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Connect Transit bus catches on fire On Jan. 4 during a routine bus trip to and from the Central Illinois Regional Airport, the bus caught on fire. While the 40-foot bus passed the airport, authorities said the airport employees heard a loud boom and saw the bus engulfed in flames. “We don’t know exactly what the cause was but we know it was a mechanical malfunction,” Connect Transit Marketing and Business Development Director Melissa Chrisman said. “We are in the process of waiting for the insurance provider to assess the damage.” Damages to the bus totaled $5,000. No injuries were reported. “Our maintenance team will keep up frequent inspection of the buses and we will continue to get new busses to regularly replace the old ones,” Chrisman explained. Chrisman expressed her admiration for the driver. “It was a really good job on the part of our operator [getting everyone to safety] and speaks volumes about Connect Transit,” she said. Chrisman said this incident is the only major mechanical malfunction in more than 10 years.
Normal kidnapping turns to murder case A Peoria man has been accused of kidnapping two men from their home in Normal on Dec. 22. The suspect, Danny Smith Jr., 28, is charged with five counts of first-degree murder, four counts of aggravated kidnapping, additional felony counts of home invasion, residential burglary, armed robbery, aggravated vehicular hijacking and possession of a stolen vehicle. Smith is accused of forcing his way into the victims’ home on the 100 block of West Raab Road, where he kidnapped Maunds Bryant and his father, Ray Magsby. According to Normal and Peoria police, Bryant suffered a head injury when he fell during the abduction and died in a Peoria hospital on Christmas Day. As of now, Smith’s motive seemed to be to
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A Connect Transit bus caught on fire on the way to the airport in early January. collect money from a lottery prize that the family recently won. Smith allegedly demanded a ransom from Byrant’s mother, Carmelita Magsby.
Bloomington man found dead as a result of fire near Kappa A Bloomington man was found dead Dec. 31 from the result of soot and smoke inhalation from a fire. The fire took place in a house adjacent to the Kappa Kabanna Gentlemen’s Club where the body of the victim, Richard A. Hansen, was found inside an unoccupied home at 906 Dixon Ave. He had been a patron of the club the previous night.
State in a toss-up over whether to continue court-ordered therapy. A Twin City man’s therapy at a state mental facility has been delayed by refusal of the McLean County State Attorney’s office to confirm that the man is not a sex offender.
Thomas Meece was found guilty by reason of insanity in 2010 in the murder of his 14-month-old daughter. The child died of head injuries she suffered after Meece beat her in their Bloomington home. In an interview with The Pantagraph, his lawyer, Hal Jennings, said Meece is a violent offender but has never been a sex offender. “As a psychology major, I’ve unfortunately researched many cases similar to this one,” psychology major Olivia Glossa said. “It’s disturbing when reading it on paper but knowing that it’s happening as close to where I sleep is gut wrenching.” Jennings said he plans to file federal court paperwork to compel the state to provide information if the issue is not resolved by the state’s attorney.
Russian hacking may have helped Trump win presidency President-elect Donald Trump may have had help from Russian President Vladimir Putin in his election win, according to recent CIA revelations. The evidence allegedly displayed a correlation between Trump’s win and the Kremlin’s domestic policy making. Trump, who was perceived as a friendly candidate to Russia throughout the presidential campaign, is not viewed as a threat in the Kremlin in the same way that Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton was, according to The Huffington Post.
Police investigate Circle K robbery
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An armed robbery took place Thursday at the Circle K on West Market Street.
The Bloomington Police Department is investigating an armed robbery that took place Thursday at the Circle K on West Market Street. The suspect, wearing a dark-hooded sweatshirt, walked into the store with a handgun at 3:24 a.m. and demanded money from an employee, according to police. Anyone with information is asked to contact Bloomington Police Detective Jared Roth at (309) 434-2379 or McLean County Crime Stoppers at (309) 828-1111.
Cubs World Series trophy to visit Redbird Arena Jan. 18 BETH GEISTLINGER Sports Editor | @beth_geist
Illinois State University will be joined by a special guest on Jan. 18: The Cubs World Series trophy. The trophy will stop from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at Redbird Arena. Fans will be able to take a complimentary photo with the World Series Trophy. The north doors to Redbird Arena will open at noon. Parking is available at noon in lots west of Main Street, unless otherwise stated. Guests can try lots G-82 (next to outdoor track) and G-83 (Hancock Stadium). Upon entering the north doors, notify event staff for ADA accommodations. Fans can upload photos to social media using the #CubsTrophyTour hashtag for a chance to be featured at www.cubs.com/ trophytour, where future stop information is announced as it becomes available. “We’re extremely excited to host this historic event at Redbird Arena. This is a fabulous opportunity for Redbird fans and our community to be a part of this historic World Series Championship. We’d also like to thank State Farm for their support of the Trophy Tour and Redbird Athletics,” said Larry Lyons, Illinois State University athletic director. Before its stop at ISU, the trophy will be on display from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Shirk Center at Illinois Wesleyan Univerisity. At 8 a.m. the south (front) and east doors to the Shirk Center will open. Parking is available in the lot east of the Shirk Center with access from Emerson Street on south and Titan Drive on north. Upon entry at either doors, notify event staff for ADA accommodations.
Bench approved in honor of Benjamin Allison EMA SASIC News Editor | @ema_sasic
The Illinois State University Board of Trustees unanimously approved naming a bench on campus in honor of student Benjamin Allison during Friday’s meeting. The bench will be placed on Redbird Plaza, currently being constructed near Fell Hall. Allison was struck by a hit-andrun driver in Uptown Normal in January 2015. He died a few days later after he was taken off life support. Allison was a communication major and a member of WZND.
