Monday, June 2nd, 2025

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Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday morning, a sedan crashed into St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church on the 6000 block of N. University Street — one person was taken to the hospital and the building suffered extensive damage before officials later deemed it safe for services to resume. 25 News Now
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Peoria dropped 4.1 cents last week and now average $3.24, which is 9.6 cents lower than a month ago and 47.6 cents lower than last year, according to GasBuddy. AAA Illinois reported a $3.25 average in the Peoria/Pekin area—hinting at ongoing declines as wholesale costs ease. WMBD
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A new study by SmartAsset ranks Peoria among the top 20 housing markets for first-time buyers and first for affordable home prices, noting that local home sale prices average about twice the median income. The research looked at 180 metro areas using factors such as inventory, competition, and long-term value *to guide buyers*. Peoria Journal Star
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ 171 Peoria area high school baseball & softball players have been named for the all-star games in June; 99 baseball players will compete on June 17 at Dozer Park while 72 softball players are set for June 24 at Illinois Central College. Pekin Daily Times
- ➤ Team Tazwood swept the 33rd River Cup men's golf championships by beating Team Peoria 10.5—7.5 at Lick Creek Golf Course on May 31—June 1; the Tazwood seniors took two playoff holes to secure the win, marking their first full sweep since 2011. Pekin Daily Times
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Teen Pottery Summer Camp
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — The Clay Den — No experience needed — Explore pottery with hand-building and wheel throwing techniques during this creative summer camp for teens.
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Quad Cities River Bandits vs. Peoria Chiefs
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Dozer Park — Check out an exciting Minor League Baseball game featuring local teams in action.
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Teen Pottery Summer Camp
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — The Clay Den — Cost info not provided — Explore the world of clay with hand-building and wheel throwing activities for teens.
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Strong Families Resource Fair
1-4:30 p.m. — Frank Campbell Community Center — Free entry — Discover a wealth of resources aimed at supporting families in need at this annual community event.
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New Englobe Glaze Workshop
6 AM – 8 PM — Art at the Bodega — $10 entry + $40 for mugs — Craft unique stoneware mugs with beautiful new engobes in a fun and creative environment.
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To-Go Cup Hand Building Class
12:00 – 1:30 PM — The Clay Den — All materials included — Learn to shape your own ceramic to-go cup in a creative workshop.
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Glenn Miller Orchestra Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Illinois Central College - East Peoria Campus — Tickets available — Swing along with the world-famous Glenn Miller Orchestra as they perform timeless classics.
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Summer 3 Day Art Camp 2025: Week 1
9 a.m. to 12 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $165 per week — Unleash creativity with animal-themed art projects for kids aged 6 and up.
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Friday the 13th Halloween Mid-Year Party
6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $10 entry — Celebrate Halloween early with spooky pottery painting, snacks, and special discounts.
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Spin with Dad: Father's Day Wheel Throwing Class
6:30-8 p.m. — The Clay Den — Class fee applies — Celebrate Father's Day with a fun pottery wheel experience for dads and their kids.
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