2023.03.15/23 Digest
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Running Blind in Traffic is a strong, but powerful autobiographical story that follows one woman’s journey through life. We spoke with the local author, …
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The central Illinois is continuing to come together for Dunlap High School soccer player Tessa Sutton. Sutton has been battling cancer since June of 2021. On the ‘Team Tessa’ Facebook page, her family says Sutton is now at a …
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An actor born in East Peoria will be making an appearance on the big screen this fall. Zach Scheerer will play Stu in the upcoming Lionsgate Productions movie, “The ReEducation of Molly Singer.” He will be acting alongside Jaime …
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When Charles Martin transformed his porch into a community pantry to help feed his neighbors during the pandemic, he thought it would be for a short amount of time. Three years later, Porch Pantry Peoria has transformed from a …
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Portable electrical devices will now be allowed in the Tenth Judicial Circuit courts in Illinois Monday. According to a press release, Chief Judge Katherine Gorman issued Administrative Order 2023-03 which modifies court practices to …
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The Fairy Godmother is working her magic, and the townsfolk are dressing up for the ball, as Metamora Township High School is preparing up for its upcoming …
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Strep throat cases have been on the rise throughout the country. After a seven-year-old boy from Bloomington and a 4-year-old girl from Peoria recently died from the illness, officials are advising parents and caregivers to be on the …
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Last week, Ron Burgundy visited Pekin and Peoria. Monday, it was Fonzie who showed up to receive some Central Illinois hospitality. Actor Henry Winkler, best known for playing Arthur “Fonzie” Fonzarelli on the hit TV series Happy Days …
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The 2023 Illinois spring trout fishing season will open on April 1 at 58 ponds, lakes, and streams throughout the state, including 20 locations in Central Illinois. These locations include: Siloam Springs State Park Lake, Clayton Gridley …