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HOI Fair, Pride Fest and more: Here are 5 things to do in Peoria this weekend
July is full of activities. Here are five events you might want to check out in the Peoria area this weekend. The HOI Fair will conclude its 75th year this weekend at Exposition Gardens. The fair will run through Saturday, July 20, and features an animatronic dinosaur expedition, various agricultural events, a demolition derby, a high-flying trapeze show and more. For tickets and a full schedule of events, visit www.heartofillinoisfair.com.
As one Peoria clothing store closes its doors, another launches in Warehouse District
Aaron C. Selburg and Heidi Mitzelfelt are first-time business owners. But Selburg estimates they bring more than five decades of retail experience in the apparel industry to their new venture: The Modern Gentleman, located at 800 SW Adams Street, Suite 105 in Peoria’s Warehouse District. The duo's decision to...
Birds forced to build new home after storm destroys McClugage Bridge nest
PEORIA (25News Now) - While people are still cleaning up debris from Monday’s storm, a pair of Central Illinois osprey are doing their own clean-up. What was once an established bird nest on top of the eastbound McClugage Bridge is now a small pile of twigs. The nest could have easily been spotted driving into Peoria at the beginning of the bridge on the far left beam.
Peoria High to be among the first schools in Illinois playing girls flag football
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — Peoria High is the oldest high school in Illinois but it will be one of the new kids on the block this fall. It will be among the first schools to field a girl’s flag football team competing in the Illinois High School Association’s newest sport. The IHSA is adding girls […]
Chillicothe provides residents with lunches following Monday night’s storms
CHILLICOTHE, Ill. (WMBD) — One Chillicothe woman is offering nourishment to those still without power From Monday night’s severe storms. On Wednesday, Sky Ryerson alongside volunteers handed out lunches to those in need. They prepared the meals earlier the same morning and then distributed them at multiple locations.
Students travel to Vegas for the National ACT-SO Competition
Students travel to Vegas for the National ACT-SO Competition.
John Deere Distancing Itself From Diversity And Inclusion
(Moline, IL) -- John Deere is distancing itself from diversity and inclusion. In a social media post, the agricultural equipment manufacturer says they won't participate in cultural awareness events, are removing socially-motivated messages from company materials, and affirming diversity quotas and pronoun identification are not company policy. Last week, a...
State leaders host ‘One Peoria Back-to-School and Health Fair’
PEORIA (25News Now) - It’s never too early to start back-to-school shopping, and one state representative is making it a little easier for parents. The “One Peoria Back-To-School and Health Fair” is back for its fourth year. Families were invited out for a day of fun with...
Peoria man pepper sprayed, robbed during Facebook Marketplace robbery
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — A North Peoria man was pepper sprayed and then robbed of a laptop computer that he tried to sell on Facebook Marketplace. The incident occurred at the victim’s apartment on West Willow Knolls Road just before 10 p.m. Sunday, according to a report filed at the Peoria Police Department.
New and coming soon: Restaurants open, plan to open in Peoria area
There have been plenty of serious news stories for us to digest this week – from recent storms causing power outages for thousands in the community to the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump. Stay up to date on all the latest news stories at the Journal Star’s website.
Hy-Vee pulls out of Monmouth store despite $1M in incentives
Despite the promise of up to $1 million in economic development incentives from the city of Monmouth, Hy-Vee will not be developing the former Shopko into a grocery store. City Administrator Lew Steinbrecher said Hy-Vee confirmed with him they no longer to plan to renovate the 60,000 square foot building at 1190 N. 6th St.
Northeast ball games resume as bored parks director drags the diamonds
Ball games at Northeast Park are resuming tonight after the very bored Parks Director Andrew Dwyer made a decision. “I asked what I could do to help the community,” said Dwyer. The answer, he thought, would be to try to help return normalcy to Northeast Park, the one Kewanee...
Open the windows for some fresh air
Let Mother Nature provide free air conditioning the next few days as cooler and drier air move into the area. Highs will be in the upper 70s Thursday then the low 80s Friday through early next week. Rain chances return the middle of next week. Enjoy!
Checking in on Cambridge/Deerfield alumni competing in college athletics
Competing in college athletics requires a lot of hard work from athletes. The competition is bigger, faster and stronger than in high school. Players have to keep up with a rigorous study schedule to fulfill university academic requirements. Also, a new environment away from home could be difficult for athletes to overcome. In the 2023-2024 season, alumni from Cambridge and Deerfield competed in college from the Division 3 level to...
Two have announced plans to run for Peoria mayor next year
Editor's note: Rita Ali was the first Black woman elected to an at-large council seat in Peoria. An earlier version of this story contained incorrect information. Peoria Mayor Rita Ali is running for reelection and will have at least one opponent from within the Peoria City Council. ...
Kewanee Belle Alexander School Offering Charging Stations Today, July 17th.
Belle Alexander School in the Kewanee School District is offering charging stations again today, July 17th, from 12 to 2 PM, for anyone who needs to charge a device or escape the heat. You can enter the building through the cafeteria doors. Bottles of water and granola bars will be available for a snack while you wait. Superintendent Mrs. Baney joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about the Kewanee School Board meeting from Tuesday night. Online registration for the 2024-2025 school year opened July 17th.
New owners to continue legacy at Canton reindeer farm
CANTON (25News Now) - Snowman’s Reindeer Farm in Canton is transitioning to a new family. Scott and Tracy Snowman announced their retirement after nine Christmases, brought on by serious health complications making it nearly impossible for them to continue the day-to-day work. The Snowmans announced July 9 that they...
Peoria public works crews working to clear storm debris
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Crews with Peoria Public Works began working to clear the remaining storm debris from around the city after a severe storm caused damage around central Illinois on Monday. According to public works spokesman Nick McMillion, crews began 12-hour shifts Wednesday morning. When possible, Peoria residents...
Moline hosts Popsicle Pit-Stops on Thursdays
During this month, the City of Moline invites everyone to celebrate National Parks and Recreation Month with Popsicle Pit-Stops. Every Thursday, from 12:30 to 1:30, people can have free popsicles, get fun giveaways, and play games. The Popsicle Pit-Stops is a thank you for supporting the Moline Parks and Recreation...
Parts of East Peoria under boil advisory
EAST PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Parts of East Peoria are under a boil advisory until further notice Wednesday until a nearby water main is repaired. According to a Facebook post from the City of East Peoria on Wednesday, at about 8 a.m., water service in the area was interrupted while a water main is being repaired. Once the service is restored, several homes will be under a boil advisory until further notice.
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