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Wednesday, September 18th, 2024
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Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ray Ropp has dedicated 58 years to leading the Linden Lead-em 4H club in Normal, nurturing countless children and instilling valuable skills through engaging activities and community service. WGLT
- ➤ Westbound traffic on College Avenue will be rerouted for pavement repairs, with similar work on Towanda Avenue affecting lanes until Friday. The Pantagraph
- ➤ Normal, IL announces a lane reduction on Towanda Ave. from September 18 to 20 for pavement repair, urging drivers to exercise caution. City of Normal
- ➤ The Golden K Kiwanis donated $18,933 to nine charities to support over 2,400 children in the Bloomington area. The Pantagraph
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Normal Town Council approved Rivian Automotive's proposal to subdivide a 381-acre plot for future development, signaling a potential major expansion of its operations. The Pantagraph
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ McLean County Unit 5 plans to adopt a $222 million budget for fiscal year 2025, leveraging a higher tax rate and the final use of pandemic-era federal funds while transitioning to a Tier 1 school for additional state funding. The Pantagraph
- ➤ Heartland Community College's Board of Trustees approved a $44.76 million operating budget for fiscal 2025, a $5.3 million increase from the previous year, to cover higher salaries and other rising costs. The Pantagraph
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Normal, Illinois, aims to enhance its sustainability by 2050, with plans for green housing, biodiversity, clean water, and improved non-automobile transportation, reflecting a year-long community and expert consultation process. The Pantagraph
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rory Roberge, a McLean County Regional Planning Commission member and Navy veteran, announced his campaign for Normal Town Council, prioritizing mental health and affordable living. WGLT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Prairieland Punishers Roller Derby league will host its first-ever home game in Bloomington with a double header event on Saturday, benefiting Pet Central Helps. The Pantagraph
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Homecoming 2024 Hybrid 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run
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BCA Homecoming 2024: Scholarship Brunch
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