Limited Bloomington-Normal’s Premier Lifestyle and Business Magazine - June 2016
Savor the flavor with Hy-Vee meat and seafood chef
Steve Promenschenkel
Plus photo coverage of 19 local events
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Index
June 2016
Features Hummingbirds Anonymous..........................Page 4 Bill Flick........................................................Page 7 Savor the flavors this summer................... Pages 8-9 Women to Women Giving Circle..................Page 10 Poem: Winter Landscape.............................Page 25 Business Barometer.....................................Page 29 Inspiration...................................................Page 38
Photo Galleries
Chefs for PATH..............................................Page 5 Spring Fling...................................................Page 6 Boys and Girls Club......................................Page 11 Chase for Champions............................ Pages 12-13 Cinco de Redbirds........................................Page 14 Diamonds and Desserts...............................Page 15 Mix Fuze Evolve...........................................Page 16 A Southern Tea............................................Page 18 Volunteer Appreciation Dinner....................Page 19 Doctors in Concert.......................................Page 20 3rd Annual DBA Trivia Night.......................Page 22 Fiesta Latina................................................Page 23 Champagne Gala and Fundraiser.................Page 24 23rd Annual Evening of Stars.......................Page 26 Gala Gowns..................................................Page 27 Saints Alive..................................................Page 28 Commitment to Health Luncheon................Page 30
Contributors
Jonell Kehias
editor
writer, photographer, naturalist
Deanna Frautschi Michael Escoubas
poet
Tricia Stiller
writer
Lexie Bragg
photographer
Erin Woods
photographer
Thom Rakestraw
photographer
Carlos T. Miranda
photographer
Fun Day at the Airport Prairie Aviation Museum Sunday, June 12th Noon to 4:00pm Motorcycles, Cars, Antique Vehicles Visit with Butch Schroeder (weather permitting)
Rotary International....................................Page 31 Heartland Foundation.................................Page 33 Administrative Professionals Luncheon.......Page 35
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Hummingbirds Anonymous Story and Photos by Deanna Frautschi
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hen I started the Hummingbirds Anonymous group page on Facebook three years ago, I tagged it as being “for those who can’t go even a day without at least seeing a picture of a hummingbird”. Little did I ever imagine that within three years this open group would sky rocket to over 29,000 members (probably over 30,000 by the time this article is seen by you)! This public group provided lots of surprises for me. For example, who would have thought people from all over the world would want to join it including authors of hummingbird identification books and some research people studying hummingbirds in Central and South America? Even though the almost 350 species of hummingbirds in the world are found only in the Americas, people
all over the world are fascinated by these tiniest of birds and their magical qualities. There are now six administrators including myself who monitor the page to admit new members, answer questions and take off any inappropriate posts or comments. Besides the beautiful photos and videos shared by our members, we also allow hummingbird-themed art and merchandise to be displayed and new books or research findings on hummingbirds to be shared. As a self-proclaimed hummingbird fanatic, Hummingbirds Anonymous has allowed me to share my passion for these tiny birds with others, who, in turn, share their hummer addictions with the rest of the group.
Photo by Marilyn Meadows
Hummingbird Anonymous members who met at a hummingbird research banding.
Hummingbird administrators Ann Hayes and Dee Frautschi with boots they discovered on the hummingbird site.
A male Ruby-throated Hummingbird banded and ready for release back to the wild.
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Chefs for PATH Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts Thursday, April 7 Photos by Thom Rakestraw
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Abby Strader, Cortenay Crosson, John Davenport, Torri Wollenschlager
Carol Smithson, Heather Plattner Derek Roetzer, Britney Vadas
Kelli Beal, Penny Wilson
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Spring Fling McLean Co Pheasants Forever GE Club, Bloomington Thursday, March 3 Photos by Thom Rakestraw
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Bob Whitwood, Bob Prochnow, Glen Lynch
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Bill Flick Your June 2016 BNI (Bloomington-Normal Index): Like A Good Neighbor: Among the patents granted recently in Washington, D.C.: One to Bloomingtonbased State Farm, for a device that can Bill Flick be accessed through Columnist things like smart watches, phones, wireless headsets, even clothing with embedded microprocessors, that detect drivers who are showing signs of being drowsy, distracted or drunk, while also alerting themselves to it all, too, through a poke or vibration or a Sirilike announcement to “Time to get a cup of coffee!” Not the butt of jokes: When next at the BCPA downtown and in need of a quick chuckle, glance down in a restroom stall to read the shiny, engraved marker of the company that made some of the restroom stalls: “Hiny Hiders.” That’s what the manufacturer is called.
