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Wednesday, November 20th, 2024

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Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The final opportunity for curbside yard waste pickup in 2024 will be Friday, December 13, with the service resuming in March 2025.  City of Peoria

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A fire in a Peoria home was quickly extinguished by firefighters, displacing 10 people but resulting in no injuries, and was deemed accidental.  WMBD

CRIME NEWS

  • Two men were detained for intentionally derailing a train in Peoria County, causing significant damage.  WMBD

CULTURE NEWS

  • The Big Picture Film Festival is returning to the Peoria Riverfront Museum, highlighting Midwest filmmakers with 28 films by 61 artists, after a four-year break.  25 News Now

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Peoria's tourism industry is set to grow with a $22,650 grant from state funds, part of Illinois' effort to attract more international visitors.  25 News Now

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Illinois Central College hosted an Apprenticeship Signing and Recognition Day, where 27 students committed to employers, highlighting the importance of apprenticeships in workforce development.  WMBD

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Peoria City Council debates an ordinance to fine or jail homeless individuals for camping outdoors, amid discussion on its costs and impact on homelessness.  25 News Now
  • John Spears narrowly defeated Frank Ierulli by 63 votes in the Peoria County's 10th Judicial Circuit judge race after the final count of mail-in ballots.  WMBD
  • Peoria considers reallocating $564,000 from the defunct Cure Violence program to develop a juvenile treatment court aimed at reducing crime by working with at-risk youth and their families.  WCBU

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • Eleven Peoria-area restaurants and businesses provide a variety of Thanksgiving meal preorders, catering to different group sizes and preferences.  Pekin Daily Times

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 11/21/24

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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.

    Fri, 11/22/24

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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.

    Sat, 11/23/24

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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.

    Sun, 11/24/24

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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.

    Tue, 11/26/24

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  • Exhibition: A Small Wonder Gift Shop

    Experience a curated collection of small artworks from local artists, perfect for unique holiday gifts at the Contemporary Art Center.

    Wed, 11/27/24

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  • The Chocolate Turkey 3-Mile Run

    Experience a delightful blend of fitness and indulgence at The Chocolate Turkey 3-Mile, where runners enjoy scenic views while earning sweet treats along the route.

    Thu, 11/28/24

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  • Fused Glass Christmas Tree Workshop

    Experience the art of fused glass by creating a stunning Christmas tree while being guided by an expert instructor.

    Fri, 11/29/24

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  • Exhibition: Terri Shockency's Illustrated Puns

    Experience the whimsical art of Terri Shockency, where her paintings transform famous figures into anthropomorphic companions, revealing the joy in our human-animal relationships.

    Sat, 11/30/24

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  • Santa's Kids Workshop: Creative Gift-Making Experience

    Experience a fun-filled kids workshop where children create and wrap up to four unique holiday gifts for their family members under the guidance of skilled instructors.

    Sun, 12/1/24

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