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Sunday, June 29th, 2025

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Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 29th of June.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A two-vehicle crash near Banner injured both drivers when a pickup crossed the center line and hit an SUV, with the SUV rolling over — the pickup driver later drove himself to a hospital and was ticketed for not using the proper lane and not slowing down.  WMBD

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Peoria Jaycees' Firecracker 5000

    7:30 a.m. — Visit Downtown Peoria — Registration fees apply — Kick off your Fourth in Red, White, and Blue with a spirited 5000 race.

    Fri, 7/4/25

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  • Wall Planter Clay Hand Building Class

    5:30-7 p.m. — The Clay Den — All materials included — Create a unique hand-built wall pocket planter while learning slab-building techniques.

    Sat, 7/5/25

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  • Silly Old Bear Canvas Workshop

    5:30-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — All materials included — Enjoy a nostalgic painting session inspired by Winnie the Pooh that’s fun for all ages.

    Thu, 7/10/25

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  • Cute Breakfast-themed Clay Class

    5:30-7:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — All materials included — Create adorable toast-sized plates with a matching toaster holder in this fun clay workshop.

    Fri, 7/11/25

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  • Hope for Holly Benefit

    A community wide benefit fundraiser to support Holly and her family in her cancer journey. We will be serving dinner, having a raffle and silent auction with many unique and hand made items and lots of activities for the kids.

    Sat, 7/12/25

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  • Paint with Highland Cows

    10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $20 per person — Enjoy a delightful pottery painting session with charming Highland Cows and tasty refreshments.

    Sun, 7/13/25

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  • Summer 3-Day Art Camp Week 5

    9 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $165 per week — Enjoy creative beach-themed art projects in a fun summer setting.

    Tue, 7/15/25

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  • Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp

    9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — EastSide Centre — Limited spots available — Enhance your basketball skills with high-intensity training focused on scoring and ball handling.

    Wed, 7/16/25

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  • Kitchen Dwellers Concert

    7-8:30 p.m. — Peoria Riverfront Park — $79-$124 — Enjoy a night of bluegrass featuring the Infamous Stringdusters and Leftover Salmon.

    Thu, 7/17/25

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  • Wade Bowen Live Concert

    6:00 – 9:30 PM — Crusens Farmington Road — $20 Tickets — Experience an exciting evening with Wade Bowen and support acts at this lively venue.

    Fri, 7/18/25

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