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New playground in Peoria is nearing completion
The new playground at Glen Oak Park is nearing completion. Public use of the new Tricentennial Playground at Glen Oak Park will likely begin in mid-August or later that month, according to Emily Cahill, Peoria Park District executive director. ...
One of Peoria's most popular pizza restaurants takes a break for annual vacation
PEORIA – It is vacation season — even for businesses — and Agatucci’s is the latest local restaurant to pause operations. On July 22, the establishment announced it will be closed through Aug. 13 for vacation. The longtime Peoria restaurant, situated at 2607 N. University St., plans to resume operations at 5 p.m....
Repair work begins on shopping center
Repair work has begun on the former Bracken’s Shopping Center building at Midland Plaza, but the building’s future is yet to be determined. Last week’s tornado damaged the building, and Keith Edwards, the city’s community development officer, said on Monday that the biggest threat to public safety is the awning around the building. Edwards said it would not have been safe to let customers of the businesses or patients of the dentist’s office to walk under the awning.
Liquor license fight and past restaurants: The latest Peoria food news
Good morning, foodie friends, We have plenty of Peoria-area food news to digest this week. We’ll dig into why the Peoria City Council rejected a debated liquor license. I’ll share the scoop on a smoothie shop which is coming soon, and we’ll look back at old Peoria favorites which have closed. And more restaurant...
The cost of credit: Peoria restaurants pass swipe fees on to customers as costs rise
Carol Hopkins knows the last few years have been difficult for small, local restaurants. As businesses struggle with staffing and rising operational costs, the Woodford County resident said she is “glad they’re able to stay open.” ...
Why this best-selling author keeps bringing his film expertise to Peoria
Marc Eliot’s relationship with the greater Peoria area began more than a decade ago. The New York Times best-selling author in 2012 received an invitation from the Ronald W. Reagan Society to discuss his 2008 book “Reagan: The Hollywood Years" at Eureka College. ...
One of nation's largest smoothie chains coming to East Peoria's Levee District
One of the nation's largest smoothie chains is coming to the Peoria area. Tropical Smoothie Café will introduce its line of specialty smoothies, wraps, sandwiches and salads to East Peoria’s Levee District by late 2024. The chain’s East Peoria location will occupy an existing storefront at 200 W. Washington St., according to City of...
The MBIP Dog Days Of Summer…2024 - Week Number Five @: Raber Packing Company
One of my earliest hot dog memories is going to Raber Packing Company with my dad as a kid and getting a free hot dog from the butchers there. I always loved that and wonder if they still have this perk for kids?. Well, we’re going to find out because...
City Hall Café in Peoria Rolls Out Budget-Friendly Summer Specials, Supports Foster Youth Employment
City Hall Café in Hanai Peoria is rolling out summer specials to the delight of local patrons. Coining the term "Hump Day Pick-Me-Up," the café offers a combination of coffee or tea with a choice of bagel, croissant, or donut every Wednesday for just $5, providing a much-needed midweek boost without breaking the bank. Further sweetening the deal, "Thirsty Thursday" promises a pair of medium drinks for $10 every Thursday.
'A Semblance of Reality': The art of Duffy Armstrong Farrell
On this week's episode of Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland Wright of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with artist Duffy Armstrong Farrell about her work over the years — including her latest exhibition, A Semblance of Reality, which is on display now through August 2 at Exhibit A Gallery in Peoria Heights.
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