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Canton Police asking for help finding missing woman
UPDATE (3:13 p.m.) — Rawley has been found safe and sound according to Canton Police. CANTON, Ill. (WMBD) — Canton Police Facebook is asking the public to keep an eye out for a missing woman. 39-year-old Jill Rawley of Canton is described as being 5’1″, roughly 90 pounds...
TAPS’ new executive director wants to find more animals a home
PEKIN, Ill. (WMBD) — Under new directorship, Tazewell Animal Protective Society in Pekin wants to do all they can to find animals new homes. Effective June 27, Tori Menke will be the new executive director of TAPS. Holly Crotty, who is leaving the organization where she’s been executive director...
Three deaths in three years: A timeline of incidents at Caterpillar's Mapleton foundry
The death of a West Peoria man at Caterpillar's Mapleton foundry on June 6 marks the latest in a series of incidents at the facility that have caused concern regarding safety practices. The federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration has fined the company and various contractors working at the facility...
Salvation Army providing free food boxes later in month
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Families in need in Pekin and Peoria will soon have a lifeline from the Salvation Army. A summer food box giveaway starting June 18 will offer families basic food staples. It’ll be on a first-come, first-served basis. Dates and locations can be found below:
Pekin fire leaves home with extensive damage
PEKIN (25News Now) - A Pekin home was seriously damaged by a fire Monday morning. That home is on Charlotte Street near N. 2nd Street. Deputy Fire Chief Tony Rendleman said it happened while the family was asleep inside. They were able to safely escape after neighbors woke them. The...
10 Tazewell County projects honored by national organization
The Tazewell County Clerk and Recorder of Deeds Office announced Monday that the county won 10 national achievement awards from the National Association of Counties. NACO recognized Tazewell County government initiatives in six different categories, second statewide to only Cook County. Forgotten no more:Pekin woman and first slave freed by...
REMINDER: I-74 construction begins Monday
BRIMFIELD, Ill. (WMBD) — The Illinois Department of Transportation is reminding drivers of two bridge construction projects on Interstate-74 starting June 10. Peoria County and Knox County drivers will be affected. Specifically, County Highway 18 over I-74 about 8.5 miles west of Brimfield in Knox County on June 10 and Illinois 78 over I-74 about 4 miles west of Brimfield in Peoria County on June 17.
Coroner identifies man who died in Caterpillar Mapleton Foundry fire
MAPLETON, Ill. (WMBD) — The Peoria County Coroner Jamie Harwood has identified the man who died in a fire at the Caterpillar Mapleton Foundry. According to Harwood, Daulton Simmers, 28, of West Peoria suffered severe thermal burns throughout his entire body and likely died within a matter of seconds from the onset of the incident.
8-year-old Hanna City equestrian prepares for major races
PEORIA (25News Now) - At just eight years old, a Hanna City equestrian is ready to ride on into the semi-finals to compete in Texas and Las Vegas. Four years ago, Eden Sezentes began riding and barrel racing. Now, she’s competing nationally against those twice her age. The Hanna...
The grand opening for Canton’s new TLC Sensory Place
CANTON (25News Now) -The community of Canton gathered for the new Trinity Lutheran Church Sensory Place on Sunday. It is for children who have autism and sensory disorders. Spinning, touching, and turning things around is how children with autism and sensory disorders can help them explore different activities with the new TLC sensory place.
President of OSF HealthCare dies at 57
PEORIA, Ill. (WCIA) — OSF HealthCare announced the passing of their system president on Sunday. Sister Diane Marie McGrew, O.S.F., died peacefully early Sunday morning after a five-year battle against ovarian and uterine cancers, officials shared. She entered OSF HealthCare’s founding congregation, The Sisters of the Third Order of St. Frances, in 1988. She was […]
Bellevue’s transportation levy picks up pace on delivering projects in 2024
(The Center Square) – An update on a Bellevue levy has revealed that the city is making progress on transportation projects after dealing with several complications last year. Bellevue’s Neighborhood Safety, Connectivity and Congestion Levy was approved by voters in 2016 and does not end until 2036. Funds generated by the levy support existing projects regarding traffic safety, sidewalk construction and maintenance, traffic management, and bicycle facilities programs. ...
Tremont Turkey Festival wraps up its final day
TREMONT, Ill. (WMBD) — 3,000 pounds of turkey is how much came and went for the 58th annual Tremont Turkey Festival. More than 10,000 people came out to the three-day festival. This year’s theme was ” Flock the Block”. “Everybody in the community comes together for this...
Historic auto service business celebrates milestone anniversary
TREMONT, Ill. (WMBD) — A local family-owned car service business that has served the village of Tremont for generations is celebrating a long-term milestone. Tremont Oil Company is celebrating its 100th anniversary this Friday. The company offers various services, including oil changes, tire changes for cars and trucks, fuel...
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