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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...
Wes: From ICC Graduate to John Deere Technician of the Year
The most important advice Wes could give young adults is to enjoy whatever career path they choose. He has certainly taken his own advice, as he has been with his employer, Prairie State Tractor, for over 20 years and is still enjoying every aspect of his career. In 2022, Wes...
Man identified as person killed in rural Tazewell County crash
The Tazewell County Corner's Office has identified a 90-year-old rural Tremont man as the person killed Saturday in a two-vehicle accident in Green Valley. The collision took place Saturday morning at the intersection of Towerline Road and Toboggan Avenue in rural Green Valley. Elmer Papenhause, 90, was pronounced dead at the scene. Preliminary autopsy...
Hunger Action Month 2024 – Fall Into Action!
The Partnership for a Healthy Community Healthy Eating/Active Living (HEAL) Action Team is asking individuals to ‘Fall Into Action’ this September. There are many different ways you can give back and participate in advocating, donating and volunteering your time throughout the tri-county area. “Hunger has continued to increase...
Volleyball to Host CEFCU Invitational
Bradley Volleyball kicks off its 51st season at the CEFCU Invitational, featuring three matches in Peoria, Illinois. The Braves will face St. Thomas, Southern Indiana, and DePaul over the weekend at Renaissance Coliseum. The season opener against St. Thomas is set for Friday, August 30, 2024, followed by games against Southern Indiana and DePaul on August 31 and September 1, respectively. With a roster featuring 10 new athletes, including a mix of freshmen and transfers, Bradley is looking to improve from last season's 9-22 record.
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...
Remaining warm and steamy
PEORIA (25News Now) - We have made it through the worst of the heat and humidity, but conditions will remain steamy for the remainder of the work week. Daytime high temperatures will trend in the mid to upper 80′s through Friday, but it will feel more like the 90′s the next few afternoons. Additional storms will be possible through the late morning as a stationary front sinks southwest, followed by some dry time this afternoon. Scattered showers and thunderstorms are also possible both Thursday and Friday as a series of fronts pass through the region. Once this front passes, cooler and less humid conditions will arrive for Labor Day Weekend!
Peoria City Council apprised of progress on landfill agreement
Peoria City Manager Patrick Urich expects an agreement with GFL Environmental on plans to address the delayed construction of a new landfill will be in place by the end of September. “We’ve been meeting with GFL, and we have a couple of points still to discuss but I think that...
Peoria man arrested, accused of shooting 16-year-old in the chest
A 19-year-old Peoria man turned himself into police Tuesday after he was identified as the prime suspect in the shooting of a 16-year-old Friday. The Peoria Police Department said that Andrew M. Drummond turned himself in at 1 p.m. and was charged with aggravated battery with a firearm, unlawful use of a weapon and possession of a handgun under the age of 21 for his alleged role in the shooting of a 16-year-old in the 1900 block...
What changes would you make? Planners seek public’s view on transportation
PEORIA HEIGHTS (25News Now) - What should the future of transportation look like in communities like Peoria and Pekin? The Tri-County Regional Planning Commission is seeking the public’s thoughts. At an open house on Tuesday, planners asked everything from what type of sidewalk people like best to what hazards...
Bradley University to host TEDx talk next month to promote ‘ideas worth spreading’
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Bradley University will bring several people together next month for a TEDx talk, a grassroots initiative, created in the spirit of TED’s overall mission to research and discover “ideas worth spreading.”. The event will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Sept. 11 at...
From Beethoven to Tina Turner: Heartland Festival Orchestra kicks off season 16
On this week's episode of Out and About, WCBU's Jody Holtz talks with Heartland Festival Orchestra's artistic director David Commanday about their upcoming "sweet" 16 season. From Beethoven's 7th to a Tina Turner tribute and more, there is something for everyone as the organization continues to "turn upside down the idea of what a symphonic concert is." Listen for more! Find subscription and season information here.
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.
Marigold Medallion Hunt is underway; third clue is released
The first three clues in the annual Pekin Marigold Festival Marigold Medallion Hunt have been released. The finder of the medallion will win $1,500, courtesy of Jimmy John's. Clues will be released by longtime clue master Gary Gillis at noon each day through Friday and at 6:30 a.m. Saturday. If the medallion hasn't been found by then, another clue will be released at 6:30 a.m. next Monday (Labor Day).
Members of the public share thoughts on Peoria-area infrastructure
PEORIA HEIGHTS, Ill. (WMBD) — An open house was held Tuesday evening at the Peoria Heights Public Library, for people to come and share their thoughts on transportation infrastructure in the region. The Tri-County Regional Planning Commission put on the event and is part of the group’s 2050 Long-Range...
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