Radar no more: If you’re cruising along Interstate 55 or Interstate 74 these days and think you’re safe from a speeding ticket because you don’t see an Illinois State trooper doing radar, think again. Today there are censors within the pavement of interstate highways that can measure your car’s speed. There also are inlaid temperature gauges to tell officials during wintry weather when the road is prime for icing. Hey, how come these windows don’t roll down? If sitting in back seat of a Bloomington police car, don’t even think about it. The back windows won’t roll down, unless the officer unlocks the window. The security camera that pans continually inside the Oval Office bathroom: What Central Illinois native Ronald Reagan told The Pantagraph in a 1982 Oval Office interview that perhaps bugged him most about life inside the bubble of being a U.S. president.
O’Neil Park: That’s where, 20 years ago, a 14-year-old high school freshman, in his very first at-bat while playing for the Eureka Hornets in a game against Bloomington Central Catholic, lined a single to center. His dad up in the stands, while a bit leery of a freshman playing varsity, nonetheless said, “OK, I guess he can play with these guys.” The dad was the Rev. Tom Zobrist, of Eureka’s Liberty Bible Church; his son, now 34 and making an estimated $14 million a year, is still playing with the other guys – namely as Chicago Cubs’ second baseman, Ben Zobrist. Normal’s water is colder, at least in summer: Since Bloomington’s water is supplied by above-ground lakes, it thus is warmed by the sun in summer and significantly cooler in winter. Normal’s water, meanwhile, is from underground wells and therefore is consistently maintained in a 50-55 degree range. Bill Flick is at bflick@pantagraph.com
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Savor the flavors
this summer Hy-Vee’s meat and seafood chef Steve Promenschenkel
Story by Tricia Stiller, photos by Lori Ann Cook-Neisler
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lip flops. Fireworks. Sun. Sand. It’s hard to imagine summer without these things. But for foodies, nothing says summer quite like the wafting aroma of a nearby barbecue. Whether you fancy brats and burgers, or steaks and kebabs, backyard cooking puts the sizzle in the season. Now that the days are longer, and the school year has ended, many family meals happen outdoors. As you brush off the grill this season, are your limiting yourself to hot dogs and hamburgers? There’s no need to do that. If you are looking for new ideas for your family meal time, you just may want to stop in to Bloomington Hy-Vee. The new kids on the grocery block are eager to be more than just your store. Just ask Steve Promenschenkel, meat and seafood chef. “You know what, at the end of the day, we sell groceries. But by golly, we’re determined to be the best at it,” he offers. “I’m very happy to help you with your meal choices, from catering to education — that’s what I’m here for.” When it comes to service, Promencshenkel wants customers to
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know he, and his staff, is always thinking of ways to be helpful. “I have a pretty unique role in that I get to create meals, and meet the special dietary concerns for our customers,” he said. “I can customize any item to your preference.” With increasing consumer interest in whole foods, and doing more at-home meal preparation, the staff sat down to think about ways they could respond to the growing trend. “There are a lot of online food services now, like Hello Fresh, or Blue Apron, for example, where they send you a box of stuff and note cards and then you’re on your own. I tried one - I won’t tell you which one - just to test it out. I made such a mess following those instructions, and it took a lot of time. Following the directions on those cards — I think I must have used every pan I owned.
I kept thinking, ‘What if this happened to someone who was brand new to cooking?’ They might feel completely defeated! I knew we could do better.” So he and his team of dietitians worked to create a make-ahead meal program that he guarantees will be minimal mess and on your table in 30 minutes or less. Going one step further, he even offers cooking demonstrations every Thursday to help the budding chef gain confidence. “If you aren’t sure about something — let’s say swordfish, which is great on the grill by the way - ask! And, if you have
special dietary restrictions, like gluten free, call ahead, and we’ll do make ahead meals for you, too,” he says. Promenschenkel remembers always having an interest in cooking, but his path, like most, didn’t follow a straight line. “It’s funny — I knew I wanted to be a chef even back when I was a student at Chiddix Junior High,” he recalls. “But,
instead I got a job at the Saturn dealership and worked there for 10 years. When the dealership closed, I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to return my focus to my lifelong dream. I went to culinary school, got my degree, and now I’m very happy to be serving my community here at Hy-Vee.” For the novice chef, Promenschenkel recommends top sirloin for your barbecue. It’s his favorite cut of meat. “It’s practically guaranteed to remain tender, even when it’s overcooked, which is easy to do when you’re grilling,” he says. “Marinades are nice — I particularly enjoy using marinades with seafood, but again, if you want ideas, come talk to me. Or any of our chefs; we have eight chefs on staff here.” The key to successful steaks is being sure your cooking surface is pre-heated. Season with salt and pepper and get a good sear on each side. Once you’ve cooked the meat to your liking, remove it from heat and let it rest, 10 to 20 minutes. Resting allows the juices to redistribute, and ensures your meat won’t be dried out. Adding an herbed butter is a nice touch to finish off your plating.
