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Saturday, November 9th, 2024
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Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The new traffic signals at the intersection of W Glen Avenue and N Glen Park Place in Peoria will become operational on November 11, urging drivers to exercise caution. City of Peoria
- ➤ Chris Waible, a Peoria native with a background in real estate development and architecture, has been appointed as the new CEO of the Downtown Development Corporation following Michael Freilinger's retirement. Peoria Journal Star
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ West Bluff Street is temporarily closed to all traffic except local residents due to emergency sewer repair. City of East Peoria
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A deliberate fire in a Peoria apartment led to the displacement of an adult and a child, with damages estimated at $15,000 but no injuries reported. WMBD
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Scottish Rite Theatre in Peoria is poised to reopen in March 2025 with a diverse range of events, under the new management of Arkansas-based company Temple Live. WCBU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Peoria Public Schools District 150 proposes repurposing former Quest Charter Academy buildings into an alternative high school and a biliteracy program for the 2025-26 school year. WCBU
FINANCE NEWS
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ In the Peoria County judicial race, Democrat John Spears currently leads Republican incumbent Frank Ierulli by 13 votes, with over 3,000 mail-in ballots yet to be counted. WCBU
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The IHSA state football playoffs quarterfinals brackets are set, highlighting the advancing Illinois high school teams with games scheduled for November 15 and 16. Pekin Daily Times
- ➤ The Peoria Rivermen secure a five-year lease extension at Carver Arena, underscoring their continued commitment to the Peoria community and setting the stage for future enhancements, including a planned ice plant upgrade. WCBU
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Festive Santa Gnome Clay Workshop
Experience a hands-on clay building class where you will sculpt a jolly Santa gnome under the guidance of an expert instructor.
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We Salute Veterans Display Table
Celebrate Veterans Day by exploring a curated display of books that highlight the lives of soldiers at the Peoria Public Library.
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Keepsake Pet Paw Print Workshop at Pine Lake Doggy Daycare
Create unique paw print keepsakes with your pet in a fun and friendly workshop environment.
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The Motortown All-Stars: A Motown Christmas Celebration
Experience a festive Motown Christmas event featuring lively music at the Peoria Civic Center.
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Wheel Throwing 101: Beginner's Pottery Course
Learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing pottery in an intensive 6-week course designed for beginners and those looking to refine their skills.
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Salsa Dance Night at the Contemporary Art Center
Experience an evening of Latin dance with an introductory lesson followed by open dancing to various rhythms.
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Beginner Wheel Throwing Class at The Clay Den
Experience the art of wheel throwing in this beginner-friendly class where you will learn essential techniques to create your own clay pieces.
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Fused Glass Gingerbread House Workshop
Experience the joy of creating a unique glass gingerbread house piece for your holiday decor, guided by knowledgeable staff in a creative environment.
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Washington Middle School Ornament Party
Celebrate the holiday spirit with a private ornament-making party at Art at the Bodega.
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Exhibition: Terri Shockency - Double Entendre
Experience the whimsical paintings of Terri Shockency where illustrated puns reveal the humorous side of anthropomorphic art in her series depicting famous personalities as animals.
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