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INDEX Features
Butterflies, Hummingbirds and Bees .......................... Page 5 Flick ...............................................................................Page 7 Disney Magic on the High Seas .................................Page 11 An Annual Physical ....................................................Page 19 Travel and varicose veins............................................Page 22 Business Barometer ..............................................Page 38, 39 Three men and a business ..........................................Page 40 Paul Penn.....................................................................Page 41 Of Eagles and Sparrows ..............................................Page 47 Inspiration ...................................................................Page 47
Photo Galleries
Bloomington Edge Home Opener ............................. Page 6 Stock the Cellar ........................................................... Page 8 YWCA Fashion Explosion ........................................ Page 10 Blessing of the Bikes ........................................... Page 12, 13 Taste of West ............................................................. Page 14 Doggie Easter Egg Hunt ........................................... Page 16 100 Black Men ........................................................... Page 18 Pride Drag Show ................................................. Page 20, 21 Westside 5K ............................................................... Page 23 Bergner’s Sing-A-Long.............................................. Page 26 Pheasants Forever ..................................................... Page 27 Normal Easter Egg Hunt .................................... Page 28, 29 Soulful Gospel Brunch.............................................. Page 30 Fashion Show and Ladies Luncheon ................. Page 32, 33 Symphony Reception ................................................ Page 34 Business After Hours ................................................ Page 44
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It’s All in the Family
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Blessing of the Bikes
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A taste of the west
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Cover story photos: David Proeber Andrea Beyer and Fran Owen Phyllis Stein and Allison Smith Erin Woods Bev Virgil and Tiffany Nord
Lori Ann Cook-Neisler Connie Mandula and Holly Hedges Jim Finch Amy Calhoun and Cindy Beier Barb Broach, Rachel Broach, Amy Moser Casey Pirtle, Denise Geske and Vicki Tilton Cindy Eckols, Cally Eckols
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Contributors & Staff Happy May In honor of Mother’s Day this month’s edition focuses on mothers and daughters businesses. I was so inspired by these women who run successful businesses in the Twin Cities. And for every one featured here, there are many in our town that we didn’t have room to list. So we shall save those for another edition. As always, there is so much going on in this town that we can only cover a small portion of all the exciting events. You’ll find photos from not one, but two fashion shows, Easter egg hunts for kids and dogs, and a gospel brunch. We are always so proud to feature Dee Frautschi’s amazing nature photography and poetry from award-winning local poet Michael Escoubas. Please keep me posted on events, galas and get-togethers you think would interest our Limited readers. The more notice, the better. You can contact me at jkehias@pantagraph.com. Til next month.
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Lexie Bragg is a Photography MFA attending Illinois State University. Specializing in portraiture and documentary photography, Lexie spends her days looking for adventures and crafting.
Deanna is a local naturalist. She photographs, writes and makes presentations to help connect others with the nature in things around them.
Michael Escoubas
MK Guetersloh
Michael is a member of the Illinois State Poetry Society. His recent submission took first place in the Free Verse category of the ISP’s annual contest.
MK is a Central Illinois native and a resident of Normal. She is a graduate of Eastern Illinois University and Illinois State University. She has been a journalist in Central Illinois for nearly 20 years.
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Melissa Kinsella
Jim Finch is a State Farm employee who will retire June 1st to dedicate his time to freelance photojournalism and commercial photography in the US and Canada.
Melissa graduated from Illinois Wesleyan University with a degree in sociology. She plans on continuing her education this fall.
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Butterflies, Hummingbirds and Bees…oh my! Story and photos by Deanna Frautschi
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lanting is on everyone’s mind right now because spring has sprung, and the soil and air temps are warm enough to start growing the plants and flowers we love for summer. Two years ago, I decided to add a pollinator garden….actually, it’s a 100 foot berm from behind the ornamental pond to our trees at the back. I had been noodling this idea for three years. Finally, in 2013, after seeing a beautiful pollinator garden on a nature field trip, I decided the time had come. Tim Groth, my long time go- to- guy at C & G Landscaping, helped map out the S-curve shaped berm and hauled in the dirt and mulch necessary. He
The author planting the new berm.
also bordered it with stone so Al could mow around it easily…one of his requirements. The berm is about eight feet wide and twenty inches high at the center. The hardscape was completed in October 2013 and I rounded up 100 perennial plants at local nurseries to give it a good start. Master Gardener friends and nursery experts assured me the plants would come back strong the next year. Little did they expect the winter we were facing! About two-thirds of the initial plants survived and I begin planting again in late April 2014 until I had 150 plants on the berm including meadow sage, yarrow, butterfly bushes, milkweed, cone flowers, bee balm, anise hyssop, salvia, eupatorium, snap dragons, catchfly, blue star, indigo, delphinium and astilbe. Al and I were delighted to enjoy the first blooms that summer, but August through October was the highlight. The berm was visited by dozens of butterflies, hummingbirds and bees. Each day I walked the berm was
wonderful, and each day revealed some new pollinator stopping by to visit. It’s May. The time is NOW to start your garden so that you can enjoy its delights this summer and fall.
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Bloomington Edge Opening Night Saturday, March 28 US Cellular Coliseum Bloomington Photos by MK Guetersloh More photos at pantagraph.com/limited
George Minneman, Austin McDaniel, Lavontae Pelmore Reece Amber Taylor
Tim and Vicki Tilton
Porche Prewitt, Spike, Deavonni Galloway
Tony Kaufman
Larry and Brad Smaling with Elsa and Anna
Jaxon and Hailey Henrichs
Patrick and Ethan Bak
Sheila Foster
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Your May 2015 BNI (Bloomington-Normal Index): • Number of trucks pop country singer Eric Church brought to town for his show at U.S. Cellular Coliseum: Nine entire semitrailers, carefully parked in the streets north of Bill Flick the Coliseum. It’s Columnist not just singing into a microphone while strumming a guitar anymore. • 50.7 miles. Those Kraft Macaroni and Cheese boxes being pulled from shelves worldwide because of reports of metal pieces in them didn’t have to travel far to get to Bloomington-Normal. They were made at the Kraft plant in Champaign. • In the thousands. If you caught the most popular movie of 2014 at the Wehrenberg Galaxy 14 in Bloomington based on ticket sales, you were watching “Guardians of the Galaxy.” It sold the most tickets of all 2014 movies at Wehrenberg. • $4.25: Running for office on the local level is not cheap. Just one of those yard signs, with the wire stand, runs about 75 cents shy of $5. • Best day to buy gas in B-N: Based on a three-year, day-by-day, recent study by Jim Jacobs, of Normal: Mondays. It’s cheapest
then. Worst day to buy gas: Fridays. It’s an average of nearly 4 cents more a gallon than any Monday. • We’re a Michael state: In Illinois last year, the most popular name for your newborn son was Michael. In every other state around (Missouri, Indiana, Kentucky, Wisconsin and Iowa), it was Jacob. • 87 plus 5 equals confusion: Part of the parking lot at Famous Dave’s in southeast Bloomington is in Unit 5 school district and the rest of it is in District 87. • Two things Eric Church didn’t do this time that he did last: Go to Western Tap, the longtime popular watering hole on Bloomington’s west side, and then also Kappa Kabanna, the adult nightclub a few minutes north of Normal.
