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Peoria woman submits backyard chicken proposal to city
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Backyard chickens could be clucking in Peoria in the future. Kimberly Giraldo of Peoria is spearheading an effort to allow backyard chickens in the city. Her petition on change.org already has more than 1,200 signatures since launching in late April, and she has submitted a petition to the city.
After shaky start, Peoria man, granddaughter win $8,000 on 'Wheel of Fortune'
Appearing as contestants on the game show “Wheel of Fortune,” Tony King of Peoria and his granddaughter Grace Pepperel of Dallas did not get off to an auspicious start. “I think I’m a pretty good puzzle-solver,” said King, who regularly watches the show and plays along from his couch at home. “But on...
You Gotta Eat: BBQ ribs, brisket, pulled pork and more on the menu in East Peoria
EAST PEORIA (25News Now) - They were a Peoria favorite years ago, and now they’re back in East Peoria serving up ribs, brisket, pulled pork and more. This week, local standup comedian Edgar Sandoval and 25News photojournalist Andrew Best visit Smokin’ Notes BBQ in East Peoria for this week’s edition of You Gotta Eat!
Peoria Riverfront Market is making its return on Saturday
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Saturday kicks off the start of Peoria’s farmers market season. The Peoria Riverfront Market has been a staple in Central Illinois for more than 20 years. Fresh goods will be sold starting from 8 a.m. until noon. Sharon Gramm said the farmers market is...
Ducklings hatch at Peoria Police Department
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — A clutch of ducklings has hatched at the Peoria Police Station on Wednesday. According to an update on the Peoria Police Facebook page, a clutch of 10 eggs had hatched, and some of the ducklings were spotted soaking up the sun with their mom. The...
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