Josh Jenke

4 days ago | pjstar.com | Josh Jenke

These real estate transactions, recorded the week of April 28, are compiled from information on file with Peoria, Tazewell and Woodford counties. They represent sales of $78,000 or more. PEORIA COUNTY123 SW Jefferson Ave., Peoria, and 125 SW Jefferson Ave., #W8D, Peoria: Steven L. Buchanan to Filiberto A. Ramos, $78,000. 3118 N. Knoxville Ave., Peoria: Sam Property Group IV LLC to Run Forest Run LLC, $80,000. 106 Amsler St., Bartonville: Peoria Heights Properties LLC to Stacie Decker, $90,000.

6 days ago | pjstar.com | Josh Jenke

May is full of activities. Here are five events you might want to check out in the Peoria area this weekend. Tenth Avenue North in concertContemporary Christian musicians Tenth Avenue North will take the stage at 7 p.m. Friday, May 10, at TempleLive Peoria at the Scottish Rite Theater, 400 NE Perry Ave. Tickets start at $36 and can be purchased at www.templelive.com. More Than Pink Walk 2025The 2025 Komen Peoria More Than Pink Walk will take place Saturday, May 10, at the Metro Centre, 4700 N.

1 week ago | pjstar.com | Josh Jenke

These real estate transactions, recorded the week of April 21, are compiled from information on file with Peoria, Tazewell and Woodford counties. They represent sales of $78,000 or more. PEORIA COUNTY1008 W. Willcox Ave., Peoria: Joseph and Elsa Gianakos to Nicole Hardin, $97,500. 1421 E. Hendryx Lane, Peoria: CMB Realty Services to Erin M. and Jaeden T. Birkett, $97,500. 2700 W. Laura Ave., West Peoria: Allenrod Properties LLC to Huston Buhs, $98,500. Need a break?

1 week ago | pjstar.com | Josh Jenke

As summer approaches and the weather gets warmer, big concerts, fundraisers and other gatherings will be happening in Peoria. Here are 16 things to do in the Peoria area during May. 1. 2025 Riverfront Market season opensThe first Riverfront Market of the 2025 season will be held from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 31, in the River Station parking lot, 212 SW Water St. The market will include fresh produce, local meats, eggs, berries, breads and cheeses from central Illinois.

1 week ago | pjstar.com | Josh Jenke

May is full of activities. Here are five events you might want to check out in the Peoria area this weekend. Disney Fest at the Peoria Riverfront MuseumDisney Fest 2025 will take place May 2-4 at the Peoria Riverfront Museum. This special event will include screenings of "Cinderella," "Alice in Wonderland" and "Peter Pan," along with pre- and post-film discussions. Other activities include a Disney Trivia Night, a Dinner and a Movie experience, animation workshops and more.