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¡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.
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. ...
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. ...
Vehicle fire closes lane on Interstate 74
CARLOCK – Part of Interstate 74 near Carlock was closed due to a vehicle fire on Thursday. According to information from the Illinois State Police, troopers responded to the vehicle fire in the westbound lane of I-74 near mile marker 120 at approximately 1:35 p.m. A vehicle was being...
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...
Marshall-Putnam 4-H Learn Grow Share club concludes its first year
The 4-H Learn Grow Share SPIN Club is concluding its first year, celebrating a fruitful journey that began in March. The club, aimed at educating members on sustainable gardening practices, has successfully navigated through three well-defined phases: Learn, Grow and Share. In the “learn” phase, members were introduced to vital...
Illinois high school football scores for Week 1 in Peoria area
It's Week 1 of the Illinois high school football season. See the full list of IHSA scores from Friday night. This list will be updated all night. Looking for previews? Tap here find all of our preview stories, including top players, new coaches and a complete look at Peoria teams in the Big 12 and the Mid-Illini Conference.
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...
Peoria-based Gold Star Families group issues statement on Trump’s Arlington visit
PEORIA (25News Now) - America’s Gold Star Families of Peoria (ACSF) is trying to distance itself from the controversy involving Donald Trump’s recent visit to Arlington National Cemetery, saying it was in no way involved with the events of Aug. 26. The non-profit group that supports families of...
New coaches and historic touchdowns: What we learned about Peoria-area football in Week 1
New coaches got wins, Peoria Notre Dame earned a tough loss, there were plenty of points from Morton — and Richwoods' girls flag football team made a splash. Here are some takeaways from Week 1 in Illinois high school football around the Peoria area:. IHSA Week 1: All the...
Step into fall with these Central Illinois festivals
EL PASO — Celebrate the end of summer and beginning of fall with these small-town festivals this September. The El Paso Corn Festival, Atlanta Fall Festival, Gibson City Harvest Fest, the Morton Pumpkin Festival and Dwight's Guardian Angel Basset Rescue Bash & Waddle are just a few of the community festivals taking place next month in Central Illinois.
Men's Soccer Kicks Off With Shutout
The Benedictine University men's soccer team opened 2024 by shutting out Eureka on the road. The team controlled the first half, holding a 12-1 advantage in shots but managed just one goal on a tally from Berto Castillo in the 30 minute. Castillo set up Manny Casillas in the 58th minute and Benedictine closed out the win with a 79th minute marker from Chris Reynoso. Benedictine posted 16 shots in the win. Jordan Rolon made seven saves in the blank sheet.
'Amazing opportunity': Ex-NFL kicker makes Illinois high school coaching debut against Pekin
PEKIN — Robbie Gould had a reason for launching his high school football coaching career, and it wasn't just for kicks. The former Chicago Bears and NFL kicker made his debut as a high school football head coach Friday, bringing his Rolling Meadows team to Memorial Stadium, where host Pekin beat them, 28-14, in the season opener for both teams.
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...
Top performers from Week 1 in Peoria high school football: All-state talent and late dramatics
Each week, the Journal Star will take a look at the top-performing teams and players from weekend games across the Peoria area. Players from Metamora, Eureka and East Peoria lead our list for Week 1. This list will be updated. Illinois high school football recap:Peoria-area highlights from IHSA Week 1.
Late miscues cost Fieldcrest in 34-28 loss to Meridian
MINONK – The Fieldcrest football team gave away its chance at a victory Friday. Down six points but driving for the game-tying score in their season opener against new Heart of Central Illinois Conference Small Division foe Meridian, the Knights committed a costly, ill-timed 15-yard unsportsmanlike penalty with less than 2 ½ minutes left in the game and then threw a game-altering interception on the next play to end all momentum and all but sealed an eventual 34-28 loss for Fieldcrest.
'He's a special talent': Elite Dunlap football recruit puts on show in Week 1 blowout
DUNLAP — Forget the hype — Mack Sutter is for real. The Dunlap junior showed off his abilities on both sides of the ball as he helped the Eagles cruise to a Week 1 home victory over Galesburg, 48-0. Sutter, the 6-foot-6, 225-pound tight end/linebacker, caught a touchdown pass, then returned an interception for a score as Dunlap (1-0) snapped a four-game losing streak.
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