Good morning, Peoria.

Peoria County’s GIS Department invites residents to celebrate GIS Day on November 20 from 1–4 pm at the Courthouse in Room G10.

The event will offer hands-on information about mapping and data systems in an engaging setting.

Downtown roads will be closed Tuesday, Nov.

11 from 9 a.m. to noon for the Veterans Day Parade sponsored by American Legion Post 2. The parade will begin at 10 a.m. at the intersection of W. Romeo B. Garrett Avenue and N. William Kumpf Boulevard—after which a ceremony will take place at the Peoria County Courthouse while drivers are advised to follow marked detours.

Peoria County will kick off its 200th birthday celebration on January 13 at the Peoria Riverfront Museum.

Locals can look forward to a festive event that marks two centuries of community history—an important milestone for the area.

Jerry Agatucci, a third generation owner of Agatucci’s and a restaurant legend in Peoria, passed away Tuesday night at age 87.

He retired (in 2005) after decades in the business, and his son Danny recalled that his father treated each guest like family.

Peoria resident Katie Cox, a 13-year breast cancer survivor who works at Children’s Home Associate of Illinois, was selected to join season two of Netflix’s Squid Game: The Challenge where she will compete against 455 others for a $4.56 million prize—she plans to use her winnings to support breast cancer research and local animal shelters.

The Peoria County Veterans Assistance Commission will be renamed in honor of local Medal of Honor recipient Lieutenant Colonel Harold Fritz on November 15 at 1:30 p.m.—the public is invited to join the tribute.

The Peoria County Highway Department announced that work on Maxwell Road will begin February 24th—if weather permits.

The project will follow planned protocols and may be adjusted if conditions change.

Government officials said that Cedar Hills Drive—from Crater Lane to Bland Road—will have intermittent lane closures starting Wednesday, November 20 for a water main replacement project.

Peoria City/County Landfill is reaching capacity and will soon close+ residents who use its free load program, bring construction debris, or dispose of large items will be affected+ and must look for other ways to dispose of their waste.

Peoria County is now accepting applications for the annual Civic Leadership Academy, a program run with the City of Peoria & designed to build leadership skills in residents.

On March 11, the Peoria County Highway Department closed the Staab Road bridge in Medina Township due to structural deterioration — officials have not provided a reopening date.

The Peoria Area Association of Realtors released third quarter housing data showing improvements as the market added over 120 new listings compared to Q2, with 1,543 homes sold and average prices rising about 4% to roughly $208,000 — officials note autumn is a good time to sell given falling interest rates.

Longtime Germantown Hills basketball coach Russ Garey was diagnosed with Glioblastoma and will travel to Chicago next week for treatment.

Fans at a recent game held a fundraiser to support his travel and medical expenses.

Five Peoria-area high school volleyball teams advanced to the IHSA Sweet 16 Tuesday after winning sectional semifinal matches and will play sectional finals at 6 p.m. today.

In the final matchups, Tremont will face Orion, Peoria Notre Dame will meet Port Byron Riverdale, Washington will play LaSalle-Peru, and Morton will take on Normal U-High.

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.

Park District Bubble Bowls

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Cost info not specified — Create colorful bubble bowls in a fun, creative setting.

Gabby's Dollhouse Live

5-7:30 p.m. — Peoria Civic Center — Tickets available — Experience a magical afternoon with thrilling adventures from Gabby's Dollhouse.

Holly Wreath Hand Building Class

4-6 p.m. — The Clay Den — Workshop fee varies — Craft a charming holiday wreath from clay in this festive hand-building class.

Cardinal in Winter Painting Class

6-8:30 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Cost varies — Create a personalized Cardinal in Winter acrylic painting while enjoying a fun-filled artistic atmosphere.

Make Your Own Christmas Village House Clay Class

1-2:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — Cost TBA — Design and sculpt your unique ceramic holiday house in a festive clay workshop.

Ladies Sing Along Brunch

10 AM – 12 PM — Castaways — Starts at $28.52 — Enjoy a delightful brunch while singing your favorite songs in a lively atmosphere.