Flick Fact: Who else in Bloomington is blowing out birthday candles with America today? (You probably know them both)
Question: Everyone knows today marks the United States' 250th birthday. But what unusual coincidence involves two recent Bloomington mayors?
Answer: Both celebrate birthdays on the Fourth of July. Bloomington Mayor Dan Brady was born July 4, 1961, and turns the big 6-5 today. Meanwhile, former mayor and State Farm exec Steve Stockton (2005-13) celebrates his 79th birthday.
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This story was originally published July 5, 2026 at 2:22 PM.