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Sat Sep 2 2023

Rival farmer almanacs both predict a cold, snowy winter for Peoria area

Julie Ahlgren tries to keep the falling snow off her shoveled driveway Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023 in Washington.

The forecasts "attract attention and get people talking. ... But a lot of times what they do is use general phrases that are true most any year," said one weather expert.

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Dennis Scott III, a 6-foot-10 high school forward from Georgia, has received a recruiting offer from Bradley University and visited the school last weekend.

Son of former NBA player visits Peoria as Bradley recruits him

The Bradley Braves men's basketball program has made an offer to Dennis Scott III, son of a former NBA player.

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Peoria Heights shop I Know You Like A Book has a note that reads, "sorry, we're closed" in its door. Owner Mary Beth Nebel died on July 6 in Chicago.

Longtime Peoria Heights independent bookstore closes

I Know You Like A Book thanked all those who "sustained this space over the past 18 years."

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The East Peoria Raiders prepare to take the field against the Limestone Rockets on Friday, Sept. 9, 2022 at Clatt Field in East Peoria.

Stifling defense and rare wins: What we learned about Peoria-area football in Week 2

Here are some takeaways from Week 2, led by Washington's elite defense and notable wins from East Peoria, Dunlap and Richwoods.

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Sep 25, 2021; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Gophers offensive lineman JJ Guedet (50) warms up prior to the game against the Bowling Green Falcons at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Harrison Barden-USA TODAY Sports

The 28 Peoria-area athletes playing Division I college football

Here is a list of the 28 Peoria-area football players on NCAA Division I football rosters for the 2023 season, including 10 in the FBS.

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