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Sunday, March 30th, 2025
Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 30th of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters responded to a home on Knollaire Court Friday evening after a basement fire was reported and quickly extinguished—no injuries were found as officials investigate a possible electrical cause. WMBD
- ➤ On Saturday afternoon, a fundraiser was held at Pour Bros Taproom in Peoria Heights—proceeds from food and a 50-50 raffle will help cover medical bills and other expenses for the Post family after a December car crash that left 18-year-old Aiden Post in the hospital for seven weeks and his father hospitalized. 25 News Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Shaun Livingston, the former NBA star, attended a Saturday ceremony where the 2003 and 2004 Peoria High state championship teams were inducted into the Greater Peoria Sports Hall of Fame at the Peoria Civic Center ballroom. He coordinated the event so that his former teammates could join the celebration—honoring a shared legacy of championship success. Pekin Daily Times
- ➤ On March 28th, the Peoria Rivermen beat the Pensacola Ice Flyers 2-0 at Carver Arena in front of a record crowd of 9,509 to secure the regular-season title by winning the William B. Coffey Trophy—though defenseman Zach Wilkie and forward Mike McChesney suffered injuries that may keep them out for the playoffs. Goaltender Colby Muise tied the shutout record with his eighth shutout and coach Jean-Guy Trudel was honored for his record wins, adding pressure as the team prepares for the postseason. Pekin Daily Times
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Pick Your Project Open Studio Time
11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Snack and drink options available — Unleash your creativity in a welcoming DIY art studio with various fun projects.
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Exhibition: Capturing Light with Bennett Johnson and Jim Scheller
11 AM - 5 PM | Contemporary Art Center of Peoria Illinois | Free entry | Explore dynamic reflections and shadows through the lens of a photographer and a glass artist inspired by architectural designs.
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Exhibition - Capturing Light: Bennett Johnson and Jim Scheller
11 AM - 5 PM | Contemporary Art Center of Peoria Illinois | Free entry | Explore dynamic reflections and shadows through the lens of photographer Bennett Johnson and the glass artistry of Jim Scheller.
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Exhibition: Capturing Light with Bennett Johnson and Jim Scheller
11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Contemporary Art Center of Peoria Illinois — Free entry — Explore dynamic reflections and shadows through the lens of Bennett Johnson and the glass artistry of Jim Scheller.
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Beachy Gnome Clay Class
4:30-6:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — $45 — Create a whimsical beach gnome while learning hand-building clay techniques in a fun workshop.
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That Arena Rock Show
7-9:30 p.m. — TempleLive at the Peoria Scottish Rite — Check ticket pricing — Experience the ultimate tribute to classic rock anthems from the 70s and 80s.
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Swiss-German Springfest
12-8 p.m. — Avanti’s Event Center — Free admission — Celebrate spring with German food, music, and entertainment featuring Eddie Korosa and more.
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Pick Your Project Open Studio
10 a.m. — Art at the Bodega — Cost varies by project — Unleash your creativity at this DIY art studio with a variety of projects to choose from.
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Clay Wreath Hand Building Class
5:30-7:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — $35 — Craft a personalized ceramic wreath using creative slab-building techniques.
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Fused Glass Retro Squares Workshop
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Class fee applies — Unleash your creativity in a hands-on glass fusing workshop for all skill levels.
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