Built in 1893, the Peoria Women's Club was an important cultural center. Today, it's infused with a new energy thanks to renovation.

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Thu Nov 23 2023

 

Historic and thriving: How a downtown Peoria club is changing

The iron gates at the entrance of Peoria Women's Club were cast at AJ Lucas foundry in Peoria when the building was constructed in 1893.

Built in 1893, the Peoria Women's Club was an important cultural center. Today, it's infused with a new energy thanks to renovation.

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Washington all-stater Kainon McQueary racked up 32 touchdowns and 20 tackles to help lead the Panthers to a Mid-Illini Conference championship and a berth in the Class 6A state semifinals this season. He's the Journal Star Football Player of the Year.
 

Journal Star football player of the year and complete all-area team

 

Washington running back Kainon McQueary leads the 2023 Journal Star all-area football team, the top 44 players in the Peoria area this season.

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Peoria artist Jessica McGhee spends a lot of time in her new studio on Main Street in a building that once housed a bar she used to own. McGhee recently finished treatment for cancer and has renewed her efforts to make her business more sustainable.
 

'I'm stronger': Cancer gives Peoria artist a new appreciation for life

 

Diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 47, Jessica McGhee found a new sense of purpose during the course of a difficult journey.

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Eureka High School junior Ryan Fuller has been nominated for a national award for overcoming his hearing impairment to inspire others.
 

'Never give up': Hearing impairment hasn't stopped this Eureka teen

 

Ryan Fuller, a two-sport athlete who aims to become a doctor, is one of three finalists for Oticon national award.

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The Bradley Braves celebrate after defeating UTEP in the championship game of the SoCal Challenge men's basketball tournament on Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2023, in San Juan Capistrano, California.
 

Bradley basketball team rides the wave and wins the SoCal Challenge

 

The Bradley Braves basketball team defeated UTEP in the championship game of the 2023 SoCal Challenge.

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