Normal Local News – Thursday, January 16th, 2025

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Thursday, January 16th, 2025

Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

➤ Normal's trash collection on Martin Luther King Jr. Day will only include household trash, with other waste types delayed to the next week. WJBC

CRIME NEWS

➤ Corey Campbell was arrested for allegedly causing Dawson Boner's death by supplying him with cocaine in November, leading to drug-induced homicide charges. WGLT

CULTURE NEWS

➤ Bloomington-Normal showcases its vibrant culinary scene with a free cookbook from local eateries for Restaurant Week. Visit Bloomington-Normal

EDUCATION NEWS

➤ District 87 Superintendent David Mouser discusses upcoming renovations and the opening of a new career center in Fall 2025. The Pantagraph
➤ McLean County Unit 5 Superintendent Kristen Weikle outlines the district's strategic planning process to enhance educational outcomes. The Pantagraph

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ Dick Godfrey, former mayor of Normal, known for pivotal economic development and the establishment of Mitsubishi in the town, has passed away at 91. The Pantagraph

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