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Tue Jan 2 2024

Anime, Globetrotters and more: 10 events around Peoria in January

Kent Cluntey of Pekin walks through a hallway as a character named Met from the “Mega Man" games, animated series and comic books during the Animé-Zap! convention Friday, Jan. 3, 2020 at the Embassy Suites in East Peoria. Cluntey has been a part of the convention since its debut ten years ago and has his own suite to display his massive collection of manga media. [MATT DAYHOFF/JOURNAL STAR]

Harlem Globetrotters, MLK Day celebrations, anime convention and rock and comedy shows are among the things happening in Peoria, Ill., in January 2024.

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The Journal Star awards the CEFCU Athlete of the Week each week during the high school sports season.

Holiday basketball MVPs and more: Vote for athlete of the week

Hoiday basketball heroes are among the nominees for Peoria Journal Star high school athlete of the week Vote in the poll now.

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Cyd's in the Park at 5805 Knoxville Ave. at Donovan Park in Peoria.

Community's Choice: The top 3 outdoor dining restaurants in the Peoria area

Here are the 2023 Community's Choice finalists and winner for top outdoor dining restaurant in the Peoria, Illinois, area.

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The inside of the new Aldi located in Morton on Nov. 29, 2021.

Community's Choice: The top 3 grocery stores in the Peoria area

Here are the 2023 Community's Choice finalists and winner for top grocery stores in the Peoria, Illinois, area.

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Customers can order a filet mignon at Jim's Steak House in downtown Peoria.

Food and dining reporter: These are my 5 favorite menu items from 2023

From burgers to filet mignon, here are my favorite foods from this year at Peoria restaurants.

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