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Friday, September 20th, 2024
Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Uptown Normal to close several streets for the Day of Play and Medici Oktoberfest events on Sept. 21, offering educational activities and family-friendly festivities. City of Normal
- ➤ The Pantagraph provided updates including a Ford County teacher's arrest for child abuse material, Bloomington's $400 million water infrastructure plan, Rivian's expansion, and a new ISU basketball commitment. The Pantagraph
- ➤ McLean and Woodford County Master Gardeners were honored with state awards at the Illinois Master Gardener Conference for their exceptional contributions and excellence. The Pantagraph
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 15th annual Festival of Joy in Bloomington-Normal will showcase Indian culture, cuisine, and spirituality with activities like dance, music, and a free communal meal on Sept. 22. WGLT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Illinois Wesleyan University's partnership with Destihl Brewery introduces 'IWU Brew,' a custom beer celebrating Titan pride, with proceeds supporting The Wesleyan Fund. The Pantagraph
- ➤ The McLean County Unit 5 School Board approved a balanced 2024-2025 educational budget for the first time in years, including plans for $50 million in repairs to district facilities. WJBC
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The BN-CARE initiative introduces new air quality sensors in Bloomington-Normal to better monitor and address pollution in high-risk communities. WGLT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Republican challenger Joe McGraw launches his first TV ad targeting crime in the Illinois' 17th Congressional District race against Democrat Eric Sorensen. The Pantagraph
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Day of Play in Uptown Normal
Experience a vibrant community gathering as Uptown Normal becomes a massive playground with over 60 free play activities offered by local organizations and businesses.
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Effective Note Taking Workshop
Learn strategies for effective note taking and textbook reading to enhance your academic skills.
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Overcoming Test Anxiety Workshop
Learn practical strategies to manage and overcome test anxiety in this interactive workshop designed for students.
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Study Skills and Test Taking Workshop
Learn effective strategies for creating study tools and improving test performance in this interactive workshop.
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Effective Time Management Workshop (Online)
Learn effective time management strategies to create a personalized schedule and set SMART goals in this online workshop.
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Iron Spirit Pro Wrestling at Connie Link Amphitheatre
Experience thrilling professional wrestling action at the family-friendly Iron Spirit Pro event, featuring lawn seating and a variety of matches.
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Homecoming 2024 Hybrid 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run
Experience a vibrant community spirit at the annual Homecoming 2024 event featuring a hybrid 5K and 1-mile fun run held at the Student Fitness Center.
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BCA Homecoming 2024: Scholarship Brunch
Celebrate the achievements of current scholarship recipients and connect with alumni over a delightful brunch experience.
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Paint Nite: Gourd-geous – Unleash Your Inner Artist
Experience a creative evening where you can paint your own masterpiece while enjoying food and drinks at BloNo Pizza Co.
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Strategies for Effective Reading Workshop
Learn practical strategies to enhance your reading skills and engage actively with the material in this interactive online workshop.
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