Glen Oak Park lagoon, one week ago. (A. Gerik / Journal Star)

The smell of yeast is in the air and the weather is incredibly warm for a November evening. I have a reason for the yeast (a river distillery) but no explanation for the mild temperatures. Those in the know say that Peoria will receive a dusting of snow just in time for Thanksgiving… and anyone could tell you that turkey tastes measurably better when the weather outside is frightful.