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Tuesday, November 19th, 2024
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Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Miller Park Zoo will close early on Nov. 20 to honor its staff following a successful accreditation process by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. The Pantagraph
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Seven candidates, including three incumbents, are vying for four open seats on the Tri-Valley school district board in the upcoming April 1 election, reflecting a competitive race. WGLT
- ➤ Heartland Community College plans a public hearing on Dec. 17 for a proposed $37.6 million tax levy, reflecting a 10.49% property value increase in its district. WGLT
- ➤ Jeffrey Flessner, a long-serving trustee at Heartland Community College, resigns to spend more time with his family, effective Dec. 1. The Pantagraph
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Normal Town Council aims for a $14.9M property tax levy for 2024, up 4.9% from 2023, likely resulting in higher bills for residents despite a predicted drop in the tax rate due to rising assessed property values. The Pantagraph
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ McLean County plans to conduct several focused mini behavioral health forums in 2025, shifting from its traditional large annual forum to more targeted events. WGLT
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A variety of McLean County restaurants and organizations will be open on Thanksgiving Day, offering special meals and options for those seeking dining out or take-out. The Pantagraph
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Girls Intercity Basketball Tournament in Bloomington-Normal will, for the first time, join the boys tournament at Illinois Wesleyan's Shirk Center, marking a significant step for gender equity in sports. WGLT
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Overcoming Test Anxiety Workshop
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Festival of Trees
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Festival of Trees - A Holiday Celebration for Children
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Creative Family Paint Night: Cute Christmas Duo
Experience an evening of artistic fun and creativity at the Family Paint Party, where participants can create a beautiful painting guided by an experienced instructor while enjoying delicious pizza.
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City of Bloomington Thanksgiving Turkey Trot
Celebrate Thanksgiving Day with a community tradition featuring a fun run, prizes, and special giveaways in historic Miller Park.
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PLAYTime: Toddler Open Gym
Experience a fun-filled open gym session designed exclusively for toddlers to play, socialize, and burn off energy in a safe environment.
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Home for the Holidays Trivia Night Fundraiser
Experience a fun trivia night filled with raffles and prizes while supporting a local shelter's end-of-year fundraising efforts.
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Glass Holiday Sale - Unique Gift Fair
Explore an array of handmade glass gifts and support the Glass Program at this cash-only holiday sale.
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The Nutcracker Performance at Braden Auditorium
Experience a classic holiday ballet with a live performance of The Nutcracker at Braden Auditorium.
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