Good morning, Peoria.

Tuesday afternoon, the city dedicated a street near Detweiller Marina as 'Thomas H.

Detweiller Way'—a move residents say honors the founder's legacy while aiming to protect public river access amid ongoing court talks.

Peoria firefighters and community partners are leading a school supply drive to collect backpacks, uniforms, hand sanitizers and more for students and teachers.

Donations drop off at several locations — the supplies will be given out at Trewyn Park on Thursday, July 23 from 4-7 p.m. during Streets Belong to Me.

Former Bradley University president Joanne Glasser died on June 23.

Bradley president James Shadid said (Glasser oversaw a capital campaign that exceeded $150 million) and led key campus improvements.

Bradley University President James Shadid announced the death of former president Joanne Glasser, who led major campus projects and helped build key facilities.

University flags will be flown at half-staff for three days while private family services have been held in her honor.

Lydia Moss Bradley left a lasting mark on Peoria by founding Bradley University and donating land for parks.

Each October the university honors her legacy on Founder’s Day as she is remembered for her pioneering work in education (despite the challenges of her time).

On Tuesday, nearly 300 children watched BMX riders perform stunts + energize the Lincoln Branch’s Plant a Seed, Read summer program.

Kids who finish the challenge can enter a drawing to win a bicycle as the program runs until July 11.

Illinois reached 200 preliminary tornado reports this week after a severe weather outbreak hit the Peoria area on Sunday, knocking out power for thousands and leaving two people dead and five injured in Jefferson County while breaking the state's annual record.

Central Illinois libraries are set to receive over $27 million in state grants for books, digital resources, facility improvements, and security upgrades, including more than $192,000 for the local library (announced Tuesday by the Illinois Secretary of State’s Office) to benefit public and school libraries.

Applications are open for the free Peoria County Civic Leadership Academy, holding weekly Thursday sessions (6:00 p.m. from August 6 to October 13) at government facilities with presentations, tours, and Q&A; applicants must be 18 or older and apply by June 30 ahead of a graduation at upcoming board meetings.

Plant Bingo Painting Party

6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $10 Ticket — Enjoy a creative twist on bingo with real plant prizes and a pottery painting session.

Date and Create: A Clay Hand Building Date Night

5:30-7:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — Ticket price includes materials and a charcuterie plate — Enjoy a creative evening making clay projects together in a fun, hands-on setting.

Stained Glass Foundations: Beginner Workshop

9:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Art at the Bodega — $85 — Create your own stained glass masterpiece in a fun, hands-on class suitable for all skill levels.

Desk and Porch Goose Night

1-3 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $10 general admission or $75 for a large porch goose — Paint your own trendy desk or porch goose with a variety of designs.

Beginner Wheel Throwing Course

6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — $285 — Get hands-on in this 6-week pottery class perfect for beginners crafting functional pieces like mugs and bowls.

Kids Wheel Pottery Summer Camp

9 AM – 12 PM — The Clay Den — Cost details unavailable — A fun 3-day camp where kids learn pottery wheel techniques and create their own clay pieces.

Wisconsin Timber Rattlers vs. Peoria Chiefs

6:35-10:35 p.m. — Dozer Park — Tickets start at $33 — Enjoy a night of minor league baseball action in Peoria.

Star-Spangled Gnome Workshop

4-5:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — $45 — Create your own unique patriotic gnome from clay in this fun, hands-on workshop.

Clay Planter Hand-Building Workshop

5:30-7 p.m. — The Clay Den — Fees applicable — Build your own beautiful and functional clay planter while learning hand-building techniques.

Peoria Jaycees' Firecracker 5000

7:30 a.m. — Visit Downtown Peoria — Registration fee required — Kick off your Fourth in Red, White, and Blue with a festive run through downtown.