Daily
Peoria
Tuesday, April 14th, 2026
Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ PeoriaGrown plans to expand its weekly Market 309 event into a full grocery store at Trewyn Park. With about $200,000 in state funding for renovations—improving accessibility and adding new refrigerators—the nonprofit aims to start upgrades this summer to better serve local families. 25 News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bradley University will use a $1M federal award to complete its drop tower for weightlessness research at the Business & Engineering Convergence Center. The upgraded facility will be the state’s only option for simulating weightless conditions and offer hands-on STEM experiences for students and researchers. WCBU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Northern Tazewell Fire Protection District, citing declining volunteer numbers and rising service costs, plans to cease responding to calls May 1 – high-risk support will shift to Washington or East Peoria. A public meeting on its future may be held if enough community interest arises. WMBD
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ OSF HealthCare is reviewing a Snapchat post — it shows a spin-the-wheel app that controversially referenced stroke patient assignments after drawing social media attention today. The hospital said its investigation will not include updates on internal personnel actions. 25 News Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Peoria Rivermen advanced to the SPHL President's Cup semifinals after defeating the Macon Mayhem 4-1 in a best-of-three series on Saturday at Carver Arena. They will face the Knoxville Ice Bears in a best-of-five series starting Friday night at Carver Arena. WMBD
- ➤ Peoria Journal Star invites readers to vote for its high school girls athlete of the week nominees from April 6–11, presented by CEFCU, with standout athletes from Washington softball, Morton track and field, Canton softball and track, Dunlap coop lacrosse and Galesburg soccer; votes are accepted until noon Friday. Pekin Daily Times
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6 Week Wheel Throwing Class
6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — $285 — Learn the art of pottery from wheel throwing to glazing over six weeks.
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Southern Illinois Salukis vs. Bradley Braves Baseball
1-2 p.m. — Dozer Park — Ticket pricing on UNATION — Feel the thrill of college baseball as the Salukis take on the Braves.
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Bob Ross Wet-on-Wet Oil Painting: Blue Ridge Falls
9 AM – 12 PM — Art at the Bodega — Supplies included — Unleash your inner artist and create a serene mountain scene with expert guidance.
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Mushroom Fairy House Clay Hand Building Class
1:00 – 2:30 PM — The Clay Den — Registration fee applies — Create a whimsical mushroom fairy house in this enchanting clay hand-building class.
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Morning Grace Canvas Workshop
5:30-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — All supplies included — Capture the beauty of dawn with step-by-step painting instruction in a friendly environment.
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Fused Glass Ocean Wave Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Materials included — Create your own shimmering glass ocean wave piece in a fun, guided workshop.
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Busy Little Garden Canvas Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — All supplies included — Bring a cheerful garden to life with bright blooms and fuzzy little bees in this beginner-friendly canvas class.
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6 Week Wheel Throwing Class
6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — $285 — Dive into the art of pottery with a hands-on wheel-throwing experience perfect for all skill levels.
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1st Friday May Celebration
5-9 p.m. — Contemporary Art Center of Peoria Illinois — Free entry — Explore diverse art, enjoy an artist talk and catch an avant-garde jazz performance.
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5th Annual Nun Run for Cancer
8-11 a.m. — RC Outfitters — Registration fee required — Celebrate community and hope in the fight against cancer at this inspiring race.
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A Taste of Ireland - The Irish Music & Dance Sensation
Direct from Off-Broadway and starring former World Irish Dance champions from productions like Lord of the Dance and Riverdance, A Taste of Ireland is a high-energy celebration of Irish music, dance, and storytelling that brings Ireland’s history to life with wit and heart. Featuring live singing and dancing, reimagined Irish classics, and electrifying tap battles, the show blends tradition and modern flair into an unforgettable night of Celtic entertainment.
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