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Peoria
Thursday, December 5th, 2024
Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Don Jackson Sr., a civil rights attorney and former president of the Peoria NAACP, remembered for his significant contributions to civil rights and community service, passed away at 86. Peoria Journal Star
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ One individual was hospitalized following a single-vehicle rollover crash in East Peoria. WMBD
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two women were arrested in Peoria for attempting to steal merchandise from a Marshals store, marking multiple retail theft attempts. WMBD
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Peoria City Hall invites local artists to apply for the 2025 exhibit in Suite 207, with applications due by January 17, showcasing the city's commitment to support and display local artwork. City of Peoria
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Illinois Department of Transportation's plan for improvements to Illinois Route 29 includes reconstructing 2.6 miles of road, adding a bi-directional turn lane, pedestrian and bicycle accommodations, and relocating around 8 households and a historic pavilion. WMBD
- ➤ The Illinois Department of Transportation plans to acquire eight properties for a $64.5 million Galena Road renovation in Peoria Heights, possibly using eminent domain if agreements cannot be reached. Peoria Journal Star
- ➤ East Peoria City Council approves a $21.6 million bid from River City Construction for a new police station featuring increased security and advanced technology. WMBD
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A casino guest won $28,887 from a $12.50 bet on the Dragon Cash game at Par-A-Dice Hotel Casino in East Peoria. Peoria Journal Star
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Manual and Washington high schools lead the first AP statewide basketball poll of the season with top rankings in their respective classes. Pekin Daily Times
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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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Live Conversation with Chevy Chase Following the Screening of Christmas Vacation
This event features a live dialogue with Chevy Chase after a screening of the classic film 'Christmas Vacation' at the Peoria Civic Center.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Edmund Hillary
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