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Women to Women Giving Circle Story and Photos by Deanna Frautschi
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he Women to Women Giving Circle of the Illinois Prairie Community Foundation sponsored a public forum on Community Mental Health April 26. “Moving from Information to Action on Community Mental Health featured speakers Laura Beavers, McLean County behavioral health program manager; Meghan Moser, Center for Human Services crisis program manager; and Sally Gambacorta, Advocate BroMenn community health manager. Linda Herman, events chair for the Women to Women Giving Circle, said, “Mental health is a crucial issue, and we all need to learn how we can make a positive impact in our community and our neighborhoods. We are fortunate to have speakers with the experience to help us learn how we can make a difference.” The Women to Women Giving Circle of the Illinois Prairie Community Foundation is a group of philanthropists who have awarded over $200,000 in six years, touching the lives of thousands of women and children in McLean, Livingston, DeWitt and Logan Counties. For more information go to www.ilprairiecf.org.
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2016 Boys and Girls Club Illinois Youth of the Year DoubleTree by Hilton, Bloomington Wednesday, April 20 Photos by Erin Woods
Grant Anderson and Outstanding Board Volunteer of the Year Dr. Holly Houska
Lawrence, Eve and Raven Houser, Dewysia Wolfe, Kelvin Davis
Greg Cook, Holly Houska, Mike Flaherty
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Michael James, Willie Brown, Martiece Arrington, Paul Hursey
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Chase for Champions Presented by Advocate BroMenn Service Auxilliary ISU Bone Student Center, Normal Saturday, April 16 Photos by Erin Woods
Melissa Isenburg, Connie Mandula
Steve Seibring, Maureen and Larry Lyons
Bob and Julie Dobski, Jane Shadid
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Cat Woods, Joan Stralow, Kathy Michaels
Bernard and Holly Beoletto, Sheri and Bill Blickhan
Teena Burge, Kim Armbrust, Chrissy Purcell, Dawn Grace
Normal Mayor Chris Koos, State Rep. Dan Brady, Cheryl Hussain
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Arron and Casey Pirtle, Tricia Stiller, Joe Neal
Ketti Carter, Josh Barnett
Dele and Terry Ogunleye
Matthew Murray, Ray Rybarczyk, Greg Cook, Cheryl Hussain
Woody Shadid, Colleen Kannaday
Jon Sandage, Nikolai Jones
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Cinco de Redbirds To support Illinois State University’s Women’s Athletics Redbird Arena, Normal Tuesday, April 26 Photos by Lexie Bragg
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Barb Smith, Leanna Bordner, Darby Sligh, Debbie Lamb
Kathy Bohn, Linda Moorhead, Denise Castillo
Jenny Ward, Joan Guenther, Cheryl Hussain, Colleen Kannaday, Christel Denault
Uma Kailasam, Priya Muralidharan
Lauren Hardy, ISU first lady Marlene Dietz, Janet Krejci, Gina Mandros
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Kris Harding, Doris Groves
Jane Delgado Shadid, Maureen Lyons
Leanna Seal, Crystal Howard
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Summer Travel Warning Keep Moving for Leg and Heart Health The biggest factor when traveling is lack of movement. The longer you are immobile, the greater your risk. Your risk factors increase if you are over age 40, are obese, have had surgery within the past three months, have a personal or family history of blood clots, are pregnant or have been pregnant within the past 6 weeks, use oral contraceptives or suffer from varicose veins.
take frequent rest stops when traveling by car to get out and walk around for several minutes. 3. If you cannot get up to walk, exercise your calf muscles and flex your ankles to improve blood flow. 4. Always wear compression stockings when traveling. 5. Drink lots of fluids. 6. Wear loose-fitting clothing. 7. Avoid drinking alcohol.
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ccording to the Centers for Disease Control, more than 300 million people travel on long distance flights each year. As we begin the summer travel season, it is important to know that blood clots can be a serious risk for long-distance travelers. Anyone who travels for four or more hours, whether by plane, car, bus or train can be at risk.
Blood clots can form in the veins deep in your legs during travel because you are sitting still for long periods of time. When we sit too long in one place, so does our blood. Our platelets start to stick together and form a clot. Many blood clots will dissolve on their own but if that clots breaks loose and starts to move through our system, it could end up in our lungs and cut off oxygen to our heart.
