Daily
Peoria
Sunday, March 1st, 2026
Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Owner Amy Tomblin of Meet Me On Madison did not renew her lease at Twin Towers Mall after a Saturday dispute that left doors locked and police cars outside as she prepared for a private event. She cancelled the event, losing $600, and will close the café on March 31. 25 News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Over 850 students from more than 70 schools competed at the Peoria Civic Center on Saturday in the 15th annual State Chess Tournament. The eight-round event awarded team trophies and individual medals to students in grades 6 to 8 & promoted interest in chess. 25 News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, the University Street and Northmoor Intersection Reconstruction Project will close lanes on University Street from Cherokee Lane to the North Post Office, while turns onto Northmoor stay open. Bridge repairs on I-74 will start Thursday and Smithville Road will close until June. WMBD
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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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2026 Blarney Blitz
8 AM – 2 PM — Kelleher's Irish Pub & Eatery — Entry fees apply — Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a festive themed race in downtown Peoria.
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Organic Chip and Dip Dish Clay Hand Building Class
1-2:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — Includes materials — Craft a unique organic-shaped dish perfect for entertaining.
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Ladies' Night: Gal Pals and Glazes
6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $10 — Unwind with friends while sipping drinks and painting pottery in a relaxing atmosphere.
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Salsa Night at Contemporary Art Center
9:30 p.m. — Contemporary Art Center of Peoria Illinois — $5 for members, $8 for non-members — Dance the night away with Salsa, Cha Cha, and more in a lively setting.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.
~ Jesus
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