Mackinaw Valley Vineyard 12 MIMOSA MORNING Uptown Circle

19 WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S Heartland Community College 19 EWING PARK FITNESS CHALLENGE Ewing Park II 26 NORMAL ‘TIL NINE Uptown Normal

12 SECOND SATURDAY SIDEWALK SALES Downtown Bloomington

These events were definite at the time of publication. Please check event for any updates.

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SUSAN G. KOMEN® MEMORIAL ANNOUNCES VIRTUAL 2020 MORE THAN PINK WALK. Susan G. Komen® Memorial announced the 2020 Bloomington/Normal MORE THAN PINK WALK will be held virtually this year. The event will still take place on Saturday, September 12, but it will now be hosted on a new virtual platform.

“As an organization dedicated to saving lives, it is so important to protect the health of our participants, many of whom are bre a s t c an cer

survivors or Maricle, Co-Executive Director are currently in of Komen Memorial. “The added treatment for benefit of this new virtual experithe disease. Therefore, we will be ence is that people who previously leveraging technology this year couldn’t attend in-person due to to ensure we can walk together their health or scheduling con– even if we can’t be together – because breast cancer is not can- flicts, will now be able to participate and be part of the community celled.”

Komen noted that the MORE of hope.”

There is no fee to register for THAN PINK Walk serves two important purposes – it is an impor- the virtual fundraising event this tant fundraiser that fuels Komen’s year or to access the online fundbreast cancer research and patient raising tools. Any registration fees support efforts, and it provides all made prior to this transition will those touched by breast cancer now count towards the particia sense of being a part of a large compassionate community com- pants personal or team fundraismitted to making a difference in ing goal.

Make sure to download the the fight against breast cancer.

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Komen Walk Goes Virtual

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nn Ford

mermaid water

2 parts Captain Morgan Spiced Rum Splash of Malibu Rum 2 parts pineapple juice Splash of Blue Curacao Squeeze of lime juice

manager of 707 Liquors on Main Street in Normal (707 Liquors also has two other Normal locations), and Aman Singh, owner of Budget Liquors in Normal.

“There’s been an increase in locals,” said Singh, but because college students have been absent, Singh said he shorten his store hours.

“Beer sales are up but in summer, beer sales are always up,” he said.

Sidhu said many of his customers are “leaning toward cheaper” varieties of alcoholic beverages and “bigger packages.” His sales are about equally distributed between beer and hard liquor.

Besides beer, Rakholia said he’s selling “a lot of bourbon.”

But getting all the beverages they want for their shelves is not always easy. The stores have been dealing with shortages from the ripple effects of the Covid-19 outbreak.

“There’s a tequila shortage because the pandemic stopped trade with Mexico,” Sidhu said.

There’s also an aluminum shortage which affects how much product the stores are able to get.

“If I order 100, I may get 50,” said Sidhu.

“Even the big beer distributors can’t meet the demand because of the lack of aluminum.”

That has especially impacted the hottest item on the current market – seltzer beers in cans.

“We can’t get enough of the popular ones – Truly and White Claw,” said Rakholia.

Even the big chain liquor stores are impacted by the aluminum shortage. communicaGreg Versch, director of communica tions at Binny’s Beverage Depot said, “Several suppliers have reached out to us letting us know to expect out of imstocks as the aluminum shortage im pacts supply.

“We’re doing our best to stock up but we do expect some holes on our

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Cocktailing during COVID-19

The Coronavirus pandemic has certainly changed the lives of most people.

Many are working from home; more are eating meals at home; and, apparently, more have been drinking at home.

According to a couple of surveys, there’s been a dramatic increase in alcohol sales since Covid-19 entered the equation.

One study said those sales increased 54 percent in March; another said sales were up 32 percent in May. In the Twin Cities, which has several liquor stores near the heart of college campuses, the effect of the pandemic has brought a mixed bag.

“Sales went up a little because of locals but we’ve lost business because the students are gone,” said Ricky Rakholia, owner of University Liquors in Normal.

The same message was echoed by Sid Sidhu,

Cocktailing during COVID-19

michelada

1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. chili powder 2 oz. fresh lime juice 2 tsp. hot sauce Dash of soy sauce Lime wedges Ice 12 oz. light Mexican beer (such as Modelo or Tectate)

Coat glass rim with lime juice and dip into chili salt to coat rim. Combine lime juice, hot sauce, and soy sauce at the bottom of glass and stir to combine. Fill glass with ice, then top with beer. Stir lightly, garnish with a lime wedge and serve.

shelves in the short term.”

