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Saturday, November 2nd, 2024
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Bloomington's first city-owned, covered parking garage, accommodating 600 cars, opened 50 years ago with a parking fee starting at 25 cents. The Pantagraph
- ➤ Illinois opens applications for a financial assistance program to help low-income families with utility bills, offering various discounts and benefits through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program and other new initiatives. The Pantagraph
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 22-year-old driver in Bloomington was cited for DUI after crashing into a utility pole and a sign on Halloween night, causing structural damage but no significant injuries. The Pantagraph
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In Bloomington, Illinois, Tomeka Love expressed frustration over delays in the court case of Tomiyale Anderson, accused of murdering her son Kanye Stowers at a party in April 2022, as the case sees its sixth hearing without progress. Central Illinois Proud
- ➤ A man in Bloomington faces 14 charges, including multiple burglaries and firearm possession, after allegedly stealing from cars and possessing a stolen firearm. The Pantagraph
- ➤ A Bloomington man was sentenced to seven days in jail and 30 months probation for failing to report a change of address under the Illinois Sex Offender Registration Act. The Pantagraph
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Prairie Central Community Unit School District 8 proposes a $45 million bond issuance to voters for $70 million in facility updates, including consolidating three elementary schools. The Pantagraph
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Michael Hernbrott, the manager of the Bloomington Ice Center, was inducted into the Illinois Hockey Hall of Fame for his substantial contributions to youth hockey and the community. WJBC
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Ben Folds - Paper Airplane Request Tour
Experience an evening with Emmy-nominated musician Ben Folds, renowned for his genre-bending music and commitment to arts education, as he performs live at the Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts.
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Nashville Songwriters Concert Featuring Kent Blazy and Leslie Satcher
Experience an evening of storytelling and songwriting with renowned Nashville artists Kent Blazy and Leslie Satcher at the Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts.
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7th Annual Jingle Jamboree Craft and Vendor Show
Experience a festive gathering featuring almost 50 local vendors showcasing their crafts at the annual Jingle Jamboree.
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Experience the Unique Sounds of Postmodern Jukebox: The '10' Tour
Celebrate a decade of musical innovation with Postmodern Jukebox as they bring classic renditions of modern hits to life in a grand concert experience.
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Tamales Made Easy: A Culinary Workshop
Learn how to make delicious tamales in a fun and interactive workshop at Green Top Grocery.
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Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through 'The Change'
Experience a hilarious and heartfelt journey about menopause and friendship, featuring parodied greatest hits from the 70s, 80s, and 90s.
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Toast - The Ultimate Bread Experience Concert
Experience a live tribute to the iconic 70s band Bread, featuring faithful recreations of their hits and solo works by David Gates and James Griffin.
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Fresh Grounded Faith Women's Conference
Experience inspirational talks from renowned speakers at a women's conference designed to deepen faith and foster community.
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Craig Ferguson: Pants On Fire Tour
Experience the comedic brilliance of former late-night talk show host Craig Ferguson during his Pants On Fire tour at the Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts.
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Iowa Heartlanders vs. Bloomington Bison
Experience the excitement of a live hockey match as the Bloomington Bison compete against the Iowa Heartlanders at the Grossinger Motors Arena.
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