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Peoria Heights restaurant begins accepting cash again, updates branding
Customers again have the option to pay with cash at Brienzo’s Pizza + Bar. In a statement, the Peoria Heights business said the change was made “in response to the feedback we have received.” The restaurant − located at 4450 N. Prospect Road − previously moved to cashless operations and applied a surcharge...
After setbacks, local business on the cusp of opening in Evergreen Square in Peoria
As Leaves ‘n Beans Coffee worked to bring its new roastery to life in Peoria, owner James Cross said the business posted a sign at its Peoria Heights location: “Hey, we’re coming – May 2023.” ...
Morton father pleads with the community to help his son get new kidney
MORTON (25News Now) - The new school year brings new supplies, books, pencils, and backpacks, but one Morton boy is missing something critical. It started with stomach pain and a shocking diagnosis that followed. 14-year-old Zech Chasten was enjoying his 8th-grade year, before he noticed his left side was in...
Washington Police Department to hold fifth annual National Night Out
The Washington Police Department will celebrate National Night Out, an annual event promoting camaraderie between law enforcement and community members, 5:30-8:30 p.m. August 6, 2024, at Oak Ridge Park. Admission is free. There will be live music from Dexter O’Neal and The Funk Yard, food, bouncy houses, and equipment to...
Convicted killer sentenced to 80-years behind bars
BLOOMINGTON – A 24-year-old Bloomington man could spend the rest of his life behind bars after being sentenced in a McLean County Courtroom. During a sentencing hearing Monday, McLean County Judge sentenced Jaylin Bones to 80 years behind bars. Bones was found guilty in June by a McLean County...
Coal City receives $2.6 million in state funding to replace lead service lines
Jul. 31—Illinois EPA Interim Director James Jennings announced Thursday that $43,159,886 in funding is being provided to 17 communities to replace lead service lines, one of which was Coal City. Coal City received $2,671,206 in principal forgiveness funding, which means none of it will have to be paid back. "We know lead service lines are a major obstacle for community water supplies ...
Pekin High School Artist Earns Prestigious Honor in the 17th District Congressional Art Competition
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) congratulated Pekin Community High School senior Rachel Fry on winning the 2024 Congressional Art Competition for Illinois’ 17th District. Her winning submission, Clownish Tomfoolery, will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol Building for one year. “Young people across Central and Northwestern Illinois are going to be the key to ensuring our neighborhoods are prosperous for generations to come,” said Sorensen. “It is an honor to host this competition that celebrates the amazing artistic abilities of our high school students. It is my hope that these competitions inspire more students to pursue their passions.” The Congressional Art Competition began in 1982 and has accepted more than 650,000 pieces of art from high schoolers nationwide. Artwork from each congressional district is selected to be displayed at the U.S. Capitol. The winner of Sorensen’s Congressional Art Competition was selected by local leaders in the arts from Illinois’ 17th Congressional District.
Historical Museum to spotlight legendary racer Bill Scott
The Kewanee Historical Society Museum is hosting a “Night at the Museum” on Saturday, Aug. 3, at 3 p.m. The free event is open to the public and will feature guest speaker and Kewanee native Bill Scott, who will speak on his glory days of racing. Scott is...
Kids Craft Camp at Black Hawk College CEC in Kewanee was Full of Fun and Creative Activities
The Black Hawk College Community Education Center in Kewanee held a four-day camp for kids ages 6-11. The Kids Craft Camp included a full schedule of fun and creative activities, including painting, a tie-die extravaganza, slime-making science, and a shaving cream war. The kids created “gooey, stretchy slime in a variety of colors and textures.” The kids cooled off with a slip-and-slide and snow cones to end the day. “The camp allowed kids to explore their creativity, learn new skills, and form new friendships,” said Valerie Painter, coordinator of the Community Education Center. “We look forward to offering it again next summer!” she said.
Kewanee School Board takes personnel actions
The Kewanee School Board approved a number of personnel changes in a special meeting Monday. Brooklyn Pickering, seventh grade girls volleyball at Central effective immediately. Shannon Clayes, paraprofessional at Central effective immediately. Employment. Jennifer Chapman, sixth grade teacher at Central for the 2024-2025 school year. Gini Bennison, fifth grade teacher...
Kewanee police blotter for July 30
Police responded to a report of animal abuse and neglect in the 800 block of Pleasant Street. Police responded to a report of animal abuse and neglect in the 700 block of Madison Avenue. Katherine V. Elliott, 58, Kewanee, was arrested for aggravated battery, criminal damage to property, resisting a...
Longtime Downtown Mendota Bar And Grill Is Closing
A staple of downtown Mendota for more than 3 decades is soon to be closing its doors. Owners Dave and Joanne McNally announced that they will be closing Main Street Station Bar & Grill after Saturday, August 24th. The announcement says “A lot of thought has been put into this decision and it was not an easy choice to make”. The owners say they're looking forward to having a chance to travel and enjoy time with their family.
Police presence in Rock Island near Poor Boys Pizza & Pub
ROCK ISLAND, Ill. (KWQC) - One person was hospitalized and another is in custody after an incident Wednesday at a pub in Rock Island. TV6 is on scene outside of Poor Boys Pizza & Pub, 4121 18th Avenue, where crime scene tape can be seen along with multiple police officers.
Spook the Loop to return to Geneseo with special guest
GENESEO, Ill. (KWQC) - Geneseo will be hosting its second Spook the Loop event on August 10 with special guest Butch Patrick. Patrick, a former resident of Geneseo, is known as Eddie Munster from the classic Munsters TV sitcom, according to a media release. He lived above a downtown storefront and attended school at St. Malachy Elementary School. He also attended the event in 2023.
Anna Eve! Metamora's Anna Peplowski swims in the Olympics tomorrow!
PEORIA (25News Now) - Metamora’s Anna Peplowski has dove into the swimming for thousands of youth, high school and college swim races. Tomorrow, she dives in the the biggest swimming pool in the world- the Olympics. Peplowski is set to swim in the 4x200 USA Swim Relay tomorrow with two goals--help USA qualify for the finals and individually post one of the top two prelim times to advance to the 4 x 200 finals. Prelims are set to begin at 5:05 am Peoria time with the finals at 3:03 pm. NBC will have live coverage and replays of the prelims Thursday morning and the finals Thursday prime time.
Central Illinois moms love the bond CrossFit competition provides
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — Ashton Bashore is a former Morton High School basketball player who helped her team earn a state trophy. As Ashton Mertens, she was a key player on the first girls basketball team in school history to make it to state. That was the 31-3 team in 2006-07 that took fourth in […]
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