Eric Church • One of the top 24 coffee baristas in all the United States: He’s in downtown Bloomington - it’s Steve Fritzen, of Coffee
Hound. He was crowned that a few years ago in a Seattle competition. • How popular breast implants apparently have become: Stores like Bergner’s in Bloomington can’t keep small-size bras in stock because demand typically is so low, the few they stock are snatched almost instantly. • Smile! A college town where street parking is an issue and driveways and parking lots are mandatory, a new automated parking enforcement system in Normal takes three pictures of your vehicle: one of the license plate, one of the placement at the curb and one of the valve stem on the tire. It’s so they know if you routinely park your car on the street. • The Jane Seymour diet: The fettuccini with lobster, a spinach salad and a bottle of Castle Rock Cabernet: What actress Jane Seymour ordered the last time she ate at Biaggi’s in Bloomington. In town for a speech at Illinois State University, that was 10 years ago this spring. • If you were reading this magazine in 1915 as opposed to today, chances are good you’d have just heard about another “flower-bed raid.” Stealing flowers was one of the biggest crimes investigated by Bloomington police here a century ago, according to newspaper records. Bill Flick is at bflick@pantagraph.com
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Stock the Cellar The Center for You and Family Solutions Friday, Feb. 13 The Castle Theatre, Bloomington Photos by Jessica Alvaredo Story by Samantha Hayen, Communications Director for the Center for Youth and Family Solutions
Jessica Alvarado, Ashley Talley, Jessica Stewart
Shawn Madey, Amanda Street, Tim Thomas, Tim Rixstine
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tock the Cellar is an annual fundraiser for The Center for Youth and Family Solutions that benefits kids and families in crisis in McLean County. The night is centered around a drawing of wine and beer to fill one’s “cellar.” To be entered into the drawing, attendees just bring their favorite wine or beer to be added to the lot, at the end of the night we pick a name for each lot and whoever gets picked goes home with it all! In the past two years, winners have gone home with around 100 bottles of wine and 50 6-packs of craft beer. To entertain the crowd, local 80s cover band Retrofit plays the event, we have over 50 silent auction baskets and a buffet of free food from local restaurants, and we give out door prizes and play other games with the audience. It’s a very fun and casual night. Both years we’ve had between 200-250 attendees. This year we made just under $8,000. The money raised goes toward our special needs fund, which helps us provide our clients will the extras that aren’t covered by our programs already. Typical expenses can range from fees for a child to play little league or get their senior pictures taken or buy basketball shoes like the rest of the team, but can also cover more serious expenses like a smoke detector or child’s medical needs. Basically the things that most of us take for granted, but would be too expensive for a lot of our families.
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Pam Sumner, a winner of the STC Wine Cellar
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3rd Annual Celebrating the Beauty Within Fashion Explosion Sunday, March 29 Illinois Wesleyan University Memorial Center, Bloomington Photos by MK Guetersloh More photos at pantagraph.com/limited
Olivia Vogel, Pam Reece, Sheri Gatto, Sonja Reece, Jay Reece
Hannah Sherman, Zack Grzechowiak
Michael Dotts, Teresa Holley
Saniyah Hanke, Aija Jones
Esther Alumbaugh, Christina Mickens
Tony Jones, Phantasia Terrell
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f you’re looking for a fabulous family friendly vacation, you’ll absolutely want to dive into the value of a Disney Cruise! I’ll admit when I first heard the term Disney Cruise, I assumed it would be completely catered to children, but in truth, it’s an all encompassing experience for the entire family! Start with a visit to City Winery Napa, Cruises are only as good as their food, right? With main dining, casual dining, and 24-hour room service, your options are limitless. Soda, tea and coffee on deck and in the dining rooms are complimentary, and with all-you-can-eat ice cream, your sweet tooth will always be satisfied. If you’re interested in adultexclusive dining, it’s available, too, albeit with a fee. Create memories with your family as you enjoy live Broadway-like Disney shows, 3-D theatres which showcase first run and classic Disney movies and even deck parties with fireworks at sea! Love the water? Enjoy the multiple options, including a family pool, kid pool, waterslides, and splash zones! There are even family activities, such as poolside movies, trivia, and live music! And, certainly, there are Disney character experiences your children will never
forget. Each cruise ship also offers youth clubs for kids aged 3 through 17, without additional charges. Disney’s Oceaneer Club offers kids an opportunity to dress up as their favorite princess or super hero, play computer games, as well as enjoy themed activities and games daily. Edge, exclusively for tweens, touts video games, music, and Internet access. Vibe, the teen space, features an indoor lounge and sundeck. Add music, television, video games, and sunshine, and your kids will believe they’ve found the coolest location on deck! Peace of mind, however, is priceless, and all children participating in
the youth clubs are supervised by experienced childcare providers. It’s A Small World Nursery is also available with specialized care for children 3 and under. While children are enjoying their own mini vacation away from their parents, adults may enjoy a fitness center, pool, and whirlpool spa. With an additional fee, adults can live it up in the Disney Cruise nightclubs and lounges, and I guarantee Mickey Mouse won’t be there to crash your party! If you ever do make it back to your room, you’ll love knowing Disney Cruise staterooms are tailored specifically for families! Standard amenities include housekeeping services twice per day, including turndown service. Parents, you will be thrilled with split bathrooms, and separate sinks to accommodate the entire family. With a refrigerator, extra storage space, and on-demand television and movies, you’ll have a relaxing area to recharge before your next cruise activity. With youth clubs, adult exclusive options, and family fun, Disney Cruise is your perfect family getaway. Contact the knowledgeable staff at our local Suzi Davis Travel office located at 2415 E. Washington St. in Bloomington for assistance. You may also contact them via telephone at 309-662-0455, or on their website at suzidavistravel.com
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Blessing of the Bikes Saturday, April 4 Chuck’s Harley -Davidson Bloomington Photos by MK Guetersloh Story by Jonell Kehias More photos at pantagraph.com/limited
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hey came in leather jackets. They came in leather chaps. They came on Softails and Sportsters and Road Kings. They even came on Suzukis and Yamahas. And they all came for one thing — the opportunity to have their bike blessed on Holy Saturday. Approximately 600 bikers filled and overflowed from the back parking lot. There were six prayer stations manned by the Christian Motorcycle Association Bloomington, Peoria, Champaign, Springfield and Decatur clubs, and several helpers. There were prayers offered for a safe riding season, for breakdown free rides and in memory of loved ones. One attendee came without his bike but had a picture of it on his phone. And that worked just fine. The bike was blessed and he got his blessing sticker. As he explained “I’ve been doing this for the past seven years and have never had an accident. I want to continue the tradition.” Chuck’s owner Winnie Feken was there greeting old friends and making sure that all got enough of the quarter pound hot dogs she had on hand.
