Wednesday, October 30th, 2024
Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ NormalBlue Team Roofing has received a permit for a $102,290 re-roofing project at 310 Greenbriar Drive in Normal, as local construction activity continues. The Pantagraph
- ➤ The Mt. Hope-Funks Grove Fire Protection District has implemented a ban on all open burning until Nov. 1 due to heightened fire risk from current weather conditions. The Pantagraph
- ➤ A historical review reveals significant community and regional events such as plans for Boy Scout funding in 1924, coal supply crises in 1949, downtown business opposition to parking elimination in 1974, and investment in university inaugural events in 1999. The Pantagraph
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Weather Service issued a red flag warning across Central Illinois, indicating a high risk of fire and recommending against outdoor burning due to critical weather conditions. Central Illinois Proud
- ➤ The Ecology Action Center in Normal offers environmentally friendly leaf management tips, including leaving them, mulching, or composting to benefit soil and pollinators. WJBC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A political scientist highlights the growing threats to U.S. officials as a significant risk to democracy during a speech at Illinois State University. WGLT
- ➤ A Delaware-based organization, funded by the Tides Foundation among others, influences Illinois elections by financing campaigns, raising transparency concerns regarding the origin of political funding. Cities 92.9
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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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Jingle Bell Run Central Illinois
Experience a festive celebration of fitness with events including a 5K Timed, 5K Untimed, 1 mile, and Virtual Jingler at the Heartland Community College.
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Dine to Donate at Portillo's for Stevenson PTO
Experience a community fundraiser at Portillo's where a portion of sales will support the Stevenson Elementary PTO by using code PORTILLOS51 when ordering online.
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Workshop on Active Reading Strategies
Learn effective strategies to enhance your reading skills and engage better with texts in this interactive workshop.
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November Open Mic Poetry at Bobzbay Books
Experience a relaxed atmosphere for sharing and enjoying poetry, including original works and favorites, in a cozy bookstore setting.
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