To protect yourself when traveling, take the following steps: 1. Know the symptoms of a blood clot 2. Get up and move around when traveling. Walk around the cabin of the plane, walk the aisles of a bus or train and
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Diamonds and Desserts Girls Scouts of Central Illinois Honoring Julie & Bob Dobski Jack Lewis Jewelers, Bloomington Thursday, April 28 Photos by Thom Rakestraw
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Tony and Karen DeAngelis, Laura Dobski, Julie and Bob Dobski, Greg Cook
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Jim and Debbie Grossman, Leann Seal, Angie Prang
Dr. Ramsin and Jizet Benyamin, Cindy and Mark Segobiano
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Steve Dobski, Molly and Russ Hartrup
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Kevin Birlingmair, Leanna Bordner, Wendy Wilber
Illiinois State University President Larry Dietz, Dr. Gregory Braswell, Dr. Rocio Rivadeneyra, Julie and Bob Dobski
Mix Fuze Evolve BCAI School of Arts Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts Saturday, April 16 Photos by Erin Woods
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Verneice and Iyanah Prince
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Ishani Namadurai, Kruthi Sudhir, Sharini Menon, Shruthilaya Subramaniam, Chaithra Kondaueeti from the Nrityamala Dance Academy
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A Southern Tea The Links, Incorporated Marriott Hotel, Normal Saturday, April 30 Photos by Lexie Bragg
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Seated: Melody E. Coleman Standing: Jackie Pipkin, Johnene Adams, Tomi Johnson, Alvenia Rhea Albright
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Katie Pugh, Celeste Allen, Michele Pugh
Kym Ammons-Scott, Tammy Chewe
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Volunteer Appreciation Dinner Faith in Action St. John’s Lutheran Church, Bloomington Thursday, April 14 Photos by Henry Bruens
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Rev. David Burch, Rev. Christine McNeal, Rev. Julia Rademacher, Fr. Tony Lee, Rev. Paul Stroup, Rev. Andrew Gifford
Sue Kiley and Henry Bruens
Doretta Herr, Esther Brokaw, Volunteer of the Year
Nan Ragsdale, Pat Parmenter, Gerry Decker, Linda Crowley, Esther Brokaw, Sandy Holcomb, Bob Bye
Barb Nathan and Chef Richard Lozada with the Westminster Village Staff
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Doctors in Concert Benefiting the Children’s Discovery Museum Foundation Friday, April 22 Photos by Thom Rakestraw
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3rd Annual Downtown Bloomington Trivia Night Presented by The Pantagraph Eagles Club, Bloomington Wednesday, April 13 Photos by Thom Rakestraw
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Quiz master Jamie Mathy talking to judges table of Pam Eaton, Carl Teichman, Beth Whisman, Hon. Paul Lawrence
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Fiesta Latina Presented by Spanish Club of Illinois State University ISU Bone Student Center, Normal Friday, April 15 Photos by Thom Rakestraw
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Champagne Gala and Fundraiser Prairie Fire Theatre Illinois Wesleyan University Memorial Center, Bloomington Saturday, April 23 Photos by Erin Woods
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Night This enchanted evening seems full of grace, sending favors on beams of light swift and straight. What have I ever done to merit a billion silver eyes smiling down on me? They ask nothing but that I enjoy these sequins dancing on a stage of midnight blue. I pray on a boulder with places worn smooth with the fit of my elbows. My breath steams into the purple night. I’m alone but not lonely. Flicks of light almost alive, wrap me in a shawl of blue-shadowed silk. This lighter blue holds my hand the way my father did before he was called to shine on me as a point of light straight and swift. Touch me now, Oh, my father. by Michael Escoubas
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23rd Annual Evening of Stars American Red Cross Marriott Hotel, Uptown Normal Thursday, April 21 Photos by Thom Rakestraw
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Heartland Community College President Rob Widmer, Bob and Jane Miller, Kathleen Lorenz
Jan Kennedy, Michelle Wojcik, Julie Bechtel, Staci Molony-Klimek, Jane Pickering
Coleen Moore, Colleen and Kim Kannaday
Gala co-chairs Christel and Steve Denault
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Jonathan Green, Lynn Buck, Illinois Wesleyan University first lady Elizabeth Jensen and President Eric Jensen
Illinois University President Larry Dietz, Julie Dobski, Bob Dobski
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Saints Alive “Treasure Island” Dinner & Auction Benefitting Central Catholic High School Saturday, April 23 Photos by Erin Woods
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Scott and Laura Vogel Dennis Whalen, Fr. Peter Pilon
Christy Deneen with Pearl
Steve and Connie Hoselton
Gina and Sean O’Brien, Jay and Renee Percell
Terri Jordan, Susan Sivore
Mickey and Tony Fabrizio
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Business Barometer 3 given Friend of Tourism awards
BLOOMINGTON — Leaders of three organizations were given Friend of Tourism awards at the Bloomington-Normal Area Convention and Visitors Bureau’s May 5 annual meeting: Wally Crouch, representing the American Passion Play; Tricia Stiller, executive director of the Downtown Bloomington Association; and Joe Tulley, marketing manager of uptown Normal.
Downtown hotel feasibility a numbers game
BLOOMINGTON — Whether a proposed downtown Bloomington hotel can achieve the average occupancy rate of 69 percent consultants say it needs to be feasible is hard to predict, say local experts, noting Twin City numbers vary from 57 percent to 70 percent, depending on how the market is surveyed.
Portillo’s plans Normal eatery
NORMAL — Portillo’s, a popular Chicago-area restaurant chain that serves Chicago-style hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches and other Americanstyle food, announced it will open its first downstate location in Normal in 2017.
