Monday, November 11th, 2024

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Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Robert Hall, a pilot from Normal, documented his experiences of being shot down, captured, and enduring life in a WWII POW camp. The Pantagraph
- ➤ During a special Military Appreciation Night, the Bloomington Bison honored veterans and witnessed the enlistment oath of six new military recruits, demonstrating strong community support and patriotism. The Pantagraph
- ➤ Over 1,200 Ameren Illinois customers in Tazewell and McLean Counties are experiencing power outages, with ongoing investigations into the cause and restoration time. 25 News Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Norm Eash, the winningest head football coach in Illinois Wesleyan University history, announces his retirement after 38 successful seasons. WGLT
- ➤ Heartland Community College's Nora Brady wins the NJCAA Division II National Championship in Cross Country 5K with a time of 17:34.60. Cities 92.9
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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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Overcoming Test Anxiety Workshop
Learn strategies to manage test anxiety and enhance performance in exams through an interactive workshop tailored for students.
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Procrastination Domination Workshop
Learn effective time management strategies and create a personalized schedule to boost productivity.
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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.
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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.
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Festival of Trees
Experience the enchanting atmosphere of the Festival of Trees featuring festive displays, holiday crafts for children, and live entertainment to celebrate the holiday season.
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Festival of Trees - A Holiday Celebration for Children
Experience central Illinois' premier holiday extravaganza featuring a stunning display of festive trees to support local children.
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