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Wednesday, August 14th, 2024
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Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The northbound University Street right turn lane onto eastbound Pioneer Parkway will be temporarily shortened from Aug. 14 to Aug. 16 due to utility work, with expected delays and a call for driver caution. City of Peoria
CRIME NEWS
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A new Women's Business Center, funded by $500,000 in Congressional spending and supported by the Women's Business Development Center and the SBA, will provide assistance and advocacy for women and minority-owned businesses in Peoria. WCBU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Peoria Public Schools Board denied a motion to establish a succession committee amid concerns over vagueness and transparency. WMBD
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR With major brands like MGM and Hasbro already on board, Illinois investors have a rare opportunity to join Adobe and Fidelity in backing RAD Intel, an AI-powered advertising company whose valuation has soared from $5M to $85M in just four years.* RAD Intel
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Peoria Heights to receive over $959,000 in federal funds for crucial water system upgrades, introducing newer, less corrosive materials and ensuring clean drinking water. WMBD
- ➤ Peoria's City Council debates a ban on homeless encampments on public property, sparking a variety of opinions on its implementation and humanitarian implications. WCBU
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Home visitation services are effectively bridging the transportation gap for accessing behavioral health services in rural areas, providing essential support directly to families. WCBU
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Jeepin for MS - A Fundraising Event
Experience a day filled with Jeep shows, live music, food, and community support while raising funds for the National MS Society.
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Budding Bookworms Storytime Session
Experience a fun-filled storytime designed for early learners, where children engage with songs, stories, and creative crafts.
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Exhibition - Barbie Perry: Hope Chest
Experience an artistic installation by Barbie Perry that explores the historical significance of doilies as symbols of hope and the complexities of women's expectations in marriage.
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IEEE Central Illinois Networking Meetup
Experience an informal networking opportunity for IEEE members and guests at The Fieldhouse Bar & Grill in Peoria.
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Exhibition - Constance Estep: This Beautiful Mess
Explore the intricate artworks of Constance Estep, who delves into the complexities of interpersonal relationships through layered collages and found objects.
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Jazz Night with The Sweet Nothings at the Contemporary Art Center
Experience an evening of traditional jazz with The Sweet Nothings, a Bloomington-based group influenced by New Orleans music, at the Contemporary Art Center in Peoria.
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