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Mandy Moorberg, Nicole Scharton
Randy Kopp, Lynn Johnson, Ron Ayers
Inga Watson-Telford, Linda Plotner
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Robin Behrends, Dave Sijco
Alethea, Dell and Alani Jamison
Scott Spaid, Toby Carlos, Nick Marchell
Ron Wilson, Harry Frisby, Kim Sciarrino
Rodney Crosier
Cindy and David Clements
Cambrie Jarman, Larry Lowery
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Don Freitag, Gus Miller, Dan Adcock
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Rob Blessing, George Ferguson, Devon Andereck, Linda Sale Lois Beck, Bob Butricks, Winnie Feken, Brendan Heffner
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Fifth Annual West Bloomington Revitalization Project (WBRP) A Taste of the West Friday, March 20 Irving School cafeteria, Bloomington Story by Jonell Kehias Photos by MK Guetersloh More photos at pantagraph.com/limited
Dennis Arnold, Bloomington Mayor Tari Renner
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he scents of lasagna, stuffed peppers, barbecued ribs and Louisiana rice wafted through the air of the Irving School cafeteria as proud chefs greeted the crowds at the 5th annual Taste of the West. Little encouragement was needed to grab a plate and taste the wide variety of food available – and taste they did. This popular event brings together friends and neighbors and supporters and politicians, all sitting around tables and enjoying the food and the camaraderie. Besides enjoying the wonderful food, attendees learned about the many projects and events for this area from WBRP President Mike O’Donnell. He spoke passionately about bringing back West Bloomington – one house, one block at time – with projects like the home repair program, community garden, Tool Library and partnerships with organizations and businesses. At the end of the evening, the coveted “Silver Ladle” was awarded for best side dish, best main course, most unique and Best in Show, which won by Reve Jackson.
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Alexander, Amelia, Sebastian, Scott and Michael Buragas
Nina and David Sage
Megan, Deb and State Rep. Keith Sommer Maria and Mike O’Donnell
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Doggie Easter Egg Hunt Bloomington-Normal Jaycees Saturday, March 28 Maxwell Park Dog Park, Normal Photos by MK Guetersloh
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t’s hard to open a plastic Easter egg when you have no thumbs, so the egg hunters at Maxwell Park dog park did the next best thing: Sniff, bark and make new friends. At least 100 dogs and their human families participated in the Doggie Easter Egg Hunt. Sponsored by the BloomingtonNormal Jaycees, proceeds benefited the shelters of Wish Bone Canine Rescue, Humane Society of Central Illinois and CISAR (Central Illinois Small Animal Rescue). The Easter Bunny drew intense interest as he stood along the fence of the big-dog section, so he opted to pose for pictures with the dogs instead.
The hunt drew dogs of all sizes, from Peggy Hattaway’s bullmastiff, Bubba, to Melissa Von Kannon’s miniature “chiweenie” (chihuahua-dachshund mix), Zulu. The Jaycees is a leadership training organization composed of people age 18-39. They are actively seeking new members who are interested in personal growth through community involvement. For more information go to bnjaycees.ort. More photos at pantagraph.com/limited
Karen Kistner, Mark Carter with Lola
Matt Augsburger with Teddy
Haley Basinger with Yankee
Kelly and Grace Groetken with Merlin
Easter bunny hanging out Holly Hedges with with his friend Princess Beyonce
Peggy Hathaway with Bubby
Katy Griesemer – president of Jaycees
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Boys and Girls Club honor of 100 Black Men Thursday, April 9 Jack Lewis Jewelers, Bloomington Photos by MK Guetersloh More photos at pantagraph.com/limited
Grant Anderson, CEO/Executive Director of the Boys and Girls Club with 100 Black Men honorees.
