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Saturday, September 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Peoria Police arrested 28-year-old Malachi Alexander on Thursday—accused of robbing a 62-year-old postal worker at gunpoint near the PCCEO Head Start building on West Butler Street on July 23. 25 News Now
- ➤ Illinois State Police released body camera footage from the deadly shooting that occurred on Aug. 5 at Northeast Glen Oak Avenue and Prospect Road—where 41-year-old Brandon Lewis swung a wooden bat at responding officers and was shot, then pronounced dead from a gunshot wound to the abdomen. 25 News Now
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ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Bureau of Labor Statistics released an August report showing that Greater Peoria added 3,000 jobs since last year, and the local unemployment rate held at 4.2 — below national levels. The Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce said growth in healthcare and workforce programs has helped keep the job market strong. 25 News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ East Peoria’s new $21.6 million police station is set to be completed next summer+ the city council recently approved spending on gym equipment for the facility. WCBU
- ➤ Peoria County Treasurer Branden Martin reminds taxpayers that the second installment of real estate taxes—due on September 10—is coming soon. Peoria County
- ➤ Lane closures will begin on Miramar Drive on September 8 for storm sewer repair work that is expected to last two weeks—weather permitting. City of Peoria
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Last Friday, Peoria high school football saw Peoria Notre Dame face Peoria High in a key Big 12 contest at Peoria Stadium—Farmington also played a major rivalry game against Elmwood/Brimfield amid other city matchups. Editors provided live updates and scores to keep fans informed throughout the season. Pekin Daily Times
- ➤ The Richwoods Knights honored late teammate Santonio Wallace by wearing decals and using a missing man formation during their home opener at Endres Field as they beat Manual 28—14. The tribute marked a heartfelt moment for the team after Wallace died in an accidental drowning on Easter Sunday. Pekin Daily Times
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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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