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Pekin looks to acquire property for $3 million Broadway Street project
A road and sidewalk rehabilitation project on Broadway Street in Pekin funded by a $3 million state grant is expected to begin next year. Before that happens, the city needs to purchase about 40 pieces of property and easements, or obtain temporary easements, so required infrastructure work can be done.
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This Tiny Illinois Diner Is Hidden Inside An Old Gas Station But Piles The Plates High
A giant Phillips 66 shield hangs on a diner wall in central Illinois, and nobody is pumping gas. The license plates and old stoplights hanging nearby make the scene even more curious, like a garage that switched careers. Calling the decor themed would be a little off, since themed suggests...
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Twirl Into Decades Of Family Memories At This Unassuming Illinois Italian Restaurant In Pekin
A sandwich that shares its name with a Venetian boat has been pulling central Illinois families back to the same tables for decades. It’s called the gondola, and some folks still tie it to childhood memories from the early 1990s. The bread gets talked about just as much. It’s...
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11 Peoria, Illinois Restaurants That Remain Crowded Without Paying A Dime On Advertising
A pizza joint that first opened in 1926 still closes its doors every Monday and Tuesday, and the crowds keep coming anyway. I love that kind of quiet confidence. In one river city in central Illinois, that same stubborn streak shows up all over the dinner map. One steakhouse hands you raw steaks to grill yourself, and a barbecue joint smokes its meat inside an old rail depot.
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'Times have changed': 110-year private Pekin Country Club golf course now public under new name
Pekin Country Club is now a public golf course with a new name. Marigold Meadows has emerged as the rebrand from Pekin Country Club, going from a private club to a public course on Monday, Nov. 9. The 110-year-old property, located at 310 Country Club Drive, Pekin, has been under management of co-owners and brothers, Jay and Shaun Schlosser, since April 2025. "We feel like we've done about everything we can to expand membership," Shaun Schlosser told the Journal Star, noting rates were lowered for 2026. "Long story, short, financially it's just not adding up. We just come to the conclusion that times have changed, especially in the Pekin area." Feedback regarding the condition and playability of the golf course has been overwhelming positive. However, the price tag of becoming a member — $400 a month — was potentially impeding the growth of membership. That's when Jay and Shaun decided to make a change. "We just crunched the numbers," Shaun Schlosser said. "And just decided that, 'Hey, in order for this (to be) viable business going into the future that we're going to need public play,' and we really want to embrace it. ... Preserving the golf course, it's kind
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Morton football not slowing down heading into revenge game against Mahomet-Seymour: ‘Keep pushing’
MORTON — Carper Field in Morton was a picture-perfect scene on November 7. Hundreds of faithful Potters fans packed the stands, wearing red, bundled up and wearing sunglasses to combat the low angle of the sun shining on the home sidelines. The mixture of their attire and playing in...
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Thanksgiving at home: These Peoria spots serve premade meals and pies
Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude and good food. This year, the holiday falls on Thursday, Nov. 26. It is often a time to share a filling meal with family or friends. But perhaps, one of the things you are grateful for is not having to spend hours in the kitchen. Luckily, there are plenty of Peoria-area restaurants and stores ready to lend a hand. As one noted: “We’ll Make the Meal, You Make the Memories.” Here’s a look at businesses offering Thanksgiving preorders. If you have a restaurant or business to add, reach out to CWaigand@gannett.com . Barrack’s Hospitality Group What they offer: An individual meal is $21, while an option meant to serve six is served for $68. The individual option includes turkey, gravy, dressing, whipped potatoes, vegetables and a slice of pie. The larger meal, meanwhile, features turkey, dressing, gravy, cranberry sauce and rolls. Various six-person sides are available for an additional cost. Four 10-inch pie options are also available and range in price from $14 to $19. Flavors include pumpkin, apple, fruits of the forest and apple caramel walnut. How to order: Go to https://caterinn.com/ and click the “Thanksgiving & Christmas – Pickups” button. When is
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Morton’s Isaac Davis makes major impact after position change this season
MORTON, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — For three years he was throwing passes. Now he catches them and defends them. Isaac Davis has moved from quarterback to athlete in Morton and the Potters are benefitting from the move. For three years, he was under center at quarterback but now he’s a running back and defensive back. “Being […]
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Peoria-area Opportunity Zones could help attract future development
PEORIA (25News Now) – Parts of the Peoria area have been selected as Illinois’ new Opportunity Zones, a designation local economic leaders say could help attract private investment and redevelopment in the years ahead. The program offers federal tax incentives to encourage investors to finance qualifying projects in...
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Parkview Estates resident to receive overdue repairs
PEORIA (25News Now) - After two months of waiting, things are finally changing for Parkview Estates resident Deidra Harper. On August 16, she returned home to discover her apartment’s roof had collapsed, damaging fixtures and spreading insulation everywhere. “I was devastated. I couldn’t believe it happened,” she remarked, “I...
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Pekin Daily Times to end print edition as reader habits change, costs rise
The Pekin Daily Times will cease its print edition and move to an entirely digital model beginning in January, in response to shifting reader habits and rising print costs. Like many newspapers across the country, the Daily Times has faced increased printing and delivery costs while a growing number of readers turn to digital platforms for news. The move is aimed at ensuring our long-term sustainability. The final print edition will be published Jan. 11. Subscribers will receive 24/7 access to the Pekin Daily Times and our eNewspaper, a digital replica of the newspaper on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The cost of subscriptions will be adjusted to reflect digital rates. Subscribers also will have access to the USA TODAY Network’s full suite of eNewspapers from across the country, as well as ad-free access to the USA TODAY crossword puzzle. For questions about the changes, subscribers can call customer service at 1-888-225-3993. This article originally appeared on Pekin Daily Times: Pekin Daily Times to end print edition as reader habits change, costs rise
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25 Sports Friday- November 13, 2026-Tri-Valley and Illini Bluffs battle in IHSA Volleyball state semi-finals
PEORIA (25News Now) -Tri-Valley advances to the 2A volleyball state title game. Illini Bluffs loses their semi-final match. Get 25NewsStreaming on your smart TV — it’s free and easy. Watch live newscasts, recent newscasts, top news stories, updated forecasts, local sports highlights, and exclusive content. Search “WEEK 25 News” to install.
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Area home contractor gifts new roof to Peoria veteran
A Peoria veteran is thankful for a surprise new roof gifted to him by a Creve Coeur home improvement contractor Tuesday morning. Perfect Choice Home Solutions partnered with IKO Roofing Contractors, Richards Building Supply and Daker Seamless Gutters for the repair. The roof replacement was the first time Perfect Choice had done renovation work for a veteran since it replaced windows for a veteran a few years ago.
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25 Sports High School Thursday- Illini Bluffs and Tri-Valley prep for state volleyball, signing day at Washington and Normal Community football is a love story
PEORIA (25News Now) -Practice day today for the state volleyball Final Four teams including Illini Bluffs and Tri-Valley. Signing day ceremonies at both Washington and Dunlap. Normal Community relies on Love for their remarkable football success. Get 25NewsStreaming on your smart TV — it’s free and easy. Watch live newscasts,...