Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of October.
Good morning, Peoria.
The Moss-Bradley Residential Association has asked residents on Moss between Western and MacArthur not to host door-to-door trick-or-treaters due to an active construction zone that poses safety hazards + restricted vehicle access, while other parts of Moss remain open for trick-or-treating.
Raymour & Flanigan is hosting a Veterans' Day Sale—available until November 11—that offers up to $1,000 off select furniture for every room.
The sale gives Peoria residents a chance to update their homes ahead of the holiday season.
Illinois Central College is showing an original Rembrandt intaglio print at its East Peoria art gallery, free to the public, until November 7 — the work is on loan from Midwest Multicare — and will hold a community reception on Wednesday featuring a short printmaking talk.
Gas prices in Peoria have fallen as GasBuddy’s survey of 148 stations reported an average of $3.11 on Monday, inching closer to $3 per gallon— the lowest station was priced at $2.86.
Prices dropped about 20 cents from last month and 21 cents from this time last year.
Peoria City Council will review a proposal today for a new 80,000 square foot Dunlap school as Dunlap Community School District 323 plans to replace Wilder-Waite Grade School to address rising enrollment—features include a playground, basketball court, landscaped courtyard and future solar panel site, with construction starting mid-March and finishing by summer 2027.
The Journal Star announced the nominees for girls high school athlete of the week for Oct.
20-25, listing athletes from Dunlap, Metamora, Eureka, and Peoria Notre Dame — the poll closed at noon Friday online.
Bradley Braves men's basketball will host North Central College at 1 p.m. Sunday, Dec.
14 at Renaissance Coliseum on campus with 4,200 seats; Bradley students get free tickets starting Wednesday at 8 a.m. The team will wear special white jerseys—featuring red numbers bordered with gray and 'The Hilltop' in cursive—for this game.
Frankenstein at Corn Stock Theatre
7:30 p.m. — Corn Stock Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a captivating performance of the classic tale of Frankenstein.
Halloween Wheel Throwing Party
6:30-8 p.m. — The Clay Den — $45 — Spin spooky magic on the pottery wheel and create your own Halloween-themed masterpiece.
Thanksgiving Turkey Clay Hand-Building Class
1-3 p.m. — The Clay Den — $45.00 – $90.00 — Celebrate the season by sculpting your own clay turkey masterpiece for a unique holiday keepsake.
High Profile Athletes & Midwest Bucks 2026 7v7 Tryouts
5:30-7 p.m. — Peoria Stadium — Free entry — Showcase your skills in a competitive 7v7 football tryout event.
Foster Family Information Session
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Central Illinois Friends Community Center — Free entry — Discover the process of becoming a licensed foster family and support youth in need.
Textured Pumpkin Clay Hand Building Class
4-6 p.m. — The Clay Den — $35 — Get into the fall spirit while hand-building your own unique ceramic pumpkin.
Quad City Storm vs. Peoria Rivermen
7:15-9:15 p.m. — Peoria Civic Center — Enjoy a competitive ice hockey matchup between local favorites.
Spilled Tea Bookmark Crafting
1-2:30 p.m. — Fondulac District Library — Free entry — Create whimsical bookmarks that express your love of reading with a fun spilled tea design.
Fused Glass Ornaments Workshop
1-3:30 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Varies by ticket — Create a beautiful fused glass Christmas ornament while enjoying a festive atmosphere and refreshments.
Board Game Night
6-9 p.m. — Border Brewing Co. — Free entry — Enjoy a night of social gaming and meet fellow enthusiasts in the community.
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