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Tuesday, October 8th, 2024

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Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Three longtime Peoria police officers were promoted to higher ranks at a ceremony held at police headquarters, reflecting their dedicated service and various roles within the department.  Peoria Journal Star
  • The East Peoria and Fon du Lac Park police departments, along with Peoria Cars and Coffee, are hosting a Cops and Rodders Trunk-or-Treat event for families on October 18 from 5-8 p.m. at the Bass Pro Shops parking lot.  City of East Peoria
  • Open burning of dry yard waste is permitted from October 15 to November 26, with specific regulations to be followed.  City of East Peoria

CRIME NEWS

  • In Peoria, Illinois, Darris Miller was arrested for having a stolen firearm and several other charges after police were called to the Lexington Hills Apartments.  WMBD

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Central Illinois sees a decrease in gas prices, with Peoria reporting an average of $3.34/g, marking continued declines both statewide and nationally.  WMBD

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • American Water paused billing for all customers and took its customer portal offline following a cybersecurity incident to protect customer data.  25 News Now
  • Voters in Peoria County will decide between incumbent Republican Judge Frank Ierulli and Democratic challenger John Spears for the 10th Judicial Circuit court judge position on Nov. 5, focusing on their extensive legal experiences and views on community issues.  WCBU

HEALTH NEWS

  • Sister Agnes Joseph Williams has been named the new major superior of the Sisters of the Third Order of Saint Francis, which leads the OSF HealthCare System.  WCBU

SPORTS NEWS

  • The 2024 IHSA boys soccer postseason schedule for Peoria, Illinois-area teams includes pairings, schedules, and scores for Class 1A, 2A, and 3A tournaments starting later this month.  Pekin Daily Times

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Exhibition Featuring Constance Estep: This Beautiful Mess

    Experience an immersive art exhibition that explores the complexities of interpersonal relationships through unique layering and collaging techniques by artist Constance Estep.

    Wed, 10/9/24

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  • Exhibition - Constance Estep: This Beautiful Mess

    Experience an insightful exploration of interpersonal relationships through the layered and collaged works of artist Constance Estep at the Contemporary Art Center.

    Thu, 10/10/24

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  • Sesame Street Live: A Spectacular Family Show

    Experience a delightful live performance featuring beloved characters like Cookie Monster, Elmo, and Abby Cadabby in an all-singing, all-dancing extravaganza.

    Fri, 10/11/24

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  • Brandon Lake Live in Concert

    Experience an uplifting evening of music with Brandon Lake at the Peoria Civic Center.

    Sat, 10/12/24

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  • Pumpkin Spice Clay Mug Hand Building Class

    Experience the joy of creating personalized clay mugs with various textures in a fun and engaging atmosphere.

    Sun, 10/13/24

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  • Kids’ Art Club at Art at the Bodega

    Experience creativity and artistic exploration with a variety of art projects designed for children, encouraging their expression and individuality.

    Mon, 10/14/24

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  • Exhibition - Constance Estep: This Beautiful Mess

    Experience a captivating art exhibition by Constance Estep, exploring the complexities of interpersonal relationships through layering and collaging of found objects.

    Tue, 10/15/24

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  • Art Exhibition: Constance Estep - This Beautiful Mess

    Experience a thought-provoking art exhibition by Constance Estep that delves into the complexities of interpersonal relationships through innovative layering and collaging techniques.

    Wed, 10/16/24

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  • Exhibition - Constance Estep: This Beautiful Mess

    Experience the intricate exploration of interpersonal relationships through Constance Estep's layered and collaged art at the Contemporary Art Center.

    Thu, 10/17/24

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  • Harvest Howl at Peoria Zoo

    Experience the enchantment of autumn with a captivating blend of animatronic displays and live actors at Peoria Zoo's family-friendly Harvest Howl event.

    Fri, 10/18/24

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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