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Journal Star
Jul 30, 2019
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Nick in the AM: From the start, Howard Nathan was legendary in Peoria hoops
Good morning, troops. It's Monday, July 29.The weekend ended sadly, with word about the death Sunday morning of legendary Peoria basketball player Howard Nathan.
Other news
Cleve In The Eve: Saying goodbye. ‘I don’t know how you function without a Joe Bates’

Joe Bates hasn't spent a lot of time on center stage from your view of the Journal Star, but here in the sports department, we see him as the undisputed star of the show.

Damaged Little Free Library sparks community action

PEORIA - One of the 14 Little Free Libraries scattered throughout the Peoria area was knocked over and the nearly 40 books that were once inside were ruined by the rain.

Nick in the AM: Four injured in two-vehicle accident near Macomb

NEW PHILADEPHIA - A McDonough County man was in fair condition Monday at a Peoria hospital following a two-vehicle accident last weekend.

Is crime in Peoria really up?

PEORIA - Two women stood outside their East Bluff home recently and said the situation has gotten out of hand.

Soliders from Bartonville-based National Guard unit say their goodbyes

BARTONVILLE - It'll be a time of firsts for Alec and Zachary Dumyahn.

Entertainment
The Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Musical brings holiday tradition to life

PEORIA - A new Christmas tradition is coming to life this holiday season as "The Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Musical" will make a live musical debut on Dec. 22 at the Peoria Civic Center.

Classic rock band ZZ Top celebrates 50 years with tour stop in Peoria

PEORIA - Rock and Roll Hall of Famers ZZ Top are celebrating 50 years with a North American tour that will stop at the Peoria Civic Center on Nov. 3.Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 2, and range from $39.95 to $159.95.