Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of July.
Good morning, Peoria.
🚧 Accidents
A fire severely damaged a home on W.
Millbrook Court Sunday night, displacing two residents and causing an estimated $250,000 in damage as crews cut a hole in the roof to stop the spread + the American Red Cross is helping the displaced while Peoria Fire investigates the accidental cause from an outdoor cooking smoker.
📰 Economy
Gas prices in Peoria have risen by 9.1 cents in the past week—averaging $3.36 a gallon on Monday and marking a 12.2-cent increase from last month while being 29.8 cents lower than a year ago.
GasBuddy forecasts that by July 4 the national average will drop to $3.15 per gallon—thanks to easing Middle East tensions and increased OPEC oil production.
🎉 Peoria Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
🏠 Peoria Real Estate
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