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Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Nightshop, a beloved venue for musicians in Bloomington-Normal that opened in 2018 and provided a platform for indie and diverse musical acts, is closing due to an economic downturn, leaving a significant gap in the local music scene.  WGLT
  • In McLean County, domestic violence victims discuss their journey navigating legal avenues and advocating for their safety amid challenges.  WGLT
  • Lifelong Access receives a $21.7 million grant for the transformation of the former Pantagraph building into a center offering various support services.  The Pantagraph
  • Deborah Cole from the Salvation Army discusses their cooperation with Toys for Tots to help distribute toys to children.  The Pantagraph
  • The Salvation Army and U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots program distributed food and gifts to families at YouthBuild McLean County.  The Pantagraph

CRIME NEWS

  • Donte A. Wills is being detained for trafficking large amounts of cannabis from California to Illinois and faces eight felonies.  The Pantagraph

EDUCATION NEWS

  • State Farm donates $3 million to Illinois State University for a new data science program, enhancing faculty recruitment and offering student scholarships.  WGLT
  • McLean County Unit 5 Board of Education approves a $163 million property tax levy for 2024, a 9.2% increase over 2023, to support district education funds and capital projects.  The Pantagraph
  • McLean County's largest school districts propose a 1% sales tax to fund repairs and safety, potentially easing property taxes.  The Pantagraph

HEALTH NEWS

  • Lori Ritter, RN, from Carle Bromenn emphasizes the need for caution during holiday celebrations to prevent injuries.  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

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