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Tuesday, April 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Casey's opened its second Tremont store at 100 Lake Street after purchasing the former BP Dlux property for $2.213 million on March 11. The store hires new team members and passed a Tazewell County Health Department inspection on March 19 — it operates from 4 a.m. to midnight with curbside pick-up from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Pekin Daily Times
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 65-year-old woman was arrested for aggravated DUI and reckless homicide after her car hit and killed 35-year-old Michael Ayers near the intersection of Washington Road and Lakeshore Drive on April 2 at 9 p.m.—she will appear in court on May 5 at 1:30 p.m. Pekin Daily Times
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Peoria rose nearly ten cents a gallon over the last week as Monday’s average reached $3.38 from a survey of 148 stations—this marks a month increase of 12.5 cents and remains about 35.5 cents lower than a year ago. GasBuddy’s analyst warned that falling oil prices amid restored production and tariff concerns may lead to lower prices soon—while AAA Illinois reported a Peoria/Pekin average of $3.39, slightly above the national average of $3.25. WMBD
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bradley University is welcoming new President James Shadid today at Renaissance Coliseum from (2-4 p.m.) as he meets with students, staff and faculty. Shadid said he spent his first week learning about the campus and will work to ease tensions and build a better culture. WMBD
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State lawmakers are meeting to change public transit funding rules—aiming to fix a $771 million gap. Transit leaders warn that rising costs may force service cuts—lawmakers plan to add more sales tax money to help downstate bus and train systems before the General Assembly will adjourn on May 31. WMBD
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ OSF HealthCare has named Kimberly Russo as the new regional CEO for its Central Region serving Peoria after Bob Anderson retired in January. Russo led George Washington University Hospital in Washington, D.C. and was group vice president for Universal Health Services. Peoria Journal Star
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Peoria Rivermen won their 40th regular-season game in a 3-2 shootout over Quad City and finished with 86 points—earning the top playoff seed and a best-of-three series against Quad City, with game 1 on Thursday at 7:15 p.m. Pekin Daily Times
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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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Pick Your Project Open Studio
11 AM-4 PM — Art at the Bodega — Cost varies — Unleash your creativity with DIY projects like pottery and glass art in a welcoming studio atmosphere.
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Open Studio Creative Time
11 AM – 4 PM — Art at the Bodega — Cost varies by project — Unleash your creativity with pottery, glass, and canvas art at a DIY studio atmosphere.
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Personalized Beer Stein Crafting Class
4:30-6 p.m. — The Clay Den — Not specified — Craft your own unique beer stein in this personalized hand-building class.
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Crushed Glass Butterfly Resin Workshop
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $40 for each piece — Create a stunning crushed glass butterfly art piece while enjoying snacks and drinks.
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Wheel Throwing Pottery Class
5:30-7 p.m. — The Clay Den — $15 per additional piece — Experience a fun pottery class perfect for all skill levels and take home your creations.
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Cedar Rapids Kernels vs. Peoria Chiefs
2:05 – 6:05 p.m. — Dozer Park — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling Minor League Baseball game between the Cedar Rapids Kernels and Peoria Chiefs.
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Fused Glass Plant Stakes Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Sucre Sweets and Socials — Ticket includes drinks and treats — Create colorful glass plant stakes in a fun and friendly atmosphere.
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