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🌱 Patch AM: Why did the attorney suddenly quit the downtown Peoria high-rise case?
Spotted on the Peoria calendar: Umphrey's McGee
Good morning to you Peoria! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Why did the attorney suddenly quit the downtown Peoria high-rise case?
- When and where you can give blood in Peoria next month
- How Phoenix Manor and Main Street plans could reshape Peoria's future.
Also on today's calendar: Peoria Flea Market - Northwoods Mall and 6 more events.
Today's riddle: What do evil hens lay? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Wednesday: A p.m. t-storm in spots, with a high of 81 and low of 61 degrees.
- Thursday: Pleasant with clouds and sun, temps: high: 80, low: 61.
- Friday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 82 and low of 63 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Attorney for closed Downtown Peoria building withdraws from case (pjstar.com) — A key attorney has stepped away from representing the owner of a long-closed high-rise in downtown Peoria, where the city is seeking millions in fines over unresolved safety violations. New Chicago-based lawyers will now lead the case as the building remains shuttered, still needing major fire, electrical, and HVAC repairs that have frustrated city officials and residents watching the prolonged dispute. 
2. Increased demand for blood prompts more local drives (wmbdradio.com) — Blood donors in Peoria can help meet a summer shortage at an ImpactLife mobile drive at Illinois Cancer Care on North Wood Sage Road on September 3. The organization is also hosting drives in Canton and Pekin, with donors earning rewards or donating them to charity and several easy ways to schedule appointments.
3. Mayor Ali views Phoenix Manor project as another key piece to revitalizing Peoria's South Side (wcbu.org) — Peoria Mayor Rita Ali is backing the Phoenix Manor supportive housing project on the South Side, calling it crucial to bringing residents and services back to the neighborhood. She also outlines plans to revitalize Main Street, upgrade the riverfront, create a new industrial park, and use a West Main TIF to spur investment, while acknowledging Peoria likely won't land a large data center soon.
4. Rep. Sorensen discusses clean energy careers, minority business needs during Peoria stop (wcbu.org) — U.S. Rep. Eric Sorensen stopped in Peoria to talk directly with clean energy trainees and minority entrepreneurs about the challenges of starting and sustaining local businesses. He highlighted how Illinois' push into renewables could create high-paying careers in fields like wind, solar, and nuclear, and stressed the need for strong training programs so Peoria residents are ready for those emerging opportunities.
📸 Around Peoria
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Peoria
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★ Featured events ★
- Umphrey's McGee →
Friendly Valley Tavern, 3708 N Meadowbrook Rd, Peoria
7:00 pm
Wednesday August 19
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Other local events
- Food Pantry @ Wraparound Center
Peoria SD 150 1419 S Folkers Ave, Peoria, IL 61605, USA
10:00 am - Manual - PTO Presents Freshman Mixer
Manual Academy 811 S Griswold St, Peoria, IL 61605, USA
6:00 pm - CDBG Public Services Advisory Commission Meeting →
Peoria, IL Calendar, 419 Fulton Street, Suite 404, Peoria
8:30 am - Family Medical Center Drive-Thru Food Pantry
Peoria SD 150 815 Main St Ste A, Peoria, IL 61602, USA
10:00 am - Youth Backyard BBQ →
Heart of Illinois Special Rec HISRA
11:00 am - Qdoba Restaurant Night Fundraiser
Rolling Acres Middle School 1216 W Glen Ave, Peoria, IL 61614, USA
4:00 pm - Club Lounge Access: Gary Owen →
Prairie Home Alliance Theater, 201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria
8:00 pm - Peoria Flea Market - Northwoods Mall →
Northwoods Mall, 2200 W War Memorial Dr, Peoria
8:00 am
Thursday August 20
Friday August 21
Saturday August 22
Sunday August 23
📣 Peoria Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Fire Department Foreign Fire Tax Board Meeting →
Peoria, IL Calendar, Central Fire Station 505 NE Monroe, Peoria
9:00 am - Open Enrollment Meeting
Peoria Heights CUSD 325 PHGS Cafeteria
2:30 pm - JH Baseball VS Princeville Elementary School (Away)
Peoria Heights CUSD 325 Princeville Grade School, 602 N Town Ave, Princeville, IL 61559
4:30 pm - JH Softball VS Oak Grove Gs (Away)
Peoria Heights CUSD 325 Oak Grove School District #68, 6018 W Lancaster Rd, Bartonville\
4:30 pm
Wednesday August 19
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Monarch butterfly on a zinnia in our front yard.
It flew up to my chest to greet me, which God knew would cheer me up, then it headed for my front yard lamp flowers. Early summer adults live only 2… (Nextdoor Sunset Hills) - Reminder: Never put photos of children or teenagers on the internet.
No matter how safe you think it is. Protect your children from con artists and criminals looking to use an edited fake image of your child to… (Nextdoor Bournedale)
- Maui Jim posted a job opening for Supervisor, Quality Assurance (2nd Shift) in Peoria. Apply here.
- Raising Cane's posted a job opening for Cashier in Peoria. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Peoria here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Deviled eggs (Thank you Karla H. for sending it in!)
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