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Sunday, May 4th, 2025

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Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 4th of May.

CRIME NEWS

  • Daniel Pace, 42, was found guilty of aggravated battery and aggravated domestic battery for setting his girlfriend on fire in 2022 during an argument—sentencing is set for July 9.  WMBD

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 5/8/25

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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.

    Fri, 5/9/25

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  • Family Hand Print Bowl Event

    1-3 p.m. — The Clay Den — Cost varies — Create a meaningful keepsake using your family's handprints in clay.

    Sat, 5/10/25

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  • Organic Flower Vase Clay Hand Building Class

    12-2 p.m. — The Clay Den — Cost not specified — Craft a unique flower vase while enjoying quality time with loved ones this Mother's Day weekend.

    Sun, 5/11/25

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  • Summer Slices Ceramic Workshop

    6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $20 deposit plus additional cost based on item — Create your own watercolor style ceramic piece with guided techniques.

    Thu, 5/15/25

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  • Peoria Symphony Orchestra Grand Finale

    7:30-9:00 p.m. — Peoria Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the musical love story of Clara Schumann, Robert Schumann, and Johannes Brahms.

    Fri, 5/16/25

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  • Flower Bowl Clay Hand Building Class

    5:30-7 p.m. — The Clay Den — $35 — Craft a beautiful flower-shaped bowl in a fun and creative clay class.

    Sat, 5/17/25

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  • Hug a Highland Cow Event

    10:30 a.m. — Art at the Bodega — $10 per person — Experience the joy of hugging Highland Cows while enjoying tasty treats and pottery painting.

    Sun, 5/18/25

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  • Little Feat Concert

    7:30-9 p.m. — Prairie Home Alliance Theater — $88-$157 — Enjoy an evening of classic rock at the highly anticipated Little Feat concert.

    Mon, 5/19/25

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  • Tony Jackson Concert

    7:30 PM – 1:30 AM — Illinois Central College Performing Arts Center — Free for veterans — Experience a night of traditional country music with Tony Jackson's captivating vocal style.

    Wed, 5/21/25

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JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB
  • CNC Machinist

    The CNC Machinist is responsible for operating CNC machinery to manufacture aerospace components with precision and efficiency. This role incudes performing advance inspections, troubleshooting, and contributing to process improvements while ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.

REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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