Frances and Jerome Maddox Kellian Reed, John Carter, Marie Huels
Alicia Whitworth, Ed and Jon Voegele, John Wohlwend
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Grant Anderson, Michael Reed, Kris Andrews, Char Huff, Kevin Birlingmair
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Living your healthiest life: an annual physical You are feeling pretty good. You eat a pretty healthy diet and now that the grass is growing again, you will be getting some exercise. You don’t think you have time, and don’t see the need to visit a doctor. Now is the time to start paying attention to your health. “In my career as a doctor, I see many patients whose health problems may have been avoided with a little bit of preventive self-care and maintenance,” says Dr. Raju Shanmugan, family medicine physician with Advocate Medical Group in Bloomington. “Paying attention to your health, even when you feel fine, can make staying well easier in the long term.” The best time to establish a baseline on your health is when you are well. Partnering with a physician can keep you on track and on the lookout for signs of future health issues. An annual physical allows you and your health care provider time to discuss family history, monitor any changes in your health, and consider what health screenings might be right for you. More than that, though, it is important to establish a relationship with your health care provider and start tracking your health. The partnership between you and your doctor will help you feel comfortable and confident with their expertise when you face a difficult health issue. It doesn’t take a lot of time, and you can get in to see a doctor today. Advocate Medical Group now offers
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ISU Pride Drag Show Saturday, March 28 Braden Auditorium in the Bone Student Center Photos by MK Guetersloh More photos at pantagraph.com/limited
“Where are my lesbians?” Applause “Where are my gays?” Applause “How many straights are in the audience?” Big Applause. “Why don’t you straights get your own damn show?” And thus began the wildly popular 17th Annual ISU Pride Drag Show, emceed by Sharon ShareAlike with Thomas Rakestraw. Sharon is a cross between Joan Rivers and Lisa Lampanelli with the fashion sense of Cher and Liberace. Her multiple costume changes gave the show that extra Vegas touch, starting with her dramatic bat outfit with expandable wings. But it was all about the performers and the show featured both professional and amateur drag queens and kings. The reigning Miss Illinois/Miss Bistro Jericha Knight graced the stage, as did Mr. Bistro, Keegan E. Nation. The student performers wowed the crowd with the costumes and performances, and the audience showed their appreciation by tipping generously. For more information on Pride at ISU go to ilstupride.org
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Ian Liberman as Lulu Belle
Sharon ShareAlike
JT Travis, Matt Rillie
Thom Rakestraw
Jericha Knight
Lori Serb as Freddie Fahrenheit
Marcus Wilder as Ceduxion
Stephen Ramberg as Auntie Heroine
RJ Suggs as Kait Star
Tyler Eilts as XO, Tessa Kammer
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Mary Dougherty, Jace Waller, Craig Stokes, Miss Heavenly Rose
Auntie Heroine, B Dazzle, XO, Lulu Belle, Heavenly Rose
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3rd Annual Westside 5K Sunday, April 12 Photos by MK Guetersloh Story by Jonell Kehias More photos at pantagraph.com/limited
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Brian Haraf, Krysta Kleinschmidt, Nikki Quinn, Tracy Ward
Jamie Davis, Yaz Hamilton
Grant Anderson, Jon Voegele, Kevin Callis
Noah Moss, Antonio Allberto checking out t he b ook b ike w ith help f rom Karen Schmidt
Mykaela Steele, Arianna Williams with Curious George
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Bergner’s Kids Day Saturday, March 28 Eastland Mall, Bloomington Photos by MK Guetersloh More photos at pantagraph.com/limited
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hat do you do when you have four extremely smart, personable and multi-talented young associates? You put on a show, of course. Bergner’s promoted their kids department with three days of fun activities that culminated in a Spring Fashion Show and a Disney show/singalong. Featuring songs from “Aladdin,” “The Little Mermaid” and “Frozen,” the four talented Bergner’s associates sang and danced and interacted with the many families who took a break from shopping to enjoy the show.
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Rachel Angles with kid conga line.
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McLean County Pheasants Forever Spring Fling Thursday, April 2 GE Park, Bloomington Photos by MK Guetersloh More photos at pantagraph.com/limited
Bob Rosendale, Bob Whitwood
Jim Ferguson, Brooke Wright, Jean Andrew
Al Rollins, Bob Prochnow
Bob Tucker, David Weber, Bob Ball
Steve Sutten, Brent Henkel
Curtis Prochnow, Chuck Martin, Tom Prochnow Jake and Tyler Rosendale
Mike Long, Tom Stokes, Chip Henrichs
Renee Rewerts, Joan Martoglio
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Town of Normal Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, March 28 The Corn Crib, Normal Story by Julie Gerke Photos by MK Guetersloh More photos at pantagraph.com/limited
Find an egg. Put it in the basket. Repeat. Thousands of children did just that March 28 at the town of Normal Easter egg hunt at the Corn Crib. Grouped by age, kids warmly wrapped in winter coats heralded the beginning of spring with pastel baskets and a mission to fill them with plastic eggs. Eggs were filled with candy and a few special eggs contained a slip of paper which promised a larger prize. From the concourse, where parents and children waited their turns, the infield sparkled with colored eggs that looked like sprinkles on a green cupcake. Both the Easter Bunny and Corny the CornBelter mascot were on hand to cheer on the hunters, offer high fives, hugs and, of course, photo ops.
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Delta Sigma Theta Soulful Gospel Brunch Saturday, March 21 Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Bloomington Photos by MK Guetersloh More photos at pantagraph.com/limited
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2015 Ladies Luncheon & Style Show To benefit the Children’s Discovery Museum Thursday, April 2 Illinois State University Brown Ballroom, Normal Story by Jonell Kehias Photos by Lexie Bragg More photos at pantagraph.com/limited
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pproximately 300 people attended the 2015 Ladies Luncheon and Style Show presentd by CEFCU. With the theme of Transition Your Wardrobe, 11 local stores including A8kelleyjordan, Bloomington Cycle, CAbi, Gigi Bottega, Kohl’s, Matilda Jane, OhmFit Activewear, Robert Redding Menswear, Ruby Ribbon, Sears and Shoo Shoo Baby outfitted beautiful local ladies and dashing gentlemen in the latest fashion. This event has become one of the most popular events of the year, giving the audience the chance to not only enjoy local models in some fabulous local clothes, but also relax, do some boutique shopping , enjoy a cocktail (the signature drink this year was the Watermelon PopTini) and, of course, raise money for the Children’s Discovery Museum. Money raised from the show helps the museum continue to build new and exciting exhibits, provide free passes and scholarships and develop new and innovative programs.
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Denise Mayes, Kimberly Jackson
Abby Walsh, Michele Brady
Pam Reece, Byron Blotcky, Sheila Riley
Carrie Corson, Dee Frautschi , Melissa Libert
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Illinois Symphony Orchestra Guild Reception After “Fiery Fiddling” concert Sunday, April 12 Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts Photos by MK Guetersloh More photos at pantagraph.com/limited
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Julia Go, Conductor Laureate Kenneth Kiesler, Yona Stamatis
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others and daughters have a special bond that starts at birth and continues through the generations. Sometimes tumultuous, sometimes tear-filled, but always filled with unconditional love. Does throwing a business relationship into the mix make for too much togetherness? These nine mothers and daughters prove that working with your mom, or your daughter, can be the key to success. From real estate to restaurants to a beauty empire, find out how these mothers and daughters make working together work!