Meanwhile, the stores are going the extra mile to accommodate customers. Binny’s, for instance, offers online ordering for in-store pickup or contactless curbside pickup. Budget also offers curbside pickup.

They also are awaiting the return of the students – but with mixed emotions.

“Business-wise, I’ll be happy when the students come back but I’m scared of Coronavirus,” said Rakholia. “If they are in class, not sanitizing, not wearing a mask and not keeping 6-feet away from each other, we might have more Coronavirus.

“Safety comes first more than business,” he added.

“I have mixed feelings,” said Sidhu. “It will be good for business but I don’t know disease-wise. It’s hard to control kids.”

Singh agreed. “When the students come back, business will go up but it could put everybody at risk.”

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one vinegar at a time Story by Mary Ann Ford

honey ginger moscow mule

If you’re looking for a new alcoholic beverage or a twist for your favorite drink, Traci Howe may have the recipe.

Howe, owner of Olive Bin in Normal, has a variety of alcoholic beverage recipes that use balsamic vinegar. (You can also use the balsamic vinegar to flavor water.)

She came up with the idea after listening to customers who mentioned how they use her products.

“I looked for recipes online and tried to find creative ways,” she said. “It’s healthier than something with sugar…and olive oil is good for you.” (a brand like Gosling’s works well) Balsamic vinegar comes in more than 25 flavors including peach, chocolate, Neapolitan herb, black cherry, maple, raspberry, champagne, cranberry pear and pineapple.

“The coconut is good for Margaritas,” she said.

“Neapolitan herb can be used in a Bloody In a glass, mix together Mary instead of Worchester sauce.” and vodka, ginger beer, Currently, she has 21 drink recipes on her website that use balsamic vinegar and is allime juice. Add ice and ways looking for more. garnish with a lime “My favorite is the Moscow Mule. It’s a fun wedge. summer drink,” she said. Another favorite is Jessie’s Simple Margarita.

Howe opened the Olive Bin in 2013 after visiting a similar store in South Carolina. Besides balsamic vinegar, she has a variety of olive oils, seasonings and da so b clu or ter wa ts sho 2 bread dips, cook books, 1 to 1-1/2 shots lime juice olives, pastas, soaps and ’s Bin ive Ol e Th of t sho 1 to 1/2 lotions.

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REDEFINING COCKTAILS:

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Abundance of custom built-in bookcases. Extend your entertaining to the 2000 square foot deck to enjoy the sunsets of Lake Bloomington! Screened 12x16 porch with removable panels plus balcony overlooking lake. Covered, underground walkway stores water toys and patio items easily. 2.5 car garage. Mechanicals include three furnaces zoned for each floor. New Van Gogh slate roof in 2015, gutters with helmets and downspouts. Could be 4 bedrooms, currently sleeps 16 people. Security system.

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Gorgeous First floor Master Suite with 9x15 walk in closet with built-ins. Finished L.L with huge Family Room, bedroom, & a full bathroom and 16x21 room with double closets. Lighted curved driveway, Sprinkler system, and alarm system and more to see in person!

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New Furnace, AC, 2 baths, septic system, roof, gutters, windows, Hickory flooring. The detached buildings measure 24x30, 20x24 and 30x50. Broker-owned. Dir: Towanda Barnes to Ireland Grove Rd. (1200N), East to 2600E (LeRoy Lexington Rd.), R. 3 miles to 900N

AMAZING home on Country Club Place. Updates galore...beautiful white kitchen, granite tops, tiled backsplash, hardwood floors, newer windows, fresh paint abundance of crown molding, built-ins Great home for entertaining.

The main floor features a living room, family room, office, dining room and a spacious four seasons room with gorgeous slate floor, wood beamed ceiling and a wet bar. Wonderful master suite with remodeled private bathroom.

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This beautiful 5 bedroom home has a large brick surround fireplace in the family room. A study/library off the kitchen, in-ground pool with fence. Master suite on main floor with large walk in closet, full bath with double sinks and another walk in closet. Upstairs is another bedroom with personal bath which has new carpet and paint, and a jack and Jill bath between other 2 bedrooms. High ceilings, living room, dining room, 1/2 bath in laundry room with access to pool.

