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Friday, October 18th, 2024
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Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pastor Richard Hammonds was honored in Peoria with a street naming and a dedicated day for his over 45 years of community service. WMBD
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A head-on collision on Interstate 74 near Morton resulted in one fatality and closed the eastbound lanes overnight. WCBU
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Patrick Meyer was convicted of Aggravated Vehicular Hijacking and Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon for shooting a man at a Peoria gas station in December 2022. WMBD
- ➤ Two teenagers were arrested in Peoria, Illinois, for their involvement in a stolen vehicle incident involving gunfire; a firearm was not recovered. WMBD
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Kroger is launching a $2.7 million gas station at Peoria's Evergreen Square, marking its third location in the city, with special discounts for loyalty members during its opening. Peoria Journal Star
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Washington Community High School's Torry gymnasium is set for extensive renovations including a new floor, bleacher replacements, asbestos removal, and HVAC system upgrades, with work planned for the summer of 2025. WCBU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Peoria County Election Commission encourages early application for vote-by-mail ballots to ensure timely receipt and return, highlighting security measures for drop boxes and promoting the 'Vote Anywhere' initiative. WMBD
- ➤ Peoria Heights has released compensation details for its top-earning employees, highlighting competitive salaries within the police and fire departments to retain talent. Peoria Journal Star
SHOP NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR Shop on Amazon for the car tech upgrades you need ahead of your next road trip and for better, safer driving. We love this suction cup phone mount to keep navigation instructions in your eyeline. The Buy
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Peoria Rivermen have finalized their 19-man roster for the 2024-25 season opener, including returning champions and new additions, as they prepare to face Quad City. Pekin Daily Times
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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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Fall Tour 2024 featuring Keith & Kristyn Getty and Matt Papa
Experience an uplifting evening of music with renowned artists Keith & Kristyn Getty and Matt Papa at Grace Presbyterian Church.
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Halloween Wheel Throwing Extravaganza - A Spooky Clay Experience
Experience a unique Halloween-themed wheel throwing class where participants of all skill levels can create spooky ceramic pieces under candlelight, with costumes encouraged.
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