Bath & Body Works revamps Eastland store
BLOOMINGTON — Bath & Body Works’ launched a $258,000 remodeling project this spring at its 5,000-square-foot store at Eastland Mall, including adding a White Barn candle store in a ‘side-by-side’ format for home fragrance and accessories.
Pantagraph supervisor wins Chamber award
BLOOMINGTON — Matthew Lorenzen, sales support supervisor for The Pantagraph, received the Top Administrative Professional award April 27 at the McLean County Chamber of Commerce’s Administrative Professionals Luncheon at the DoubleTree by Hilton.
City extends VenuWorks transition deal
BLOOMINGTON — The city of Bloomington on April 26 extended its initial, transitional contract with Ames, Iowa-based arena manager VenuWorks from 90 days to one year to meet a state requirement for a liquor license at U.S. Cellular Coliseum, but officials still intend to complete the transition by July 1 as planned.
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BLOOMINGTON — The City Council voted April 25 to increase liquor license fees by 53.4 percent — the first increase since 1982 — but agreed to phase the changes in over five years instead of the originally proposed threeyear time frame.
City grants MetroNet communication franchise
BLOOMINGTON — Evansville, Ind.-based MetroNet received City Council approval April 25 for a cable TV franchise in which it will offer fiber-to-the-home broadband internet, voice and video services to residential and business customers in Bloomington.
Employment down in McLean, DeWitt counties
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BLOOMINGTON — About 93,200 people were working in March in McLean and DeWitt counties, which is down from 95,400 in March 2015, according to Bloomington Metro Area statistics released by the Illinois Department of Employment Security.
PetSmart part of Colonial Plaza rebirth
BLOOMINGTON — The largely vacant, former Colonial Plaza shopping center has a new name — Empire Crossing — and several national brand stores, including PetSmart, opening later this year to mark what officials see as its retail rebirth.
Drifters owner plans new tavern
BLOOMINGTON — Nick Hurley, owner of Drifters Pub in downtown Bloomington, announced in April plans to open the Spotted Dog Tavern at 1504 Morrissey Drive with a lunch and dinner menu of burgers, sandwiches, salads, chicken wings, wraps and traditional bar food.
Farmland prices reflect commodity prices
BLOOMINGTON — As expected, the prices of prime Illinois farmland were lower in 2015 than 2014, reflecting the lower commodity prices, according to the 2016 Illinois Farmland Values and Lease trends report released March 17.
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Commitment to Health Luncheon Community Healthcare Clinic Marriott Hotel, Normal Friday, April 22 Photos by Lexie Bragg
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Distinguished Property Gallery 65 Stonebrook Ct., BL $449,000
8 Worthington, BL $1,200,000 All brick home in Hawthorne Acres. Over 7800 finished Sq. Ft. Resort like back yard w/50 x 20 inground pool, slate surround fire pit and tile patio. 2 story entrance (17 x 14). 2 story Family Room w/ travertine tile floors, floor to ceiling mantel and wall of windows. Incredible trim pkg throughout. Gourmet Kitchen w/ double ovens, stainless appliances, walk in pantry, eating bar and desk area. Dining Room w/ travertine floors & triple crown molding. 1st floor office w/coffered ceiling. 1st floor Master Suite w/vaulted ceiling and wonderful bath and huge walk in closet.
Deb Connor
(309) 531-1912 Heart of America REALTORS® , LTD
2615 Crooked Creek Rd., BL $399,900
Absolutely gorgeous home right on the golf course’s 18th hole! Great view & location. Every detail-well thought out, high quality Hoffman Ochs construction. Side-load garage, mostly brick front, main floor master, each BR connected to a full bath and 3 of 4 have large WICs, built-ins in family room, huge KT with maple cabinets, granite c-tops, back splash, SS appliances stay including new refrigerator ‘15, audio system, sprinkler system with rain censor, central vac, 2 water heaters, new AC 2014, luxurious master bath with jetted tub & tiled shower, great garage with organizers & cabinets to remain.
25097 N 2140 East Road, Lexington $374,000
This type of unique property becomes available infrequently. On 18.3 acres of which 6.81 is tillable, but does not have to be farmed, can be used for most livestock or other uses. Includes a private acre and a half pond with fishing dock. Lots of trees. Most of the property has been left natural for an abundance of wild life. Walking trails can be mowed. The home appears to be an A frame but it is not. All walls are drywalled and are square, the A part is great storage on either side of the second floor. Agent Interest.
Lisa Lockenvitz (309) 287-7325
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705 E Washington, BL $240,000
206 Spring Ridge Drive, BL $314,000 Move in and enjoy life in this fabulous 1.5 story in desirable Spring Ridge! Rare find with 4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths & 2 gas fireplaces!! Beautiful Brazilian cherry hard wood flooring throughout main living areas including upscale kitchen with cherry cabinets and Corian countertops.