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Treasure Walk back into Old World charm in this custom built home with fine touches through-out every square inch. So bright, rich and warm. Front door open into a soaring foyer with Travertine tile. Main floor offer great living space with 10 foot ceilings. It’s simply a masterpiece that speaks Romance which exudes elegance and Italian style. Tons of upgrades and updates in last 2 years includes Kitchen Cabinets, All new SS appliances, All new light fixtures, ceiling fans, Living /dinning room ceiling Faux Wood beams, All new window treatments, Closet organizers, All new second floor carpet w allergen proof high quality foam padding, Added second 40 gallon water heater, All 3 floors new paint, Created 2 bedrooms upstairs, TV Rock wall in living room, Garage door with e new belt drive opener with wifi function, Added more landscaping. Gourmet Eat in kitchen features SS appliances, Island, walk in pantry, Desk Area, Back Splash and plenty cabinets. This gorgeous home exudes style & sophistication with ornate detailing. Upstairs has 5 large size bedrooms, 3 full baths, walk in custom closets, Convenient laundry room and large loft area.The romantic and luxurious Master suite is overlooking the resort style backyard, large master bath which includes tile shower, whirlpool tub, double vanity and walk in closet. Basement feature Day Light windows, family room with theater area (Projector stay) 6th bedroom and full bath, The landscaping on this property is gorgeous. You will love this architecture.All information deemed to be accurate but not warranted.

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9167 N 2850 E Rd., Ellsworth $525,000 Sit out on the deck which wraps around all three sides of the home and watch the horses and the sunset, or sit on the walk out patio and gaze over almost 10 acres of lush yard and the trees of Moraine View State Park across the street. This country estate has cathedral ceilings, crown moldings, 2 fireplaces and 2 family rooms. The huge main floor master has walk in closet, private bath with heated tile floor and french doors to the deck. Kitchen has ceramic tile floor, Granite tops, tile back splash and french doors to the deck. Main floor laundry has laundry sink and storage cabinets. Open dining room and family room with fireplace and cathedral ceilings. Full finished basement with family room with fireplace, 2 large bedrooms, an office/ bonus room, full bath and storage room. Large 3 car heated garage. Lots of acreage with 10 stall horse barn (90x60) with tack room (15x10). Entrance to 15 miles of horse trails right across the street! Zoned for boarding horses, or private farm with hiking trails,camping, boating, fishing, hunting or snowmobiling. Tri-Valley schools! Top quality construction with 6 inch walls and extra insulation. Newer doors and trim in 2017, roof in 2010 (50 yr warranty) HVAC new in 2018. All appliances remain including washer and dryer.

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e l b u o d THE FUN Photos by Barbie Plankenhorn at Studio Barbie Photography

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In our August 2019 edition we featured Melissa Basolo Simpson and Angie Basolo Navarro, two sisters whose were both preg-nant at the same time.

And a little more than a year later, we are happy share pictures of the first birth-day of Owen Simpson and CeCe Navarro, celebrated Covid-style at their grandparent’s house in Bloomington.

While the guest list was limited, the Plus coverage of 11 local events two didn’t seem to want for any attention, as they enjoyed their lemonade-themed party.

Decorations included a lemonade stand that was used in Melissa’s wedding, a lemon umbrella and pool, and the guests of honor were, of course, wearing outfits that matched the theme. A picnic lunch featured lemon cookies and smash cakes made by Compassionate Crumbs.

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Above: Owen Simpson takes a few steps with a little help from his dad. Owen has been walking since 11 months.

Right: Owen (left) with cousin CeCe. Below left: The Navarro family: Eddie, holding CeCe, with proud mom Angie.

Below right: CeCe love to pose for the camera.

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Above: Owen and CeCe enjoying a little pool time.

Left: The many moods of CeCe. Below left: Owen and CeCe with cousins Collin and Grace Hayden and grandparents Fred and Marcia Basolo.

Below right: The Simpson family: Melissa holding Owen with Matt.

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Backyard Opera

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BACKYARD

Dragons not included.

On Friday, July 31 a Normal backyard was transformed into a set for Prairie Fire Theatre’s production of “Save the Dragons!”

And unlike normal years, when the troupe tours more than 40 Central Illinois schools performing children’s operas, this was a virtual production, thanks to COVID canceling large gatherings. The performance was taped and will be shared with schools.

