Sciota
LATEST NEWS
Illinois Comptroller takes step to address state’s pension challenges
(The Center Square) – The Illinois Comptroller says she is confident that the condition of Illinois’ pension system is headed in the right direction. The state’s unfunded pension liabilities have been a sore thumb for decades. The Commission of Government Forecasting and Accountability reported that Illinois’ pension system experienced growth in debt last year of […]
Illinois’ Favorite Ice Cream Flavor is Kind of Shocking
National Ice Cream Day is Sunday, July 21 and you most definitely want to celebrate. But will you celebrate with something more exciting than Illinois' favorite ice cream flavor?. Pretty much every day, there's a 'National' holiday. Some of them are actual holidays when we don't have to go to...
Western Illinois University’s Goldfarb Center Topping Out Celebrated
Construction on the Goldfarb Center for Performing Arts (GCPA) reached a new milestone today, as the final structural beam was raised into place earlier this morning. The occasion marks the completion of the Goldfarb Center’s frame. The significant milestone was celebrated with a “Topping Out” ceremony led by Executive...
Meet the New Monmouth College President
The Buchannan Center for the Arts and Security Savings Bank are co-sponsoring a meet and greet with the new President of Monmouth College. It is from 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, July 24 at the BCA Gallery and is a Reception for the Community. Meet President Dr. Patricia Draves, the 15th president...
Galesburg girl wins Li’l Miss Illinois pageant
There she is, Li’l Miss Illinois. That person is Kynleigh Fox of Galesburg, who was recently named Li’l Miss Illinois 2024 through the Miss Illinois Youth Program. Fox, daughter of Stacy Dunham, took part in the pageant recently as Li’l Miss Knox County. Fox recently turned 9 years old and will be a fourth grader at Galesburg Christian School. Among the activities she was required to take part included a talent – she danced – and an interview. Fox aced it as she was named Overall Top Interview.
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,...
Streator Police look to identify suspect in Saturday afternoon shooting
STREATOR (25News Now) - Streator Police are working to try and identify a suspect in connection with a Saturday afternoon shooting. Police said it happened around 4:45 PM Saturday at City Park. There, officers found a 32-year-old man with a gunshot wound to the back. He was taken to OSF...
Grammy-winners, legends headline Peoria Blues & Heritage Festival lineup
Blues, soul and Americana singer Shemekia Copeland, Blues Hall of Famer and three-time Grammy winner Bobby Rush, and Chicago-based blues singer, songwriter and guitarist Joanna Connor will perform at the Peoria Blues & Heritage Festival on Aug. 30-31 on the Peoria riverfront. Also appearing will be Here Come the Mummies, as well as five-time Grammy-nominated blues singer, songwriter and pianist Marcia Ball, reported Jay Goldberg Events & Entertainment in a news release. Dwayne Dopsie & The Zydeco...
Pride Fest returns to Peoria’s Riverfront
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — River City Pride Fest is back for their third year on Peoria’s riverfront. This year’s fest featured two entertainment stages, four drag shows, more than 100 vendors, community resources and a kids zone. It’s billed as their largest pride fest yet. The fest...
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.
You Still Have Time to Enjoy the Family Activities at the Prairie Chicken Arts Festival
SIDEWALK DAYS – various downtown participants. 7:00 – 10:00 A.M. – “Guns & Hoses” Breakfast by the Kewanee Police & Fire Departments, 114 N. Chestnut St., Johnson’s Appliance Parking Lot. 9:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M. – Flea Market, 300 W. 3rd St. along fence...
New Moline coffee shop opens in perfect location for commuters
MOLINE, Ill. (KWQC) -If part of your daily commute is along busy highway 6 in Moline, there is finally a new coffee shop hot spot to pick up a hand-crafted beverage and snack. Located at 6816 34th Street Court in Moline, Sunny’s Coffee is on a mission to provide high-quality beverages and foods in a cozy, comfortable atmosphere.
East Peoria teen wins national junior pool championship in St. Louis
But he picked up the game so fast he won a national title earlier this month. The East Peoria High School junior was crowned champion of his division at the 2024 American Pool Players Association National Junior Championships June 29-July 1 at the Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel in St. Louis.
Peoria City Soccer wins first playoff game
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — The Carp have their first ever postseason victory. Peoria City got a pair of second half goals and goal keeper Samy Slimi kept visiting Thunder Bay off the scoreboard in a 2-0 win in the opening round of the USL2 playoffs at Shea Stadium on Friday. Jose Gomez Ortiz scored off […]
B-N groups offer free course to address racial disparities in swim safety access
The Bloomington-Normal YMCA and the American Red Cross are teaming up to introduce a new program to provide free swimming lessons and water safety training for children. The collaborative effort seeks to equip children with essential skills to ensure their safety in and around water. B.J. Wilken, Bloomington-Normal YMCA CEO,...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.