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Peoria
Friday, November 28th, 2025
Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of November.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A local auto shop at 4001 W. Jackson Street in Morton caught fire on Thanksgiving morning and is now a total loss & the state Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating the cause while no injuries were reported. WMBD
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ At a Central Illinois hospital, nurses worked on Thanksgiving to give care to patients even when they missed time with their families. They shared meals and support with coworkers—easing the burden of ongoing nurse shortages. 25 News Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Illinois high school football state championships begin today at Hancock Stadium with four games on Friday and continue with four more on Saturday—Peoria viewers can catch the action on WHOI MyNet 19.1 and via the NFHS Network. Pekin Daily Times
- ➤ Top high school basketball players visited OSF Healthcare Children’s Hospital of Illinois yesterday as they gathered in Peoria for the Kevin Brown Memorial Tournament at Washington Community High School. The visit let the players share Thanksgiving cheer and learn from the hospital families—an event honoring the late coach Kevin Brown. 25 News Now
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Evansville Thunderbolts vs Peoria Rivermen
7:15-9:15 p.m. — Peoria Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Watch the Thunderbolts take on the Rivermen in this hockey showdown.
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Thanksgiving Wheel Throwing Class
2-5 p.m. — The Clay Den — $45 for one piece, additional creations for $15 each — Craft festive pottery while enjoying a playful Thanksgiving-themed class.
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Crushed Glass Trees Workshop
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Cost varies — Create stunning crushed glass trees while enjoying a community art experience.
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Glass Blowing Ornaments Workshop
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $65 for three glass pieces — Create unique blown glass ornaments in a fun, hands-on workshop.
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Christmas Tree Fused Glass Dish Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Check website for pricing — Create a festive glass dish perfect for holiday treats and discover your artistic side.
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Textured Clay Mug Hand Building Fundraiser
1-7 p.m. — The Clay Den — 10% of ticket sales support Toys for Tots — Create a unique clay mug while giving back this holiday season.
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Santa’s Little Makers Clay Day Camp
12-3 p.m. — The Clay Den — Class fees apply — Kids create three unique clay gifts while experiencing the joy of giving this holiday season.
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Family Fun Ornament Painting Party
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $10 per ornament — Paint holiday ornaments and create lasting family memories in a festive atmosphere.
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Glass Blowing Ornaments Workshop
1-4 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $65 for three ornaments — Create beautiful glass ornaments in this fun and hands-on workshop.
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Tiny Tidings Acrylic Painting Class
1-3:30 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Drinks available for purchase — Create a charming winter scene featuring a moose in a red scarf while sipping warm drinks.
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