Tuesday, August 6th, is the 30th anniversary of National Night Out Against Crime (NNO). Night Out is held each year to celebrate neighborhoods and to foster positive relationships between residents, businesses, City staff, and the police. In Peoria, neighborhood associations…
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June book clubs at the Peoria Public Library
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Join a book club at Peoria Public Library this month. New members are always welcome! Book ‘Em Mystery Book Club will meet on Sunday, June 16 at 2:00 p.m. at Lakeview Branch to discuss Blood Ties by Sharon Sala. Sala…
Tips for mailbox maintenence
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It’s the time of year when many residents spruce up their homes and yards, and since May is designated as Mailbox Improvement Month, it’s also a good time to check your mailbox. Customer Relations Coordinator Rebecca Brummitt said, “Neat, attractive,…
South Side Bank announces promotions
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South Side Trust & Savings Bank, a subsidiary of Mid Illinois Bancorp, Inc., held their Annual Meeting on April 8, 2013 where David F. Cochran, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, announced his retirement as Chief Executive Officer.…
How to avoid tick-born ilnesses
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As the weather warms up and people spend more time outdoors, it’s important to take precautions against tick bites and the illnesses they can carry; like Rocky Mountain spotted fever, Lyme disease, tularemia and ehrlichiosis. Tickborne diseases can cause mild…
Have Your Child Bake with the B.O.S.S.’
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The Peoria Park District’s Baking with the B.O.S.S. class for children ages 5-16 takes place at the Christian Center on Saturday, June 1 from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Cost is $35/residents, $43/non-residents. Register using code 56551. Taught by Cookie Shack…
Wiggle Away Your Middle with Hoop Fitness
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The Peoria Park District’s 50 Rock program for active 50+ individuals is offering Hoop Fitness on Tuesdays, June 4 – 24 at 4:30 p.m. at Franciscan Rec Complex. Cost is $20; register using code 56181. Use specially designed hula hoops…
Koehler announces genetically engineered food labeling hearings
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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…
Scoop the poo!
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The dog shown above as well as on her Scooper Heros brochures and business cards looks a lot like the animated harmless cartoon character, Scooby Doo. Indeed, Scooper Heros can “rescues you from the poo,” according to Kelley Steger, the…
New Faces Come to Peoria City Council
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One incumbent sails to victory, two former at-large council members return and the mayor welcomes two newcomers to the horseshoe. Peoria’s City Council election on April 9 was quite a game changer. With just 12 percent voter turnout, those who…