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Spoon River College was selected by the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program (Aspen) and the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) to join the 2024-2025 cohort of the Aspen-AASCU Transfer Student Success Intensive.
Spoon River College joins its partner Western Illinois University and 18 other two- and four-year colleges engaged in the third Intensive cohort. Selected from an applicant pool of 97 institutions and three systems from 24 states, the three cohorts collectively represent a total enrollment of over 1.3 million undergraduate students from across the U.S.
Probable cause found for two to be tried for fatal shooting
A Knox County judge says there’s probable cause for two people to be tried in connection with a fatal shooting a month and a half ago. Knox County Court records indicate Judge Chad Long ruled Monday that probable cause exists to try Chase Houlden, Jr, and Gabriel Moore, both 19, on counts including First-Degree Murder and Aggravated Battery.
Local coaches work USA Basketball camp
FARMINGTON, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — There’s a part of USA Basketball in central Illinois this summer. Farmington is hosting a summer-long USA Basketball camp for players ages 8-17. The eight-week camp runs every Saturday in June and July is a free to all the participants. “There’s nothing bigger than USA Basketball. I was honored to be […]
7 juveniles injured after ‘electrical malfunction’ on Illinois roadway
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Seven juveniles were injured early Monday morning after the SUV they were traveling in had an “electrical malfunction.” According to Peoria County Sheriff Chris Watkins, deputies responded to a single vehicle crash at about 2:40 a.m. The crash, notified to deputies by an iPhone collision alert, occurred in the 11800 block […]
Macomb Police begins review of March deadly force incident; body cam video to be released
Macomb, Ill. (KHQA) — Macomb Police is moving forward with an internal investigation into the March 16 use of deadly force. Chief Jeff Hamer acknowledges State’s Attorney Matt Kwacala’s thorough review of the deadly force incident that occurred on March 16, 2024, in Macomb. The Macomb Police...
Eduardo Pérez named new director of bilingual early learning lab at WIU
Western Illinois University (WIU) has a new director for their bilingual early learning lab. Eduardo Pérez has been named as the new director of the WIU-Quad Cities Spanish Bilingual Early Learning and Family Empowerment Lab Site. Pérez brings over a decade of experience in early childhood and bilingual education to his role. Pérez will oversee […]
Abingdon-Avon High School Clay Target Shooters Participate in National Championship
Abingdon-Avon High School completed their first year of participating in competitive clay target shooting on July 14th at the USA High School Clay Target League National Championships in Mason, Michigan. A-Town had five shooters able to make the trip north. There were a total of 1734 shooters from around the United States taking part in the event.
Washington teen identified after fatal crash in East Peoria
EAST PEORIA (25News Now) - Tazewell County Coroner Charles Hanley has identified the victim of a fatal East Peoria Crash as 16-year-old Avery Grazier of Washington. Preliminary autopsy results show Grazier died from multiple blunt force injuries in a single-vehicle pickup truck crash as a passenger. East Peoria Police arrested...
Moline’s Heidi Lung Receives IMA Leadership Award ’24
Moline, IL – – Heidi Lung, Director of the Museum Studies Graduate Program at Western Illinois University, has been named one of the recipients of the Iowa Museum Association (IMA) Leadership Award for 2024. The IMA Leadership Award honors exceptional contributions to the museum field through visionary leadership.
WIU Introduces Master of Science in Engineering Technology with Precision Agriculture Emphasis
Western Illinois University will launch a Master of Science in Engineering Technology program, featuring a Precision Agriculture emphasis beginning Fall 2024. This 30-semester-hour program is designed to prepare professionals with advanced knowledge and leadership skills in agricultural technology. Key Benefits:. Nearly 100% placement rate. Small student-to-faculty ratio and class sizes.
Two Individuals Accused of Possessing & Dealing Cannabis in Grundy Co.
Two individuals from Bloomington, Illinois are accused of possessing and dealing cannabis in Grundy County. Police officials say 42-year-old Felix Rials and 33-year-old Candis Blues were arrested for possessing between 500 and 2000 grams of cannabis and possession with the intent to deliver between 500 and 2000 grams of cannabis.
Springfield Road residents disheartened after annual garage sales canceled
EAST PEORIA (25News Now)—Furniture, clothes, and your favorite knickknacks will not be lining Springfield Road this summer. The organizers of the annual garage sales announced last week that it’s canceled this year due to the ongoing road work. Residents are frustrated on two fronts: one part is due...
Man killed in early morning shooting in South Peoria
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — A man was found with apparent gunshot wounds early in the morning in Peoria. According to Peoria Police spokesperson Semone Roth, officers went to the 2500 block of West Garden Street just before 3:40 a.m. after two alerts from the ShotSpotter gunfire detection system indiccated a total of 20 rounds had been […]
Household hazardous waste collection event set for Sept. 28 in Bloomington
The Ecology Action Center (EAC) in Normal has announced a household hazardous waste collection event for Sept. 28 at the Interstate Center in Bloomington. The free event, funded by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, is intended to provide a convenient and safe way for residents to dispose of hazardous materials.
Bloomington Council approves Rivian expansion
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (WMBD) — Rivian got the go-ahead by the Bloomington City Council for two new buildings on Monday. The Enterprise Zone, where Rivian is located, got approved for expansion unanimously as part of the council’s consent agenda. According to the council itinerary, Rivian plans to expand their...
CI Hero: Bloomington 12-year-old recognized by Nickelodeon for years of service
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (WMBD) — A Bloomington 12-year-old was one of 14 honorees recently recognized nationally by Nickelodeon. This was for the networks’ inaugural Our World award. She was chosen for the honor in collaboration with the Jefferson Awards. Since she was four, Disha Rai said she’s been in...
Girl’s Flag Football is rapidly growing nationally, including right here in Peoria
PEORIA (25News Now) - Flag Football as a sport has exploded in popularity nationally, including right here in our area. Peoria High is fielding their first ever girl’s flag football team, and they plan on playing other high schools on Friday nights right before Varsity Football games. You can...
Inside Peoria City soccer's dramatic playoff weekend and what it means
PEORIA — The Peoria City delivered a drama-filled performance over the weekend in the USL2 playoffs, and now the second-year team will move on to a bigger stage. Shea Stadium will again serve as host site for multiple playoff games in the upcoming weekend, as Peoria City hosts the Flint City Bucks in...
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