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Multiple shootings in Freeport overnight, no injuries reported
FREEPORT, Ill. (WTVO) — Freeport police officers heard multiple gunshots in the city early Sunday morning, but no arrests have been made and authorities are seeking the public’s help. According to police, an officer heard gunshots in the area of the 700 block of S. Liberty Avenue and the 800 block of S. Caroll Avenue […]
Rivian hosts 3rd annual Family and Friends Day at Normal plant
Electric automaker Rivian hosted its third annual Family and Friends Day on Sunday, with attendance at around 6,000 people, and company leaders speaking optimistically about the company's future plans. This year, the employee morale booster comes amid ramped up production at the plant. Vice President of Manufacturing Tim Fallon said...
New Byron ice cream shop celebrates National Ice Cream Day
BYRON, Ill. (WIFR) - Less than a year after Sam’s Drive-In in Byron closed, a new ice cream shop makes its way to Byron. “Growing up, being a kid in Byron, we’d go there,” said Katrina Kirby, owner of Sundae Social. “I mean, that was a huge memory for us going to Sam’s Drive-In. Since they’re no longer open, we kind of just wanted to fill that void.”
Peoria Makers Art Market lets artists show off their work
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — More than a dozen vendors came out for the 2nd Peoria Makers Art Market. At the Friendly Valley Tavern in Peoria, artists showed off all their goods on the outdoor lawn without having to pay a vendor fee. Ranging from jewelry to artwork and woodworking,...
Real estate sales in Peoria, Tazewell and Woodford counties for July 21, 2024
These real estate transactions, recorded the week of July 8, are compiled from information on file with Peoria, Tazewell and Woodford counties. They represent sales of $78,000 or more. PEORIA COUNTY 3101 N. Molleck Drive, Peoria: Kathy M. Perce, formerly known as Kathleen F. Johnson, also known as Kathleen P. Johnson, to Pamela Fleming,...
LP to Peoria runners hand $65,000 check to St. Jude Telethon Saturday
Forty-two experienced runners completed the 60 mile trek to Peoria Saturday for the annual St. Jude Run. They started at 5am from St. Bede, ran in fine weather and covered the distance in about eleven hours. Every runner – on average – covers about three miles. Organizer, Kelly Schaefer is a Speech Language Pathologist for Peru schools. She told 103-9 WLPO that running into the Civic Center during the annual telethon means a lot - especially to new runners:
Roscoe Gardening Club brings special deliveries to North Pointe Terrace
The Roscoe Gardening Club has been spreading joy to the residents of North Pointe Terrace assisted living facility in Roscoe by creating and delivering "bodacious bouquets" of flowers they had grown. They plan to keep up this cheerful action throughout the month of July. Bodacious Bouquets is the club's new...
PPD: Man who was shot Sunday came at officers with a ‘digging shovel’
UPDATED: (6:40 p.m.) — Peoria police shot and killed a man who came at them with a shovel when they tried to serve a warrant for not abiding by an order of protection, the police chief said. Peoria Police Chief Eric Echevarria said 46-year-old Donald Wilson had a warrant...
It's RAGBRAI week! The 51st ride kicked off Sunday with more 'normal' crowds
HENDERSON — RAGBRAI has kicked off its 51st year with a more — quote, unquote — normal feeling. Though is anything about this river-to-river ride through the Hawkeye State truly normal? After celebrating a half-century last year with a bang, fewer riders are participating in the 2024 edition of the Register's Annual...
Tom’s Take — St. Jude’s Impact on One Peru Family — July 21, 2024
The St. Jude Run is this weekend, but if you haven’t had a chance to support this year’s campaign, there’s still plenty of time. Here is one family’s story if the difference St. Jude has made for them — and it’s led to their lifelong effort to raise money for the hospital’s vital mission.
Lincoln Highway History Program Sunday, July 21
Editor’s note: Morrison Historical Society will feature Officers of the Lincoln Highway Association, at a program on Sunday, July 21, 2024, at Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. The free program begins promptly at 1:30 p.m. The public is encouraged to attend. Much of the following material was written by James Lin in A Brief History of the Lincoln Highway.
Dozens of runners pay tribute to former Richwoods High School Student for St. Jude
PEORIA (25News Now)—Hundreds of runners are coming together today to continue St. Jude’s life-saving mission through the St. Jude Runs. The Richwoods to Peoria runners are running around 30 miles today, with a goal of raising $37,000. There are 37 runners this year, and each runner is responsible for $1,000 in fundraising efforts.
CPKC To Close Several Muscatine Rail Crossings For Repairs This Week
(Muscatine, IA) -- Several railroad crossings in Muscatine will close this week for tie replacement and other maintenance. CPKC Railroad will close the Dick Drake Way and Sampson Street crossings today. Work is expected to take three days. Photo Credit: Getty Images.
Muscatine softball heads to State
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - The Muscatine softball team will play at State for the third year in a row. The Muskies made it back to State despite losing several key seniors from last year’s team. “I just think it says a lot about the type of kids we have...
Enjoy tacos and advice at Family Night
Aligned Impact Muscatine County and Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will host a free fun-filled family night on Wednesday, July 24 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The event will be hosted in collaboration with Muscatine Community College, Muscatine Community School District and West Liberty School District. It will take place at Muscatine Community College’s Student Center.
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