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As citizens throughout Illinois celebrated the new year, new laws took effect Jan. 1. These laws range from issues of crime, families and children, hunting and trapping, public safety and more. “As far as traffic laws go, the most important one is the addition to Scott’s Law, which now adds any vehicle with their emergency f lashers activated,” McLean County Sheriff Jon Sandage said. “This is
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to help protect citizens whose car is broke down along the roadway.” Before this year, Scott’s Law, also known as the “move over” law, only required drivers to slow down or change lanes when approaching an emergency vehicle on the side of the road. Under Senate Bill 2806, there is now a larger fine for failure to stop at a railroad crossing. The first violation is $500 and other violations total up to $1,000. Sandage also believes the penalty increase for the sale of bath salts by a retail establishment is beneficial, due to crimes caused by individuals under the influence of this substance. This year, selling these drugs in a retail store will be a class 3 felony with a maximum fine of $150, according to Senate Bill 210. “The most impactful law for law enforcement will be the additional requirements for training, notification and follow up concerning sexual assault and abuse cases,” Normal Police Chief Rick Bleichner said. “This will require more training, policy development and coordination with other police agencies.” This new law under Senate Bill 3096 gives victims a longer period of time to request rape kits. It will also speed up forensic testing and demand more detailed reporting of sexual assault cases by police officers. According to House Bill 4264, cosmetologists must receive training under the new license renewal process. This helps spot signs of domestic violence a nd se x u a l COUPON violence with their clients. A more controversial law passed t his year is the S enate Bi l l CAMPUS: Main St Between Mcdonalds & Buff. Wild Wings 3129, which NORMAL EAST: Veterans Parkway in front of Walmart NORMAL NORTH: Main & Raab By Moe's and new Schnucks lets police dogs enjoy t hei r WALK RIGHT IN! retirement Expires 12/15/2016 VID899 with the police
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Candidates edge toward mayoral seat
Four Bloomington mayor hopefuls discuss qualifications, plans for sought out position during GOP breakfast EMA SASIC News Editor | @ema_sasic
Four of the five candidates for mayor of Bloomington, and a representative for the fifth candidate, joined members of the McLean County Republican Party for its monthly breakfast on Monday. Bloomington Mayor Tari Renner, Ward 1 Alderman Kevin Lower, retired firefighter Robert Fike, former radio talk show host Ian Bayne and representative Janine Toth for Ward 8 Alderman Diana Hauman gathered at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Bloomington to share their plans if elected. Hauman was returning from a wedding and could not attend the breakfast. To begin the meeting, each candidate was given five minutes to explain their qualifications, problems they see in the city and how they would address those issues. Bayne was the first to speak and took time to recognize various Republicans who have supported him in the past. Some include Senior Marketing Investment Strategist at Fidelity Investments John Stone, T.J. Maxx Founder Ben Cammarata and Las Vegas Sands Corp. Founder Ted Cutler. “All of these people supported me because I know how to fight,” Bayne said. He also discussed how a similar meeting with Democrats had a much larger attendance rate than Monday’s breakfast and Republicans should not take that lightly. “I think we need to make a decision to fight now before [Democrats] come after your state representative seats [and] state Senate seats. They’ve already run the city into the ground with taxation and increased spending,” Bayne said. Toth was next to address the room and took a different approach than Bayne. Instead of talking about who all supported Hauman,
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(Left to right) Candidates Robert Fike, Bloomington Mayor Tari Renner, Alderman Kevin Lower (second to right) and Ian Bayne answer questions from attendees during Monday’s McLean County Republican Party breakfast. Toth introduced the alderman through her relationship with her. Reviewing their 20 years of friendship, Toth touched base on Hauman’s career in performance improvement, management, leadership development and work with private and public sector organizations. Hauman has also been the member of many professional associations, where the two women worked with each other the most. “She always took leadership positions, and she always worked with what she was given as well as coalescing groups to make more with what they already had, to think of new solutions, to lead groups in those directions,” Toth said. Toth also highlighted many of Hauman’s strengths, including creating a consensus, listening, shaping focus and stimulating decisions. Fike began his five minutes by going over his qualifications for the mayor position. He was born
Macy’s in Eastland Mall to close KEVIN SCHWALLER Senior News Reporter | @kevschwa
The Macy’s store at Eastland Mall in Bloomington is expected to close by the end of March. The store is one of 68 locations that will close this year. Fiftyfive employees at the Bloomington store will lose their jobs.
