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Friday, December 6th, 2024
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kiowna Towns, the new director of residential services at Salvation Army Safe Harbor, aims to address the critical challenge of keeping the unhoused population warm during the winter. WGLT
- ➤ Fifty years ago, a woman discovered a newborn baby in a cardboard box in the Eastland Mall parking lot, highlighting historical events from the community's past. The Pantagraph
- ➤ Miller Park Zoo launches its Wild Lights holiday event with over 50,000 lights and activities, offering a festive experience including animal sightings, crafts, and treats on Fridays and Saturdays until Dec. 14. WGLT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 68-year-old man in Bloomington was ordered to be detained pending trial on charges related to heroin and cocaine possession after being found disoriented in his vehicle. The Pantagraph
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The new documentary on WTVP delves into McLean County's history from prehistoric times to 1900, examining its agricultural, rail transportation, and educational developments. WGLT
- ➤ The McLean County Museum of History acquired a $550,000 grant to digitize part of its extensive film collection, spanning decades of Midwestern history. Central Illinois Proud
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Bloomington-Normal Airport Authority will not expand its property tax levy to all of McLean County until 2025, delaying hoped-for financial shifts for residents. WGLT
SHOP NEWS
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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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