The popular Summer Concert in the Park Series kicks off this Thursday at Veteran’s Park with a much-anticipated performance by the West MacQueen Street Band. Community members are invited to enjoy a lively evening of music, with the band taking the stage at 6:30 PM. Arrive early and support the Kewanee FFA, who will be grilling up delicious food starting at 5 PM. Organizers promise a stellar season and encourage everyone to invite friends for an evening of great tunes, tasty treats, and community spirit. Don’t miss out on this hometown tradition under the summer sky.
The West MacQueen Street Band, rooted in the heart of Peoria, has been a fixture on its namesake street since 1988. Founded in a house that’s echoed with rock ‘n’ roll since the Beatles era, this group began as a mix of seasoned musicians and fresh high school graduates. Notably, brothers Gene and Gary Turner joined Jerry Donaldson on stage, while Chrystal Walker and Amanda Buss delivered powerful vocals in the early years. Although the original lineup evolved, the band’s music continues to energize the local scene, sustaining a three-decade legacy built on passion and community.