Quality built Rist home in prestigious Stonebridge Ct. Subdivision. This beautiful home is loaded with extras including central vac, extra large trex deck, fabulous kitchen with quartz countertops, hand-chalked cabinets, stainless steel appliances 2015/2016, remodeled FP 2015, extensive trim package, gorgeous Asian walnut wood floors in 2016 throughout most of the main level, tray ceilings & dramatic 2 story foyer and family room, walk-out finished basement with family room, bonus room, bedroom, full bath & more. 4.5 baths!
Jodi McDermott
309-445-1263 jodimcd@snyderre.com
Awesome turn of the century architecture with modern day conveniences, captivating presence for maximum exposure while maintaining a classic and imposing identity for your business. Reception area, 8 offices and 2 conference rooms. More space than it seems from just a cursory glance. You must tour this property to understand it’s magnitude. Very easy to see, contact listing agent, Steve Sovereign.
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PROPERTIES FOR SALE/LEASE 614 E. Chestnut, BL
1713 A Tullamore, BL
808 Eldorado, BL
1501 N Main, Normal
3901 GE Rd, BL
31,720 sq. ft. Warehouse/Office Mike Flynn
3,073 sq. ft. Duplex Yount/Pritts Team
2,280 sq. ft. Office Space, For Sale/Lease Yount/Pritts Team
31,000 sq. ft. Investment Property Yount/Pritts Team
2,650 sq. ft. Restaurant Yount/Pritts Team
3,122 sq. ft. Office Yount/Pritts Team
501 Towanda Barnes, BL
803 E Layfayette, BL
810 IAA, BL
Constitution Trail Centre, NL
706 Oglesby, NL
2706 McGraw, BL
3,327 sq. ft. Office Yount/Pritts Team
2,600 sq. ft. Office Yount/Pritts Team
37,458 sq. ft. Office/Warehouse Greg Yount
Crossroads Center – Wylie Dr., Normal
403 E. Front, BL
2406 Rainbow, BL
SOLD
PENDING
2,170–14,770 sq. ft. For Sale or Lease Yount/Pritts Team
1,040 sq. ft. Office/Retail Mike Flynn
1701 E Empire, BL
2507 E. Oakland, BL
1833 W. Hovey, NL
REDUCED
1,225-11,440 sq. ft. 1,800 sq. ft. Retail Office Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal
1,000 sq. ft. Office Gary Trembley
3005 Gill, BL
603-607 Hannah, BL
1304 E Empire, BL
13,200 sq. ft. Twelve 1,100 Sq. ft. units Greg Yount
12,400 sq. ft. Office For Sale Yount/Pritts Team
2 bldgs., 3 parcels Retail/Office Yount/Pritts Team
4,636 sq. ft. Office Yount/Pritts Team
403 Kays Dr., NL
1717 Ft. Jesse, NL
403 N. Veterans Parkway
1503 E. College
PENDING
PENDING
3,623 sq. ft. Retail Yount/Pritts Team
5,000-10,069 sq. ft. Retail Mike O'Neal
6,000 sq. ft. Lease/Sale Greg Yount
9,048 sq. ft. Retail Yount/Pritts Team
29,620 sq. ft. Retail Mike O’Neal
13,190 sq. ft. Retail Mike O’Neal
1503 E. College
1328 E. Empire
318 Susan Drive, NL
105 W. Front Street
401 E. Bicentennial, LeRoy
915 N. East, BL
5,360 sq. ft. Office Meghan O’Neal
Turn-Key Bar FOR SALE Meghan O’Neal
28,500 sq. ft. Warehouse on 19.5 ac. Darren Sheehan
4 Unit Multi-Family Investment Property Yount/Pritts Team
2031 Warehouse Rd., NL
724 SW Adams, Peoria
802 N. Main St., BL
903 Morrissey, BL
885 sq. ft. 2,450-5,199 sq. ft. Retail Office Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal
508 E. Monroe, BL
2442 S. Main St., BL
CORNER LOT PRICE REDUCED 2,190 sq. ft. 6 Units Yount/Pritts Team
Multi-Use Investment Property Self-Storage/Retail Greg Yount
99,255 sq. ft. 10,860 sq. ft. Warehouse Hotel across from ballpark Greg Yount/Art Thoma Darren Sheehan
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2,500-50,000 sq. ft. Office/Warehouse/Flex Gary Trembley
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1340-1344 E. Empire, BL
2444 S. Main, BL
PENDING
PRICE REDUCED
517-521 N. Main Street, BL
2703 McGraw Drive, BL
122 E. Center, LeRoy
228 Greenwood, BL
32,000 sq. ft. Retail on 2 levels Mike Flynn
3,000 sq. ft. Retail Yount/Sheehan
Turn Key Bar with Apt. For SALE Meghan O’Neal
400 & 1,050 sq. ft. Office Yount/Pritts Team
2,400 sq. ft. Retail/Office w/ Apt. Yount/Pritts Team
3.3 Acres Residential or Commercial Yount/Pritts Team
2402 E. Washington, BL
1537 Ft. Jesse, NL
2005 Jacobssen, NL
115 Susan Dr., Units D/E & G, NL
2406 W Market, BL
2437 & 2439 Village Green Place, Champaign
PENDING
4,484 sq. ft. Office Greg Yount
3,526 sq. ft. Office Yount/Pritts Team
11,900 sq. ft. Office Greg Yount
1,266 & 2,516 sq. ft. Retail/Office Yount/Pritts Team
9,920 sq. ft. Warehouse Mike O’Neal
5,163 sq. ft. For Sale or Lease Laura Pritts/AJ Thoma
205 Williamsburg, Unit A, BL
510-512 IAA Drive, BL
200 S. Towanda, NL
1609 Northbrook, NL
5 Westport Court, Unit A, BL
1806 E. Empire, BL
2,000 sq. ft. or Entire Building Mike Flynn
1,200-4,800 sq. ft. Retail/Office Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal
1,721 sq. ft. Class “A” Office Lease Mike Flynn
1,200-6,000 sq. ft. Office/Retail Meghan O’Neal
2,286 sq. ft. Retail/Office/Salon Yount/Pritts Team
1,581 sq. ft. w/ full basement Office Bldg. for SALE/LEASE Yount/Pritts Team
802 S. Eldorado, BL
715-755 W. Raab Rd., NL
908 S. Eldorado, BL
207 E. Hamilton, BL
1716 RT Dunn, BL
1101-1103 Kern, NL
LINCOLN COLLEGE
PENDING
Multiple Building Facility Investment/User Greg Yount/Mike Flynn
12,858 sq. ft. Office/Retail For Sale Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal