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Cindy Beier (mom) and Amy Calhoun (daughter) How long have you worked together? 11 years What is the most challenging aspect of working together? Keeping personal matters from business matters. What is the most rewarding part of working together? Our customers have become extended family in “our home.” We have hosted political fundraisers, bridal showers, retirement parties and even a wedding. We are so blessed and honored to know people are sharing their exciting life events with us. Even though there are times we get on one another’s nerves, these walls are so much more than a paycheck; we are home to so many friends. Where do you see the business in five years? We envision a reservation-only venue due to popularity.
Anne Bliss (mother) Kindi Bliss (daughter) How long have you worked together? 19 years How was the decision made to work together? Anne: Kindi was working with a travel agency and decided the job was going to change significantly, so she called and asked if she could work with me. Who is the boss? Anne: I was boss at first, now we work as a team. No one is the boss. What is the most challenging aspect of working together? We are too much alike sometimes. We argue, but usually work it out quickly. What are your goals for the future? We are increasing our business this year to help more than 100 families. We helped 54 families last year. The next five years should be very good in real estate. Interest rates are the lowest they have been in my 37 years as a Realtor. Any funny stories about working together? Anne: A few years back, I was not successful in a situation and I was complaining a lot. Kindi looked at me and said, “You have three minutes to complain and feel bad; then just move on.” I wonder where she learned that.
How did you decide to work together? Cindy: We always hoped we could work together and then I broke my wrist, which provided the impetus to make it happen. Cally: I wanted to work and learn from THE BEST! What is the most challenging aspect of working together? Cindy: Getting more time to work together and brainstorm. We are so busy and always moving in different directions. What is the most rewarding aspect of working together? Cally: Developing a mutual respect for one another in a professional capacity. Not many mothers and daughters get to experience this. Any funny stories about working together? Cally: We went out to the country for a listing. We were greeted by two giant turkeys that came up to our car and chased us to the house. We have had many laughs and many adventures in the real estate business.
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Cindy Eckols (mother) Cally Eckols (daughter) How long have you worked together? 6 years.
Connie Mandula (mom) Holly Hedges (daughter) How long have you worked together? Holly interned with CM Promotions in 2005 and at the end of the internship Connie offered Holly a full-time position with the stipulation that Holly commit two years to CM Promotions.
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Who’s the boss? Holly: Connie is the big boss, but she’d probably say I boss her around on a daily basis. What can I say … I come by it honestly? What is the most rewarding part of working together? Connie: Getting to spend so much time with Holly. We have definitely become closer and I consider her my friend. Holly: Having my mom call me her business partner. I have always admired and respected her, so having that mutual validation is extremely rewarding. Somewhere in the past 10 years we have grown from a mother/daughter relationship to a partnership, a friendship. Where do you see the business in five years? Connie: My goal is to start slowing down and let Holly take over. Any funny stories? Connie: We were having a family holiday dinner and my other two children couldn’t make it. I commented that I was sad that my kids weren’t with us. Holly was actually sitting at the table. Holly said, “What am I?” I realized my mistake and got tongue-tied and said, “You are like family.” So now we have an ongoing joke that Holly is just “like family.”
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Vicki Tilton (mother) Denise Geske and Casey Pirtle (daughters) How long have you been working together? Vicki: 23 years with Denise and technically the same with Casey but she actually helped with phones and checking people in at the front desk longer than that. Denise: I started working for Fox & Hounds when I was in high school as an assistant and receptionist…but not working with Vicki. I worked at our Normal location because I am pretty sure
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that Vicki and I working together when I was a teenager would not have turned out very well, considering I was the smartest teenager EVER and my mom didn’t know anything at the time. Who’s the boss? Vicki: We each have our own areas; responsibilities are divided into those areas. Denise: I see Vicki as “the boss” but responsibilities are shifting. Casey and I are now equal partners. What is the most challenging aspect of working together? Vicki: Keeping emotions out of the business. That can be tough with women. What is the most rewarding part of working together? Casey: When the day is challenging, because of work or personal life, I always have someone near that cares. When we have success we get to share those together. Also, when I’m being a brat, they are pretty forgiving (not that I’m ever a brat ...) Any funny stories? Denise: In my younger years, I would yell through the shop, “Mom, Mom, Mom” and I quickly learned that was not the best way to handle business professionally. Now I always address Tim and Vicki as Tim and Vicki when at work, but when not working they are often “Grami” and “Grampi.” However, my brother Joel, who is our full-time maintenance man, is still affectionately known by his nickname “Bubba” at work.
She never gave up on that dream and at the end of her junior year at Millikin, she said, “You know, Mom, if we are going to have a school together, we’d better start planning!” From that moment on, we did just that and we proudly opened the door of the Montessori Children’s Centre one year later. Who is the boss? Our business plan was designed with much thought given to equality in order to avoid business responsibilities getting in the way of our family harmony. Amy, Rachel and Barb are the executive directors of the school and all have equal input and contribute with different responsibilities and duties. What is the most rewarding part of working together? Our business has given us the opportunity to impact hundreds of young lives and be fortunate enough to keep in touch with many as they grow up. It is also so rewarding to watch our wonderful staff form such close relationships with their students and families, as well as with one another. We talk often about our “Montessori Family” and that includes our staff, our students and their families. We don’t use that term lightly. Any funny stories? When Amy and Barb first opened the preschool, Amy wasn’t married so she was “Miss Broach” and I was “Mrs. Broach.” As you can guess, that could get confusing. Amy had long hair and often wore it in a pony tail. A parent shared that her child had been talking about “Ms. Broach” and the parent asked “Which Ms. Broach do you mean?” The child thought for a second and replied, “The one with the tail!”
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Barb Broach (mom) Amy Moser (daughter) Rachel Broach (daughter-inlaw) How long have you been working together? Barb and Amy founded the preschool in 1997 and Rachel joined them in 2001. How was the decision made to work together? Barb began working at a Montessori preschool when Amy was in second grade. During evening dinners, Barb would share stories of day. Amy would always say, “Mom, when I grow up, we are going to have a school together.”
