Earlier this year, State Senator Dave Koehler (D-Peoria) introduced legislation that would require companies to label genetically engineered foods. Knowing that both companies that produce food and health advocacy groups had major concerns about the proposal, he chose to avoid…
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The 2013 Grand Tour of Homes will be on May 19th
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The Grand Tour of Homes is proud to present some of Peoria’s fine historical and architectural heritage on the 2013 Grand Tour. On Sunday, May 19h 2013, from 12:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. the general public is invited to tour…
Peoria Public Library & District 150 Sign Intergovernmental Agreement
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The District 150 Board voted to sign an Intergovernmental Agreement with Peoria Public Library at a recent board meeting, an action taken by the Peoria Public Library Board on April 16. The agreement recognizes that Peoria Public Library and District…
PEORIA PARK DISTRICT VOLUNTEERS RECEIVE PRESIDENTIAL SERVICE AWARDS
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The Peoria Park District (PPD) Volunteer Department is pleased to announce that twenty-two of its most generous volunteers will receive the Presidential Volunteer Service Award. The President’s Council on Service and Civic Participation, formed in 2003 by former President George…
Peoria Player Theatre’s Auditions for Summer Youth Theatre ‘All Shook Up’
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Peoria Players Theatre announces auditions for the Summer Youth Theatre production of All Shook Up directed by Jeremy Kelly. Inspired by and featuring the songs of Elvis Presley, this musical features such classics as “Heartbreak Hotel,” “Jailhouse Rock,” & “Don’t…
Proctor Hospital Happenings
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alonetogether Grief Support Group – Mondays from 4:30-6:00 p.m. – alonetogether is a grief support group, open to the community, that meets Mondays from 4:30-6:00 p.m. in Group Room 4 of the Counseling Center at Proctor Hospital. If you are…
Unique Conference to Explore How Authentic Women Lead
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A distinctive conference exploring how authentic women lead will teach busy professionals how to be more engaging, motivating, and inspiring leaders in the community. The conference, to be held Thursday, May 9th at the Par-a-dice Hotel & Casino in East…
The Women’s Fund’s First Tuesday in May Event at Wine Country
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The Women’s Fund of the Community Foundation of Central Illinois is holding its monthly networking opportunity for central Illinois women on Tuesday, May 7, 2013 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Wine Country. Women’s Fund First Tuesdays – May 7, 2013 5:00-7:00…
Peoria Park District’s Activities in May!
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Hike Forest Park With 50 Rock! The Peoria Park District’s 50 Rock program for active 50+ individuals is hiking Forest Park Nature Center this summer with experienced trainers. Choose from: • Mondays starting May 6 at 5:30 p.m. • Tuesdays…
Well Water Test Kits Available in Peoria County
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Many Peoria County water wells have been exposed to flood waters which can pose a public health hazard. Flood waters carry contaminants such as parasites, bacteria, and viruses from backed up septic systems and other sources. All wells exposed to…