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The Best Meatloaf In Illinois Is Waiting Inside This Cozy, Under-The-Radar Restaurant
Somewhere between the cornfields and the open sky of central Illinois, a plate of meatloaf is sitting in a cozy diner, waiting patiently for you to show up and appreciate it properly. That plate belongs to the Dixie Family Restaurant in McLean, Illinois, and it’s the kind of comfort-food experience...
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Haunted Trail frightens redbirds this Halloween
The Town of Normal’s annual Haunted Trail returned this past weekend, offering visitors a Halloween experience featuring spooky displays, costumed characters, sound effects and lighting effects along Constitution Trail. William Claver, a senior at Illinois State University currently student teaching as an English education, attended the event with his...
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Five new food and drink spots opened in the Peoria area this October
A variety of food and drink businesses opened in the Peoria area this past month – from well-known brands to local concepts. Here’s a look at what’s new: Dave’s Hot Chicken Following a sneak peek in late September, Dave’s Hot Chicken welcomed the community to its grand opening on Oct. 2. Fourth District city councilmember Andre Allen , who represents the area, said it is “always exciting to see new businesses investing in Peoria.” Customers can find chicken tenders, sliders and more at the restaurant, located at 4205 N. Sterling Ave. in Peoria. More: Dave's Hot Chicken opens its first Peoria location Iwayan’s Kitchen In mid-October, Iwayan’s Kitchen opened in the Campustown Shopping Center across from Bradley University . This is owner Iwayan Wiraatmaja’s second concept in the center, as he also operates Okinawa Hibachi Sushi Ramen. Learn more: New restaurant opens at Peoria shopping center Kobe Rotary Sushi Customers will find a conveyor belt stocked with sushi, sweets, spring rolls and other items at Kobe Rotary Sushi . Each passing plate is priced the same, encouraging customers to try a variety of things. “We want people to try all different stuff,” said general manager Eric Chen. “That's the whole
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Eureka thrift shop continues Christmas tradition
The Eureka Et Cetera Shop, located just off the town square at 125 S. Main St., has welcomed thrifty central Illinois shoppers for 48 years, while its sister shop, the aptly named Store Next Door, opened in 2019 to accommodate the overflow of gently used items donated by local residents. A time-honored tradition of the Et Cetera Shop is their annual holiday decor and artificial tree sale, which returned Oct. 29 and runs through the holidays.
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Win Concert Tickets for MOTIONLESS IN WHITE in Peoria
With a Concert Codeword you heard on The Laser, click “Unlock Entry” below to sign-up for a chance to win concert tickets!. Take a shot at winning concert tickets for Motionless In White as they bring The Sweat and Blood Tour to the Peoria Civic Center Arena on November 8, 2026, with special guests Dayseeker along with The Devil Wears Prada and Dark Divine!
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Eureka resident takes over salon ownership – at age 22
As young children, Marilyn Monroe dreamed she’d be a Hollywood star, Whitney Houston and Lady Gaga wanted to be famous singers, Oprah Winfrey envisioned a career featuring international prominence, and Jennifer Lawrence planned to be a highly successful actress. Not every woman who dreams big as a child achieves...
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New Richard Pryor exhibit honors Peoria icon and the legacy he left behind
PEORIA (25News Now) - Richard Pryor left Peoria decades ago to become one of the most influential comedians of all time. Now, his hometown is welcoming him back. The Peoria Riverfront Museum unveiled its new “PRYOR” exhibition Thursday, highlighting the life, career and lasting impact of one of Peoria’s most famous native sons. The exhibit is part of the museum’s Peoria Plays America series, which celebrates local figures whose influence reached far beyond Central Illinois.
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Bradley’s physical therapy stretching out to help more than the muscle
Physical therapy students at Bradley University's Glen and Polly Barton Clinic for Fitness and Function provide free treatment to community members, including veterans and local firefighters, to gain real-world experience.