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‘That’s What She Said’: A night of empowering women’s stories in Greater Peoria

On this week's episode of Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois speaks with Nikki Romain, executive director of ART Inc., about the upcoming "That’s What She Said" event, taking place March 1 at the Romain Arts & Culture Center.

Scottish Rite reborn: Upcoming changes to one of Peoria's most historic venues

On this week's episode of Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois is joined by Garrett Zimmerman, director of operations for TempleLive Entertainment and Events, to discuss the grand reopening of the historic Scottish Rite Theatre — now known as "TempleLive Peoria Scottish Rite".

‘Fest in the Garden’ music and arts festival runs Oct. 5 at Luthy Botanical Garden

On this week's episode of Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois chats with Duncan Katlack about Fest in the Garden.

The image features a photo of this episode’s guest, Diane Hahn, co-founder of Mackinaw Valley Vineyard. The image has the quote “SUMMER STARTS AT MACKINAW”, with a graphic that represents the vineyard. As always, the graphic artwork also features an icon of the podcast’s sponsor PNC Bank as well as various podcast platforms where the Out and About podcast can be heard.

Mackinaw Music International Wine and Craft Beer Festival

On this week's episode of Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Diane Hahn, co-founder of Mackinaw Valley Vineyard, about the upcoming Mackinaw Music, International Wine, and Craft Beer Festival taking place Memorial Day weekend. The two-day event features live music, local food vendors, and the chance to sample wines and craft beers from around the world.

The image features a photo of Diana Klein, Executive Director of the Wheels O’ Time Museum. The image has the quote “ALL ABOARD: OPENING DAY”, with a graphic icon to promote the event that reads Wheels O’ Time Museum. As always, the graphic artwork also features an icon of the podcast’s sponsor PNC Bank as well as various podcast platforms where the Out and About podcast can be heard.

Wheels O’ Time Museum celebrates transportation history

On this week's episode of Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Diana Klein, executive director of the Wheels O’ Time Museum, about the museum’s 2026 season opening on May 1 and a full lineup of events celebrating transportation history through hands-on experiences.

The image features a photo of this episode’s guest Jake Bowers. Jake is the interim president of Peoria Proud. The image has the quote “PRIDE THROUGH THE ARTS”, with a rainbow colored graphic that reads River City Pride Peoria, IL. The graphic artwork also features an icon of the podcast’s sponsor PNC Bank as well as various podcast platform’s icons where the Out and About podcast can be streamed/downloaded.

River City Pride Festival adds Artist Row for July 18 event

On this week’s episode of Out and About, Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Jake Bowers of Peoria Proud about this year’s River City Pride Festival on July 18 at the Peoria RiverFront. The free festival features live entertainment, community organizations, interactive art, food vendors, educational programming and a new Artist Row showcasing local creatives.

Election cases are among those before the U.S. Supreme Court, though none that will change President Trump's defeat.

Religion, Abortion, Guns And Race. Just The Start Of A New Supreme Court Menu

Conservatives now have a 6-to-3 majority — a vote to spare on any given issue. Experts expect the new majority to move aggressively on an agenda more conservative than any seen since the 1930s.

19 Winter Olympic storylines we're watching (they're not just about sports)

The Winter Olympics promise plenty of high adrenaline, fierce competition, historic firsts and emotional moments over 2 1/2 weeks. Here are some of the names and narratives to keep an eye on.

Gov. JB Pritzker signs the fiscal year 2027 budget alongside top state lawmakers during a ceremony in Chicago on June 16, 2026.

Pritzker signs nearly $56B budget with new business taxes as he seeks 3rd term

Budget contains minimal spending increase despite being largest in state history

Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth (Peoria) stands next to Gov. JB Pritzker during a press conference on Monday, Sept. 20, 2021.

More Aid Coming To Peoria Families Struggling To Pay Bills

Last year the PCCEO distributed $6.7 million to 7,600 households in the Peoria area.

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