Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of August.
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🏘️ Community
In Normal, IL, only household waste and recycling will be collected on Labor Day, with a pause on other services and office closures.
🚨 Crime
A 21-year-old from Normal was sentenced to 8 years for meth possession with intent to deliver in McLean County.
Dominique Stevenson, a Bloomington musician, was sentenced to 10 days in jail and two years probation for a DUI crash in DeWitt County, severely injuring a woman.
A 17-year-old from Bloomington is charged as an adult with multiple felonies, including aggravated battery, for a shooting that occurred in McLean County on Aug.
16.
A Pontiac man receives a seven-year prison sentence after being caught sending explicit messages to a decoy account pretending to be a 14-year-old girl.
🎓 Education
Illinois State University initiated an Educator Signing Day to celebrate and commit freshman education majors amidst a critical teaching shortage.
🎉 Normal Events
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Around the World in 80 Years: A Gala Celebration
Celebrate 80 years of the Bloomington-Normal Symphony with an evening of global experiences and entertainment.
Baby Rock & Play at the Community Activity Center
Experience a delightful session with stories, songs, and bubbles designed to boost infants' development, followed by playtime with peers.
Paper Crafting Club at Heartland Bank
Experience a creative environment at Heartland Bank where paper crafters can work on various projects using available tools.
NPL Tiny Book Concerts Featuring Jackson Baker Trio
Experience live jazz by Illinois Wesleyan students at the Tiny Book Concerts, a community-focused music event showcasing local talent.
Future of Workplace Safety: Exploring AI Innovations
Learn about the impactful role of AI and technology in enhancing workplace safety through expert insights from Voxel's Sales Director, Matt Hoge.
St. Jude Walk/Run - Bloomington-Normal
Experience a family-friendly event that brings communities together in a mission to support children battling cancer through fun runs and fundraising.
Fiala Brothers: Dine to Donate and Adoption Event
Experience a delightful afternoon with tasty food while meeting adoptable dogs, as a portion of the food sales will be donated to Wish Bone.
Family Paint Night with Rachel Reyes
Experience an evening of creativity and fun as you create your own painting masterpiece alongside delicious pizza at BloNo Pizza Co.
Active Reading Strategies Workshop
Learn effective strategies to engage actively with reading materials and improve comprehension during this interactive workshop.
Transdisciplinary Play-Based Assessment Level 2 Workshop
Learn effective family-focused assessment and intervention techniques through play-based methods at this professional development workshop.
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