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Boot Camp: Returning starters could bring IVC big success this fall
CHILLICOTHE, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — The IVC Grey Ghosts hope to score a lot of points this season. And they hope it leads to a lot of wins. IVC football coach Tim Heinz, who starts his 21st season with the team, says “the majority” of his offensive unity returns from last year. He has an 18-player […]
Sam's Club in Peoria has reopened after temporary issue
Sam's Club in Peoria has reopened after a water main issue temporarily closed the business. The store, located at 4100 W. Willow Knolls Road, was operating normally Wednesday afternoon, with customers coming in and out of the building. Inside, customer service employees assured callers that the location was open. Peoria Fire Department Chief Shawn...
New $1.3 million ice plant coming to Peoria Civic Center as part of deal
A new ice plant will be installed at the Peoria Civic Center in the summer of 2026, ending months of uncertainty. The Civic Center Authority Board approved a plan Thursday night that would see $1.3 million go toward the purchase of a new ice plant from Cimco, with plans to install it by the summer 2026, according to Peoria City Councilmember Tim Riggenbach, who is also the council liaison to the Civic Center Board. ...
Temporary Signs Placed in the Right-of-Way Set to be Removed
The City of Peoria reminds residents that all private signs – political, yard sale, temporary business, or otherwise – are prohibited in the public right-of-way. Private signs illegally placed in the right-of-way should be removed as soon as possible. Starting next week, the Department of Public Works will begin removing private signs in the right-of-way.
Ezra Dohner 7th Grade Spotlight
This weeks seventh-grade spotlight is Ezra Dohner! We asked him some questions about himself, and gave some very interesting answers. What is your favorite hobby and why do you enjoy doing it?. “Playing basketball because it is the best sport”. What activities did you do over the summer?. “Played baseball”
IDOT expects to fully reopen I-74 rest area in the next few months
An Illinois Department of Transportation spokesperson says the Mackinaw Dells rest area on eastbound Interstate 74 is expected to reopen fully in November. Repairs are ongoing at an Interstate 74 rest area between Peoria and Bloomington-Normal that’s been closed for more than a year, but a full reopening isn’t expected for a few months.
Red Lobster has closed, but here are other local options for seafood in Peoria
Yes, Peoria’s Red Lobster is on the chopping block as the company seeks to shutter additional locations. This, however, does not mean the Peoria-area is bidding farewell to its only seafood restaurant. A variety of local establishments feature lobster, crab, shrimp and other ocean-dwellers on their menu. ...
‘Du Sable’ summit held in Peoria, teaches financial options to Black Owned Businesses owners
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Giving business owners the opportunity to grow, that’s what the Du Sable Summit provided to its participants Thursday at the Minority Business Development Center in Peoria. The event was put on by the Illinois Office of Minority Economic Empowerment and Black Business Collective. Black...
Prep football players ready for Friday Night Lights again
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — The Friday night lights are ready to go back on. High school football season openers are scheduled for tomorrow around the area and players can hardly wait for their Friday routines to include games again. “Friday’s are very exciting. Going to school and everybody is hyping you up,” said Tremont senior […]
¡Somos Peoria! Festival Enlivens the Valley with Grammy-Winning Melodies and Traditional Latin Celebrations
¡Somos Peoria!, the largest Hispanic Heritage Month festivity in the Valley, is gearing up to rock the grounds of Centennial Plaza with a spectacular lineup meant to stir the soul and energize the spirit — all without any heavy pomp of florid prose, just acknowledging the straightforward charm of a community celebrating its rich culture. In a move to accommodate its growing popularity, this year's event on September 28 from 4 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., transforms Peoria City Hall's backyard into a hub of Latin musical excellence, traditional festivities, and mouth-watering cuisine.
Culture. Effort. Attitude. Exploring the mottos that inspire Peoria-area football programs
Play like a champion today. That famous phrase is just an example of the many slogans plastered in football locker rooms, weight rooms and on team merchandise. Peoria-area football programs aren't much different, offering their own unique take on punch words. ...
Pride and Persistence | A new novel by local author
PEORIA, Ill (WMBD) — Local author Joe Chianakas released his latest novel “Pride and Persistence” on Tuesday, Aug. 27 and he calls it “An Unapologetically hopeful story of Love conquering hate”. Joe, being a member of the LGBTQ+ community, believes it’s important for people to have...
E-Learning day for Dunlap Middle School after air conditioning breaks down
DUNLAP, Ill. – Students at Dunlap Middle School will be staying home on Friday. The district has announced an e-learning day for the middle school students, after the building’s air conditioning unit broke earlier this week. The district’s Dr. Matt Andrews says it will take a couple days...
Volunteers needed for traveling Vietnam memorial coming to East Peoria
EAST PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — The city of East Peoria has shared information about a volunteer opportunity for those who want to help honor veterans in central Illinois. According to a news release from the city, volunteers are needed to help with the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall, which will be returning to East Peoria from Sept. 25 to 30. The memorial wall is a 3/5- scale replica of the memorial wall in Washington D.C.
Illinois high school football scores: Peoria-area IHSA live updates from Week 1
It's Week 1 of the Illinois high school football season, with nearly every team around Peoria opening the 2024 IHSA season with a nonconference game. That means lots of action all across the state of Illinois. And we're here to give you all the updates. Before kickoff, tap here to...
Real estate sales in Peoria, Tazewell and Woodford counties for Aug. 31, 2024
These real estate transactions, recorded the week of Aug. 19, are compiled from information on file with Peoria, Tazewell and Woodford counties. They represent sales of $78,000 or more. PEORIA COUNTY. 1115 N. Wildwood Court, Peoria: Joseph D. and Gloria J. Raineri to Ian B. Wolford, $83,000. 2312 W. Kellogg...
Illinois Valley Herb Guild to meet Sept. 17 in Standard
The Illinois Valley Herb Guild will have its next meeting at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 17, at the Putnam County Community Center, 128 First St., Standard. This meeting is the annual membership tea, and the guest speaker is Illinois Extension Master Gardener Barb Dahlbach. Dahlbach will present a tea garden program. Dahlbach encourages everyone to wear a hat that is fancy and handsome enough to wear to a tea party.
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