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Tuesday, August 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Claire's will close 18 U.S. stores by Sept. 7 after filing for bankruptcy — the company is also seeking a buyer for 800 remaining outlets. In Illinois, several locations may be affected, including the outlet at Northwood Mall in Peoria. Pekin Daily Times
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 29-year-old man forced his way into a home near Plank—Farmington Roads Sunday around 3:05 p.m., prompting the family to lock themselves in a bedroom as the father fought him off until deputies arrived to arrest him. WMBD
- ➤ A man surrendered after a standoff with Peoria Police near N. Woodbine Terrace and W. Forrest Hill Avenue Monday afternoon — he had barricaded himself in a home with a knife and lighter fluid and made suicidal statements — and was taken to a hospital without incident. WMBD
- ➤ Peoria police arrested 42-year-old Clarissa Davs after officers found a 59-year-old man with a stab wound in the 1000 block of NE Perry at about 7:30 a.m. Saturday — his injuries were not life-threatening — and she is now held at Peoria County Jail. WMBD
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Comedian Leanne Morgan will perform stand-up on Sept. 20 at 7:00 p.m. at the Prairie Home Alliance Theater—she is known for her Southern twang, bestselling memoir, and Netflix sitcom as part of her 'Just Getting Started' tour. Peoria Journal Star
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Peoria County Board is set to vote this week on a request from Liberty Steel & Wire for a $2.65M economic development loan to finance equipment as the company plans to move its headquarters from Texas to Bartonville. If approved, county officials will finalize loan documents by the end of August—adding to the region's estimated $850 million annual economic impact. WCBU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ This summer, Pekin Community High School replaced its aging scoreboards at Memorial Stadium and Dawson Hawkins Gym with new LED digital display boards that show live scores and event details. The roughly $500,000 project is funded by the school, a booster club and local sponsors — a move that modernizes facilities and opens new revenue opportunities. WCBU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ S.W. Madison Avenue will be closed from Fulton Street to Main Street from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. on Friday, August 15 and Saturday, August 16 for the Blue Knights Law Enforcement Motorcycle Conference. Drivers should expect rolling lane closures along the designated routes—plan extra travel time. City of Peoria
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6-7 p.m. — Dang Boba, Poke & Banh Mi — Free participation — Focus and write with fellow creatives in a supportive community environment.
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Mushroom Fairy House Clay Hand Building Class
5:30-7:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — $45 — Craft your own whimsical mushroom fairy house with step-by-step guidance and decorative flair.
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Bob Ross Wet-on-Wet Oil Painting: Enchanted Falls
9 AM – 12 PM — Art at the Bodega — Supplies included — Learn Bob Ross techniques while creating your own serene masterpiece in a calming atmosphere.
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Popcorn Dish Clay Hand Building Class
1-2:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — Check online for fees — Craft your personal popcorn dish using fun clay hand-building techniques.
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Anime & Manga Club
4-5 p.m. — Peoria Heights Public Library — Free entry — Discuss manga and enjoy your favorite anime shows after school.
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Peoria Irish Fest
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South Bend Cubs at Peoria Chiefs
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Dozer Park — Cost info not specified — Watch a thrilling Minor League Baseball matchup between local rivals.
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