Wednesday, November 6th, 2024

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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of November.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Illinois State University students attend an election results watch party at Milner Library on November 5, 2024. The Pantagraph
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A visual narrative of Election Day 2024 in McLean County captures the essence of community participation from polling to political gatherings. The Pantagraph
- ➤ Democratic U.S. Rep. Eric Sorensen declared victory in his re-election bid for Illinois' 17th Congressional District against GOP challenger Joe McGraw, despite the race being officially uncalled and Sorensen leading with 53.1% of the votes with three-quarters of the ballots counted. WGLT
- ➤ McLean County voters elected to retain the county auditor position in a recent referendum, with approximately 55% voting against its elimination. The Pantagraph
- ➤ Democrats gained majority control of the McLean County Board for the first time, winning against two incumbent Republicans. WGLT
- ➤ Gov. JB Pritzker reappoints Bloomington Mayor Mboka Mwilambwe to the Illinois Workforce Innovation Board to continue enhancing the local workforce. The Pantagraph
- ➤ Incumbent state Sen. Dave Koehler defeats Sally Owens in the Illinois 46th Senate District race by 12,816 votes. The Pantagraph
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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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A Celtic Christmas - A Taste of Ireland
Experience the enchanting world of Irish culture through a spectacular performance blending music, dance, and heartwarming storytelling this holiday season.
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