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Wednesday, October 16th, 2024
Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport was named the Primary Airport of the Year for 2024 by the Illinois Department of Transportation and set new passenger records in August and September. WMBD
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man was injured in the leg from a shooting stemming from a domestic dispute in a Peoria home, with children present but unharmed. WMBD
- ➤ A one-month-old infant's death in East Bluff was ruled as cocaine intoxication, with secondary factors including neglect, despite initial beliefs of heat stress. WCBU
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Peoria Music Live Takeover festival, featuring 24 bands across various genres, aims to celebrate and enhance Peoria's music scene with proceeds supporting Harmonize Peoria. Peoria Journal Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Peoria City Council addresses concerns about increasing public safety pension costs and potential budget issues due to the upcoming end of the Illinois grocery tax. Peoria Journal Star
- ➤ Peoria City Council's discussion on the revised 2025 budget highlighted a $2.6 million general fund deficit amidst rising pension costs and efforts to address homelessness. WCBU
- ➤ Peoria County Sheriff Chris Watkins discusses the deteriorating condition of the county jail, housing challenges, and presents five options for its future, emphasizing fiscal responsibility and long-term planning. WMBD
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Peoria Journal Star invites readers to vote for the MVP among ten standout high school football players in the Peoria area, highlighting their achievements during the 2024 season. Pekin Daily Times
- ➤ The Junior Football League of Central Illinois announced its 2024 playoff brackets and schedules for six age divisions, starting Oct. 19 with championship games on Nov. 2. Pekin Daily Times
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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.
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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.
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Keepsake Pet Paw-Prints Workshop
Experience the joy of creating unique keepsake handprints with your children in a fun and easy drop-in workshop.
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Pumpkins and Potion Pottery Workshop
Experience a creative afternoon of painting charming potion bottles and pumpkins at Art at the Bodega, complete with refreshments and a full bar.
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GLPA/WAC 2024 Conference in Peoria, IL
Experience a collaborative environment at GLPA's first joint conference featuring delegate talks, workshops, and excursions around the vibrant Peoria area.
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Avatar: The Last Airbender Live in Concert
Experience the iconic soundtrack of Avatar: The Last Airbender performed live by an orchestra at the Peoria Civic Center.
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Witches Walk at W.E. Sullivan's Irish Pub
Experience a whimsical evening of witching in various costumes, with live music and specialty drinks at W.E. Sullivan's Irish Pub.
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Halloween Party at Contemporary Art Center of Peoria
Celebrate Halloween with live music featuring Dexter O'Neal & Funk Yard at the Contemporary Art Center in Peoria.
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Halloween Wheel Throwing Experience for Beginners
Experience a festive evening of wheel throwing under candlelight, where you'll create unique ceramic pieces in a Halloween-themed atmosphere.
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A Day To Remember Concert featuring August Burns Red and Stand Atlantic
Experience a night of live music with A Day To Remember, featuring performances by August Burns Red and Stand Atlantic at the Peoria Civic Center.
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