Daily
Peoria
Sunday, February 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At Kelleher's Irish Pub & Eatery, 152 participants plunged into freezing water on Saturday for the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge and raised over $47,000 to fund Special Olympics Illinois programs. The fundraiser marked its seventh year in Peoria, with spectators cheering on the costumed plungers. 25 News Now
- ➤ Over 700 people participated in Pathway Ministries' Walk a Mile in My Shoes fundraiser on Saturday morning in East Peoria — raising over $100,000 for local homelessness support. The group started at Embassy Suites and walked across Murray Baker Bridge to downtown where they met individuals in need. 25 News Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ CJ Harvest grocery — owned by Pastor Chuck Brown — nears an opening in two to three months after permits were approved and final construction is underway; it is located near South Western Avenue and West Martin Luther King Jr. Drive to help address the food desert. 25 News Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Washington senior Wyatt Medlin capped his unbeaten season by winning the Class 2A 165-pound state championship at the State Farm Center Saturday night & he outscored his finals opponents 62-13, joining one of only two wrestlers with three state titles. Pekin Daily Times
- ➤ The men's hockey final of the 2026 Winter Olympics airs today at 7:10 a.m. CT on NBC, CNBC and USA Network, with a replay at 3:30 p.m. CT and live streaming on Peacock and NBC Sports (local viewers can check their NBC affiliate for coverage). Pekin Daily Times
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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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Cross Clay Hand Building Workshop
1-2:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — All materials included — Create a beautiful clay cross in a relaxed setting suitable for all skill levels.
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Fused Glass Snowflakes Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $10 reservation, piece prices range from $33 to $64 — Create a shimmering glass snowflake for your winter décor.
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Friday the 13th Spooky Pottery Painting
6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $10 ticket reserves your seat — Unleash your creativity with spooky pottery painting this Friday the 13th.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Ryan Holiday
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