The question isn’t whether the aliens have landed. Fact is, they are here in the U.S., they number in the thousands of species, and they are increasingly disruptive: causing extinctions, spreading disease, harming forests, and contributing to ecological instability. And…
Sleep deprivation adversely affects my disposition and thinking skills. Some might wonder why a woman whose grown children live away from home with children of their own is sleep deprived. I’m not a care provider for someone residing in my…
More traditional West Peoria summer events are planned for the first Saturday of June. June 7th marks both the 17th West Peoria Jamboree Run in the morning with the Jamboree and Scout Carnival that evening. Join runners for the 4-mile…
By Mike Rogers (Public Works Administrator) Due to the unusual weather this past winter, the City of Peoria is now seeing the effects of the deep freeze – sink holes. Sinkholes are depressions or holes in the ground caused by…
Women 40 and over are recommended by the American Cancer Society to have annual screening mammograms. Early detection is the key to survival. UnityPoint Health Methodist MammoVan will be in these locations in June: June 3rd Morton UnityPoint Clinic 1909…
FASCI SUMMER PICNIC (Filipino-American Society of Central Illinois) SUNDAY, JUNE 8, 2014 Celebrating the Birthday of Jose P. Rizal, Philippines and United States Independence Days & Father’s Day Noon – Invocation, Lunch Program: National Anthems Tribute to Jose P. Rizal…
June 3 – The next meeting of the Heart of Illinois Knitting Guild is June 3 at 9:00 a.m. The Guild is taking a field trip and will meet at Knit 4 Together Yarn Shop in Dunlap, Illinois with lunch to follow…
SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Dave Koehler’s plan to make it easier for farmers and other vendors to sell their products at farmers markets throughout the state is on its way to the governor’s desk. Under Illinois’ current law, local health departments…
The City of Peoria, in conjunction with All-America City Committee, is hosting the “Celebrating Peoria: You Told Us”, a community celebration of the one year anniversary of the All-America City award. At the event, the art initiative which asked residents…
Zoo To Do, a fundraising gala by Peoria Zoological Society, will be held on Saturday, June 7, 2014 at the Peoria Zoo. This special event will include a 3-course gourmet dinner prepared by Chef Ryan Dunkle and Steve Fosdick of…
Peoria, Illinois – May 21, 2014 – The Peoria County Farm Bureau Marketing Committee is hosting a Market Outlook meeting on Tuesday, June 17, at the Farm Bureau Park south of Kickapoo. Raber Packing of Peoria will serve a ribeye…
Peoria, IL – Midstate College hosted, for the first time, a Tech Day on Saturday morning, May 17, 2014, for students and faculty in the Information Systems and Technology Departments. The Director of the Information Systems and Technology department, Donna Greer,…
The Peoria Park District’s Forest Park Nature Center will host a Nature Art Series, special art projects for children ages 5 to 10, during the month of June. All classes are from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. Nature Art Series projects…
Chris Vallillo: Abraham Lincoln in Song 06/07/14 2:00PM – 4:00PM Chris Vallillo: Abraham Lincoln in Song – Main Library The life of Abraham Lincoln spanned a period of change, growth and struggle in our young nation, and the music of…
Come Out and Enjoy Patriotic Jazz Tunes Performed by Harmony In Blue! Bring the whole family out to see Harmony in Blue, the Jazz Ensemble of the Air National Guard Band of the Midwest. Concert will be held at Glen…
Infant/Toddle Monday & Tuesday, June 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24 & 30 – Lakeview Branch Lakeview Lambs – 10:30-11:00 a.m. Ages 2 to 3. Monday, June 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 – North Branch Tiny Tots…
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 15 at 2:00 p.m. at Lakeview Branch to discuss The Rope by Nevada Barr. What…
Few people subscribe to the Fountain of Youth notion but many, including health professionals, believe having a passion promotes youthfulness and well-being. Ken Johnson isn’t trying to prove the theory, but he certainly enjoys various passions. A retired guidance counselor…
Dr. Mladen Golubic spoke twice in Peoria recently, and each time his message was revolutionary. He’s an ardent proponent of a healthcare system based on disease prevention rather than the current, expensive healthcare system based on disease treatment. The current…
A vote in the General Assembly this spring could cut $451 million in state aid for local school districts if lawmakers forego an extension of the 2011 income tax hike. Lawmakers are once again debating the extension of the Illinois…
