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Wednesday, November 27th, 2024
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The McLean County Museum of History in Bloomington to celebrate the return of the iconic Livingston’s Santa statue with an event featuring music and biodegradable confetti, reflecting strong community support for its restoration. WJBC
- ➤ Goodfield's Busy Corner restaurant, impacted by a November fire, brings back its signature pies for Thanksgiving through community support, despite not fully reopening until mid-January. WGLT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Bloomington man was sentenced to 62 years in prison for armed robbery and causing severe injury during the crime. The Pantagraph
- ➤ A Bloomington man received a 180-day jail sentence and 24 months probation after pleading guilty to felony charges of aggravated battery of a peace officer and burglary. The Pantagraph
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Pour Bros. Craft Taproom in Bloomington introduced 'Pourcade', a unique blend of bar and arcade offering both retro and modern games, being the first of its kind in the area since 2022. WGLT
- ➤ Ahead of Thanksgiving, Illinois airports see increased traffic while officials emphasize safety and offer travel advice, including a reminder not to wrap gifts before flying due to TSA regulations. Central Illinois Proud
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Bloomington Bison hockey team announces a $50,000 donation to local youth hockey organizations during an upcoming game. Cities 92.9
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46th Annual City of Bloomington Turkey Trot
Experience a beloved local tradition during Thanksgiving Day with a fun run and walk at historic Miller Park, attracting around 2,000 participants.
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Home for the Holidays Trivia Night Fundraiser
Experience a fun-filled trivia night featuring raffles and prizes, all while supporting a local shelter's year-end fundraising efforts.
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Night Ranger Live Concert with Contemporary Youth Orchestra
Experience a unique live performance by rock legends Night Ranger, featuring a special collaboration with the Contemporary Youth Orchestra for an unforgettable musical journey through their classic hits.
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Let's Do Lunch Networking Event - December 2024
Experience a relaxed networking opportunity with local businesspeople over a delicious lunch at the DoubleTree Hotel, featuring a variety of meal options and facilitated discussions.
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Ugliest Sweater Fun Run
Experience a festive community event with a choice of a 3-mile or 1.5-mile run, featuring selfie stations and prizes for the ugliest sweaters in Bloomington.
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Pantagraph Holiday Spectacular
Experience the joy and heart of Christmas through beloved holiday songs and local storytelling at this beloved Central Illinois tradition.
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Steven Curtis Chapman: Acoustic Christmas Concert
Renowned Christian music artist Steven Curtis Chapman, celebrated for his numerous awards and impactful career, will perform an Acoustic Christmas concert featuring his latest music.
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Toledo Walleye vs. Bloomington Bison
The Bloomington Bison face off against the Toledo Walleye in an exciting hockey match at Grossinger Motors Arena.
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December Software Developers Happy Hour
A networking event for local software developers and tech enthusiasts of all skill levels to discuss emerging technologies.
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Iowa Heartlanders vs Bloomington Bison
The Bloomington Bison face off against the Iowa Heartlanders at Grossinger Motors Arena.
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