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Peoria
Tuesday, January 28th, 2025
Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of January.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A Peoria business, Gone Social, has shut down less than a year after relocating to the Landmark Center. WMBD
- ➤ Precision Planting in Tremont hosted its annual Winter Conference, showcasing new agricultural technologies aimed at increasing efficiency and reducing costs for farmers through automation and AI. WCBU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The IT Workforce Accelerator Program, a collaboration among Illinois Central College, Bradley University, Eureka College, and Peoria-area employers, received a second federal grant of $4.8 million to continue addressing the IT skill gap in the region. WCBU
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The 51st Steamboat Classic in Peoria will host the USA Track and Field 4 Mile Open Road Race National Championship, featuring the country's top runners, alongside a race rebrand and a new pay-what-you-can registration option. WCBU
- ➤ Bradley basketball continues its strong season with a 18-3 record, leading the Missouri Valley Conference and making a strong case for the NCAA Tournament with prospects in various bracketology projections. Pekin Daily Times
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Art Exhibition: 'Art Rescues Animals'
The Contemporary Art Center hosts an exhibition featuring artwork that highlights the love for animals, with proceeds benefiting the Peoria Humane Society.
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Paint Your Pet: Acrylic on Canvas Workshop
Participants will paint a personalized portrait of their pet with guidance from talented artists at this fun and creative workshop.
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Art Exhibition: 'Art Rescues Animals' at Contemporary Art Center
This exhibition features art that celebrates the bond between humans and animals, with a portion of sales benefitting the Peoria Humane Society.
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Illinois Music Educators Association Conference - All-State Concert
The IMEC All-State Concert at the Peoria Civic Center features performances from talented musicians, starting with an Honors Concert and followed by additional performances throughout the afternoon.
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Sgraffito Carving Workshop at The Clay Den
Participants can create unique ceramic dishes using the sgraffito technique, with options for size and color, in a hands-on class designed for all skill levels.
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On-Site Tour of Apostolic Christian Skylines
An informative on-site tour focusing on safety and quality living for seniors at Apostolic Christian Skylines in Peoria, Illinois.
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Marbled Wheel Throwing Workshop
Participants will learn the art of wheel throwing and create unique marbled clay pieces in this beginner-friendly workshop.
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Esseks Live at Kenny's Westside Pub
Esseks, known for his genre-blending dance music and artistic contributions, will perform live, showcasing his innovative sounds and latest tracks.
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Clay Together, Stay Together: Romantic Wheel-Throwing Class for Couples
This romantic wheel-throwing class offers couples the chance to create pottery together in a candlelit setting with guided instruction, drinks, and a keepsake piece.
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Crushed Glass Art Workshop: Create Your Winter Decor
Participants will make a canvas or wood board decorated with crushed glass and resin in this creative winter workshop.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
You cannot find yourself by going into the past. You can find yourself by coming into the present.
~ Eckhart Tolle
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