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Bowling and entertainment center coming to Northwoods Mall
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — A new choice for bowling and entertainment will soon be available at Northwoods Mall. Tilted 10 will feature 10 lanes of bowling, two 18-hole mini golf courses, a pinball alley, a restaurant, bar and more. It will take over the 55,000 square foot space that used to be Round1.
'I'm shocked': This Peoria restaurant won our competition for best French fries in town
Final results for Peoria's French fry face-off are in. As the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris near, we wondered: Which golden-brown French fry in Peoria has what it takes to go for the gold?. The Journal Star asked the community to share the restaurants with their favorite fries, and more...
Peoria's connection to a legendary comedy duo and this cult-favorite television show
Ask Dean is a Journal Star column focusing on all things Peoria: its history, mysteries, quirks and culture. Question: I was recently rewatching "The X-Files" and saw this interesting tidbit in the background of the episode where an old-time movie was playing and the characters mentioned they needed to get back to Peoria. I did some...
‘Sweet Bids’ Runs July 15th-19th With Champion Pool And Spa!
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Peoria restaurant pauses operations for its yearly summer vacation
On June 25, The Chef and The Baker announced that their "annual 'get outta town' trip" would soon begin. The Peoria restaurant will be closed from July 1 through July 16, according to the business's Facebook post. "We will reopen on July 17th on our normal business hours," the business...
The MBIP Dog Days Of Summer…2024 - Week Number Two @: Jack’s On Adams
Jack’s On Adams has a wonderful menu that includes their own Peoria Style Tavern Pizza, a Lou Burger, a Tampa Bay Cuban Sandwich, Bluesy Beef and a Jumbo Dog, which I think is quite possibly the biggest hot dog in Peoria!. You don’t believe me? Well, let’s just go...
Saturday Night @: Big Juan’s Texas Smokehouse & Baha Beach Club
The fries were handcut, nicely seasoned and very tasty!. I poured some of their homemade Big Juan’s sauce on the ribs and was immediately taken back to memories and the taste of Big John’s ribs! These taste just like them and now the name, “Big Juan’s” makes even more sense! Wow, eating this iconic flavor in this historical Peoria building was really something.
Restaurants open and close in Peoria
Good morning, foodie friends, I hope everyone has a safe and happy Fourth of July! If you are planning to watch the Red, White and Boom fireworks show in Peoria, check out this article by reporter JJ Bullock. It discusses chances of rain, as well as the plan for rescheduling if necessary. ...
Peoria Park District’s new July 3rd event focuses on family fun
PEORIA, Ill. – A newly reimagined event is happening at Peoria’s Glen Oak Park on Wednesday, July 3rd, called ”The Streets Belong To Me: Glen Oak Park”. Peoria Park District’s Emily Cahill says there will be a lot of fun for all ages. “We’ll have...
Enjoy “Freedom Rock!” Two-Fers On The 4th Of July On 95-5, G-L-O!
95-5, G-L-O CLASSIC ROCK FANS! THIS 4TH OF JULY THURSDAY…..JOIN US HERE ON 95-5, G-L-O, AS WE ARE TEEING UP THE CLASSIC VINYL AND SPINNING TWO-FERS OF ALL AMERICAN FREEDOM ROCK ON G-L-O AT THE TOP OF EVERY HOUR, 9AM-UNTIL 7PM, SONGS ABOUT AMERICA, FREEDOM, THE U-S-A, ROCKIN’…YOU GET THE POINT…FEATURING TIMELESS MUSIC FROM SPRINGSTEEN, MELLENCAMP, DON MCLEAN, TOM PETTY, CREEDENCE, THE BEACH BOYS, NEIL YOUNG, SIR ELTON, DIAMOND DAVE, AND HENDRIX…..SO, FIRE UP THE GRILL, DRINK MANY BREWS, SLIDE ON THAT AMERICAN FLAG SPEEDO, AND ENJOY ALL THINGS AMERICA….THE 4TH OF JULY FREEDOM ROCK SOUNDTRACK, RIGHT HERE, ON 95-5, G-L-O…..PEORIA’S ALL AMERICAN CLASSIC ROCK STATION!”
Washburn pizza restaurant to close after four decade run
WASHBURN, Ill. – The owners of a Washburn pizza restaurant say they’re closing the doors for good this month. The last day of nearly four decades in business for Sicily Pizza will be July 14th. In a Facebook post, the owners say it was not an easy decision,...
Leaks and undated food: The best and worst Peoria food inspections for May
Note: Risk factor inspections are included. The Peoria City/County Health Department conducts these inspections every five years. According to comments on risk factor inspections, "For those food establishments selected, the risk factor inspection will take the place of one of the normal routine inspections." The Peoria City/County Health Department conducts...
Cuba Si, Shandi’s Yes! A Day Trip To Shandi’s Music & More In Cuba, Illinois!
I’ve never gone to Cuba, Illinois in my life. Quite frankly, up to a year ago, I had no reason to. Then last August something happened that made me want to visit this city located just a short distance from Peoria. Shandi’s Music & More opened up in Cuba!
WGLO “MOE’S SOUTHWEST GRILL 2024 FRIDAY LUNCH CERTIFICATE” Contest Official Rules
A complete copy of these rules can be obtained by contacting radio station WGLO-FM (“Station”), 456 Fulton St., Suite 398, Peoria, IL, during available business hours Monday through Friday, on the Station website www.955GLO.com, or by sending a self-addressed, stamped envelope to the above address. The Station will...
Peorians can join Elmo and friends at the Civic Center
PEORIA (25News Now) - Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster, and their beloved friends from Sesame Street are set to bring joy and excitement to audiences across the U.S. and Canada with a brand-new live show, “Sesame Street Live! Say Hello.”. The interactive production will make a special stop at...
Local experts advise keeping pets indoors as July 4th nears
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — As the Fourth of July approaches, our furry friends could be impacted by the loud noises that are generated by fireworks. According to the American Kennel Club, dogs can hear sounds as high as 65,000 Hertz. Cats can hear as high as 79,000 Hz. For...
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