and raised in Bloomington, finished Bloomington High School in three years, earned his private pilot license and was a firefighter. He also praised his clean record. Some of Fike’s plans if elected mayor include no new taxes, an early retirement package and cutting travel spending. “I don’t think we need to be going to Cuba,” Fike said. “I think we need to stay home and take care of our home community and maybe travel to Normal and talk to them, but Cuba seems a little bit out of the way.” Company cars were another issue he talked about and whether it is more beneficial to have them or to simply pay mileage. Lower was elected Precinct Committeeman in Precinct 18, which includes South Hill. Beginning in April 2013, he has been a member of the Bloomington City Council representing Ward 1. He also has a history with the Bloomington-Normal airport as a
Bloomington Economic Development Coordinator Austin Grammer said the closure is unfortunate but will not negatively impact the city. “The recently announced closure of Macy’s at Eastland Mall is unfortunate news for the employees who work at Macy’s and its many local loyal customers,” Grammer said. “However, the closure of Macy’s at Eastland Mall in no way reflects the vitality of the Bloomington’s retail environment as is clearly evidenced by the recent openings of multiple new local and national retailers in Bloomington.” According to a statement released by CBL & Associates Properties, the company that owns Eastland Mall, the store is expected to close March 31. It will also close stores in Kentucky,
Utah and Texas. “Recapturing these stores will allow us to take space that is under-performing and convert it into new retail, dining and entertainment users” the company said in its statement. CBL will purchase the location from Macy’s for $5 million. Grammer said the City of Bloomington is working with the company to find a future retailer. “Staff at the City of Bloomington are actively partnering with the leaders of CBL & Associates Properties, Inc. to assist with the redevelopment of the soon to be vacant Macy’s space,” Grammer said. see MACY’S page 5
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transfer airline pilot. During his time as alderman, Lower explained why many people, once he became better known on the council, have agreed with him on various issues. “My counterpart, the mayor … he is a progressive Democrat and has a utopian, liberal ideology. I’m here to bring the community together,” Lower said. “If the community wants to become some utopian ideological thing, I’ll go along with that, but you’ve got to prove it to me. I don’t believe in that.” “I’m trying to get back to the grassroots of what Bloomington wants to be and be a true representative,” he said. If elected mayor, Lower wants to build a northeast fire station and invest in public safety in the police and fire department with training. He ended by saying economic growth in Bloomington is slow because of excess spending. “The local government is involved in much too much,” he
said. “We need to get back to basics.” With over 30 years of on-theground experience with local government, Renner reviewed many of his accomplishments while serving in various positions. He worked with city managers and mayors around the world on economic development projects, balancing budgets and investments. When he first ran for mayor, Renner said he wanted a “city hall surrounded by windows.” “Anyone, from any part of town, could walk up, look in and see what they’re paying for, and that’s what we’ve achieved. We went from having an F from the Illinois Policy Institute, a 50.7 [percent], to an A+ in transparency.” He also mentioned he holds regular mayoral houses where citizens can stop by the Friday before a Bloomington City Council meeting and ask any questions. As a second-term mayor, Renner said he would focus more on streets and infrastructure, capital improvements and growth of the local economy. Afterward, citizens had the chance to ask candidates questions on whether they would raise taxes and how they Ian Bayne would work with council members and other officials. Also in attendance during the breakfast were state Representatives Keith P. Sommer (R—88th District), Dan Brady (R—105th District) and state Senator Jason Barickman (R—53rd District). A primary election will be held due to five candidates filing for one seat. A Feb. 28 vote will narrow the vote down to two candidates. The nonpartisan election will take place April 4.
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Women’s March on Washington unites divided nation
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f t e r a rocky start, it seems that plans are finally coming together for a very highly anticipated political event; not the upcoming Inauguration, but rather the Women’s March on Washington, which will occur the day after. At 10 a.m. Saturday, citizens across all 50 of the United States will gather near the U.S. Capitol to take part in this event. There’s even a bus going from Bloomington-Normal. Additionally, there are currently 370 sister marches scheduled around the world for people who are unable to travel to Washington D.C. Not officially labeled a “protest,” according to its website, the event’s mission is to “…send a bold message to our new government on their first day in office, and to the world, that women’s rights are human rights.” This is such a crucial message to be sending after an election in which Hillary Clinton, the first woman to win a nomination of a major party, lost to a sexist who has had several sexual assault allegations made against him. Presidentelect Trump has made horrifying statements about women and even though the march is open to everyone, regardless of how they voted, the messages fueling the march are decidedly against his
rhetoric. In addition to reproductive rights, the unity principles that the march is advocating for include ending violence, LGBTQIA rights, worker’s rights, civil rights, disability rights, immigrant rights and environmental justice. Some critics view these unity principles as pandering efforts, meant to gain as many participants as possible while ultimately distracting and debilitating the
mission of defending women’s rights. This is not the case. America faces many issues today, and the only chance we have of solving them is if we remain united and passionate about all of them. We must not succumb to valuing one issue over another. We have to fight all injustices, regardless of whether they affect our lives personally. We cannot speak over each other. The march was criticized most
vehemently when it was in its initial stages and lacked representation of diversity. The WMW was originally named the Million Women March, which was the name used for an African American women’s march in the past. The appropriation angered many, prompting a name change and press release. When organizers realized the historical significance of the name, they recognized the fault and changed it to instead honor the
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original March on Washington, in which Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his famous “I Have a Dream” speech. Additionally, the organizers have issued a statement of inclusivity to address solutions to the lack of diverse representation and to truly extend an invitation to people of all demographics as welcome participants. Overall, it is much preferable to be criticized for being too inclusive, (laughably, a nonissue) and therefore allegedly not centered enough on one effort, than it is to go against the American values of equality and human rights. Following the election, in a so-called divided nation, the unity principles live up to their name as they will unite more than 100,000 people in a peaceful, Kingian effort for equality. The WMW might not write new legislation or undo the election results, but it will send a message that people can and will unite against bigotry. Participants will form relationships and the march will prompt forthcoming activism. Yes, there have been setbacks, but at every turn, the organizers have listened to the people, a practice that every American wishes to see in the upcoming presidency.
