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Tuesday, December 17th, 2024

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Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Virginia Avenue and Constitution Trail in Normal, Ill. will be closed on December 17 for bridge maintenance, with expected reopening by end of day.  City of Normal

ECONOMY NEWS

  • The Normal Town Council unanimously approved a redevelopment plan for the Shoppes at College Hills, aiming to boost economic growth by transforming a former restaurant site into a multi-tenant building with drive-thru.  Central Illinois Proud

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Bloomington and Unit 5 school boards will vote on a proposal to ask voters for a 1% sales tax increase to fund school infrastructure improvements.  WGLT
  • Heartland Community College collaborates with CreatiVets to provide a free art class for student veterans in Spring 2025.  The Pantagraph

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Illinois Department of Labor is investigating Marriott Hotel in Uptown Normal following allegations by Local 362 union of underpayment and unsafe working conditions during renovations.  25 News Now
  • Normal activates new traffic lights at two intersections to enhance safety and address driver complaints, as part of a $2.1 million improvement project.  25 News Now

HEALTH NEWS

  • McLean County officials emphasize the importance of vaccinations against COVID-19 and the flu to increase immunity and protect vulnerable populations during the holiday season.  25 News Now

SPORTS NEWS

  • Coach Sid Edwards discusses how Kingdom City Boxing-Fitness trains boxers across all age groups.  The Pantagraph

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Saturday Morning Fellowship and Speaker Session at Cedar Lake

    A community gathering featuring breakfast and a speaker meeting for members of the AA Community.

    Sat, 12/28/24

    View event

REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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