Bloomington, IL – Residents in the Bloomington area may notice military personnel this weekend as the Illinois National Guard conducts a scheduled training exercise on Saturday, November 1 in West Bloomington, according to the Illinois State University Police Department.
The event is a routine physical training exercise and will include a full-uniform ruck walk, police said. Officials emphasized that the activity will not occur near the Illinois State University campus.
According to the ISU Police Department, the notice is being shared early to reduce public concern about the presence of National Guard members in uniform or military vehicles in the area.
“We appreciate the active communication among our community partners,” the department said in a statement. “Do your part: help build a trustworthy, informed community by verifying information before posting or passing along.”
Authorities remind residents that ISU Police are available 24/7 for any questions or assistance.
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