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Fran Owen (mother) Andrea Beyer (daughter) How long have you been working together? 15 years How was the decision made to work together? We have similar interests such as
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flower design. Is it challenging to work together? We have always worked in a family environment and therefore we have learned to work together. What is the most rewarding aspect about working together? We get to see each other every day and be involved in each other’s lives. We help each other out. It is also very satisfying for us to be there for our customers in all aspects of their lives. We love making a bride’s wedding day extra special with beautiful wedding bouquets. We are there in time of sadness by making a heartfelt sympathy tribute filled with love. We help our customers decorate their home and yard. We cry, laugh, listen and joke with our customers.
status. I asked her to come on board and give me a hand. I did a happy dance when she said “yes.” Do family dynamics get in the way of business relationships? We have learned how to separate family and business. We take time for family dinners where business discussions are not allowed and where we can be mother and daughter. What is the most challenging aspect of working together? Allison: Sometimes I find myself being very protective of Mom’s time. She works like crazy but I still want to make sure she has time do the things she loves. Phyllis: As we make business decisions, I try very hard not to communicate as a “mom.” It is important to both of us to listen and communicate as a business partner. What is the most rewarding part of working together? Allison: I have gotten to know mom in a different way, in a business and professional way. Phyllis: I have been able to be the student of my daughter. Most moms don’t have that opportunity. I also get to see firsthand how Allison has grown professionally. It makes me proud as her mom and business partner.
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Phyllis Stein (mother) Allison Smith (daughter) How long have you worked together? 3 years How did you make the decision to work together? Allison: I was very, very busy as a Realtor and mom to my daughter, Zoie. Mom was retiring from State Farm. She had maintained her real estate license since the 1980s and kept it in a referral
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How long have you worked together? 13 years What’s it like working together? Tiffany: I always said “I am NOT going to work for my mother.” And that first year was rough, trying to meet each other’s expectations. Bev: But now we click. We each have different strengths. Tiffany is very detailed, technology oriented and social media savvy. I’m a people person and love being out in the public. When we stage a home, the generational difference works for us. What’s the best part about working together? Bev: We get to meet new friends every day. Our clients give us rave reviews. We get phone calls from new clients referred to us by previous clients. Tiffany: My siblings are sometimes jealous of the time I get to spend with Mom. We laugh a lot. I am grateful for the time I get to spend with her. What is the most challenging part of working together? Bev: It’s hard scheduling vacation because I want Tiffany and her family to be with us. But you do what you have to do. You know when you are going to be gone so you schedule your appointments around that time. But it also means that there are times you are talking to clients when you are on the beach. And that’s fine. How does it work with your listings? Do you split them up? Bev: There are no hers or mine listings. We share everything. Each of us is informed about every home and buyer. And many people ask us if we have a favorite “category” or “price range.” We don’t. It’s about matching a family with that perfect home. We’ve been privileged to work with multi-generations of the same family. We consider our clients our friends and are invited to many house warmings, baptisms and bridal showers. Anne Bliss
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Business Barometer D’Agostino’s Pizza closes after 18 months D’Agostino’s Pizza, 608 N. Main St., Bloomington, closed in early March for undisclosed reasons after 18 months in business and a month after it was denied a liquor license.
Galaxy 14 offers IMAX movie experience Wehrenberg Theaters-owned Galaxy 14 Cine at 1111 Wylie Drive, Bloomington, has converted its Mega screen to the IMAX Experience for an April 3 opening, doubling its square footage to a threestory-high screen and ramping up the audio with a new state-of-the-art sound system.
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Bloomington, offers seven batting cages, adjustable speed pitching machines, five adjustable pitching lanes, and hitting and pitching lessons.
Hy-Vee latest B-N grocery option Hy-Vee, an $18 million, 108,000-squarefoot grocery store, opened March 10 at 1403 N. Veterans Parkway, Bloomington, promising extras such as an in-store eatery and specialty foods.
Suzi Davis Travel joins larger company Bloomington-based Suzi Davis Travel has been acquired by Direct Travel, but owner Tim Davis said it will remain “business as usual” in the company’s local offices but being part of a larger company will give it more clout.
New batting facility hopes for a hit Batter Up Training Center, a new indoor baseball and softball training facility at 905 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive,
the biggest gains again came in pending sales, which increased more than 24 percent, according to the BloomingtonNormal Association of Realtors. It is the second consecutive month of notable increases in pending sales.
Home sales surge in B-N Year-over-year Twin City home sales sales increased 13 percent in February, but
Gourmet popcorn shop goes uptown It’s Poppin’ gourmet popcorn shop has moved from College Avenue, Normal, to the former Reggie’s Premium Sandwich Shop space in uptown. It offers more than 40 varieties of popcorn including strawberry cheesecake and loaded baked potato.
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Business Barometer Indian restaurant targets ISU community Puran owner Sarbjit Singh opened Anand India, an authentic Indian restaurant at 112 E. Beaufort St. Normal, on March 20 with the hope of catering to ISU campus life.
CarMax to drive into B-N market National used-car retailer CarMax Inc. is moving forward with plans to build a $2.5 million dealership/service facility at the site of the former Clarion Hotel, 1213 Holiday Drive, Bloomington.
City eyes more sidewalk cafes The Bloomington Liquor Commission on April 14 paving the way for possibly having more sidewalk cafes in downtown Bloomington. It unanimously recommended the City Council amend the
city’s ordinance to allow holders of tavern licenses in downtown to apply for sidewalk cafe permits.
Unemployment rate falling locally McLean County’s unemployment rate was 4.9 percent in February, down from 6.7 percent in February 2014, according to data released by the Illinois Department of Employment Security and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. It was the 11th consecutive month that rates have dropped in each of Illinois’ 102 counties.
Center for Integrated Wellness planned A $35 million, 105,000-square-foot Center for Integrated Wellness, which will offer medically based fitness services, will be built near Central Illinois Regional Airport by Advocate BroMenn Medical Center, McLean County Orthopedics, Method Sports Performance and Sequoia Wellness.
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Uptown site may be technology incubator The former site of the Uptown Renewal office at 108 E. Beaufort St., Normal, could become space for a technology incubator under a proposal from BloomingtonNormal Angel Investor Network Inc.
Normal ends uptown farmers market The Tuesday Trailside Farmer’s Market in uptown Normal, which began in 2005 as a companion to downtown Bloomington’s Saturday market, has been canceled because of dwindling participation.
Adkins Pilates studio closes Adkins Pilates owner Lexy Adkins announced the Pilates studio at 712 E. Empire St., Bloomington would close April 19 because she and her husband have moved to Baltimore.
