Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of December.
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🏘️ Community
New traffic lights at two intersections on Fort Jesse Road, designed to improve safety, will be activated Monday to aid drivers in a busy area.
Bloomington-Normal, Illinois, hosts a variety of holiday events from December 13-15, 2024, including breakfast with Santa, zoo lights, a community concert, and several markets.
🎭 Culture
This weekend in December, enjoy festive activities including a pancake breakfast with Santa, a downtown boozy brunch, and the Illinois Symphony's Holiday Pops concert.
📰 Economy
Baristas at a Starbucks in Normal, Illinois, voted 17-0 to form a union, marking the 28th Starbucks in the state to organize for better job support and rights.
🎓 Education
Illinois State University plans to hold its winter commencement ceremonies on Dec.
14 with approximately 1,350 bachelor's and graduate degrees to be awarded across two sessions.
🏛️ Government
In 2024, the Town of Normal, Illinois, invested $4 million in grants toward enhancing infrastructure, public safety, and quality of life for its residents.
The McLean County Board has sanctioned a $3.2 million renovation for its nursing home using ARPA funds, focusing on efficiency upgrades and also approved funding for local wind and solar energy projects.
📰 Lifestyle
Thrifting during the holiday season is growing in popularity among all generations, highlighting its affordability and sustainability benefits.
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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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