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Tuesday, June 17th, 2025
Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 43-year-old man from Bartonville died after he reportedly laid down on the Union Pacific tracks near Kickapoo Creek Road and Harmon Highway, where a train struck him around 2:30 a.m. Monday — sheriff Chris Watkins said there was no sign of foul play — and the investigation is ongoing. WMBD
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local hospitality veterans Josh Lanning and Ty Paluska launched the Greater Peoria Hospitality Initiative to help independent restaurants deal with rising costs and staffing issues— they plan to form a board with finance, legal, and industry experts and host invite-only events by the end of summer to strengthen the local food scene. 25 News Now
- ➤ A Peoria millwork company, GEO J. Rothan Co., received a matching state grant of up to $50,000 from a program awarding $1.35 million to 29 manufacturers to support innovative work and local jobs—other recipients include Zarc International in Minonk and Tri C Company in Eureka. 25 News Now
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Juneteenth is coming on June 19, so most banks in Illinois will be closed because the Federal Reserve treats it as a bank holiday (the stock market and USPS will also be closed). Pekin Daily Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Illinois Central College in East Peoria is watching federal proposals that would cut Pell grant funds and raise credit hour requirements (affecting many non-traditional students) while also monitoring changes in loan responsibility and state plans for four-year programs. The college is shortening courses to eight-week terms (80% completed by next fall) and has closed on-campus housing at WoodView Commons, partnering with other schools to provide summer options for over 300 students. WCBU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Peoria officials approved a list of consumer fireworks that can be sold and used, including party poppers, snappers, toy caps, snakes or glow worms, smoke generating devices, and sparklers—other fireworks like handheld devices, bottle rockets, and firecrackers are prohibited and will result in a $250 citation. This ordinance clarifies which novelty items may be used safely in the city. City of Peoria
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Journal Star has launched its first summer poll for the local high school team of the year—voters can choose among Washington, Notre Dame, Farmington and Limestone, and the poll closes at noon Friday. Pekin Daily Times
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Guest Artist Series: The Coasters
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Illinois Central College Performing Arts Center — $35-$45 adults, $15 students — Experience a night of legendary doo-wop with Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees The Coasters.
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Summer 3-Day Art Camp Week 2
9 AM – 12 PM — Art at the Bodega — $165 per week — A creative camp for kids exploring pottery and 1989 themed art projects.
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Bringing Gnome The Daisies
6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Class fees apply — Create a whimsical painting of a gnome in a flower-filled wagon during this guided art session.
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Romantasy ACOTAR/Fourth Wing Pottery Painting Night
5:30-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $10 entry — Dive into a magical pottery painting night inspired by ACOTAR and Fourth Wing with themed snacks and epic photo ops.
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Disco Biscuits Performance
7:00 – 9:30 PM — Peoria Riverfront Park — Ticket info not provided — Experience the pioneering sounds of Trance-Fusion from the Disco Biscuits.
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06/24 Slow Hand BBQ
6-8 p.m. — Slow Hand Craft BBQ — RSVP required by Tuesday at 11 — Enjoy slow-smoked Midwestern BBQ paired with local craft drinks in a cozy balcony setting.
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3-Day Summer Art Camp: Week 3
9 AM – 12 PM — Art at the Bodega — $165 per week — Dive into exciting cultures through art in a fun-filled setting for kids aged 6+.
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Fused Glass Hot Air Balloons Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Class fee required — Create stunning fused glass sun catchers in a hands-on art workshop.
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Stoneware Glazing Technique Class
6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Cost info available upon inquiry — Explore the vibrant world of glazing and create your unique high-fire stoneware masterpiece.
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Boho Wall Shelf Hand Building Class
12:30-2:00 p.m. — The Clay Den — $40.00 — Create a unique bohemian wall shelf in this relaxing hand-building clay class.
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