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Three men and a business The founding of Transitions Business Group By MK Guetersloh The biggest challenge and the biggest ally in selling a business is time. “It’s not like selling a house,” added Brad Glenn from Transitions Business Group. “It is a process that takes an average of about a year.” The Bloomington-based consulting group started when longtime area banker Larry Maschoff brought Glenn and Kevin Woods together to discuss starting the business after the Center for Emerging Entrepreneurs at Illinois State University lost its funding. Maschoff was director of the center for a few years. “When the center lost funding, Larry said the three of us needed to talk,” Glenn said. It was the first time he and Woods
had met. “We thought we could do this as a forprofit consulting business,” Glenn said. A year ago, the three men formed their business. Glenn, an area Realtor, has an extensive agribusiness background, while Woods has an extensive market research and strategic planning background. Maschoff is also active in Transitions as the go-to guy for finding financing options for starting or selling a business. While the early focus of Transitions was as a coaching, marketing and financial planning service to new businesses, Transitions made a slight transition of its own. “Pretty early on, we realized that there are baby boomers out there who own their own business but at some point they want to retire,” Woods explained. “They are left
with the question of ‘What do I do with my business?’” For many, selling the business is an option when family members are not interested in taking the helm. That means finding a new owner and helping the business transition from one owner to the next, Glenn added. Sometimes that means finding a business competitor or the owner of a compatible business looking to expand operations. Other times, it’s an employee or customer who wants to take over when the owner retires, Woods said. That makes time an important element. Glenn said when a business owner begins the selling process, he/she may have to make improvements in revenue and
Kevin Woods and Brad Glenn, two of the three founders of Transitions Business Group.
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World War II veteran receives his medals By Mary Ann Ford BLOOMINGTON — Paul Penn is rarely — if ever — seen without his “World War II Veteran” hat on his head. “He wears that constantly, “ said his son, John Penn. The same was true recently when Paul Penn celebrated his 90th birthday with an influx of visitors stopping by his Bloomington home. But the hat — like the day — included something special: It had a variety of ribbons Penn earned during his tour of duty with the U.S. Army from 1943 to 1945. On a table nearby were two medals he also earned. All together, Penn earned the World War II Victory Medal, the Army Good
Conduct Medal, a Europe-AfricaMiddle East Ribbon, the Army Overseas Service Ribbon and four Bronze Battle Stars. But he didn’t actually get them until early April. “A lot of World War II vets didn’t get their ribbons and medals, “ said John Penn, vice president and Midwest regional manager of Laborers’ International Union of North America. The Midwest Veterans Committee worked to get Paul Penn’s medals and ribbons and John Penn delivered them to his dad. In 1957, Paul Penn was elected vice president of Laborers’ Local 362 in 1957. He was business manager for the local until 1969. He became assistant business agent in 1971.
WWII veteran Paul Penn.
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the company financials or simply spruce up the building. Once a buyer is found and financing is arranged, sometimes it takes six months to a year to train the new owners and make the ownership change. “I hope that when someone is interested in selling their business, they aren’t ready to pack up and leave in a month,” Glenn said. While Transitions is quickly finding a niche as a business brokerage, Glenn said helping new or struggling businesses is still a key component of their business. “Coming from an ag background, small businesses are near and dear to my heart,” Glenn said.
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1540 E. College, NL Retail ‐ For Lease 3,350 sq. ft.
2203-2205 E. Empire, Unit C Office‐ For Lease 2,259 sq. ft.
803 E. Lafayette, BL Office ‐ For Lease 2,600 sq. ft.
1316 E. Empire, BL Office – Lease 1,890‐4,300 sq. ft.
1717 RT Dunn Office/Retail ‐ For Lease 3,400 sq. ft.
2402 E. Empire, BL Industrial ‐ For Lease 43,125‐86,250 sq. ft.
127 N. Williamsburg, BL Salon/Office ‐ For Sale/Lease 2,500 sq. ft.
1717 Ft. Jesse, NL Retail – For Sale/Lease 9,048 sq. ft.
207 E. Washington, BL Office – For Lease 3,000 sq. ft.
705-707 N. East St., BL Office – Lease 600‐1,000 sq. ft.
Country Lane, Heyworth Mobile Home Park 4 acres w/ 29 pads
2807 E. Empire, BL Bank / Office 4,200 sq. ft.
2444 S. Main, BL C‐Store near Interstate 3,000 sq. ft.
402 N. Hershey, BL Office – Lease 700 sq. ft.
9 Westport, BL Retail/Warehouse‐Sale/Lease 4,000‐8,000 sq. ft.
2200 Ft. Jesse, NL Office ‐ For Sale 14,771 sq. ft.
108 Regency, BL Church – For Sale 7,000 sq. ft.
1525 Ft. Jesse, NL; Coffee/Ice Cream Hut 450 sq. ft.
715 N. Morris, BL Warehouse / Office 12,360 sq. ft.
501 S. Towanda, BL Office for Lease 1,500‐16,000 sq. ft.
139 N. Williamsburg, BL 412 E. Front St., BL Office for Lease/Sale Income Property‐Salon/Apt. 2,470 sq. ft. 4,838 sq. ft.
614 E. Walnut, BL Multifamily – For Sale 5 Unit Building
420 Wylie Dr., Unit 452, NL 2406 Rainbow, BL Retail / Office Income Property‐Apt. Bldg. 2,500 sq. ft. 12‐1,100 sq. ft. units
202 E. Walnut/902 N. East, BL Student Housing – 2 Buildings 10‐unit Investment Property
pending
404 W. Northtown, NL Warehouse / Office 5,850 & 1,728 sq. ft.
commercial land 1041 Wylie Drive, BL 52,272 sq. ft. ‐ Excellent corner site, close to I‐55/I‐74, Wal‐Mart
420 Kays Drive, NL 1.15 Acres ‐ Great corner lot at Towanda and Kays. Good traffic counts.
419 Bronco Drive, BL 1.83 Acres ‐ Corner lot in developing area. Easy access to I‐55/I‐74
Empire Business Park, BL Various sizes available ‐ Located in the Enterprise Zone, across from CIRA.
2016 S. Main, BL 1.4 Acres ‐ Lighted intersection at Main and Hamilton, across from McDonalds.
4013 Pamela Drive, BL 23,381 sq. ft. ‐ Corner lot in growing area, near many new developments.
Lot 1, Highpoint Hill, Lexington 1.16 Acres ‐ Prime commercial lot, off I‐55 Interchange.
