Matt Dayhoff is a photojournalist at the Journal Star. With extensive experience in covering sports, education, and arts and entertainment, he brings a unique perspective to themes such as professional and competitive sports, the education system, and the theater. Matt's work has been featured in the Star Courier, The State Journal-Register, Lincoln Courier, and the South Bend Tribune.
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Matt Dayhoff's coverage primarily focuses on local events, particularly in the Peoria area, with a heavy emphasis on sports and entertainment news. He frequently covers new restaurant openings, local sports games, and community events. Pitches for potential coverage should align with these areas of interest.
Given his focus on event coverage and announcements related to local businesses and activities in Illinois, reaching out with press releases or story ideas about upcoming events such as grand openings of restaurants or significant community gatherings could be effective.
Additionally, since Matt has a strong emphasis on reporting sporting events like high school basketball games and professional hockey matches alongside covering entertainment news like annual conventions or venue openings; pitches that offer exclusive access or unique angles to these types of stories may catch his attention.
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June 6, 2026, 3:46 p.m. CT
June 6, 2026, 4:15 p.m. CT
By: Matt Dayhoff
June 9, 2026, 9:17 p.m. CT
Mining giant Komatsu held a celebration Wednesday to mark the opening of their new $28 million haulage headquarters at 2300 NE Adams in Peoria.
The Hohulin family is celebrating 20 years of owning 2 Chez Restaurant, 7815 Knoxville Ave., in Peoria.
Updated June 13, 2026, 4:11 p.m. CT
A display of life-size bison statues populate the new Bicentennial Park at the Peoria County Courthouse.
A Michael Jackson tribute concert captivated the crowd at the Peoria Park District's Jubilee Day Juneteenth celebration Friday on the riverfront.
Caroline Street, which leads to Detweiller Marina and Playground, was designated the Honorary Thomas H. Detweiller Way in a ceremony Tuesday in Peoria.
June 24, 2026, 4:19 a.m. CT
