Cooking begins very early each weekday morning at Neighborhood House in Peoria. Staff at the social service agency, located at 1020 S. Matthew Street, prepares food for some 850 meals to serve people in the city of Peoria, Peoria County…
Heddington Oaks: Treating seniors with respect and compassion
Since 1848, the Bel-Wood nursing home has been owned and operated by the Peoria County Government, and has served over three hundred elderly men and women. This includes residents who are suffering from various health related problems such as: Alzheimer’s…
The last breakfast
It’s hard to believe. Pete Vonachen is gone. Just a few days before his passing we were having coffee and donuts together at the Buehler Home. Pete was his usual charming and witty self, occasionally complaining about his sore bottom,…
Art from jobs program could still inspire
I grew up in Carthage, IL, where even in childhood visits to the Post Office were made more meaningful by a moving mural by Karl Kelp: “Pioneers – Tilling the Soil and Building Log Cabin.” The 1938 art – showing…
Precaution … the better part of valor
My parents’ modest turf and my grandmother’s extensive lawn were not enough. As a teen, interested in pocket change, I also mowed my uncle’s massive meadows. In the early 60’s, lawns had really come into vogue, and I did a…
Ignoring the naysayers is the All America City way
I have a question. If the designation “All America City” — they give it out annually to ten different cities — is so doggone prestigious, how is it that the only time I hear of the award is when Peoria…
Women’s Rights Are International
By Dolores Klein, Peoria, IL “They’re not eastern or western.” With this statement, FITNAH was launched in Iran in April. One of the growing number of female-led rebellions, FITNAH demands an end in Iran, North Africa, and the Middle East,…
Still there …
Oh say, can you see? I am still waving at you. Raised to represent the freedom for which you live, I boast of your unity as I fly proudly over your Capital, your courthouses, schools and homes. I bring hope…
I’m grateful to have lived long enough to …
Sentimentalists sometimes give loved ones a card detailing reasons the recipient is loved. The number of reasons matches that person’s age. Or the birthday celebrant is given the same number of gifts as the number of candles on the cake.…
West Peoria News for July 2013
West Peoria Lions Club, Troop and Pack 11 and the West Peoria community invite you to join the annual 4th of July Parade and Flag Raising celebration. They will be honored if you and/or your organization wish to participate and…
Turn a hobby into a business
Since I was young, I’ve always looked for ways to make money. My brother, Randy, and I would be out at the first snowfall, shoveling driveways for our neighbors, then in the Spring using a push mower for our “lawn…
Musings for July 2013
I have realized for myself and I’m sure many of you see the same thing. I cover four main topics: my son, my house and yard, reading, and a little on national and world issues. I promised my son that…
Happenings for July 2013
July 3 – Fireworks Spectacular! 4:00 – 10:00 p.m. at the Glen Oak Park Amphitheatre. Call 309-681-2854. Bring blankets & lawn chairs to enjoy the show. Pack a picnic dinner or enjoy food from vendors. Reservation packages available. Call (309)…
July book club announced novels
Peoria Public Library’s July Book Clubs Join a book club at Peoria Public Library this month. New members are always welcome! Book ‘Em Mystery Book Club will meet on Sunday, July 21 at 2:00 p.m. at Lakeview Branch to discuss…
Jehan Gordon-Booth returns her paycheck to the state
Continuing her efforts to promote fiscal responsibility and lead by example, state Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth (D-Peoria) will be returning her per diem from this week’s special session of the General Assembly back to the state. “Lawmakers are going back to…
Flood disaster vouchers at Four Points
The Four Points by Sheraton Downtown Peoria, have developed a program to help those people affected by the recent floods and are still unable to live in their homes. They offer a Voucher program for free three Complimentary nights at…
Easter Seals Receives Grant in Support of Autism Clinic
Easter Seals received a $35,000 grant from the Ameren Corporation Charitable Trust through the Ameren Cares program in support of the Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) Diagnostic Clinic. The clinic, with sites in Peoria and Bloomington, annually provides early identification, screening,…
My Pro Day Arrives in Peoria this summer
Richwoods High School is hosting this event for youth baseball players Tuesday, July 30th from 9:00 a.m. – Noon. My Pro Day is the first to bring the excitement and fun of a pro baseball tryout experience to players of…
Gordon-Booth named Edgar Fellow, recognized for leadership
State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth (D-Peoria) has been selected to participate in the Edgar Fellows initiative to promote responsible and responsive leadership throughout Illinois. Led by former Gov. Jim Edgar and the University of Illinois’ Institute of Government and Public Affairs…
Gordon-Booth supports measure to reduce medicaid fraud, save taxpayer money
Continuing her efforts to reduce waste and fraud in the Medicaid system, state Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth (D-Peoria) recently helped advance legislation to increase penalties for people who commit Medicaid fraud. The proposal was recently passed by the General Assembly and…
Park Board President Tim Cassidy Named Kiwanis Club of Peoria 2012 Ray A. Neumann Tri-County Citizen of the Year
On June 5, 2013, Timothy J. Cassidy, President of the Peoria Park District Board of Trustees, received the 2012 Ray A. Neumann Tri-County Citizen of the Year Award from the Kiwanis Club of Peoria. This is the 50th anniversary of…
Peoria Symphony Orchestra announces director of development and patron engagement
PSO announces director of development and patron engagement The Peoria Symphony Orchestra announces the appointment of Andrea Robertson as Director of Development and Patron Engagement. Andrea started at her post mid-May. Most recently she was with the Field Museum in…