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Friday, November 1st, 2024
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Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Over the Rainbow, a newly established social group for LGBTQ+ youth in McLean County, offers a safe space for queer teens to connect and engage in activities, with plans to expand outreach. WGLT
- ➤ Normal's police department is revising a proposed zero-tolerance policy on large outdoor parties to address public concerns and balance safety with community preferences. WGLT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ State Senator Sally Turner hosted 30 high school students for a Youth Advisory Council at Heartland Community College to inspire and educate them on state government and leadership. Cities 92.9
- ➤ Six Unit 5 schools in Illinois achieved the highest 'exemplary' rating on the State Report Card, showcasing significant student growth and performance above state averages. WGLT
- ➤ Books for Bloomington-Normal Kids awarded grants to various local educational bodies to distribute over 7,000 books to children in need. The Pantagraph
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ McLean County offers a self-service electronics recycling drop-off for residents on the first Saturday of each month and regular weekdays. The Pantagraph
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ In the 17th Congressional District race, Democrat Eric Sorensen and Republican Joe McGraw offer distinct strategies for tackling the federal deficit amidst a broader economic discourse. WGLT
- ➤ McLean County's Family Treatment Court receives a $750,000 grant to support families in legal crises due to substance use, aiming to prevent child separation. WJBC
SHOP NEWS
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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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Will Healy's 'Passages' Performance
Experience a captivating performance of 'Passages' by Will Healy, conducted by Tony Marinello, at Illinois State University.
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