INVESTMENT USER
10,000+ sq. ft. Office for Lease Greg Yount
SOLD
13,650 sq. ft. Office For Sale Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal
6,332 sq. ft. Retail Lease Mike O’Neal/Meghan O’Neal
LAND FOR SALE
Four 1,100 sq. ft. units Investment Property Yount/Pritts Team
ADDRESS SIZE AGENT 1044 Wylie ...................................................................................... 62,000 sq. ft........................................................Darren Sheehan 4013 Pamela Dr., BL....................................................................... 32,380 sq. ft............................................................... Greg Yount Downs Crossing .................................................................................. 4.72 acres................................................... Yount/Pritts Team 1271 Airport, BL ................................................................................... 1.1 acres.............................................................. Greg Yount 420 Kays, NL ........................................................................................1.5 acres.............................................................. Greg Yount Highpoint Hill Subdivision, Lot 1 (LEX) ........................................... 1.16 acres................................................... Yount/Pritts Team 2016 S. Main, BL ...................................................................................1.4 acres.............................................................. Greg Yount 406-408 Detroit, BL REDUCED ........................................................ 2.41 acres..............................................................Mike Flynn 111 Merle Lane, NL REDUCED..............................................................4 acres..............................................................Mike Flynn 210 Greenwood, BL............................................................................. 4.15 acres.............................................................. Greg Yount Wylie Dr. & Enterpise, BL .......................................................................5 acres.............................................................. Greg Yount 1008 Wylie Dr., BL .............................................................................. 1.57 acres.............................................................. Greg Yount S. Elm and E. South, McLean.......................................... Five multi-family lots................................................... Yount/Pritts Team Lumbertown Road, NL ...................................................................... 7.38 acres..............................................................Mike Flynn Rt. 9 West, BL ........................................................................................41 acres..........................................Mike Flynn/Greg Yount S. Riverview, Spring Bay (open water)...................................................80 acres.......................................................Darren Sheehan Empire Business Park, BL...........................................................................Vary.............................................................. Greg Yount LeRoy Plaza Sub, (LRY).............................................................................Vary................................................... Yount/Pritts Team Constitution Trail Center, NL ............................................................ 1-13 acres............................................................ Mike O’Neal Parkway Village/Veterans Parkway & Mercer, BL ...............................1-3 acres............................................................ Mike O’Neal 207 9th Street, Pekin ...................................................................1.2 or 2.8 acres.......................................................Darren Sheehan 2408 N. Cunningham, Urbana ..................................................................... 6.5 +/- acres................................................................Darren Sheehan Crossroads Center-Lots 4 & 5, N ...........................................................3.09 & 3.88 acres............................................................ Yount/Pritts Team 1404 Ft. Jesse, NL ............................................................................................. 0.91 acres....................................................................... Greg Yount 3808 Ballybunion REDUCED ...................................................Corner Lot 2.42 acres.......................................................................Mike Flynn HEART OF AMERICA REALTORS®
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3808 Ballybunion, BL $799,000
REDUCED!
Mixed use subdivision with medical, retail, office, restaurants, golf, driving range, residential, daycare, and financial services. Lot is 2.42 acres with 348’ of frontage on Ireland Grove. Streets on three sides, corner lot, zoned B-1, sold “AS IS”. GREAT EXPOSURE! LAST CORNER LOT!
