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Thursday, November 14th, 2024
Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Peoria City Council unanimously approves a new recreational center with a go-kart track, mini-golf, and a restaurant, alongside addressing safety concerns. 25 News Now
- ➤ Peoria's Wisconsin Avenue has reopened after a $6.5 million reconstruction, improving connectivity and safety with new sidewalks and multi-use paths, with hopes for positive economic impacts. WMBD
- ➤ Peoria will invest $945,000 in federal funds for a Habitat for Humanity project to build six affordable homes on the site of the demolished McKinley School. Peoria Journal Star
- ➤ Peoria City Council approves the Big Dawg Speedway amusement park project with conditions for security measures to address community concerns. WCBU
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In Peoria, Illinois, a 33-year-old man named Ishmiel Gates was apprehended for allegedly possessing a stolen vehicle. WMBD
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A grassroots group in Peoria County, Illinois, is opposing four proposed windmill projects due to concerns over property values, livestock and wildlife impact, and resident health issues. WMBD
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Illinois Secretary of State and Peoria International Airport are facilitating a REAL ID enrollment event to meet upcoming federal requirements. WMBD
- ➤ The reconstructed segment of MacArthur Highway between Moss Avenue and Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Peoria has reopened, following a $1 million project. City of Peoria
- ➤ Peoria City Council passed a $288 million FY2025 budget, raising total property taxes by 7.8% without offering a property tax break or imposing a new grocery tax, while allocating $65 million for infrastructure. WMBD
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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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Wheel Throwing 101: Intensive 6-Week Pottery Course
Learn the art of pottery through an immersive 6-week course focused on wheel throwing techniques for beginners and those looking to enhance their skills.
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Bored Teachers: The Struggle Is Real! Comedy Tour
Experience an entertaining evening with the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour, featuring humor relevant to educators and life in the classroom.
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Fused Glass Christmas Tree Dish Workshop
Experience the joy of creating personalized fused glass dishes in this hands-on workshop featuring festive designs.
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Tracht-n-Stein Fest at Lindenhof
Celebrate German culture with food, beer, and traditional attire at the Tracht-n-Stein Fest featuring live music and door prizes.
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Exhibition - Terri Shockency: Double Entendre
Experience the whimsical paintings of Terri Shockency, where illustrated puns bring humor and insight into our relationships with anthropomorphic animals and famous figures.
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