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n a unique combination of “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation” and “The Amazing Race,” eager audiences across the U.S. will soon observe designated “fugitives” on the run from highly trained professionals in a new TV series. CBS will introduce its highly anticipated TV series, “Hunted,” Sunday following the AFC Championship Game. The show is an American adaptation from its British counterpart under the same name, now in its second season. Nine teams of two are tasked
with the impossible: disappear and avoid capture while being tracked by some of the nation’s best law enforcement agents. The show’s trailer names pursuers including a former FBI agent and investigators with backgrounds in the Navy Seals, the CIA and the U.S. Marshal Service. Following the show’s pilot, the series will air at 7 p.m. Wednesdays. Like many others, I saw the show’s trailer and instantly said, “I need to see that!” It has the level of excitement that I enjoy in a reality series without the cliché aspects found in series that have gone on for years. I’m talking about you, Bachelor franchise. The fugitives are people just like you and me, having no idea how to evade capture outside of a game of hide and seek. In this hide and seek on ste-
roids, technology is your worst enemy and must be avoided at all costs — something unheard of today. It is the small aspects that make this show so interesting to me. The unique concept is that an average Joe must learn how to trick federal agencies in an attempt to win big — the looming $250,000 prize at the end of the tunnel. However, once the excitement and novelty of this show passes, what is left in my mind is the question of implication. Each fugitive has the cash prize incentive. Clearly, this was included as an attempt to make the chase as realistic as possible. No real-life criminal puts themselves through the stress of running from the law without reason. The producers of the show realize that contestants need this incentive to allow for the
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inevitable invasion of privacy that the show calls for. In this arena, not only do the agents see their personal information, but so do viewers across the nation. Without the prize, I believe that participation would be lacking. Now getting back to the implication of this cash prize. With fugitives going all out to use every ounce of their being toward “winning,” each and every tactic they employ — successful or not — will be broadcasted to the nation. It may be a leap to say that due to this broadcast, real-life fugitives may gain insight on how to accurately evade law enforcement, but it is a thought that crosses my mind each time I view the trailer. Granted, these agencies are learning alongside viewers as our designated fugitives succeed and fail, the question still looms. Once one contestant slips up,
a viewer will think of some way to get out of the mess they fell into. Direct implications or not, this appears to be one of the most risky and realistic TV series we have to date. I will be tuning in on Sunday, but with an eye on how the producers of the show plan on executing the taping of this reality show in contrast to others we know so well. I have no doubt it will be interesting, but just how interesting will the impacts of this show be, and will they shine for the better or for the worse? Mary Cullen is a senior journalism major and news editor and columnist for The Vidette. Any questions or comments regarding her column can be sent to vidette_mmcullen@ilstu. edu. Follow her on Twitter at @ MaryCullen7.
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political signs in their yard. These welcome signs are popping up around town and are printed in three languages with the same message: “No matter where you are from, we’re glad you’re our neighbor.” approving the naming of a campus bench in memory of Illinois State student Ben Allison and funds to improve the heating and fire systems on campus.
part in the Martin Luther King Day of Service Friday by working with the McLean County YWCA and community volunteers to write cards for cancer patients and nursing home residents in Bloomington-Normal. with a state budget; it has been 18 months of budget deadlock.
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IDOT railroads speed toward completion Normal is gearing up for high-speed railroads to transport passengers to Chicago at up to 110 mph, cutting travel time MALLORY LOVINGS News Reporter | @MalloryLovings
The Illinois high-speed railroad project is still underway with the last railroad crossing finishing on College Avenue. “The purpose of the work is to facilitate high-speed rail service between St. Louis and Chicago, with a stop in Normal,” Director of Communications for the Town of Normal Dan Irvin said. Irvin said construction through Normal began in the summer of 2016 with the railroad crossing on University Street. The project’s goal is to increase the speed of the trains to 110 mph and help reduce travel time by an hour. Reconstruction and upgrades of the tracks began in 2010 and ever since, workers have been preparing the trains and the tracks to withstand the faster speeds. In 2012, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and Union Pacific Railroad had trains meet the maximum speed of 110 mph between Dwight and Pontiac,
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Although a completion date has not been finalized due to several circumstances, the College Avenue site plans to reopen soon. and in 2015 the speed has been bumped up to 110 mph between Joliet and Carlinville. Following the timeline, IDOT is looking to have new cars and locomotives delivered and all construction completed to reduce the travel times.
Junior psycholog y major Katelyn Stigall said she used to ride the Eurostar from London to Paris, which is an extremely high speed train that got her to her destination quickly, so she is excited to now have a faster option to travel between Illinois State
University and Chicago when she goes home. Even though the construction around c ampus has been extensive, she said it is bearable for the overall outcome. “The construction around campus has been inconvenient at times, I have had to take a lot of detours to get where I’m going, but it hasn’t been too horrible,” Stigall said. “It just takes a little more planning and time to get where I need to go.” Ir v in said the remaining timeline for completion has been not been finalized. Due to weather and other unpredicted circumstances, the College Avenue site has taken longer than anticipated. However, it is back in the works and should reopen as soon as possible. Mallory Lovings is a news reporter for The Vidette and can be reached at vidette_mloving@ exchange.ilstu.edu. Follow her on Twitter at @mallorylovings.
What’s to come to ISU, Blo-No in 2017 TIFFANY MORRISON News Reporter | @MorrisonTiffany
Illinois State University as well as the rest of the Bloomington-Normal area is preparing for what the new year is bringing with construction, events and more. One of the most popular and long-awaited additions to Bloomington-Normal is the Portillo’s Chicago-style hot dog and Italian beef food chain. If all goes according to plan, Portillo’s is hoping to start construction as soon as possible to open its doors to the community by the summer, making this its 48th location, according to a Pantagraph interview with Portillo’s Vice President of Marketing and Public Relations Nick Scarpino. After looking over multiple different locations, Portillo’s finally announced it will be at 202 Landmark Drive in Normal. Many are eagerly awaiting the grand opening of the restaurant already. “Portillo’s coming to Normal is probably one of the best things to ever happen. I already know I’m going to be there just about every other day to have those mouth-watering Italian beef’s along with a chocolate shake to top it off,” sophomore Alex Lopez said. In addition to Portillo’s, there are also other new constructions coming to the area. Director of Media Relations at ISU Eric Jome said campus additions include the completion of Redbird Plaza behind Fell Hall. “The plaza will be a gathering space for the campus community and will feature seating and other architectural features,” Jome said. A part of the plaza will be a bench in memory of WZND student director Benjamin Allison who died in 2015. Jome said approval has also been given for an addition to Watterson Dining Commons to expand work areas for Campus Dining and plans
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“The closure presents many new opportunities for CBL to attract multiple new top-tier national retailers to Eastland Mall that are not currently in Bloomington, retailers that have long wanted to be in Bloomington, and retailers which have been requested by area residents for many years,” he said. The statement released by CBL said once leases are signed, it will give Eastland Mall construction and opening timelines. “The list of users interested in these specific
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A new apartment complex in Uptown Normal is one of the many changes 2017 brings to the area. are being formulated for renovations within the Bone Student Center. There are no set dates for either of these projects as of now. There is also a new living space currently being developed in Uptown Normal called One on the Circle. According to its website, “the 21 impeccably finished residences accommodate modern lifestyle with open living and entertainment spaces, gourmet kitchens, oversized windows, and refined bathrooms. All residences feature a gorgeous package of high-end finishes for a crisp, modern feel.” Big, upcoming events coming to campus include the annual Martin Luther King Jr. dinner Friday with guest speaker Marc Lamont Hill and
Founders Day events which will take place on Feb. 16. “The really exciting news for this year’s Founders Day is our special honorary degree recipient Emmy and Golden Globe winner ISU alumna Jane Lynch,” Jome said. The celebration of ISU’s history will also include the ringing of the replica Old Main Bell and the Convocation ceremony where faculty and staff members will be recognized. “We’re looking forward to another year of exciting events that will honor Illinois State University’s history, showcase its various colleges and departments, and celebrate culture and diversity,” Jome said. Other events can be found on ISU’s homepage.
