Good morning, Peoria.

A North Peoria McDonald's closed after a kitchen fire on Sunday night.

The deep fryer overheated — which activated the sprinkler system — prompting a safe evacuation and repair work estimated at $10,000.

Gas prices in Peoria dropped by 0.7 cents per gallon last week, averaging $2.93 on Monday.

Prices remain 7.8 cents higher than last month and 35.3 cents lower than this time last year.

Gas prices in Peoria fell 0.7 cents per gallon last week and averaged $2.93 on Monday, according to GasBuddy.

The prices remain 7.8 cents higher than a month ago but 35.3 cents lower than last year.

The southbound lane of MacArthur Highway between John Gwynn Jr. Ave. and Brotherson Street will close to traffic tomorrow for the summer during a $10 million project to create three lanes, while the northbound lane stays open (detours via Richard Pryor Place and Jefferson Ave).

The Bradley University community in Peoria is mourning basketball legend Joe Stowell, who died Saturday at age 99.

Flags will fly at half staff on campus for three days to honor his more than 70 years of service.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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!