ANNUAL ILLINOIS RIVER SWEEP OF PEORIA TO BE HELD SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20

When: Saturday, September 20, 9:00 a.m. Where: Meet at Forest Park Nature Center, 5809 N. Forest Park Dr., Peoria Heights Pre-registration: Ongoing (call 309-686-3360) Day of Event Registration: 8:30 – 9:00 am. Sweep Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 pm     The annual Illinois River Sweep kicks off Saturday, September 20 in communities up and down the …

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Dog Obedience Classes at the Pekin Park District

PEKIN, IL.  August 13, 2014.  Pekin Park District is now accepting registrations for Puppy and Dog Obedience Classes.  In Puppy Obedience, for young dogs ages 8 weeks-6 months, you and your puppy learn how to work together and create a foundation of trust that will last for many years.  Socialization, basic obedience, confidence building, and …

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CWTC PRESENTS ANNUAL PATHWAY AWARDS Dinner and Auction Highlight Evening Festivities

Community Workshop Training Center, Inc. presents its annual “CWTC Pathway Awards, Dinner and Auction” Tuesday, September 9, 2014 at the Embassy Suites Hotel & Conference Center in East Peoria. The evening festivities celebrate accomplishments of CWTC’s consumers, pay tribute to the many people who have helped CWTC in the past year and salute those who …

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Festival to Thank Community for Support

Peoria, IL…Common Place and the Common Place Parents of Leadership are hosting a Community Thank You Festival on Saturday, August 16, 2014, from 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., at Common Place, 514 S. Shelley Street.  This festival is to thank the community and its funders for the support they give to Common Place and their …

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Become a Civic Leader

Peoria – Peoria County and the City of Peoria are currently accepting applications for the Peoria City/County Citizens Leadership Academy. This free program offers citizens a unique opportunity to learn about municipal and county governments through a joint curriculum. Classes meet Wednesday evenings September 17 – November 5, with a graduation ceremony at the City …

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September 4th Public Meeting about the TIGER II & Washington Street Projects

(Peoria)–On Thursday, September 4, 2014, a public meeting will be held to provide a construction update and answer questions regarding the TIGER II and Washington Street Projects. What : TIGER II / Washington Street Public Update When: Thursday, September 4, 2014 5:00 PM-6:00 PM Where: Art Guild – 2nd Floor 203 Harrison Street If you …

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West Bound Lane of Forrest Hill between Sheridan Rd and Knoxville Will Be Closed Starting on August 13th

(Peoria)- Starting August 13, 2014 at 9:00 am and lasting through October 1, 2014, the west-bound lane direction of Forrest Hill between Sheridan Road and Knoxville Avenue, will be closed. This closure is necessary to maintain a safe roadway sight. Use War Memorial Drive and McClure Avenue as west-bound alternatives.  East-bound travel on Forrest Hill …

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The Center for Prevention of Abuse Welcomes Giant Quacky, World’s Largest Inflatable Duck! 65 feet Tall

Peoria, IL – August 12, 2014 – In celebration of the 26th Anniversary of the Duck Race, The Center welcomes Giant Quacky, who will be nesting at Riverfront Park in East Peoria from August 15 – 23. Friday, August 15th is the “Hatching Party“. Hope to see everyone there! Details for Giant Quacky “Hatching Party” …

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MIDSTATE COLLEGE ADDS CONCENTRATIONS IN BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION PROGRAM: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, MANAGEMENT, AND MARKETING

Peoria, Illinois – While many schools are cutting programs, Midstate College is proud to add new concentrations to the Bachelor of Business Administration degree, beginning Fall Term 2014.  The three new concentrations include: Human Resource Management, Management, and Marketing. The Human Resource Management concentration offers courses such as: Employment Recruitment, Interviewing and Hiring; Employee Relations …

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