locations includes sporting goods, fitness centers, off-price boxes, restaurants, theaters and entertainment concepts, all of which will enhance the performance of the mall overall,” the statement said. Grammer said he is hopeful for the future of the soon to be vacant space. “I am highly optimistic that the leadership team at CBL will be successful in redeveloping the Macy’s space,” he said. “Especially in light of the recent investments nearby in the Empire Street / Veterans Parkway Corridor by a number of national retailers including DICK’S Sporting Goods, PetSmart,
HomeGoods, Fresh Thyme [Farmers Market], Five Below, Designer Shoe Warehouse, OshKosh B’gosh and many more yet to come.” The 68 Macy’s closures are estimated to save $550 million annually. Along with Macy’s, the Smashburger location in Bloomington abruptly closed last Thursday. The restaurant at 1401 N. Veterans Parkway closed without warning. A sign on the door read, “Thank you for all the years of loyalty, we are sad to inform you that our store is closing its doors.” A location in Peoria also closed its doors Thursday.
Jane Lynch to return for honorary degree CLAIRE WEINZIERL News Reporter | @ClaireWeinzierl
Award-winning actress Jane Lynch w ill return to Illinois State University in February to receive an honorar y doctoral degree from her alma mater during this year’s Founders Day Convocation. Lynch is from Dolton. She graduated in ISU’s class of 1982 with a degree in theatre. Lynch studied with professors Jean Scharfenberg, Don LaCasse and Alvin Goldfarb and recognizes them as early inf luences on her acting skills. Lynch will accept her honorary degree during the convocation at 2 p.m. Feb. 16 in the Brown Ballroom of the Bone Student Center. The ceremony is free and open to the public and a reception will follow at 3:30 p.m. The annual bell-ringing ceremony will kick off the day’s events at 10 a.m. in the Brown Ballroom. The bell will ring 160 times to mark the school’s years of existence. “We here in Jane Lynch Alumni Relations are delighted that Jane Lynch will be returning to campus to receive an honorar y doctorate,” Doris Groves, executive director of alumni engagement at ISU, said. “This past summer we hosted an alumni event in Chicago in conjunction with her performance of ‘See Jane Sing’ at the Lyric Opera.” “She graciously met w ith a group of our ISU alumni following the performance, so we are pleased that she has been engaged with the university and we will be excited to welcome her,” Groves said. Ly nch is recognized as an actress, comedian, singer and even game show host. She began her career with Chicago’s Second City comedy troupe and then Chicago’s Steppenwolf Theatre. She has earned two Emmys hosting NBC’s “Hollywood Game Night,” and she also won two Emmys and a Golden Globe for her role as Sue Sylvester, cheerleading coach on Fox’s “Glee.” Lynch has performed roles in other movies such as “WreckIt Ralph,” “The 40 Year-Old Virgin,” “The Three Stooges,” “Julie & Julia” and “Talladega Nights: The Ballad of R icky Bobby.” Lynch’s trademark is that she usually plays a straight-shooting, nonchalant personality and possesses a dry sense of humor. She is also typically cast as an office professional, like her role as Linda Freeman, Charlie’s therapist on “Two and a Half Men.” An Alumni Awards Dinner will be at 6 p.m. at the Alumni Center, 1101 N. Main in Normal. The cost is $25. For registration information, contact Alumni Relations at 438-2586. For more information about ISU’s Founders Day festivities, call (309) 438-2586 or go to IllinoisState.edu/FoundersDay. Claire Weinzierl is a news reporter for The Vidette and can be reached at caweinz@ilstu.edu. Follow her on Twitter @ClaireWeinzierl.
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Redbirds share mindset behind successful season EMILY GRIFFITH Features Reporter | @emilygriffy
ISU professor Scott Rankin is one artist whose artwork will be showcased at the McLean County Arts Center through February 25. Photo Illustration by Kelly McNamara
MCAC displays art professor’s work TARA BABIC Features Reporter | @tarbabic
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h e McLean County Arts Center will showcase Scott Rankin’s Thin Deep Ribbonphotography of the sky until Feb. 25. The exhibit was released Jan. 6 and is in the Armstrong Gallery at the MCAC. Scott Rankin, video artist and photographer, has received numerous awards for his published work worldwide. He has been a photographer for several years
and has taken tens of thousands of images and videos. Rankin is also a Professor of Art at Illinois State University where he teaches numerous classes involving video and photography. Rankin explained his passion for photographing the sky in an online interview on the MCAC website where he said, “the frame of the camera alters the way in which you see that field.” When describing his work, he writes, “the sky is a place with many places within it. It is always with you and yet far.”
