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David Chen

David Chen

Senior Reporter · Normal, IL

A graduate of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, David has over a decade of experience covering local businesses and economic trends. He previously worked for NPR Illinois and has a knack for translating complex economic data into relatable stories that resonate with the Bloomington community.

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Veterans honor guard folding American flag at a solemn military funeral ceremony
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'That full military tradition that we used to have is now being lost': Veteran's Day campaign reviving Central IL honor guards

In a quiet corner of Central Illinois, a group of veterans stands solemnly, their faces etched with a profound sense of duty and remembrance, as the American flag is folded precisely 13 times. Each deliberate crease, each careful tuck, represents not just a piece of fabric, but a life dedicated to...

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