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Thursday, March 27th, 2025

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Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of March.

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Heartland Community College will host a career and technical education information night from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 9.  The Pantagraph

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Illinois lawmakers considered Senate Bill 1618 at Tuesday’s Liquor Control Committee hearing to update craft distillery rules and allow direct shipments, which supporters say will help small producers compete (only 11 states currently permit direct shipping while Illinois does not). A separate measure, Senate Bill 2230, would let retailers store alcohol at another licensed site and is opposed by some local business owners (one owner received a fine for off-site storage).  Cities 92.9

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Exploration Day in Bloomington-Normal

    2:30-10 p.m. — Meet at Ryburn Place — Costs vary by activity — Explore historic sites and enjoy local dining in a vibrant community setting.

    Sat, 4/5/25

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  • Rivian 5K Charity Run

    10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. — Heartland Community College — Entry fee required — Participate in a fun run supporting local nonprofits with refreshments and an after party.

    Sat, 4/26/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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