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Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Beaufort Street will experience a lane reduction from 7:00 a.m., October 24, until 3:00 p.m., October 25, for pavement repairs, with officials advising caution.  City of Normal
  • Towanda Avenue will experience temporary lane reductions from October 21-24 for bridge deck sealing, with daily clearance by 3:00 p.m.  City of Normal

CRIME NEWS

  • Michael Bakana, serving a 110-year sentence for a 2021 shooting, will have a new trial for first-degree murder after an appellate court found a jury instruction error.  The Pantagraph

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Illinois State University inaugurated its new Mennonite College of Nursing Simulation Center, designed to double its nursing student intake, with an $18 million investment.  WJBC
  • Amanda Frioli of Heartland Community College has been awarded the Quality Matters Certification for her online course 'COMM 101: Introduction to Oral Communication,' highlighting the college's commitment to high-quality online education.  The Pantagraph
  • President Sheahon J. Zenger reflects on his initial four months at Illinois Wesleyan, discussing achievements and experiences.  The Pantagraph

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • David Berenbaum from HUD discussed the future of homeownership and highlighted programs to aid in homeownership, rental assistance, and homelessness reduction at the Housing Action Illinois conference.  WGLT

SPORTS NEWS

  • President Sheahon J. Zenger discusses the introduction of flag football at Illinois Wesleyan, emphasizing its benefits and appeal.  The Pantagraph

EVENTS

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  • Study Skills and Test Taking Workshop

    Learn effective strategies for creating personalized study tools to enhance test preparation and performance.

    Mon, 10/21/24

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  • Procrastination Domination Workshop

    Learn strategies to prioritize tasks, enhance motivation, and effectively overcome procrastination in this engaging workshop.

    Tue, 10/22/24

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  • Uptown Normal Treat Feast

    Experience a festive trick-or-treating event with local businesses in a safe, closed-street environment.

    Thu, 10/24/24

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  • Fellowship and Speaker Event at Cedar Lake

    Experience a morning of fellowship and inspiration with a guest speaker, starting with breakfast and followed by a meeting.

    Sat, 10/26/24

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  • Inclusive Special Needs Trick or Treating Event

    Experience a fun and inclusive trick-or-treating event with designated rooms offering safe and allergy-friendly treats tailored for children with special needs.

    Sun, 10/27/24

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  • Family Paint Night: Pumpkin Season

    Experience an evening of creativity and fun with guided painting sessions while enjoying pizza and drinks at a spacious, family-friendly venue.

    Mon, 10/28/24

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  • Overcoming Test Anxiety Workshop

    Learn effective strategies to manage and overcome test anxiety in a supportive online workshop tailored for students.

    Thu, 10/31/24

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  • Youngstown State Penguins vs. Illinois State Redbirds Football Game

    Experience a thrilling college football matchup between the Youngstown State Penguins and the Illinois State Redbirds at Hancock Stadium.

    Sat, 11/2/24

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  • IEEE Networking Event at Avanti's Italian Restaurant

    Experience an informal networking opportunity for IEEE members and guests at Avanti's Italian Restaurant, fostering connections within the Central Illinois engineering community.

    Mon, 11/4/24

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  • Effective Note Taking Workshop

    Learn strategies for taking effective notes and reading textbooks actively, while exploring various methods for organizing your notes.

    Tue, 11/5/24

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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