Two incumbent trustees were sworn in and seated at the regular meeting of the Peoria Park District Board of Trustees on Wednesday, April 24, 2013. Re-elected as a Northern District seat at the April 9, 2013 election was MATTHEW P.…
Articles
The Women’s Fund’s First Tuesday in May Event at Wine Country
by Community Word Staff • • 0 Comments
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!
by Community Word Staff • • 0 Comments
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
by Community Word Staff • • 0 Comments
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…
Bradley University Speech Team cruises to 41st national championship
by Community Word Staff • • 0 Comments
Bradley University’s Speech Team swept the top five individual positions on its way to the team championship in the National Forensics Association tournament. Junior Kaybee Brown was crowned the Individual Sweepstakes champion. This is the second consecutive year Bradley has…
Your Support is important for the success of Common Place Summer Youth Programs
by Community Word Staff • • 0 Comments
Sponsor a child’s stipend. The cost of stipends is approximately $80 – $120 per child. · Donate vegetable & flower plants, garden stakes, twine, gardening gloves, hoes, hand trowels, extra strength trash bags, and watering cans. · Volunteer to help…
Affected Property Owners Encouraged to Contact Local Government
by Community Word Staff • • 0 Comments
Due to the significant flooding in Peoria County communities along the Illinois River, Peoria County’s Planning & Zoning Department will be performing building damage estimates of affected properties in unincorporated parts of the county by utilizing known parcel and flood…
Gordon-Booth Urges Residents to Beware of Scam Artists During Flood Clean-Up Efforts
by Community Word Staff • • 0 Comments
As residents clean up from historic flooding, state Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth (D-Peoria) warns residents against scam artists who might try to take advantage of those looking for assistance. “Over forty counties, including Peoria County, have been declared disaster areas by…
Ten Steps to Prevent Damage of Structural Mold Growth … according to Doug Hoffman, executive director of National Organization of Remediators and Mold Inspectors
by Community Word Staff • • 0 Comments
1. Remove any standing water-use a pump or a wet vac. 2. Remove wet carpets, rugs, draperies and personal belongings. Clear mud and debris from floors and foundation walls to allow the subflooring and foundation to dry. 3. Remove and…
Peoria County tax bills due May 15
by Community Word Staff • • 0 Comments
Approximately 82,300 Peoria County Real Estate Tax bills were mailed April 22. The first installment due date is June 4 and the second installment due date is September 4. Payments must be postmarked by their respective due dates to avoid…