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Peoria
Wednesday, May 7th, 2025
Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The nation’s first botulism museum — housed in a historic home on Moss Avenue — displays 13 art exhibits based on curator Jane Talkington’s book about the disease’s deadly history. Guided tours run on Saturdays by appointment at 1311 W. Moss Avenue with a 45-minute tour priced at $20 per person. WCBU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Congressman Eric Sorensen introduced two bipartisan bills to boost rural broadband access by reauthorizing the USDA ReConnect Program and offering federal grant assistance for rural communities. He said both measures—set to be part of an upcoming farm bill—will improve internet service for telehealth and precision farming. WMBD
- ➤ The new Peoria City Council was sworn in Tuesday night — retaining most of its previous members but adding City Treasurer Jim Montelongo and District Two councilman Alex Carmona — with Mayor Rita Ali beginning her second term. She said the council will work together on the budget to improve housing and quality of life for residents — a goal echoed by the new members. WMBD
- ➤ Washington City Council on May 5 approved bids totaling nearly $1 million for road repairs on several city roads — including $356,188 from motor fuel tax funds for fixing the structurally troubled Candlewood Bridge. The council also set a new procurement policy to raise the bidding threshold from $15,000 to $20,000, with one alderperson voting against the change. Peoria Journal Star
- ➤ Paula Johnson was appointed Monday to the Washington City Council — filling the vacant Ward 1 seat left by Mayor Lilija Stevens’ election — to serve the remaining two-year term. WCBU
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Glass and Resin Flower Trio Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $50 for 3 canvases — Create a stunning flower trio with sparkle in this fun, hands-on workshop.
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