According to the MCAC website, Rankin’s unique images are said to surprise and inspire awe. A free and public art reception will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday to honor the artwork of several talented individuals. Along with this exhibition, Rankin will speak at an Art Talk at 6 p.m. on Feb. 3. Other artists’ artwork will also be celebrated at the same art reception. The audience can expect to see Chrissy LaMaster’s Lost & Found and the artwork of five
Illinois artists, Juan Fernandez, Jonathan Higgins, Mark Holmes, Travis Janssen and John Nelson. The McLean County Arts Center is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Fridays and noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays. Any questions regarding the art gallery or future exhibitions can be directed to (309) 829-0011.
Guardians of the Children biker organization provides protection to youth JAKE PLAUTZ Features Reporter | @JakePlautz
Although many BloomingtonNormal residents have not heard of it, the local chapter of the Guardians of the Children may be the area’s unsung heroes. The Guardians of the Children biker organization is best known nationally for escorting children to court so they can have the courage to testify against their abusers. On the group’s website, the mission statement reads, “The mission of the Guardians of the Children is to recognize and react to child abuse and educate the public to do the same; to serve as advocates to provide strength and stability to families in crisis; and be an answer to the prayer of an abused child or teen for courage, support, and protection.” Bloomington-Normal’s local chapter has 61 members, all committed to helping the area’s children in their times of need. Ed Moore, president of the local chapter since 2011, said the reason
he does it is because, “They’re [the kids] defenseless. They don’t choose for it to happen, it just happens. And they feel like no one’s there to help them.” Moore said that his chapter typically goes to three to four trials per year. These trials could be anywhere in the surrounding area, and even sometimes in places as far away as Louisville. The last trial the local chapter went to was in Clinton. Moore said that the process is not complicated. The group will usually go into court with the child and his family and sit in the courtroom. He said it really helps provide a sense of security. Typically, the members wear their Guardians of the Children leather jacket, but the Bloomington-Normal courts do not allow it. The local chapter is best known for helping out a family during the David Gharrett trial, where some of the family had to testify against the convicted killer of their 3-year-old daughter. Though the Guardians of the
Children conduct the noble act of protecting children, the local chapter finds itself largely unnoticed. “Some people see us and they’re like ‘Bikers are so scummy,’ and all we’re actually trying to do is help,” Moore said. He said the group is trying to change that image. Of the 61 local chapter members, 27 are “full back patch” members. These members have been probates for one year and all have access to a motorcycle. Twenty-six members are probates on their way to getting the full back patch and eight members are asso-
ci-
ates. On the Guardians of the Children website, testimonials from the families the organization has helped can be found. From these, it is clear to see that the group does make an impact on those it helps. Locally, it might not have the recognition it deserves, but the group continues to do the ever-important job of protecting youth in trying times.
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The year as a whole had its ups and downs, but 2016 was memorable nonetheless. Here’s what some Illinois State students have as their resolutions for the New Year.
Michael Phillips, junior
“I’m gonna eat less pizza and be friendlier.”
Kelcie Salvo, senior
“I would definitely say my resolution is body positivity and an overall healthier lifestyle.”
Jessi Brutton, junior
“I want to work on my mental health.”
Gina Daniele, junior
“To not be so impulsive with life decisions and with spending money.”
Cemantha Brown, junior “My New Years resolution is to take more chances and have
Time to Relax
Lee said he tries to stay relaxed, but not directly before the game. About four hours before a game he likes to listen to relaxing, slow music. He then changes up his playlist to workout music right before the game. Wills said, “I’m basically relaxed. I like to listen to slow music, too. I really don’t listen to fast music before the game. I just try to stay chill and not get too excited before the game.”
Superstitions
On April 7, 2015, the Illinois State University community suffered a tragic loss when seven died in a plane crash on the way home from the NCAA Championship. One of those to die early that morning was associate head coach, Torrey Ward. Wills and Lee were sophomores playing for him at the time. “I wear these T-Ward bracelets before the game… I wrap them around my ankles during the game,” Wills said. Lee recently started to wear red Air Jordan basketball shoes that coach Ward had given to him. Once Lee started to wear the shoes, the team has not lost a game.
Game Day Rituals
Lee said he likes to get on a leg machine that compresses his muscles an hour before a game. He also takes an ice bath a day before a game. The team also collectively listens to music before the game while getting ready in the locker room. One of its favorite artists is hip-hop rapper YFN Lucci. Additional team pre-game rituals include a shoot around at 10 a.m. followed by a meal four hours before a game.
Positivity
ISU students state New Years resolutions ERIN ANIOLOWSKI Features Reporter | @ErinAniolowski
After the excitement Saturday night following the Redbirds men’s basketball team’s key win over Wichita State, 76-62 at Redbird Arena, the players eventually had to get back into their mindsets to continue to have a successful remainder of the season. Paris Lee and Tony Wills revealed different elements that contribute to the players’ and team’s mindsets.
more adventures.”
Sam Rosenfeld, junior “To smile more.”
Ben Sullivan, sophomore
“My resolution is to live more in the moment because life doesn’t last forever.”
Casey Hauser, graduate student
“My New Years resolution is to read a non-school related book before bed instead of watching Netflix.”
Chris Stevenson, junior
“I want to be more selfish. I drop everything to help other people, and I don’t get the respect I should. So I’m going to be more selfish for my mental health.”
John Newman, sophomore “I want to be more organized so I don’t stress out as much this year.”
“Now that I’m a senior, and me being a point guard, I try to stay positive. Because previous games in the past, I showed a couple of signs of frustration… so when they see me frustrated, they then felt like, ‘Man, if he’s frustrated then I got to be,’” Lee said. Wills said he sits back and thinks about how this is his last go around; therefore, he has got to make the most of every minute left on the clock. Lee said teammates will often remind each other the goals they had set as a team and reflect on them before a game. Athletes with healthy mindsets allow themselves to perform at higher levels of consistency. Building off of the latest empowering win, the team will be matched up against Bradley at 8 p.m., Wednesday at Peoria.
