Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of August.
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🏘️ Community
Westbound lane on College Avenue in Normal, Ill. closed for sanitary sewer construction until Oct 4, 2024, with detours in place.
🚨 Crime
McLean County police chiefs and the sheriff discuss improving hiring and training protocols to address mental health awareness and prevent unsuitable officers from being employed, following the controversial shooting of Sonya Massey.
A Staten Island man faces serious cannabis trafficking charges in Illinois, including a Class X felony that could result in 12 to 60 years in prison, following his arrest for transporting over 5,000 grams of cannabis.
🎓 Education
Bent Elementary School in Bloomington, Illinois, is celebrating its 100th anniversary with community events including a birthday bash and Centennial Proclamation, emphasizing its history and role as a bilingual school.
Area high school marching band students in Central Illinois are tirelessly preparing for the upcoming season with elaborate performances, despite challenges such as adapting to a post-COVID-19 lack of early band experience for freshmen.
🏛️ Government
McLean County finance officials remind property owners that the second installment of real estate taxes is due by Tuesday, Sept.
3, with late payments incurring a 1.5% interest penalty.
🎉 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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