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Saturday, December 14th, 2024
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A century ago, approximately 150 underprivileged children in Bloomington were treated to a holiday feast, a tradition initiated by John Geltmacher. The Pantagraph
- ➤ The Salvation Army in Bloomington is targeting $1.5 million in donations during their Red Kettle Campaign at Walmart on West Market Street this Saturday. The Pantagraph
- ➤ Bloomington City Council unanimously reinstates a housing eviction relief program to assist residents struggling with rent and utility payments, with $150,000 allocated for aid. 25 News Now
- ➤ Sgt. Kiel Nowers describes the annual 'Shop with a Cop' event held at Walmart Supercenter by the Bloomington Police Department. The Pantagraph
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Normal, Illinois man was sentenced to 60 days in jail and 30 months probation after pleading guilty to unlawful delivery of a controlled substance in McLean County. The Pantagraph
- ➤ An appellate court ruled that a former State Farm employee's lawsuit accusing the company of creating a hostile work environment and retaliation can proceed, reversing a prior dismissal. The Pantagraph
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Bloomington Center for Performing Arts achieved its highest attendance in November with 11,481 patrons, benefiting the local economy by attracting visitors from various regions. WJBC
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ In the first three quarters of the year, new home sales in Bloomington-Normal increased by nearly 16%, while the sales of pre-existing homes remained nearly unchanged, amid national trends of high interest rates and increasing home prices. WGLT
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Owner Siva Busa discusses the unique offerings and perks of Wok to Bowl in Bloomington, emphasizing the restaurant's commitment to providing a distinctive dining experience. The Pantagraph
- ➤ Kobe Revolving Sushi Bar introduces a unique dining experience to Bloomington-Normal with its two-level conveyor belt delivering Japanese cuisine directly to customers. WGLT
SHOP NEWS
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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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Halestorm's Lzzy & Joe: The Living Room Sessions
Lzzy Hale and Joe Hottinger of the GRAMMY-winning band Halestorm perform an acoustic tour featuring stories and renditions of their favorite songs.
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