Sign and Sing Story Time: 10:30am Wednesdays, May 14th and 28th Ages 0-5 Join Abbey Cook of Communication Junction for a 30 minute interactive Story Time designed to engage your child and encourage their love of books. Each Sign and Sing Story…
Photojournalists Renee C. Byer and Paul Kitagaki Jr. will have their photography on exhibit at Bradley University’s Hartmann Center Gallery April 14-29, and appear for a lecture and reception in Bradley’s Michel Student Center Ballroom on April 17.
By Mike Rogers, Peoria director of public works This year, the City has experienced frequent snow storms and heavy rains, causing more than usual potholes in our streets. Since mid-February, City crews have been repairing potholes around the clock. Potholes…
Peoria City/County Health Department and the Peoria County Farm Bureau join the National Ground Water Awareness Association to remind residents it’s time for your water well checkup in support of National Ground Water Awareness Week March 9- 15. “Just as…
thru Dec 20 – Luthy Botanical Gardens Candlelight Walks – Experience the beauty of the Poinsettia Show at night under the warm glow of hundreds of candles. Conservatory admission will be waived during the holidays. 2520 N. Prospect Rd. thru…
The Sisters of St. Francis of the Immaculate Conception, also known as the Heading Avenue Franciscans, are selling the limited edition 2013 Rolan Johnson Christmas Ornament titled “Joy to the World.” The inspiration for the nineteenth annual Christmas ornament is…
December Programs at Dunlap Public Library Thursday, December 5, 12, 19 – 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. – “Downton Abbey” – Get ready for Season 4! Bring a friend (or two) to enjoy watching Season 3* of the British drama series.…
From the gay marriage debate to the state’s ongoing pension problem, Illinois lawmakers have their plates full as they return to Springfield. October 22 was the first day of fall session in Springfield, signaling the start of another legislative year…
Caption: This editorial cartoon from 1953 showed how public opinion began to turn against HUAC when Velde targeted churches. Some sixty years ago, Peoria’s Congressman led coast-to-coast hearings on unAmerican activities, including some targeting Hollywood. Before U.S. Rep. Harold Velde…
