Thursday, November 28th, 2024

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Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington-Normal residents embrace the spirit of 'Friendsgiving', creating a sense of family and community among friends and newcomers during the holiday season. The Pantagraph
- ➤ Central Illinois leaders express gratitude for their communities, teamwork, and progress as Thanksgiving approaches. The Pantagraph
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ LeRoy man faces charges for alleged false terrorist threat against Walmart but is released with conditions. The Pantagraph
- ➤ A 20-year-old man was arrested by the Normal Police Department for a shooting on Sandra Lane that left one person with non-life-threatening injuries. Cities 92.9
- ➤ In Bloomington, Torrey J. Schroeder faces multiple charges including aggravated domestic battery for allegedly assaulting a woman. The Pantagraph
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ About 131.7 million U.S. shoppers are anticipated to participate in Black Friday shopping, continuing both the tradition of seeking deals and enjoying family experiences. The Pantagraph
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ An Illinois State University professor and two graduate students were chosen for a prestigious undergraduate research program to promote research advocacy and communication. The Pantagraph
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Bloomington Bison secured a 3-1 victory over the Iowa Heartlanders, highlighting strong power play and penalty kill performances. Cities 92.9
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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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Pajamas and Pancakes with Santa
Enjoy a festive breakfast buffet with Santa, complete with pancakes, a hot cocoa bar, and a toy drive at the Bloomington-Normal Marriott.
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Saturday Morning Fellowship and Speaker Session at Cedar Lake
A community gathering featuring breakfast and a speaker meeting for members of the AA Community.
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