Good morning, Peoria.

Peoria residents have a busy weekend with Arc Light Productions showing 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame' at Illini Bluffs High School today at 7:30 p.m., and events including Quad Con at the Civic Center, River City Pride Fest at Riverfront Park, and a Sweet Corn Festival in Chillicothe on Saturday—each offering local entertainment and community fun.

Peoria Police said a 4-year-old boy was hit by a vehicle at about 4:46 p.m. on Tuesday, July 15 on the 400 block of NE Adams Street (he was taken to a local hospital after receiving emergency care) while the driver stayed at the scene (he cooperated with officers) as the investigation continued.

A 17-year-old was arrested Tuesday night in South Peoria after police responded just before 11:30 p.m. to reports of an individual being shot at near Glenwood + Ayres when a 20-year-old said he was targeted while driving, and the teen now faces charges for firearm discharge + assault, property damage, and armed robbery.

The Contemporary Art Center of Peoria will host Boogie Night—its annual disco costume dance party—on Saturday, August 2nd from 7 to 11 p.m. The party will feature a DJ playing vinyl disco hits and a costume contest with prizes.

On July 14, customers lined up at the Kroger on 3311 N.

Sterling Ave in Peoria as the store began winding down with bare shelves—only the bakery stayed fully stocked. Kroger will close the store on Aug. 2 as part of a plan to shutter about 60 locations over the next year and a half.

The Peoria Public Schools Board of Education voted down a new security system called Evolv Monday night—its contract would have cost $121,000 a year to screen students' bags and detect weapons.

Board members said they did not receive enough comparative information even though school principals had asked for the system for this school year.

Illinois American Water reported 14 out of 103 samples collected from Peoria County between January and June exceeded the lead action level; the company said it will conduct further tests and review its corrosion control treatment—steps targeting reduced exposure to lead in water.

Illinois homeowners and businesses that invested in solar technology will no longer get a 30% tax credit under the new federal spending plan signed on Independence Day.

William Grant, owner of Sun Collectors in Peoria, said the cut may cause higher energy bills and delay or cancel solar projects through 2027.

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.

Draped Floral Vase Workshop

5:30-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $48 for 8" vase — Create stunning fused glass flower vases in this hands-on class with expert guidance.

Sea Glass Succulents Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Ticket required — Create your own sea glass succulent with step-by-step instruction and all materials provided.

Christmas in July Painting Party

1-4 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $10 entry — Celebrate the holiday spirit with a fun pottery painting event featuring discounts and festivities.

Organic Vase Clay Hand Building Class

12-2 p.m. — The Clay Den — $40.00 — Create a unique organic bud vase in this hands-on clay workshop perfect for flower displays.

Wheel Thrown Chip and Dip Dish Class

6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — All materials included — Create a stylish chip and dip bowl from start to finish with no prior experience needed.

Clay Wreath Hand Building Class

5:30-7:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — $35.00 — Create a personalized ceramic wreath using slab-building techniques in a fun and creative class.