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Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Peoria man named Michael Eddy aged 53 died early Tuesday morning after a Labor Day motorcycle crash on Illinois 26 in Woodford County—he was thrown from his bike when the lead rider crossed the center line into an oncoming SUV and was pronounced dead at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center. WCBU
- ➤ A 54-year-old Pekin man named Jeremy Englert was found unresponsive in his vehicle on U.S. Route 24 near Glasford Road in rural Peoria County on Saturday evening; Illinois State Police arrived at 7:54 p.m. and he was pronounced dead at 10:22 p.m.—officials said he suffered an immediate cardiac event with no signs of trauma and toxicology tests are pending. Peoria Journal Star
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 93-year-old man was arrested for first degree murder after a fatal stabbing on Tuesday in Pekin—officers responded to South 14th and Hazel where they found a female victim who later died at the hospital. WMBD
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ TempleLive has pulled out of operating the Peoria Scottish Rite Theater — all future shows have been canceled and ticket holders will be refunded at the purchase point, leaving the venue without scheduled events for now. 25 News Now
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Peoria gas prices rose nearly two cents in the last week as they averaged $3.36 a gallon on Tuesday, GasBuddy reported — this marks a five-cent increase from last month while staying 25 cents lower than this time last year. AAA Illinois reported similar levels, and GasBuddy said the national average may drop to $2.99 per gallon this fall if no major disruptions occur. WMBD
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Nonprofit Will Kenny Foundation was set up to honor Will Kenny and boost STEM programs in Central Illinois—its efforts include scholarships and grants for schools. The group is partnering with local Black Band Distillery to debut a limited edition whiskey called The Bear at a Whiskey and Robots fundraiser this Thursday from 5-9 p.m.—all proceeds will fund new STEM initiatives. WCBU
- ➤ Illinois Central College is asking for community input in its search for a new president as the board hired RH Perry and Associates to lead focus group sessions on Thursday at 8 a.m., 10 a.m., and 2 p.m., along with a virtual meeting and an online survey open until next Tuesday—current president Sheila Quirk-Bailey will retire at the end of December with Bruce Budde serving as interim. The college also reported more than 8,200 fall registrations, scheduled campus visit days on both East Peoria and Peoria campuses, and will host its 44th Landscape and Garden Day on Saturday from 9 a.m.—3 p.m. at the Horticulture Land Lab. WCBU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Riverfront road closures will begin at 7 a.m. and end at 11 p.m. on Sept. 7 around the Riverfront Museum at 225 S.W. Washington St for Go Day 2025 sponsored by Choose Greater Peoria—drivers should use alternate routes and follow parking restrictions on S.W. Water and Liberty Streets while access to the museum and event center parking is maintained. City of Peoria
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Whisper and Shout: Open Mic for Poetry
8-10 p.m. — Peoria RiverFront Market — $3-$12 — Engage with diverse poets in a vibrant open mic atmosphere.
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Textured Pumpkin Clay Hand Building Class
5:30-7:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — Cost included — Create your own unique ceramic pumpkin with various textures just in time for fall.
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Pie Pan Clay Hand Building Class
5:30-7:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — $45.00 — Create a unique ceramic pie pan and choose your glaze before it’s fired for your next gathering.
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Clay Hand Built Beer Steins Workshop
1-3 p.m. — The Clay Den — All materials provided — Craft a custom beer stein and unleash your creativity in this fun workshop.
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Morton Pumpkin Festival
7-10 p.m. — Morton Pumpkin Festival — Free entry — Enjoy the sweet twin sister harmonies of Kelly and Sarah at this community gathering.
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Fused Glass Flower Dish Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $45 for flat flower, $52 for slumped flower — Create a stunning fused glass sunflower piece with guidance and all materials included.
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Bob Ross Wet-on-Wet Oil Painting: Majestic Mountains
9 AM – 12 PM — Art at the Bodega — Supplies included — Unleash your inner artist while painting serene mountains and trees in a calming atmosphere.
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Textured Clay Mug Hand Building Class
1-2:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — $35 for one mug, $60 for two — Craft your own unique textured mug in this fun, hands-on pottery workshop.
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6 Week Wheel Throwing Class
6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — $275 — Explore pottery fundamentals and create beautiful pieces in a hands-on wheel-throwing course.
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Peoria Oktoberfest 2025
11 AM – 5 PM — Peoria RiverFront Market — $10 Friday & Saturday, $7 Sunday — Celebrate German heritage with food, drink, and live music in a vibrant festival atmosphere.
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