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Wednesday, December 18th, 2024

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Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Normal, Illinois alters trash collection schedule for Christmas and New Year's Day, with specific adjustments for residential, bulky, and electronic recycling.  Central Illinois Proud

CRIME NEWS

  • A Chicago teenager, Donye Arrington, has been indicted on multiple charges including murder following a September shooting near Illinois State University, leading to one death and one injury.  Central Illinois Proud
  • In McLean County, a review of over 100 police reports revealed that most allegations of order of protection violations do not result in criminal charges, with some cases undercharged.  WGLT

ECONOMY NEWS

  • The Normal Town Council unanimously approved a redevelopment plan for the Shoppes at College Hills to boost economic growth by converting a former restaurant site into a multi-tenant space with a drive-thru.  WJBC

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The Normal Marching Band prepares for a memorable performance at London's New Year's Day Parade & Festival in 2025.  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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