Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of December.
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🏘️ Community
Bloomington and Normal police departments engaged in community assistance during the holidays, including organizing Thanksgiving meals, delivering food with Home Sweet Home Ministries, supporting a Toys for Tots bowling fundraiser, and facilitating 'Shop With a Cop' events for children.
🚨 Crime
A century ago, two police officers in Normal engaged in a gunfire exchange with perpetrators of a series of armed robberies.
🏛️ Government
Bloomington Alderwoman Donna Boelen, who has served the southwest side for five years and was appointed Mayor Pro Tem in 2022, resigned from the City Council effective immediately.
🏈 Sports
The Bloomington Bison, Bloomington's newest ice hockey team affiliated with the New York Rangers, debuted in October, emphasizing community spirit, local economy boost, and family entertainment despite a vice-president's tragic loss before the season.
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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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