The public could access a variety of free and low-cost services, including free haircuts from a licensed cosmetologist, free ...

The Peoria Public Library will be the regional sponsor for the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee, covering eight counties ...

One lucky student from Central Illinois will have the chance to compete in the Scripps National Spelling Bee this May.

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Peoria Public Library’s Lincoln branch is rewarding kids in the community with a chance to win a free bike, just for reading books. “This one is the summer reading bike giveaway.

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First certified in 2022, the branches’ CAC designation reflects their commitment to accessibility and welcoming all readers to the libraries. This renewal is a giant step in accomplishing that goal, ...

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Reading books has always been a way to transport one’s self to another world but now, it can also get you across town. CityLink is offering free rides to library card holders in ...

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — The United States gained around 180 new citizens on Friday through a ceremony across the street from the Federal courthouse at the downtown Peoria public library. In the ...