Normal Theater and Community Players Theatre prepare to “do the Time Warp again”

NORMAL, Ill.- The Normal Theater is partnering with the Community Players Theatre for the annual showing of the “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” once again with shows on Oct 24-26. The production includes a showing…

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ISU Registered Student Organization creates a safe space for women to weightlift together

Image Courtesy of Illinois State University NORMAL, Ill. – After feeling like something was missing her freshman year at Illinois State University, Senior Exercise Science Major Aneesa Ortega created Girl Gains ISU as a safe…

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Lasting Impressions: Hollywood greats, film appreciation and nostalgia culture

NORMAL, Ill. – The recent deaths of legendary Hollywood actors have brought nostalgic feelings to many as actors like Dame Maggie Smith and James Earl Jones are reminiscent of a simpler era in film. In…

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As Seen on BookTok: social media platforms are increasing engagement in public libraries

BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – The Bloomington Public Library is welcoming the increase in engagement and library presence thanks to the help of TikTok and other social media platforms. The increase of engagement is coming from Booktok,…

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