Mike Flynn
Broker-Lawyer-REALTOR® 309-662-2124 mflynn@cbhoa.com
111 Merle Lane $243,936 ($1.40 PSF) Lot Size: 4 Acres Zoning: M-2 Last Vacant Lot on Merle Lane Near Mitsubishi – easy access to highways
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Broker • Lawyer • ReALtoR® 309-662-2124 mflynn@cbhoa.com
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Available For Lease OFFICE/RETAIL 1,284 sq. ft. 1310 E. Empire Drive Up Window
Individual Office Space on Veteran’s Available….......CALL 450 sq ft— 1525 Ft. Jesse Rd. Multi Use (Agent Interest)..$895/mo 800 sq ft—Rt. 9 West ( Office/Retail)… NEW……$900/mo 1,000 sq ft—1605 G.E. Rd. (Warehouse/Shop)…....$650/mo 1,000 sq ft— 1102 N. Hershey ( Retail)……………..$15/sf 1,100 sq ft —321 Susan Dr. (Exec Office)…….....$1,200/mo 1,200 sq ft —2424 E. Lincoln (Retail/Office)…....$1,500/mo 1,266 sq ft — 211 Landmark Dr. (Class A Off).....$1,500/mo 1,284 sq ft—1310 E Empire (Retail/Office)..…. …......NEW 1,403 sq ft — 211 Landmark Dr. (Retail/Office)...$1,500/mo 1,680 sq ft—Rt. 9 West 9 (Warehouse/Office)......$1,375/mo 1,700 sq ft — 1210 Warriner (Warehouse/Office).$1,000/mo
OFFICE 1,100 sq. ft. 321 Susan Dr. Reduced 1,700 sq ft — 1602 Glasson (Office, Retail)……….......CALL 1,715 sq ft — 2303 E Washington (Retail/Office)..........CALL 1,980 sq ft — Lafayette Business Park (Warehouse).....CALL 2,000 sq ft— 2303 E. Washington (Restaurant)....$3,000/mo 2,300 sq ft — 1531 Ft Jesse (Office/Warehouse)...$2,450/mo 2,880 sq ft — Rt. 9 West (Warehouse)………….......…$8/sf 3,200 sq ft— 1107 1/2 Croxton (Warehouse)…….$1,500/mo 3,990 sq ft— 703 N. Clinton (Retail/Special Use).…..CALL 4,000 sq ft — 1602 Glasson—(Multi Use)Will Divide..CALL 4,095 sq ft — 1408 E. Empire (Retail/Office)…….…..$13/sf 7,000 sq ft — 1507 Circle (Warehouse/Office).…. $3,500/mo 14,500 sq ft— 503 East St (Warehouse)……..…..….…CALL
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1209 1/2 Towanda Ave..—Retail, Double Drive Thru (Leasehold) HUGE REDUCTION 503 E. Locust St.—2 Unit Multi Family—Fully Leased—REDUCED 326 E. Pinckney, Pontiac IL—Pontiac Greenhouse (Business and Property) 40 Acres, Rte. 9 East (Saybrook Area) Pasture, CRP, 2 Ponds 102 Greenwood Ave.—3.2 Acres—Multi Family Site—Zoned R-2—NEW 2010 Jacobssen Dr.—13,240 sq ft— Medical Complex—(Multi Use) NEW TO MARKET 3,990 sq. ft. w/Basement 503 East St.—31,000 sq ft - Includes Parking Lot—Ready for Redevelopment 703 Clinton St. Business Opportunity—SCHLOTZSKY’S RESTAURANT—(Leasehold) REDUCED 1602 Glasson - Strip Center—Up to 6000 sq ft Available—Newer Building On East Side 104 E. Oakland—2 Buildings on 1.75 acres in Downtown Bloomington—Possible Redevelopment Investment Opportunity—Manufactured Home Sites—All Utilities to Site We’re Dealin’ Investment Opportunity—11,000 sq ft Retail Strip Center in Heyworth—Great Cap Rate 1107 E. Cemetery, Chenoa—32,440 sq ft on 5 Acres w/2 out bldgs—Huge Reduction—$114,900
Commercial Lots— Golden Centre — Leroy (Agent Interest) 9.97 Acres, Development Property, Off I-74 @ Exit 174. Mahomet 31,338 sq ft—1418 Woodbine-B-1 (Multi –Use) (Agent Interest) 26,118 sq ft — 1202 Morrissey (Retail Site) Zoned B-1—Make Offer Commercial Lot—Heyworth—PENDING 1.91 acres—Corner of Rt. 47 & 165, Sibley 1.27 acres —Rt. 51 South, Bloomington 5.84 acres—Corner of Hamilton/Bunn St. 1 acre—2305 Bunn St.—Zoned B-2 2.82 acres—201 Hamilton—Zoned B-1
Commercial Lots
33,264 sq ft — 2403 GE Road— Prime Location—Some Engineering
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