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Saturday, December 28th, 2024

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Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The 2025 Recycling Calendar for curbside recycling program participants is now accessible.  City of East Peoria
  • Peoria International Airport directs holiday travelers to use a car wash lot for overflow parking due to full lots, with shuttles to the terminal, as over 43,000 passengers are expected between December 22 and January 6.  WMBD

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Severe weather has led to the delay of most flights between Central Illinois and Dallas-Ft. Worth, impacting numerous flights and schedules.  25 News Now

CRIME NEWS

  • An 18-year-old was hospitalized with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to the leg on Christmas Eve in Peoria; police are investigating with no suspects yet identified.  25 News Now
  • Two young individuals were apprehended in Peoria for allegedly stealing a vehicle and evading police on Christmas Eve.  25 News Now
  • A 15-year-old boy was arrested in Peoria for the shooting death of a 39-year-old man, with police finding a 9 mm handgun and ammunition at his residence.  25 News Now

CULTURE NEWS

  • Peoria's Northwoods Mall celebrated the start of Hanukkah with a menorah lighting ceremony that emphasized religious freedom and has been a tradition for 23 years.  25 News Now

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The Friends of Kickapoo Creek, a West Peoria conservation group, is developing a watershed protection plan and seeking public input to address pollution and water quality issues.  25 News Now

EVENTS

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  • Neurodivergent Network Meeting at Lakeview Branch

    A support group providing resource sharing for neurodivergent adults, accompanied by light refreshments.

    Sun, 12/29/24

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  • Boogie T Live in Peoria

    Experience an electrifying performance by Boogie T at the 3300 Event Center in Peoria, featuring a night of music and entertainment.

    Mon, 12/30/24

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  • Steady Flow Concert

    Steady Flow is set to perform live at the 3300 Event Center in Peoria, featuring a playlist that fans can enjoy.

    Tue, 12/31/24

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  • Exhibition of Ken Clubb's Cat Illustrations

    This exhibition features original illustrations by Peoria artist Ken Clubb, with proceeds benefiting the Peoria Humane Society.

    Tue, 1/7/25

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  • Create Unique Sea Glass Trees

    This class allows participants to craft their own sea glass trees with provided materials and instruction in a creative studio environment.

    Thu, 1/9/25

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  • Exhibition of Ken Clubb's Cat Illustrations

    This exhibition features the original illustrations by Peoria artist Ken Clubb, created for Cats Magazine, with proceeds benefiting the Peoria Humane Society.

    Fri, 1/10/25

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  • Ken Clubb Cat Illustration Exhibition

    This exhibition features original illustrations by Ken Clubb, shown for the first time and available for sale to benefit the Peoria Humane Society.

    Sat, 1/11/25

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  • Hug a Highland Cow Experience

    Families can experience an interactive event that includes hugging Highland cows, painting ornaments, and enjoying refreshments.

    Sun, 1/12/25

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  • Exhibition: Ken Clubb's Cat Illustrations

    This exhibition features original cat illustrations by Peoria artist Ken Clubb, created for Cats Magazine, and supports the Peoria Humane Society.

    Tue, 1/14/25

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  • Ken Clubb Exhibit: Cat Illustrations

    This exhibition features original cat illustrations by Peoria artist Ken Clubb, previously published in Cats Magazine, with proceeds benefiting the Peoria Humane Society.

    Wed, 1/15/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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