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Wednesday, October 23rd, 2024
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Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Lincoln Circuit Marking Association initiated its first tour of Abraham Lincoln's trail in 1924, a tradition reflecting on significant historical spots tied to Lincoln, while 50 years ago, Parkside Junior High's new cafeteria was close to completion, enhancing students' daily life. The Pantagraph
- ➤ Toastmasters celebrates its centennial, highlighting its foundational meeting in 1905 by Illinois Wesleyan University graduate Ralph Smedley in Bloomington and its official formation in 1924 in California, emphasizing its mission to enhance public speaking and communication skills globally. WGLT
- ➤ 81% of Normal residents are satisfied with their town, scoring above the national average on quality of life and only 17% satisfied with affordable housing availability. Central Illinois Proud
- ➤ Illinois State University's Police Department's therapy dog, Sage, retires after engaging with over 70,000 people and attending 1,000 events since 2019. Central Illinois Proud
- ➤ Normal residents express high satisfaction with quality of life and town services in a recent community survey, with areas for improvement identified. The Pantagraph
- ➤ The Normal Town Council approved the site plan for a new Dave's Hot Chicken restaurant on Greenbriar Drive in Normal. The Pantagraph
- ➤ The Town of Normal will be flushing fire hydrants between late October and early November to ensure water quality by removing sediment and stagnant water. The Pantagraph
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Town of Normal postpones a decision on a new ordinance aimed at regulating large gatherings and pop-up parties after public concerns regarding its vagueness and potential for constitutional violations. WGLT
SHOP NEWS
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Uptown Normal Treat Feast
Experience a festive trick-or-treating event with local businesses in a safe, closed-street environment.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Study Skills and Test Taking Workshop
Learn effective strategies for creating personalized study tools and approaches to excel in various test formats.
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Procrastination Domination Workshop
Learn strategies to prioritize, motivate yourself, and overcome procrastination habits in this engaging workshop.
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