Still, the mission remained the same for the outreach effort, which would have been the group’s 16th year touring in May. “Even before the pandemic, arts classes really weren’t being offered in the schools so this was a great way to introduce kids to opera and classical musical literature,” said Director Rhys Lovell, who has been acting for 35 years and also is the artistic director of Heartland Theatre Company.

COVID has caused theater companies to adjust to new social distancing and mask recommendations.

Some have shifted to performances streamed online or over social media.

Cameron Kidd portrays Princess Brio during rehearsal.

Story by Analisa Trofimuk Photos by Lewis Marien

Earlier this month, the Wilma Theater in Philadelphia announced plans to design a theater composed of individual boxes for family or friends.

Locally, the Nomad Theatre Co. is presenting monologues on Bloomington-Normal porches and yards.

The “Save the Dragons!” plot in-volves a king and queen who have no-ticed that dragons are disappearing from their kingdom, TrebleClefa. The neighboring kingdom, Low Low Notes, could be to blame. The lesson of the story is about how to be a good leader.

“We want to show younger stu-dents the importance of classical mu-sic in a fun way that also teaches them something,” said Nancy Steele Brokaw, who wrote the 40-minute opera.

In the backyard, a large blue and green castle wall was assembled, com-plete with perching rainbow-feathered birds.

A group of about six college stu-dents rehearsed for a week while other crew members built the set. The student actors and actresses on Friday wore masks.

Prairie Fire Theatre is associated with Illinois Wesleyan University, said Bob Mangialardi, the opera producer who donated his backyard. He said the group took extra safety precautions to prevent the spread of COVID including having temperatures taken, maintain maintaining social distance and wearing facial coverings.

“Safety is paramount,” Mangialardi said. “We are also showing the children that see this that the (actors) are wear wearing masks while doing something fun and creative.”

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Top: Bob Mangialardi speaks about Prairie Fire Theatre’s production “Save the Dragons!” before a rehearsal.

Middle: Maddie Hanrahan portrays Doodle Bird.

She also portrays Mama Dragon and Buzzer Bee. Bottom: Christopher Lerch as King LoganHenderson and Elisabeth Williams as Queen Dot rehearse a scene.

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sugar grove Story and Photos by Deanna Frautschi

Monarchs on milkweed.

Hikers reading a trail map.

A deer wanders the forest.

Where can you go to take a walk and see fields of wildflowers blooming and Monarchs migrating in September? Try Sugar Grove Nature Center in Funks Grove. It’s the perfect place to take your family on a hike along 7 miles of trails. There’s plenty of parking too.

Don’t forget to pack a lunch as picnic tables are available on the grounds to enjoy the birds singing and butterflies fluttering by you. Although you won’t need a mask to hike the trails, do remember to social distance when you see another hiker approaching or when stopping to chat with someone else.

September is a great time to take a hike alone or with your family to appreciate the butterflies and bees along the open field trails or the birds and the deer along the forested paths.

Although the nature center building is closed due to COVID-19 (as of this writing), there is still plenty to see and enjoy. Check www.sugargrovenaturecenter. org to see current restrictions and find a map of the trails before you go. Maps are also posted near the trails.

Indigo Bunting

Sandeepa, Shree and Phani Aytam.

Wildflower field at Sugar Grove.

Does It Make Sense to Appeal?

Some divorce and family law matters do not settle. Instead, the case is tried in the family court. Putting the case in the hands of a family court judge can be a risky proposition.

Most parties would prefer to settle outside of court, but it is not always possible. All it can take is one issue of disagreement for many parties to decide that they have no choice but to go to trial.

After trial, the family court judge will issue a judgment. How this works can vary by jurisdiction and locality, but it can often take weeks or longer for a judge to render their judgment.

It can take weeks because family court judges generally have to issue a written judgment that has findings of fact and conclusions of law.

Some parties are happy with the results of the trial. Other parties are unhappy. In some cases, it can be a mixed bag. A party might like certain parts of the judgment and not like others.

For parties who are unhappy with the results, the question for them

is whether they should appeal the judgment. Appealing the ruling can prolong the litigation. It can result in more attorneys’ fees. But the question beyond that is whether an appeal will work.

Laws vary by jurisdiction. Every case can also involve different intricacies. However, in a general sense, to succeed on an appeal, a party must generally show that the family court judge erred as a matter of law or that they abused their discretion.

These terms can be somewhat complicated for many to understand.

But to show the judge erred as a matter of law, this generally requires a showing that the judge did not abide by the statutes, rules or existing case law. Sometimes, this does happen, but it is not always easy to show.

