Join us on Sunday, September 11th at the Switchyard Park Pavilion for the 2022 Walk to End Alzheimer's - Bloomington, the world's largest fundraiser for Alzheimer's care, support and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease. While there is no fee to register for Walk, all participants are encouraged to raise critical funds that allow the Alzheimer’s Association to provide 24/7 care and support and advance research toward methods of prevention, treatment and, ultimately, a cure. For more information or to register today, visit http://act.alz.org/bloomington ​

City of Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton encourages all community members to nominate outstanding volunteers for the Be More Awards, the community volunteer awards presented by the City of Bloomington Volunteer Network, a program of the City of Bloomington Community and Family Resources Department. Nominations are being accepted now through Monday, March 21 at bloomingtonvolunteernetwork.org/bemore. 
 
"Bloomington thrives because so many talented, caring and energetic folks give freely of their time and resources," said Hamilton. "Whether volunteering at our social service agencies, cultural organizations, neighborhood associations, or City boards and commissions, the people who show up and get involved are essential to keeping our community strong."
 
Nominations may be submitted by members of the general public, community organizations, or businesses. Awards are made in five categories, including Lifetime of Service (honoring an individual over age 60), Community Impact (honoring an individual or group), Youth (honoring a volunteer under the age of 21), Engagement Professionals (honoring a volunteer program within an organization), and Community Collaboration (excellence in community collaboration).  ​

​Century 21 Real Estate LLC recently recognized the following local sales affiliates with the CENTURY 21 2020 Quality Service Pinnacle Producer Award. The annual award is based on results from the CENTURY 21 Quality Service Survey (QSS) which is e-mailed to consumers immediately after the purchase or sale of a home. To earn the CENTURY 21 Quality Service Pinnacle Producer Award, an agent must receive completed customer surveys for at least 80 percent of their transactions surveyed from January 1 - December 31, with an average survey score of at least 95 percent or better for two consecutive years.

* Jeremy Tredway of CENTURY 21 Scheetz, located at 1155 South College Mall Road Suite C in Bloomington

* Margie Eberle-Polley of CENTURY 21 Scheetz, located at 1155 South College Mall Road Suite C in Bloomington

* Brooke Hoffa of CENTURY 21 Scheetz, located at 1155 South College Mall Road Suite C in Bloomington

* Megan Dohman of CENTURY 21 Scheetz, located at 1155 South College Mall Road Suite C in Bloomington

* Dawn Evans of CENTURY 21 Scheetz, located at 1155 South College Mall Road Suite C in Bloomington

"The Quality Service Pinnacle Producer Award is an integral part of our brand's commitment to excellence and recognizes dedication to making each and every client interaction a positive one," said Michael Miedler, president and CEO, Century 21 Real Estate. "The power of the CENTURY 21 brand rests on the shoulders of the relentless sales who always elevate and give 121% to their clients throughout the entire client relationship. So as we celebrate their accomplishments we understand that delivering extraordinary experiences is what homebuyers, sellers and property investors deserve, and they should be demanding from their real estate company and agent of choice."

Each recipient will receive a customized glass trophy, in addition to being recognized at the CENTURY 21 Global Conference.

Tracy Hutton, broker/owner of CENTURY 21 Scheetz is pleased to announce that in recognition of its outstanding sales production and commitment to quality service, Century 21 Real Estate LLC recently honored CENTURY 21 Scheetz with the 2021 CENTURY 21® President's Award. The annual award is bestowed upon those independent CENTURY 21® offices that earn the CENTURY 21 CENTURION® award and the CENTURY 21 Quality Service Pinnacle award in the same calendar year.

The CENTURION Award is presented to CENTURY 21 offices that achieve or surpass sales production of $2,572,000 or 437 closed transaction sides within a calendar year.

The CENTURY 21 Quality Service Pinnacle Award is presented to those independent offices that receive satisfaction surveys for at least 80 percent of their consumers surveyed from January 1 -- December 31, with a survey score of 95 percent or better for two consecutive years.

"The power of the CENTURY 21 brand rests on the shoulders of the relentless sales professionals at CENTURY 21 Scheetz who always elevate and give 121% to their clients throughout the entire client relationship," said Michael Miedler, president and CEO, Century 21 Real Estate. "So as we celebrate their accomplishments we understand that delivering extraordinary experiences is what homebuyers, sellers and property investors deserve, and they should be demanding from their real estate company and agent of choice."

The City of Bloomington invites the community to attend the 18th Annual Black History Month Gala, which will take place on Saturday, February 26, beginning at 6 p.m. The ticketed, public event will be held over Zoom video conferencing, with e-ticket reservations available in advance through the Buskirk-Chumley Theater, online at bctboxoffice.org, or by phone at 812-323-3020.  
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The gala offers an opportunity to acknowledge, honor, and celebrate the accomplishments of African Americans who have devoted their time, talents, and resources to make a difference in the Bloomington community and beyond. The theme for the 2021 Black History Month celebration is "Black Health and Wellness," honoring the legacy of Black contributors, scholars, and medical practitioners in Western medicine. Community members can look forward to a two-part culminating event.