LeRoy Plaza Sub, LeRoy 1‐3 Acres ‐ at I‐74 Interchange
2402 E. Empire, BL 6.04 Acres ‐ Utilities to site. Detention basin included.
210 Greenwood, BL 4.15 Acres ‐ Zoned M1. Excellent commercial or apartment development.
1271 Airport Rd, BL 1.1 Acres ‐ High residential growth area. Fully developed lot.
802 E. Washington, BL 13,576 sq. ft., zoned B1. Signalized corner lot, near Downtown Bloomington.
Olympia and Wicker, BL 10.24 Acres ‐ Divisible. Fully developed lots.
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Rt. 9 West, BL 41+/‐ Acres near I‐55/I‐74 Interchange. Zoned M1 (can be rezoned to B1)
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309-287-7962
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2401 E. Empire, Bloomington
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3631 Yellowstone Dr, NL $569,000
37 Country Club, BL $739,900 MUST SEE INSIDE! Resort atmosphere with updates galore! Incredible yard with in ground pool, stone fireplace & huge patio. Dream kitchen has custom Roecker cabinets, 2 sub zero refrigerators, Wolfe gas range/griddle &oven. Separate oven & microwave, 3 dishwashers, Wet bar, center island eating bar & huge pantry. Mud room includes custom cabinets, desk area, and built in lockers. Custom 1/2 bath. Family Room has stone wall gas fireplace. Wood floors in the Living & Dining Rooms. 1st floor Master suite, remodeled 4 bedrooms & 2 full baths up.
Deb Connor
(309) 531-1912 Heart of America REALTORS® , LTD
2 Stonebrook Court, BL $534,900
6 bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths. Stunning custom home. Wrap around covered porch with gorgeous views. Backs to natural fields and stream. Wood paneled office with stamped tin ceiling. Premier neighborhood in town. Many, many custom features. Finished basement. First Floor Master. Please come see this excellent value.
(309) 287-3148
5 Kilborn, BL $399,900
Outstanding home in Royal Links! Comfortable, open plan with lots of trims and details. Fantastic floor plan with first floor master suite. 2 story great room with open iron staircase to second floor. Great kitchen with granite counter tops, desk, gas range and walk in pantry. Finished lower level with huge family room and full bath, 2 egress windows, & tons of storage. Gorgeous trees and landscape. Distributed audio. Electronic air cleaning system. Central Vac. Sprinkler system. Don’t miss this one!
Bev Virgil
(309) 261-4116 bvirgil@cbhoa.com GoTeamVirgil.com Heart of America REALTORS® , LTD
FANTASTIC BUY!
Donna Epperson
(309) 275-1248 depperson@cbhoa.com Heart of America REALTORS® , LTD
Judy Glenn (309) 261-7333 Sue Tretter (309) 287-7962
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Fabulous views of Lake and Trail in Tipton Trails on Cul-de-sac! Custom built home by BJ Armstrong. 5 Bed, 4.5 Baths. Tall leaded glass front doors, double cut driveway and gorgeous landscaping welcome you home! Open kitchen, dining, family room. Hardwood floors on main. Kitchen with plenty of counter spacegranite countertops. Lots of cabinets and large pantry. Off kitchen serving counter, cabinets, wine rack and wine refrigerator. Huge Master suite, large beds up and 2 baths up.
13 Smokey Court, BL $423,000
2107 Currant, BL $443,900
So much Attention to Detail throughout this home! 3-car attached garage, with additional 1 car detached-extended garage -perfect for those large trucks!! New Screened in back porch with full foundation! New brick added to front of home last year! Roof ‘14! H20 ‘13. 2-Story family room with open catwalk & gas fireplace! Stunning kitchen with corian counters, large island, & extra serving counter. All appliances are newer (convection stove). 1st floor office with built-ins.
Stunning Jim O’Neal home on one of the largest lots in the desirable Trails on Sunset Lake subdivision. Incredible details throughout in this fabulous home for living and entertaining. The Chef’s Dream Kitchen boasts double oven, butlers pantry, large center island, granite C-tops and designer influenced backsplash. Spectacular Master Bedroom suite offers an awesome 16x8 custom closet and luxurious bath. BR 2 & 3 share Jack n Jill bath, BR 4 has private bath. Large laundry with workstation and drop zone. Full finished basement with wet bar, separate game or theatre area, full bath and 5th BR. Enjoy outdoor living in private fenced backyard, 23 x 14 screened porch and patio.
1 Bohrer Court, BL $454,900
Mary Lou Gold
NEW LISTING!
Walk out lower family room has three very large areas; room for pool table, living area and theater room. No back yard neighbors, fenced across back for privacy. Many updates; remodeled master bath, new carpet thruout 1st floor. Oversized 4 car garage, Kitchen has granite, new refrigerator and dishwasher. New light fixtures thruout.
Cindy Eckols
309-532-1616 The Cindy Eckols Team www.CindyEckols.com
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Mary Lou Gold (309) 287-3148
2011 Gailey Lane, BL $339,900
Excellent value in TIPTON TRAILS .. Spacious room sizes throughout this comfortable home! 2-story entry, backload staircase, custom trim, built-ins, Bay window and French doors! Formal dining room, open plan FR/kitchen, triple-wide door to patio, Silestone quARTz ctops, separate 1st floor mudroom and laundry. Huge family room in lower level w/gas FP, bdrm, full bath, bonus room and plenty of storage. Landscaped fenced yard. Over 3800 fininshed SqFT. Don’t miss this opportunity to Own in TIPTON.
©2015 BHH Affiliates, LLC. An independently owned and operated franchisee of BHH Affiliates, LLC. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices symbol are registered service marks of HomeServices of America, Inc.® Equal Housing Opportunity.
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Of Eagles and Sparrows There they are together two birds at rest; a sparrow nestles on an eagle’s breast. He is safe and warm in his grandpa’s arms, a nest protecting him from mortal harm. Far from the din of fighting in Tikrit, and battle plans to stay or to retreat. Far from numbing thunder of armored tanks, and soldiers’ boots marching in their ranks. Far from the heat of racial strife at home, and angry people shouting, throwing stones. Far from headlines on today’s front page of suffering in streets--the bloody stage. Soon this tuft of feathers, so round and small, on extended wings, will rise, to meet his call. Will these moments safe on his grandpa’s chest, uplift him when he leaves the eagle’s nest?
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