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New pool still in city’s plans as false rumors dispelled
GIBSON CITY — A group of 23 citizens gathered at Monday night’s Gibson City Council committee meeting to hear the status of a long-promised new municipal swimming pool. Attendees were mostly parents but included some senior citizens who use the existing pool at Gibson City’s North Park for water aerobics.
Monmouth Investigator Warns of Toll Payment Phishing Scams
If you have received a text message saying you have unpaid tolls in Illinois, Monmouth Police Department Investigator Josh Kramer informs that is a phishing scam and the message should be deleted:. “They are phishing text messages and it will say that it is the Illinois Tollway, you have unpaid...
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.” ...
Man considered armed, dangerous wanted for Peoria murder
PEORIA (25News Now) - The Peoria Police Department is asking for the public’s help in finding a man wanted in connection with a shooting death last week. Peoria Police said Bryan D. Vann, 35, is wanted in connection with a July 23 shooting that killed 31-year-old Quinterius Evans. He...
Third person announces plans to run for Peoria mayor
Peoria City Councilman Chuck Grayeb is running for mayor. Grayeb, who represents the 2nd District and is the longest-tenured Peoria city councilmember, announced his mayoral campaign in a Facebook post Tuesday morning, saying: "Our future can be bright. But change must happen!" "Peoria has a great future, but we have some clouds that...
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.
Dog dead, home total loss after fire Monday
MINONK, Ill. (WMBD) — A home is believed to be a total loss after a fire near Seventh and Mary streets in Minonk on Monday. According to Minonk Fire Chief Steve Allen, the call came in before 5 p.m. When firefighters arrived on the scene, the home was fully engulfed.
From aisles to lanes: Neoga IGA to turn into bowling alley
NEOGA, Ill. (WCIA) — A former Neoga grocery store will soon be transformed into a bowling alley. The upcoming venue, called Thunder Lanes, will take the place of the old Neoga IGA located at 183 West 6th Street. Officials with the new Thunder Lanes hope to honor the historic market in their efforts. “This new […]
Get your jig on at Allerton Park's Irish Fest this Friday
MONTICELLO, Ill. (WICS) — Allerton Park’s Irish Fest is this Friday, August 2. Whether it’s a jig, reel or fling, Irish-themed music tends toward upbeat songs and getting people moving. Jeff Calhoun of Turas, the Peoria-based band that will kick off the concert at 6 p.m. Turas...
‘I’m heartbroken.’ Former owner stunned at sudden closure of Galesburg Mexican restaurant
A downtown Galesburg Mexican restaurant and tequila bar has suddenly closed after just more than a year under new ownership. Workers and management were busy Monday clearing out La Cantinita Cafe & Tequila Bar, 240 E. Simmons St. By 4 p.m., bar shelves were empty and much of the furniture and other fixtures had been loaded into a U-Haul truck parked in front of the business.
9TH ANNUAL WHITE SQUIRREL SADDLE CLUB 2024 TRACTOR SHOW AND TRUCK & JEEP SHOW THIS WEEKEND
(OLNEY) The East Fork Arena, just north of the East Fork Lake Dam, at the north edge of Olney, will be busy this Saturday from 8:00 to 3:00 with the 9th Annual White Squirrel Saddle Club’s 2024 Tractor Show and Truck & Jeep Show with only a $2.00 admission, free for those age 12 & younger. With Tractor registration from 8:00 to 10:00 and Truck & Jeep signup from 9:00 to 11:00, the judging is at 12 noon with various categories and the awards & dash plaques announced at 12:30. Also a skillet throw & fan belt toss at 10:00, auction at 11:00, pedal tractor pull at 1:00, and tractor games at 2:00, concluded by a Tractor Parade. Plus plenty of concessions, a huge bouncy inflatable green tractor with grain cart obstacle, various vendors, and bring your lawn chairs for the live Outdoor Classrooms, featuring a U of I Extension garden to pantry program, a petting zoo, and information about beekeeping & Christian homeschooling. All ages welcome. For more, call Jeff anytime at 618-302-7091.
As workers return to the office, residents are moving back to Chicago and other cities, driving up home prices
Ta Juana Tang, 45, bought a home in Frankfort, a southwestern suburb of Chicago, during the COVID-19 pandemic when she started working remotely. But when in-person work started to return, Tang’s commute became too much. In April, she sold her Frankfort townhome and purchased a four-bedroom home in West Town. “When you work in construction, I’m in the office at 7:00 (or) 7:15 a.m.,” said Tang, ...
Bear Spotted Galloping Thru Carbondale, Illinois Farm Field
Do you doubt that there are more bears in Missouri and Illinois than ever before? Here's more video proof as a black bear was spotted galloping through a field near Carbondale, Illinois recently. I just came across this YouTube short shared by Scott McCree just a few days ago. Since...
Illinois Now Has Cannabis Dispensary Located On Boat Dock
The newest cannabis dispensary in Illinois is located on a lake and offers dockside service. I'm going to step out on a limb to say I think this legal recreational marijuana thing has worked out okay for Illinois. Okay, I'm just kidding, it's frickin' huge. Millions and millions of dollars have been generated in just a handful of years.
Rev. Sharpton calls for Illinois police reform law in wake of Sonya Massey killing
CHICAGO — The Rev. Al Sharpton on Tuesday called for Illinois lawmakers to pass a law in Sonya Massey’s name that would prevent law enforcement officers with serious misconduct infractions from moving to new jurisdictions. “If you’re bad in one precinct, why would we think all of a sudden you had some kind of Damascus […]
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