Daily
Peoria
Monday, February 16th, 2026
Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Brad Ruehrdanz—former senior director at the Bloomington-Normal YMCA—will lead Greater Peoria Family YMCA as its new CEO on April 1, replacing Andy Thorton. He said he looks forward to working with the board, staff, and community partners to build on the Y’s strong foundation. Peoria Journal Star
- ➤ Joe Stowell, a beloved Bradley coach, mentor and broadcaster for over 70 years, died at 99 as Bradley President James Shadid announced that campus flags will fly at half-staff for three days; funeral arrangements are pending. 25 News Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bradley University mourned the loss of coach and player Joe Stowell, who died at 99. His career spanned decades and led the Braves to historic victories, leaving a lasting impact on local basketball. WMBD
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Spiral Olive Dish Clay Hand Building Class
4:00 – 5:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — Materials included — Create a unique spiral olive dish while learning hand-building techniques in this beginner-friendly class.
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Romantasy: A Book Lovers Art Night
6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $10 — Immerse yourself in a cozy evening of creativity with bookish art projects and delightful treats.
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Doodle Love Canvas Class
6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — All supplies included — Unleash your creativity with a whimsical Valentine’s painting of a pup in a bow tie, perfect for all skill levels.
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Reduce, Reuse, Repurpose, Results...RECYCLE!
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Brimfield Library — Free program — Learn about the complete recycling process from an industry expert in this engaging session.
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Tissue Box Clay Hand Building Class
4:00-5:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — All materials included — Create a custom tissue box cover in this hands-on clay class for all skill levels.
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Flower Chip and Dip Dish Clay Hand Building Class
5:30-7 p.m. — The Clay Den — $ — Create your own floral-inspired chip and dip dish while learning hand-building techniques in a fun and creative environment.
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Bob Ross Wet-on-Wet Oil Painting: Mountain Waterfall
9 AM – 12 PM — Art at the Bodega — Supplies included — Unleash your inner artist with a serene landscape painting class inspired by Bob Ross.
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Gnome Clay Hand Building Class
4-5:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — $45 — Craft your festive St. Patrick’s Day gnome with guided clay hand-building fun!
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Charcuterie Board Clay Hand Building Class
5:30-7:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — All materials included — Design and craft your own unique ceramic charcuterie board in a fun, beginner-friendly class.
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Wall Planter Clay Hand Building Class
1-7 p.m. — The Clay Den — All materials included — Create a personalized wall pocket planter in this fun, beginner-friendly class!
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