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Rally in the Valley: Redbirds up top
Paris Lee has helped lead the Redbirds to sole possession of first place in the MVC for the first time since 1998. Lee is averaging 13.1 points and 5.3 assists per game.
NICK LANDI Sports Reporter | @TheDon1033
A statement was made in the Missouri Valley Conference last weekend. After Illinois State defeated Wichita State 76-62, the Redbirds took possession of first place in the MVC for the first time since 1998. And with that also being the last year ISU made the NCAA tournament, the Redbirds may have proven themselves to be worthy of the Valley’s
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The victory marked the Redbirds’ seventh-straight and their 15th in a row at home, dating back to last season. It is also the first time Wichita State is not ranked first in the MVC since 2013. Muller intends to address his team later this week about having a target on their backs considering ISU is in sole possession of first place, a place they have not been in since 1997-98. “You’re the hunted now,” Muller
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“We have 19 sports, around 450 athletes, here, so I try to somehow, someway [contact] our other staff members or at least have conversations periodically. We also take kids to doctor’s appointments. A lot of [my job] is record keeping, a lot of it is insurance and dealing with insurance claims. Sometimes parents call or I have to deal with physicians.” Mu n n also serves as a preJohn Munn ceptor for Illinois State’s undergraduate athletic training program, where he
said. “That’s not a place our guys are used to experiencing. We’ll address it and talk about it before a big rivalry game Wednesday. But this team has been so mature the last month-and-a-half, not that it was bad before then, but I have a lot of confidence in those guys in that locker room keeping solid." The Redbirds have won the last three of four meetings with the Shockers. ISU will travel to Peoria at 8 p.m. Wednesday to take on rival Bradley.
instructs students and shows them the ropes of collegiate athletic training. “I have two students that work with me that work basketball,” Munn said. “They come in and do a lot of what I do and I try to help them, guide them and teach them.” At the end of the day, seeing athletes succeed and remain healthy is what keeps Munn coming back year after year. “The best part is when [athletes] finally get back onto the floor, or the pool or the court and you see them succeed,” Munn said. “I see [athletes] at their lowest of lows when they think they may never do anything again. And to see them succeed is why I do what I do. That’s why I enjoy what I do: working with those guys.”
throne. But there is still just less than two months to go until Arch Madness begins, meaning there is still plenty of time for other teams to make their move. Southern Illinois continues to hang in third place while both Indiana State and Northern Iowa picked up their first conference wins of the season. As the season continues, each game gets more crucial than the last one. Here are this week’s rankings:
No. 1 Illinois State (14-4, 6-0)
No. 6 Bradley (8-11, 3-3)
How much longer can ISU stay on top after beating both Southern Illinois and Wichita State last week? Two deceiving matchups against Bradley and Drake this week will give the Redbirds the opportunity to prove their worthiness for first place.
The Braves split their contests this past week, winning in Peoria versus UNI before handing Indiana State its first MVC win of the year in Terre Haute, Ind. Now the war on I-74 begins this week as it hosts Illinois State, who it lost to by only three points at Carver Arena last year. A road trip on Saturday to Missouri State will follow.
No. 2 Wichita State (15-4, 5-1) Last Saturday’s loss to Illinois State ended the Shockers’ six-game winning streak. Now WSU’s march back to the top begins Tuesday at Evansville, followed by Indiana State Saturday.
No. 3 Southern Illinois (11-8, 4-2) Their loss to Illinois State was a missed chance for the Salukis to move into the top of the Valley, but beating Evansville keeps SIU in the race. How the Salukis do against both Drake and Northern Iowa will be crucial, showing if they are still legitimate contenders for the Valley title.
No. 7 Drake (5-13, 3-3) Drake’s somewhat resurgence continued with a win against Indiana State before losing to UNI by 19. On its plate this week are two of the top teams in the conference in SIU and Illinois State.
No. 8 Evansville (10-9, 1-5) The Aces continue to struggle after losing to Missouri State and Southern Illinois. If they fail to capitalize against either Wichita State or Loyola this week, we could see UE in last place
No. 9 Indiana State (7-11, 1-5)
No. 4 Loyola (13-6, 3-3) An impressive come from behind victory against Missouri State, in which Loyola erased an 11-point halftime deficit, keeps the Ramblers at .500 in conference play. LUC will try to get over .500 this week against UNI and Evansville.
No. 5 Missouri State (12-7, 3-3) The Bears will be one of the most improved teams in the league and this may be Paul Lusk’s best roster in his six years at the helm. Dequon Miller knocked down a handful of clutch shots last year. Having shooter Austin Ruder back, who played in only five games because of injury, will be a big plus.
Brenton Scott is the only returning player from last year’s All-MVC teams and needs to step into a leadership role this season with Devonte Brown and Khristian Smith gone. Matt Van Scyoc torched the Redbirds in the MVC Tournament, and he will be a nice stretch four. The Sycamores boast their size with three centers.
No. 10 Northern Iowa (6-11, 1-5) UNI was the last Valley team to get a conference win, but made it look good by beating Drake by 19 points. Has the next act of the Panthers’ MVC comeback started? We will find out this week when they take on Loyola and Southern Illinois.
