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Friday, April 25th, 2025
Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Tazewell County coroner Charles Hanley said two Pekin men, Chase Rhodes and Dawson Reese, both 21, were killed in a shooting early Thursday morning in the 11000 block of Route 29 in South Pekin and that suspect Memphis S. Rue was taken into custody with a pending first-degree murder charge—autopsies are scheduled for Friday. WCBU
- ➤ Former Sangamon County deputy Sean Grayson, accused of first degree murder in the July death of Sonya Massey, is set to stand trial beginning October 20th in Peoria County—he will return for a pretrial hearing on June 6th after a venue change granted earlier this month. WMBD
- ➤ Tazewell County Sheriff Jeffrey Lower said a shooting near the Pekin Municipal Airport Thursday morning — around 4:50 a.m. off Route 29 in South Pekin — left two dead and one in custody; officers were called at 6 a.m. and the investigation is ongoing. WMBD
- ➤ Two 21-year-old men—Chase Rhodes of Pekin and Dawson Reese from rural Pekin—were fatally shot early Thursday morning in South Pekin, and 21-year-old Memphis Rue has been charged with first degree murder as autopsies for both victims are scheduled for today while investigators continue their probe. WMBD
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Holocaust Remembrance Day was observed with a talk from 91-year-old Holocaust survivor Renee Grobart at the Riverfront Museum on Wednesday evening. Grobart recounted her escape from German-occupied Poland during World War II and the loss of 6 million Jews (she continues to share her story so future generations remember the past). 25 News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Three veteran Peoria police officers were promoted at a ceremony on April 4—Matthew Lane advanced from sergeant to lieutenant while officers James Hodges and Brittany Martzluf were elevated to sergeant. Peoria Journal Star
- ➤ Peoria-area Congressman Eric Sorensen visited the Midwest Food Bank on Thursday morning to address concerns over food insecurity and potential cuts to food programs. He toured the facility and met with its leaders to discuss protecting SNAP & keeping grocery stores open. WMBD
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Illinois health officials confirmed the first measles case of 2025 in Southern Illinois on April 23; the case involves an adult and poses a low risk to the public. Officials advise residents to get the MMR vaccine and stay home if sick to help prevent further spread—vaccination remains the best protection against this contagious virus. Pekin Daily Times
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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.
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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.
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Pick Your Project Open Studio Time
11 AM – 4 PM — Art at the Bodega — Cost varies by project — Unleash your creativity with pottery, glass, and canvas projects in a friendly DIY space.
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Fused Glass Ocean Wave Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Class fee applies — Create a shimmering glass ocean wave piece in this engaging workshop.
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6 Week Wheel Throwing Class
5:30-7:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — $275 — Unleash your creativity with a hands-on pottery class perfect for beginners and skilled potters alike.
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Training Officer Bootcamp
1-3 p.m. — Par-A-Dice Hotel Casino — No cost — Enhance your training skills and network at this comprehensive bootcamp for training officers.
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Free Comic Book Day Workshop
2:30-4:30 p.m. — Fondulac District Library — Registration required — Create your own six panel comic with Do Art Productions!
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Philharmonic 100 Year Celebration
2:30-5 p.m. — Illinois Central College Performing Arts Center — Ticket purchase required — Celebrate a century of song and tradition with the Philharmonic Chorale.
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Planter Clay Hand Building Class
4:30-6 p.m. — The Clay Den — All materials included — Create a personalized clay planter while learning hand-building techniques and enjoy a complimentary plant.
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Blossom Teacup Hand Building Class
4:30-6:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — All materials included — Create a unique floral-inspired mug for Mother's Day weekend.
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