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Tuesday, February 18th, 2025
Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Peoria plans a $10 million Moss Avenue upgrade, including a water main replacement and pavement improvements, with a public meeting for community input. WCBU
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An unintentional fire caused $15,000 in damages to a home in East Peoria, but no injuries were reported as the resident was not home; two cats were safely returned. WMBD
- ➤ A 44-year-old man named Theodore Connor was fatally struck by a vehicle in North Peoria, leading to his death from severe injuries; the driver involved suffered non-life-threatening injuries. WMBD
- ➤ A 30-year-old Peoria man, Artiond Ivy, died from a collision on Interstate 74 after his car hit a guard rail and was subsequently struck by another vehicle. WMBD
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in the Peoria area have increased to an average of $3.28 per gallon, influenced by national trends and potential future rises linked to refinery maintenance and the switch to summer gasoline blends. WMBD
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Central Illinois is facing a significant cold snap, with the National Weather Service issuing an advisory for dangerous conditions including wind chills as low as 20 degrees below zero. WCBU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Peoria announces a call for bids for the 2025 Concrete Repairs project, with proposals due by March 11, 2025. City of Peoria
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Whisper and Shout: Open Mic for Poetry Night
An engaging open mic event featuring poets from diverse backgrounds in a welcoming atmosphere at the Contemporary Art Center of Peoria.
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Kuh Nives & AJ Schmall Live at Kenny's Westside Pub
Experience an evening of rhythmically complex grooves and psychedelic ambience with Kuh Nives, complemented by the engaging jam sessions of AJ Schmall & The Funny Business.
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Wheel Throwing Class at The Clay Den
This hands-on pottery class offers instruction for both beginners and experienced artists, allowing participants to create and keep unique pieces of art.
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Irish Gnome Clay Hand-Building Workshop at The Clay Den
Participants will learn to create a festive St. Patrick’s Day gnome using clay in a guided workshop suitable for all skill levels.
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Foil Car Racing Challenge
Participants will create and race their own aluminum foil cars using household supplies in a fun and engaging engineering challenge for children.
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Marbled Wheel Throwing Workshop
Participants will learn to create unique marbled ceramics using brown and white clay in this hands-on workshop.
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Exhibition - Capturing Light: Bennett Johnson and Jim Scheller
This exhibition features photographer Bennett Johnson and glass artist Jim Scheller, showcasing their unique perspectives on dynamic details of light, reflection, and architectural beauty.
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Live Music Performance by The Sweet Lillies
Enjoy an evening of heartfelt and collaborative 'String-Americana' music by The Sweet Lillies at Kenny's Westside Pub.
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Celebration of National Pancake Day at The Clay Den
Celebrate National Pancake Day by enjoying free pancakes and creating a unique clay pancake stack jar at The Clay Den.
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The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight in Peoria
The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight promises a captivating 90-minute performance that combines rock music with a stunning candlelit atmosphere, following its success across Europe and the UK.
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