Good morning, Peoria.

East Peoria firefighters extricated two occupants from a rollover crash that occurred at 10:30 p.m. Friday on the 1900 block of Cole Street; both were taken to OSF Saint Francis Medical Center as Level 1 trauma patients.

A Deer Creek woman traveled to Washington, D.C. to rally for Medicaid after disability groups warned of potential cuts—attending a policy seminar with nearly 900 advocates.

She, a support worker for people with disabilities, met with congressional staffers and said she will fight to preserve Medicaid funding that has paid for long-term care for those in need.

Peoria Notre Dame grad Mya Wardle, a three-time Illinois All-Stater and IHSA Class 2A state champion, committed on Saturday to transfer to Bradley University to continue her collegiate career under head coach Kate Popovec-Goss; she played her freshman season at Eastern Kentucky and her father, Brian Wardle, coaches Bradley Men’s Basketball.

Two former Peoria prep standouts continued their basketball careers as they announced their college commitments; Mya Wardle—a former Peoria Notre Dame star—committed to Bradley University and Aaliyah Guyton—a Peoria High grad—committed to Illinois.

Their decisions, announced Saturday, strengthen local ties as both players transition to new teams.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Matisse-Inspired Floral Acrylic Painting Class

5:30-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Prices vary — Create a stunning Matisse-inspired masterpiece on a wood canvas with guided artistic assistance.

Highland Cow Planter Workshop

4:30-6 p.m. — The Clay Den — All materials included — Create your own charming clay planter with expert guidance and take home a plant to bring it to life.

Spring Gnome Clay Hand Building Class

4:30-6:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — $45 — Unleash creativity as you sculpt and glaze your own whimsical flower gnome to welcome spring.

Mother’s Day Kids' Workshop

12-3 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Pre-registration required — Let kids unleash their creativity with art projects for mom and grandma in a kids-only joyous setting.