Redbirds suffer another embarrassing home loss to Drake JARED LITKENHUS Sports Reporter | @jared_lit27
The Illinois State women’s basketball team was defeated by the Missouri Valley Conference leader Drake, 87-36, on Doug Collins Court at Redbird Arena in this year’s installment of the annual “We Back Pat” game. Early in the first quarter the game was close. Illinois State (4-12, 1-4 MVC) shared the ball well as its first 9 points were scored by four different players. The Bulldogs (13-4, 6-0 MVC) had the lead at the time, 11-9,
and never looked back. mark a season low for points The end of the first quarter scored in a quarter and the ended in a 19-13 Bulldogs 36 points mark a season low lead. for points scored in a game by “I feel like we started the Redbirds. better this game,” ISU head “We moved the ball better. coach Barb Smith said. We got better looks. I think “I feel like we were with we’re just putting too much Hannah Katrina them. We kept them off pressure on our shots,” Smith Brechelle Green Beck Beachum the boards. Our turnovers said. really affected us.” Senior Brechelle Beachum The Redbirds were responsible for After a close first quarter Drake and sophomore Katrina Beck both seven turnovers in the first quarter pulled away outscoring ISU, 68-23, lead the team in scoring with six that lead to nine points for the Bull- over the last three quarters. The five points. Junior Hannah Green set dogs. The team ended the game with points scored in the third quarter a game-high in both rebounds (10) 19 turnovers. and blocks (nine).
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“We still have great comradery,” Green said. “We still have a lot of energy when we come to practice. I don’t think [team spirit] is an issue at all.” The Redbirds’ next game is scheduled for Friday. They will play another conference game when they travel to Springfield, Mo., to take on Missouri State. Tipoff is set for 7 p.m. at JHQ Arena. Jared Litkenhus is a sports reporter forThe Vidette. Contact him at jmlitken@ilstu.edu. Follow him on Twitter @Jared_lit27
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MiKyle McIntosh was named MVC Player of the Week after tallying 20 points, five rebounds and four assists during ISU’s victory over Wichita State Saturday at Redbird Arena.
King of the Valley
Illinois State tops Wichita State, 76-62, in front of season-high crowd; Redbirds gain sole possession of first place for first time since 1998 JOSH TOLENTINO Sports Editor | @JCTSports
NORMAL — For the first time in 19 years, Illinois State is in sole possession of first place atop the Missouri Valley Conference. An ally-oop thrown down by MiKyle McIntosh put an exclamation point to an exciting 76-62 Redbird victory over Wichita State on Saturday evening in front of a Redbird Arena season-best crowd of 9,078. McIntosh led ISU (14-4, 6-0 MVC), scoring a game-high 20 points as the Redbirds topped the Shockers in a battle of MVC unbeatens. It was just the fourth time in MVC history two teams with a 5-0 record met head-to-head. “I’m really happy for our team. We continue to guard at a high level,” ISU head coach
Dan Muller said. “A lot of guys stepped up and made plays offensively. I thought we had a couple things that we hurt them with. In the end, guys made shots.” McIntosh was plagued by foul trouble throughout the game but it did not matter as the Pickering, Ontario, native made 7-of-9 shots from the field and went a perfect 5-for-5 from the free throw line. He added five rebounds and four assists in 27 minutes. Senior Deontae Hawkins tallied 14 points, three steals, three blocks and eight rebounds. “If anyone wants to take it as a message they can," McIntosh said. “But we just came out here and played basketball like we always do." The Redbirds stifled the Shockers, limiting Wichita State to just 34.9 percent (22-of-63) from the field, much thanks to a zone ISU
switched to late in the first half. Wichita State came into Saturday's match shooting 47.1 percent. “It [the zone] really worked," McIntosh said. "There were some plays that they were getting down low and it was hard to double. When we went zone, it made it easier for the bigs and the guards.” In what was an extremely physical and intense game from tipoff until the final buzzer, both teams traded baskets for much of the first half until the Redbirds went on a 13-3 run at the 7:56 mark. ISU utilized the run and impressive defense to enter halftime with a 36-27 advantage. Markis McDuffie came out of the half on fire, scoring eight of his 11 points as Wichita State trimmed the deficit to just two. But that was as
close as the Shockers would get as ISU rebuilt a secure 14-point lead and protected home court in front of the deafening sea of red. With the spring semester not starting until next Tuesday, it was uncertain if many ISU students would be in attendance at Saturday's contest. “I especially want to thank the students who came back,” Muller said. “I know it’s a little bit early, but they were awesome. That was a fun night against a really, really good team.” Saturday's game featured a combined 40 personal fouls and 27 turnovers. Wichita State secured 17 offensive rebounds compared to ISU's seven. The Shockers out-rebounded the Redbirds by just one (35-34).
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John Munn: The tape holding team together BETH GESITLINGER Sports Editor | @beth_geist
John Munn might seem like just another person sitting on the crowded Illinois State men’s basketball bench, but his role on the team cannot be understated. Munn is the athletic trainer for ISU men’s basketball team and head athletic trainer for the university. He graduated from Wake Forest University with a degree in health and sports sciences after stumbling into the profession. “I kind of f luked into [athletic training] as an undergraduate student,” Munn said. “I talked to a girl who happened to be in my class that was wearing a Wake Forest sports medicine jacket. I told her that was something I was interested in and how could I potentially get involved.” Munn worked as a student athletic trainer at Wake Forest and
attributes his success in athletic training to his love of sports and interest in health care. “I think [my interest in athletic training] is the age old story that I loved sports, I’ve always liked medicine and taking care of people,” Munn said. “It was kind of a match made in heaven. It really is something I’ve always enjoyed, I love it. They’ll probably put me in the ground doing it.” He received a Master of Science in athletic training at Indiana University, after which Munn headed over to Normal in 1992, where he has stayed to this day. He has worked over 700 ISU games. “Obviously there’s something about this place I like, otherwise I wouldn’t have stayed this long,” Munn said. As head athletic trainer he is in charge of 13 other athletic trainers, including six graduate assists. On top of that, he also
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Head athletic trainer John Munn evaluates Keyshawn Evans after limping off the court at Saturday’s game. Munn has been Illinois State’s athletic trainer for over 20 years and recently worked his 700th game for ISU. has the men’s basketball team to attend to and is responsible for around 450 student athletes. On a daily basis, Munn’s duties go
far beyond simply taking care of injured athletes. “My mornings are usually taken up by treatments and
administrative things I have to do,” Munn said.
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