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Wednesday, December 4th, 2024
Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Phoenix Community Development Services in Peoria is seeking donations to assist the transition of individuals from homeless encampments into supportive housing following a public camping ban. 25 News Now
- ➤ The new eastbound span of McClugage Bridge is nearing completion, pending weather-dependent work like sign installation and protective coating, with initial opening to include limited traffic. Peoria Journal Star
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A family and their dogs in Peoria Heights were displaced due to a house fire caused by a toaster, resulting in $50,000 in damages and assistance provided by the Red Cross. WMBD
- ➤ Three individuals were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries following a two-vehicle collision in Peoria, causing temporary road closures. WMBD
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Peoria man, Stevie Linwood, faces charges for the shooting deaths of his girlfriend and a neighbor, marking his second indictment within two weeks. WMBD
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Peoria Riverfront Museum initiated its annual Christmas in the Village event with a tree lighting ceremony, featuring a 60-foot Norway spruce adorned with 40,000 lights, aiming to foster community spirit. WMBD
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Liberty Steel is idling its Peoria wire mill, furloughing over 500 employees due to global financial struggles and a challenging steel market. Peoria Journal Star
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Peoria's Annie Jo Gordon Community Learning Center introduces an innovative housing system in its new Hawk Hour after-school program to enhance student motivation and performance in academics. 25 News Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Brian Curtis from OSF HealthCare notes an increase in respiratory illnesses and advises against over-the-counter medications, recommending rest and hydration instead. WMBD
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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.
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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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Exhibition by Terri Shockency: Double Entendre
Terri Shockency's exhibition features colorful paintings that cleverly illustrate puns, highlighting anthropomorphized versions of famous personalities to reflect on human relationships.
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Nativity Votive Clay Hand Building Workshop
Participants will create handcrafted votive holders featuring serene nativity scenes using fundamental clay techniques in a festive workshop setting.
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Exhibition: Terri Shockency's Double Entendre
This exhibition features Terri Shockency's humorous and thought-provoking paintings that play on illustrated puns, depicting famous individuals as anthropomorphic animals.
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Exhibition: 'A Small Wonder Gift Shop'
This exhibition showcases small works of art by local artists, perfect for holiday gifting and available for immediate purchase.
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Exhibition: Terri Shockency - Double Entendre
This exhibition showcases Terri Shockency's whimsical paintings that serve as illustrated puns, featuring anthropomorphic representations of famous personalities.
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Live Blues Music with Joe Metzka Band
Enjoy a night of blues music featuring Joe Metzka and Friends at the Contemporary Art Center with the option to bring your own food and drinks.
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Peoria Ballet Presents: The Nutcracker
The Peoria Ballet stages a magical performance of 'The Nutcracker' featuring 100 local students and professional guest artists, accompanied by a live orchestra.
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Glass Blowing Workshop at Art at the Bodega
Participants will learn to blow glass and create personalized ornaments in a guided workshop designed for adults only.
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