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Monday, July 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bradley University President James Shadid plans to restore Lydia Moss Bradley’s former home on Moss Avenue so it can host community and university events — the three-story mansion built in 1856 and first occupied in 1858 has fallen into disrepair and was previously rented to faculty. WMBD
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ One resident escaped a house fire in South Peoria near Blaine-Starr early Sunday morning after firefighters responded quickly, extinguished the flames, and prevented them from spreading to nearby homes. WMBD
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A Pekin restaurant across from the Tazewell County Courthouse announced it will close by July 13 or when supplies run out due to rising costs for wages and goods—its husband-wife owners thanked customers for their support over the past three years. Pekin Daily Times
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Kevin Boyce, 32, was booked on weapons charges after he allegedly fired a gun on Saturday morning in South Peoria — officers responded to shots fired on the 600 block of Western Avenue near Howett and Blaine, and he now faces charges including aggravated discharge of a firearm, possession of a stolen firearm, unlawful possession by a felon and possession of a weapon and ammunition without a FOID card. WMBD
- ➤ The Peoria County Coroner responded to a home in the 1000 block of South Shelley Street at 10 p.m. Saturday when officials found an unidentified Caucasian male aged 25 to 35 who was about 5-foot-9 to 5-foot-10 tall and weighed roughly 145 pounds with strawberry blond hair, a red beard and a black t-shirt, and the office urged anyone with useful information to call 309-669-2000. WMBD
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Peoria City's men's soccer team clinched a USL2 playoff spot despite losing 2-1 to Springfield FC at Shea Stadium—securing their postseason berth for the third time in four seasons. They will play a regular season finale on July 12 against Sunflower State and begin playoffs on July 18. Pekin Daily Times
- ➤ East Peoria native David Perkins won his first PGA Tour Americas event on Sunday at the Explore NB Open in New Brunswick—he shot 19-under par, earned $40,500 by beating Tripp Kinney on the final hole, and is now in line to lead the Fortinet Cup standings. Pekin Daily Times
- ➤ Readers can now vote for Bradley basketball’s Mount Rushmore as sports reporters and fans share their top picks such as Hersey Hawkins and Chet Walker—vote closes at noon Monday, July 14. The poll allows picking up to four players to finalize a reader-chosen all-star team from decades of Bradley history. Pekin Daily Times
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Velaris City of Starlight Canvas Class
5:30-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — All supplies included — Create your own painting inspired by the enchanting city from A Court of Thorns and Roses.
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Argentine Tango Practica
7-9 p.m. — Contemporary Art Center of Peoria — $5 entry — Weekly tango practica welcoming dancers of all levels to practice and improve their skills.
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