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Tuesday, May 20th, 2025
Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Peoria fire crews responded early Monday morning at Sharon Wood HealthCare on W. Richwoods Boulevard and found burned clothes and part of a bed in a resident's room while clearing smoke with a large fan, with one person taken to hospital and damage estimated at $500—fire investigators are still determining the cause. WMBD
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Peoria police broke up a student fight after the Richwoods High School graduation on Saturday—juveniles were arrested and will face discipline as the altercation in a concession hallway did not disrupt the ceremony. Peoria Journal Star
- ➤ A 15-year-old boy charged in adult court with first-degree murder remains in custody after he is accused of fatally shooting 39-year-old James Miller on Dec. 22 in Peoria’s East Bluff—he is set for a June 12 pre-trial hearing amid a lengthy history of juvenile crimes. 25 News Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, Pope Leo XIV was inaugurated at the Vatican with a Mass of Thanksgiving and Catholics in Peoria held their own service to honor him—he is the first pope raised in Chicago after replacing Pope Francis. Bishop Louis Tylka said the celebration united the community in prayer as the new pontiff began his papacy. 25 News Now
- ➤ Local artists showcased their talents at Peoria Makers Art Market on Sunday at Friendly Valley Tavern on North Meadowbrook Road — nearly two dozen vendors displayed woodworking, jewelry, paintings, and clothing. The event, now in its second year, is scheduled for every third Sunday from May through September and may extend into October if the fall remains favorable. 25 News Now
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Peoria gas prices fell to an average of $3.29 per gallon last week as GasBuddy’s survey of 148 stations reported a 1.9 cent drop, with prices ranging from $3.14 to $3.49—four cents lower than a month ago and close to the state average of $3.35 ahead of Memorial Day. 25 News Now
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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.
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6 Week Wheel Throwing Class
5:30-7:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — $275 — Dive into pottery with a hands-on wheel throwing course perfect for all skill levels.
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Revel in Red Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Putt Club East Peoria — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of high-energy rock anthems under the stars with Revel in Red.
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Mini Mushroom Fairy House Clay Class
12-1:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — $35 — Create your own whimsical mini mushroom fairy house in this fun, all-ages clay hand-building workshop.
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Bubble Bowl Clay Hand Building Class
12-1:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — Cost not specified — Create a unique bubble bowl in a fun, beginner-friendly clay class for all ages.
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Last Light Acrylic on Canvas
5:30-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Class fee applies — Unleash your creativity by painting a succulent masterpiece with friends and step-by-step guidance.
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Fused Glass Mushrooms Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Class fee required — Learn to craft whimsical fused glass mushroom lights in this hands-on creative workshop.
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Beautiful Bonsai Acrylic Painting Class
5:30-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Supplies included — Unleash your inner artist while painting a stunning bonsai to take home.
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Stretch and Sculpt: Yoga and Planter Workshop
11:00 AM – 1:15 PM — The Clay Den — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a fusion of yoga and hand-building clay planters for a creative and relaxing experience.
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Golf in the Pathway Ministries Golf Outing
8 AM – 5 PM — Metamora Fields Golf Club — Tee times available — Enjoy a day filled with great golf amid scenic views.
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