Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of January.
Good morning, Normal.
🏘️ Community
The Eastern Illinois Food Bank will distribute food in McLean and DeWitt counties in February, with stops in Farmer City, Normal, and other locations, aiming to help individuals and families facing food insecurity.
The Illinois Prairie Community Foundation will start accepting applications in February to distribute approximately $227,000 in grants for education, health, wellness, youth, arts, and Jewish-themed programs in specific Illinois counties.
🎓 Education
Country Financial's scholarship program for high school sophomores and juniors in Bloomington and surrounding areas covers tuition, fees, a laptop, and textbooks for college courses at Heartland Community College, with an application deadline of Feb.
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Heartland Community College introduces a new microcertificate program aimed at training students for jobs in electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, enhancing skills in maintenance, installation, and repair of charging stations.
🏛️ Government
The Town of Normal plans a $211 million budget for 2025-26, a 5% reduction due to decreased revenue but remains optimistic, utilizing budget cuts and reserves without panic.
🎉 Normal Events
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Paint Nite: Sparkle Daisy at BloNo Pizza Co.
Participants will engage in a guided painting session led by a professional artist, while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of BloNo Pizza Co.
Pet Supplies Plus Adoption Event
An adoption event at Pet Supplies Plus where attendees can meet adoptable pets and learn about the shelter's offerings.
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