Daily
Peoria
Saturday, August 31st, 2024
Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Peoria Civic Center to receive a new $1.3 million ice plant by summer 2026, aiming to boost long-term negotiations with the Peoria Rivermen hockey team. Peoria Journal Star
- ➤ The intersection of S DuSable Street and W Kettelle Street will be closed from Sept. 3 through November for a sewer project. City of Peoria
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Peoria has revoked Big Al's liquor license and mandated ownership change after repeated shootings, aiming for community safety. Peoria Journal Star
- ➤ A Peoria woman was arrested and charged with 27 counts of animal cruelty after police discovered 27 severely malnourished dogs in her home. 25 News Now
- ➤ A 40-year-old man, Lacorlis T. Edwards, was arrested for the murder of 45-year-old Sylvester Erving, marking Peoria's ninth homicide of the year. 25 News Now
- ➤ A man was hospitalized with severe injuries following a shooting outside the Neon Bison bar in downtown Peoria; no suspects have been identified. WCBU
- ➤ In Peoria, Zenai Wolford pleads not guilty to endangering her infant son, who died after chewing on a bag with ecstasy. WMBD
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ PeoriaCorps, in partnership with Serve IL and AmeriCorps, celebrated the graduation of two members from its green infrastructure and job skills program. City of Peoria
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Peoria announces the removal of private signs, including political and yard sale signs, from public right-of-ways starting next week, violating residents to relocate them. City of Peoria
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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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Clayton Anderson Live at Play in Peoria
Experience live music from country artist Clayton Anderson alongside the blues band Black Majic Johnson during the weeklong celebration of Peoria's culture and entertainment.
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Polymer Clay Earring Creation Workshop
Experience the joy of designing and crafting your own polymer clay earrings while learning various techniques in a supportive environment.
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Bubble Wrap Corn Art Workshop for Little Ones
Experience a fun and creative art-making session for children ages 2 to 5, where participants will design corn-themed art using bubble wrap, paint, and construction paper.
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Exhibition: Constance Estep - This Beautiful Mess
Experience an artistic exploration of interpersonal relationships through Constance Estep's layered collages and found object installations.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Naval Ravikant
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