Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 24th of November.
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🏘️ Community
Peoria City/County Health Department aims to reallocate $560,000 originally for Cure Violence to fund a juvenile specialty court, focusing on rehabilitation and addressing the root causes of youth crime.
Most major grocery shops in the Peoria area will be closed on Thanksgiving Day 2024, with select ones offering reduced hours for last-minute needs.
🚧 Accidents
A Peoria firefighter was injured after a porch collapsed during a response to an intentionally set fire, causing a total loss of the home estimated at $40,000.
🚨 Crime
Two men were arrested in Peoria for various drug-related charges following a police raid in the West Bluff area.
A 29-year-old man was critically injured in a shooting in Peoria's East Bluff neighborhood; police have no suspects.
🎓 Education
Dr. Sharon Desmoulin-Kherat, Superintendent of Peoria Public Schools, has been awarded the 2025 Illinois Superintendent of the Year for her transformative educational strategies and strong community partnerships.
🏛️ Government
In Peoria, 20 individuals demonstrated against a city council ordinance fining and possibly jailing the homeless for camping on public property, urging political action and support for legislation protecting the homeless.
🎉 Peoria Events
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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.
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.
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.
Fused Glass Christmas Tree Workshop
Experience the art of fused glass by creating a stunning Christmas tree while being guided by an expert instructor.
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.
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.
43rd Annual Greater Peoria Farm Show
Experience the latest innovations in agriculture and explore plans for the upcoming growing season at the Greater Peoria Farm Show.
Exhibition: A Small Wonder Gift Shop
This exhibition features small works of art from local artists, perfect for holiday gifts, in a transformed gallery space at the Contemporary Art Center of Peoria.
Exhibition: 'A Small Wonder Gift Shop'
The Contemporary Art Center of Peoria will transform Gallery 3R into a gift shop featuring small works of art by local artists, ideal for holiday gifting.
Holiday Poinsettia Clay Creation Workshop
Participants will learn hand-building techniques to create decorative poinsettia flowers out of clay in a festive workshop setting.
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