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Thursday, July 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 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. WMBD
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ 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. WMBD
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ 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. Peoria Journal Star
- ➤ 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. WMBD
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 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. WCBU
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ 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. Pekin Daily Times
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ 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. Peoria Journal Star
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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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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.
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