To show the judge abused their discretion is a bit more complicated.

Within the confines of statutes, rule and existing case law, there is some grey area that family court judges can navigate based on the law. Take the standard in child custody cases that these matters are to be resolved based on the best interests of the child.

To determine what is in the best interests of the child, a family court judge has to weigh the evidence. The

family court judge also can believe and disbelieve witnesses. Showing a judge abused their discretion is not easy, but sometimes a party can prove it.

To simplify how an appeal works, think instant replay in football. With instant replay, the question is whether or not the referee got the call right based on the play itself and the rules the referee has to apply. An appeal works largely the same way.

Parties do not get to redo the trial on appeal. Instead, the appellate court is to review the transcript and legal file.

In doing that, the issue is whether the trial court erred based on the evidence presented at trial.

For some parties, they might have a reasonable chance of succeeding on appeal. For others, it might be difficult.

Nonetheless, for parties who are considering an appeal, there are deadlines that have to be followed or else a party can waive the right to appeal. Thus, it is always critical to speak to a lawyer immediately.

Stange Law Firm, PC limits their practice to family law matters including divorce, child custody, child support, paternity, guardianship, adoption, mediation, collaborative law and other domestic relation matters.

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‌‌Official Beer Launch Friday, July 31 Keg Grove Brewery, Bloomington Photos by Carlos T. Miranda Four local breweries are creating special beers based on animals from Miller Park Zoo to raise money for the Zoo. The breweries have chosen animals housed at Miller Park Zoo and, along with the special brews, have created custom labels featuring their animals. A portion of the beer sales will be donated to the nonprofit Miller Park Zoological Society.

On Friday, patrons were able to enjoy Iron Eagle, which features the American Bald Eagle. This hazy IPA, brewed with Amarillo and Simcoe hops, brings a solid citrus blast with an orange nose.

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Redbirds Rising

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RAISE $180.9 MILLION

Illinois State University raised a record $180.9 million in its recently concluded Redbirds Rising comprehensive fundraising campaign. The announced goal for the campaign had been $150 million.

The campaign officially ended June 30. Figures on the amount raised were announced Wednesday.

The seven-year campaign began in 2013, but the public phase started in 2017. A total of 56,143 donors contributed to the campaign.

Of that, 27,254 were first-time donors and 30,554 were alumni, according to Pat Vickerman, vice president for university advancement.

More than $27.8 million was contributed by more than 1,500 corporate partners, Vickerman said.

The campaign included 27 pacesetting gifts of $1 million or more, but 26% of the campaign’s total came from gifts of less than $25,000, he said.

“When Redbirds Rising began, we knew our goal was ambitious,” said Illinois State University President Larry Dietz. “Over the course of the cam-

paign, thousands of alumni and friends stepped up to the challenge, surpassing our target and making Redbirds Rising the University’s most successful fundraising campaign to date. I’m humbled by our shared success and grateful for the vote of confidence cast in the Illinois State experience.”

A total of 240 endowment were created, with 88% of them providing student scholarship funding. ISU’s endowment grew from $78.2 million at the start of the campaign to $148.8 million at the end. Nearly one-third of the growth came from gifts while just over two-thirds was attributed to market gains.

“From enabling student scholarships to funding for faculty, facilities, and programs, private support is a testament to the affinity donors have for Illinois State and its incredible value,” said Vickerman. “Redbirds Rising has inspired donors to invest in ISU and positioned us to dream bigger and imagine new possibilities.”

The largest individual cash came was $12 million from artist and alumni

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Wonsook Kim and her husband Thomas Clement. Announced in September 2019, it was the largest individual cash gift in ISU history.

In recognition of their generosity, the College of Fine Arts and the School of Art were renamed the Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts and Wonsook Kim School of Art. As the campaign ended, ISU marked its third-highest fiscal year fundraising production in history with more than $24.3 million. The university received $19 million in cash donations in fiscal year 2020, another record.

State Farm committed $3 million to support ISU’s cybersecurity program.

The gift provided funds for an endowed chair position, program enhancements and renovation of existing space.

A $1 million gift from professor Carson Varner and professor emerita Iris Varner to the College of Business was the largest faculty gift in ISU history. It facilitated the creation of the Carson and Iris Varner International Business Institute in the State Farm Hall of Business.

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Inspiration

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You’re braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.

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