Good morning, Peoria.

Illinois Central College's presidential search committee has chosen three out-of-state candidates and invites community members to join public forums on campus.

Jamonica Rolle will visit on Mar. 6; David Ferreira on Mar. 9; and Lisa Armour on Mar. 10 in East Peoria.

Peoria City Council is considering raising the special service area tax at Westlake Shopping Center from 0.75% to 1% and extending it until 2055 to fund maintenance and attract new tenants.

Council will vote on the measure on March 10.

The Illinois Department of Human Services updated the WIC program to offer a wider range of foods including corn masa flour, whole wheat English muffins and sardines.

The changes took effect on Feb. 25 and let families choose alternatives such as beans or peanut butter over eggs.

Illinois residents will set clocks forward one hour on Sunday, Mar.

8 at 2 a.m. to begin daylight saving time (gaining extra evening sunshine).

IHSA boys basketball playoffs are underway across Illinois as sectional scores from Tuesday and Wednesday are reported — championship games are set for Friday, March 6.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.