Good morning, Peoria.

South Side Mission received a $73,000 donation from David Vaughn Investments through its annual Pickleball Corporate Challenge to support families, individuals and youth in need (1127 S Laramie St.).

Brightside Kitchen's Bright-O Bagels will head to New York City on Nov.

14 to join Bagel Up’s Growth Lab — an event where emerging bagel businesses get expert feedback — showcasing a taste of Peoria through its signature bagels.

Bradley University dedicated its Goldin Gateway on Founders Day at the corner of Main and University streets to honor longtime supporters Ken and Pat Goldin.

The donor-funded entry is part of campus upgrades including Harper Hall modernization plus the Zaleski Recreation Complex.

At Hoerr Nursery, horticulturist Kelly Cochran Cohlman advised gardeners to cover vulnerable plants and move tender species indoors ahead of an expected frost this weekend.

She explained that plants risk wilted or damaged leaves if left exposed (gardeners should also check soil moisture for evergreens).

Illinois residents will set clocks back one hour at 2 a.m. on Sunday, Nov.

1, gaining an extra hour of sleep. Many devices will update automatically (older timers may need manual adjustments).

Real estate records from Peoria, Tazewell and Woodford counties show a top sale at 912 Southwest Adams Street in Peoria for $678,000 during the week of Oct.

5 to Oct. 11, with multiple property sales listed at $78,000+ from county files.

The bracket selections for the IHSA football playoffs were revealed today for all 384 teams, with Peoria viewers set to watch the pairing show live on (WEEK/WHOI 19.1) at 9 p.m. Playoff games will begin Oct.

23-24, and state title games will be held at Hancock Stadium in Normal.

Friday's high school football games in Peoria and central Illinois ended with close scores, including Peoria Notre Dame's 36-14 win over Peoria High.

Today, Illini West faces Gibson City-Melvin-Sibley at 1 p.m. as the playoffs near.