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Wednesday, November 6th, 2024

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Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The McLean County Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual nonprofit showcase to connect community members with local nonprofits on Wednesday.  The Pantagraph

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Illinois State University students participated in an election watch party, engaging in educational activities and expressing their hopes and concerns for the election's outcome.  The Pantagraph

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The McLean County Board is set to have a Democratic majority with a 12-8 split, introducing six new members and seeing two incumbents leave after the latest elections.  The Pantagraph
  • McLean County voters decided to keep the Auditor’s Office as an elected position, rejecting a ballot proposition that suggested its elimination could save money.  WJBC
  • Central Illinois sees high voter participation with first-time voters emphasizing the significance of their votes in the context of reproductive rights and civil rights, amidst steady but manageable Election Day rainfall.  The Pantagraph
  • Republican incumbent Dennis Tipsword was re-elected to the Illinois House of Representatives District 105, defeating Democratic challenger Morgan Phillips.  The Pantagraph
  • Kamala Harris won McLean County with 50.9% of the vote in a closely watched race, outpacing Donald Trump and marking a notable shift in an area historically seen as a Republican stronghold.  WGLT
  • The Normal Town Council unanimously passed a temporary freeze on new residential short-term rentals to address housing stock use and neighborhood complaints.  WGLT

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Procrastination Domination Workshop

    Learn strategies to prioritize, motivate yourself, and overcome procrastination habits in this engaging workshop.

    Thu, 11/7/24

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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.

    Sun, 11/10/24

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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.

    Wed, 11/13/24

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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.

    Thu, 11/14/24

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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.

    Sat, 11/16/24

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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.

    Sun, 11/17/24

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  • Overcoming Test Anxiety Workshop

    Learn strategies to manage test anxiety and enhance performance in exams through an interactive workshop tailored for students.

    Mon, 11/18/24

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  • Procrastination Domination Workshop

    Learn effective time management strategies and create a personalized schedule to boost productivity.

    Tue, 11/19/24

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  • Time Management Workshop: Achieve Your Goals Effectively

    Learn how to create a personalized schedule, overcome time management challenges, and set SMART goals in this interactive online workshop.

    Wed, 11/20/24

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  • Overcoming Test Anxiety Workshop

    Learn effective strategies to manage and overcome test anxiety in this interactive online workshop designed for students.

    Thu, 11/21/24

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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