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Video: How Bloomington-Normal’s first drone show took flight

Ryan Denham

How do you get a fleet of 300 drones to fly perfectly in sync and create stunning LED animations in the sky? WGLT visited with the Firefly Drone Shows crew ahead of Thursday night's Bloomington show.

Firefly Drone Shprovides an immersive experience that takes our client's events and brands to new heights. One of the only FAA licensed companies in the world, Firefly offers the latest technology operated by the most experienced pilots.

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Fourth of July weekend takes off with a 300-drone light show at the Interstate Center

Lauren Fischer

A 300-drone light show is coming to the Interstate Center in Bloomington, as a way to kick off America 250 celebrations. The show will be held at 9 p.m. on Thursday, July 2.

Empty skating rink with a polished concrete floor.

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B-N gets roller skating back with pop-up Wheelz at the Interstate Center

Zachary Knox-Doyle, Lauren Warnecke

Wheelz brings skating back to the area for the first time in three years, with an inaugural all-day event Sunday in Bloomington. After Skate N Place closed in 2023, the closest permanent rink is nearly an hour away.