Good morning, Peoria.

A Peoria non-profit closed its daily food pantry until further notice because area suppliers shut down and funding froze—Friendship House asks local donors for help to restock its shelves.

East Peoria dentist Dr. Noel Liu died Monday evening in a skydiving accident at Skydive Chicago in Ottawa — the NTSB and FAA are aiding local authorities in investigating the crash.

The Peoria Art Guild said a small painting of a cow with 'Annie' behind it was stolen on July 7 from its gallery after surveillance captured a suspect who tried to sell it at a local pawn shop — police are still investigating the case.

Daniel Pace, 43, was sentenced on Wednesday to 60 years in prison for setting his girlfriend on fire at the Landmark Apartment Complex in August 2022 — the attack left her with burns across 30 percent of her body and significant lasting hardships, prosecutors said.

Bradley University president James Shadid said his first 100 days were busy as he shared plans to enhance campus facilities—replacing a former restaurant and renovating dorms and dining areas with a $2 million state grant—while telling the school’s history better and weighing changes to federal student loan rules. He said he is working with local leaders and planning for a full school year as orientations start mid-July and he addresses community concerns over visa issues for international students.

Illinois residents planning summer outings can use a guide that lists hours, parking, and ticket prices for nine state zoos — for instance, Peoria Zoo is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with adult tickets at $12.50 and children’s tickets at $9, while other zoos across the state offer varied admissions and parking details.

Pivotal Housing Partners and Peoria Opportunities Foundation have announced they will build MacArthur Senior Flats, a 52‐unit senior living complex on Peoria's Southside for residents aged 55 and older; construction will start next spring with occupancy set for 2027.

The project will use Low‐Income Housing Tax Credits to provide affordable housing for seniors.

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.

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.

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.

Summer Art Camp Week 6: Shark Week Theme

9 AM – 12 PM — Art at the Bodega — $165 — Dive into a fin-tastic Shark Week with creative art projects for kids.