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Four-run seventh inning dooms Beloit Sky Carp in loss to Peoria Chiefs
BELOIT — The Beloit Sky Carp pitching staff had wriggled out of jam after jam through six innings against the Peoria Chiefs on Tuesday night. Eventually, the throwers ran out of any room to shimmy. Sky Carp reliever Xavier Meachem was blasted for four runs in the seventh inning as the Chiefs defeated Beloit 7-3 at a clear, warm and humid ABC Supply Stadium. ...
Eagles earn a split in CEFCU double-header
PEORIA, Ill. – University of Southern Indiana Volleyball (1-1) kicked off the 2024 campaign in style at the Renaissance Coliseum on Friday morning winning three-straight sets (19-25, 25-23, 25-20, 25-23) against the University of St. Thomas, 3-1. The Screaming Eagles finished the day with a narrow loss to a high-powered Depaul University, 3-2 (23-25, 25-21, 15-25, 25-22, 10-15) to open the season at the CEFCU Invitational, hosted by Bradley University.
Peoria Police Swap Handcuffs for Serving Trays to Support Special Olympics Arizona at Texas Roadhouse Fundraiser
In Peoria, police officers are swapping their handcuffs for serving trays at a Texas Roadhouse event to support Special Olympics Arizona. The fundraiser will be held today, August 28, from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the restaurant on N. Arrowhead Fountains Center Drive, combining great food with a good cause.
Peoria Man Sentenced to 42 Months for Threatening Federal Judge and Department of Human Services
A Peoria man has been sentenced to 42 months in federal prison for sending threatening communications aimed at a U.S. District Court judge, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office. On August 21, Paul Jordan Klawer, aged 34, was handed down his sentence, and will also face a three-year term of supervised release after completing his time behind bars, as reported by the U.S. Attorney's Office, Central District of Illinois.
Couple grieving the loss of six cats and facing thousands in damage after house fire
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — It’s been a rough year for the Canterbury family. In January, John Canterbury had a stroke. Then in April, he had to get his leg amputated. Now, he and his wife are grieving the loss of their six cats and facing thousands in damages to their North Peoria home after a Aug. 18 fire.
Volleyball to Host CEFCU Invitational
PEORIA, Ill. – Bradley Volleyball will begin its 51st season at the CEFCU Invitational hosted at Renaissance Coliseum, where the Braves will play three games over the course of the weekend. Game Information. Bradley v. St. Thomas. Date & Time: Friday, August 30, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. CT. Location:...
Three Days Off + Three Paragraphs From My Forthcoming Book: “Confessions Of A Spiteful Writer” - Part Six
It’s time for the weekly update on how I’m doing with the writing of my forthcoming book, “Confessions Of A Spiteful Writer.”. I’m not nearly as far as I hoped I would be. I’m just in the middle of chapter ten, which is about being a freelance writer in New York City and the start of my fanzine, fishwrap. This chapter spans August of 1993 to March of 1994.
City of Peoria, Big Picture Peoria to Unveil New Mural on September 10
August 29, 2024 (PEORIA, IL) The city of Peoria and Big Picture Peoria will unveil a new mural on the Niagara Parking Deck on Tuesday, September 10 at 9:30 a.m. at Great Harvest Bread Company, inside OSF HealthCare System, 124 SW Adams Street, in downtown Peoria. The mural will be...
Sam’s Club reopens Wednesday afternoon after water main repair
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Sam’s Club in the Willow Knolls Shopping Center reopened Wednesday afternoon after being briefly shuttered for a water issue. Peoria Fire Chief Shawn Sollberger said the store did not open as it normally does at 10 a.m. due to water main issue within the store.
Blues fest, grape stomp and more: Here are 5 things to do near Peoria this weekend
Labor Day weekend is full of activities. Here are five events you might want to check out in the Peoria area this weekend. Blues & Heritage Music Festival The 34th annual Peoria Blues & Heritage Music Festival will be held Aug. 30-31 at Peoria Riverfront Festival Park. This end-of-summer event will include a world-class lineup...
Bradley Cross Country Begins 2024 Season at Iowa
PEORIA, Ill. – The Bradley cross country teams begin the 2024 season at the Hawkeye Invitational on Friday. Where: Ashton Cross Country Course - Iowa City, Iowa. When: Friday, August 30 | Women's 4K - 6:00 p.m. | Men's 6K - 6:45 p.m. Live Scoring: https://results.wayzatatiming.com/meets/39623. Competing Teams (in...
Prep sports recap for Aug. 28, 2024
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — Kayden Hudson picked up where he left off last season. Hudson scored four goals in the first half of the season as host Peoria Notre Dame beat Quincy ND, 7-1, in the boys soccer season opener for both teams on Wednesday. Hudson, an all-state forward, scored 40 goals in helping PND […]
Eureka College Ditches its Laser Print Fleet for Epson Inkjet Business Print Solutions
LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. – Aug. 28, 2024 – Epson today announced Eureka College has chosen Epson business printing solutions to replace its fleet of laser printers deployed across campus. Following its extensive search for a print fleet with specific environmental benefits, Eureka College determined Epson’s printers met and exceeded its criteria.
Matthew R. Trew
Matthew R. Trew, 39, of Morton, passed away Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria. He was born on November 16, 1984, in Peoria, to Robert and Cynthia (Tallyn) Trew. Surviving are his parents, Robert and Cyndi Trew of Morton; siblings, Carissa (Reid) Emerson of...
Join Us (if you dare) for the Halloween Monster Bash!
We’re dying to see you at our Halloween Monster Bash on Saturday, October 26!. SAVE THE DATE and join us if you dare for a night of shaking your boo-tay and having a scary good time. We’re going to light up the dance floor at the Four Points by...
Eureka College says first-year student enrollment hit a record this year
This year's incoming class at Eureka College represents the largest number of freshman (159) enrolled at the private liberal arts school. And nearly half of 242 new students at the Woodford County-based college are both first-generation and low income, the college said in a news release earlier this week. Although...
Rainfall Reports: August 27th-28th
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — After a hot day with record setting temperatures, showers and storms brought some welcomed rain to Central Illinois on Tuesday night. Here’s a look at rainfall reports from across the region. Ottawa – 3.15″. Galva – 2.60″. ESE Altona – 2.50″
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