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Saturday, October 12th, 2024
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Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Oakdale Elementary partners with Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority for a food drive to support 70.2% of its students who are considered low-income, with community donations accepted this Saturday. WGLT
- ➤ Normal Avenue is closed through Oct. 28 for utility installation, with city urging caution for travelers. The Pantagraph
- ➤ Miller Park Zoo is offering two fall-themed family events: Day of the Monarchs focusing on monarch conservation and Howlabaloo with games and local vendors. The Pantagraph
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Normal police successfully defused a domestic disturbance involving a juvenile suspect armed with a gun, with no injuries reported. WJBC
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Normal’s Planning Commission unanimously supports a new facility for Rivian Automotive on the west side of Rivian Motorway, addressing local concerns about drainage and light pollution with modern solutions. WJBC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Illinois State University's trustees approved the purchase of a new property to house the College of Engineering, aiming for cost savings and future growth opportunities. WGLT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Normal Planning Commission endorsed a new site plan for Rivian's expansion and addressed rezoning concerns for the Trails on Sunset Lake subdivision, highlighting both economic growth and community concerns. WGLT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The McLean County Health Department is offering COVID-19 and flu vaccines at various clinics to all age groups, following the CDC's guidelines. Central Illinois Proud
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Dana Starkey, known as the 'Voice of the Ironmen' for his role as public address announcer at Normal Community High, expands his announcing talents to Illinois State University football. WGLT
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