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The Peoria Civic Center Authority gave updates on upcoming improvements to the facility and approved two purchases at its regular meeting on Thursday, March 23.

The downtown entertainment hub opened November with a record-setting weekend headlined by country star Keith Urban and comedian Bill Burr that attracted more than 22,000 guests.

In today's episode, a chef previously employed at the now-shuttered Sankoty Lakes resorts shares his vision for the hospitality industry in Peoria. Then, an Illinois Valley Community College student paves the way for people with physical disabilities in agriculture. Plus, an Illinois Senator leaves prison and moves directly into a new line of work. Also, the general manager of the Peoria Civic Center gives an update on what he calls a "phenomenal" spring season.

In today's episode, you'll hear from Blues legend Buddy Guy about his career and upcoming stop at the Peoria Civic Center. And learn why Native American history may soon be a mandatory part of the curriculum in Illinois schools. Plus, on Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland Wright of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with George Stelluto, Music Director of the Peoria Symphony Orchestra, and vocalist Debbie Wileman about the final concert of the PSO’s 125th Season tomorrow

In today's episode, you'll hear about what lies ahead for the Peoria Civic Center and just how good business has been this fall. Plus, a married couple from Colorado has recently moved to Peoria to transform a school bus into their dream tiny home. You'll hear from Levi and Rachel Plouse on how and why they're doing it.

On today’s episode, WCBU's Joe Deacon looks at the latest Peoria-area Census numbers with Chris Setti of the Greater Peoria Economic Development Council. And Natural Fiber Welding founder and CEO Luke Haverhals talks to Tim Shelley about the closure of a new 85-million-dollar funding round. Plus, WCBU's Hannah Alani talks with musical ensemble Celtic Woman ahead of their performance at the Peoria Civic Center.

On today's episode, Joe Deacon checks in with the general manager of the Peoria Civic Center about some encouraging signs from patrons. Plus, Hannah Alani interviews a journalist with expertise in the drug trade. And two experts from Bradley University talk about the latest ethical and legal issues facing social media companies.

Area resident needing relief from the high temperatures can stop by several cooling centers in Peoria. The City/County health Department says the centers…

In today's episode, you'll hear from Peoria County's first Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer Andre Allen. And Illinois House Speaker Chris Welch gives his take on the heated race for Illinois' new 91st House District between Democrat Sharon Chung and Republican Scott Preston. Plus, Broadway is coming back to Peoria at the Civic Center next week, and you'll hear about the first show of the season.

Peoria Civic Center general manager Rik Edgar says impressive seasons by Carver Arena's two primary sports tenants combined with strong concert sales for a run of successful months.