Tuesday, August 6th, is the 30th anniversary of National Night Out Against Crime (NNO). Night Out is held each year to celebrate neighborhoods and to foster positive relationships between residents, businesses, City staff, and the police. In Peoria, neighborhood associations…
June book clubs at the Peoria Public Library
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 16 at 2:00 p.m. at Lakeview Branch to discuss Blood Ties by Sharon Sala. Sala…
Tips for mailbox maintenence
It’s the time of year when many residents spruce up their homes and yards, and since May is designated as Mailbox Improvement Month, it’s also a good time to check your mailbox. Customer Relations Coordinator Rebecca Brummitt said, “Neat, attractive,…
South Side Bank announces promotions
South Side Trust & Savings Bank, a subsidiary of Mid Illinois Bancorp, Inc., held their Annual Meeting on April 8, 2013 where David F. Cochran, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, announced his retirement as Chief Executive Officer.…
How to avoid tick-born ilnesses
As the weather warms up and people spend more time outdoors, it’s important to take precautions against tick bites and the illnesses they can carry; like Rocky Mountain spotted fever, Lyme disease, tularemia and ehrlichiosis. Tickborne diseases can cause mild…
Have Your Child Bake with the B.O.S.S.’
The Peoria Park District’s Baking with the B.O.S.S. class for children ages 5-16 takes place at the Christian Center on Saturday, June 1 from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Cost is $35/residents, $43/non-residents. Register using code 56551. Taught by Cookie Shack…
Wiggle Away Your Middle with Hoop Fitness
The Peoria Park District’s 50 Rock program for active 50+ individuals is offering Hoop Fitness on Tuesdays, June 4 – 24 at 4:30 p.m. at Franciscan Rec Complex. Cost is $20; register using code 56181. Use specially designed hula hoops…
Koehler announces genetically engineered food labeling hearings
Earlier this year, State Senator Dave Koehler (D-Peoria) introduced legislation that would require companies to label genetically engineered foods. Knowing that both companies that produce food and health advocacy groups had major concerns about the proposal, he chose to avoid…
Race, ride, remember!
Scoop the poo!
The dog shown above as well as on her Scooper Heros brochures and business cards looks a lot like the animated harmless cartoon character, Scooby Doo. Indeed, Scooper Heros can “rescues you from the poo,” according to Kelley Steger, the…
New Faces Come to Peoria City Council
One incumbent sails to victory, two former at-large council members return and the mayor welcomes two newcomers to the horseshoe. Peoria’s City Council election on April 9 was quite a game changer. With just 12 percent voter turnout, those who…
The 2013 Grand Tour of Homes will be on May 19th
The Grand Tour of Homes is proud to present some of Peoria’s fine historical and architectural heritage on the 2013 Grand Tour. On Sunday, May 19h 2013, from 12:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. the general public is invited to tour…
Peoria Public Library & District 150 Sign Intergovernmental Agreement
The District 150 Board voted to sign an Intergovernmental Agreement with Peoria Public Library at a recent board meeting, an action taken by the Peoria Public Library Board on April 16. The agreement recognizes that Peoria Public Library and District…
Of Royce and Jonathan
LOSING MY FRIEND JONATHAN WINTERS It was a stunning loss, especially the way I learned it. I was driving home listening to the news on WOAM when the reporter announced Jonathan Winters had died. I couldn’t believe it. We had…
Nagging Feelings of Loss
The week of the Boston Marathon bombing, the workplace explosion in West, Texas, and the death of Peoria comic stalwart Royce Elliott, it was impossible not to feel guilty about a nagging sense of loss from flooding. Even there, many…
May the Forest Be with You
Elroy Limmer was in a pretty good position to help people see the forest as well as the trees. As Peoria’s City Arborist, he dealt with numerous questions and concerns regarding proper tree care. For example, a home owner once…
Man jailed for protecting his property rights in Peoria
I don’t care what ANYONE says, THIS is wrong. A man realized his Chryster 500 was being stolen from his driveway. So, he jumps in his car and gives chase, caught up a few blocks away and fired off a…
Don’t shoot … pretty please?
You might forgive the average consumer of government propaganda for assuming the City of Peoria’s “Don’t Shoot” campaign is, well, so much hooey. You’ve seen the ads. They are plastered in coffee house bulletin boards, the sides of buses that…
Guest editorials
Catholics Beware! Ed Klein, Peoria, IL I recently received a Catholic Opinion Research Survey from an organization called CatholicVote.com. According to their literature, this is a national survey of 5 million Catholics concerning the role of religion in American life.…
Doors and Windows: Deliver Us from Evil
“America took my kids away from me,” said a woman who is wanted in the U.S. on a felony charge; a woman who left her two sons here to fend for themselves. This woman, the mother of the Boston bombers,…
Serendipity: Welcome Amelie Estelle!
Dear Amelie Estelle, When your Daddy greeted your Papa and me in the hospital room while holding you, my heart skipped a beat. I’ve seen him with his newborn nieces and nephews, but you are his first newborn daughter and…
West Peoria News for May
Saturday, May 18th the West Peoria Residents Association is sponsoring a community – wide yard sale. Residents are encouraged to join WPRA in this West Peoria event. Signage will be posted in West Peoria and advertising placed in the Peoria…