In the interest of full disclosure, I should probably admit that I used a headline that might be slightly over the top. But, while most of us probably aren’t using our iPhones, Androids, and other smart phones for purely evil…
Happenings for January
Jan 4 – 1st Friday Studio Tour at Wheel Art Pottery Studios from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. at 1101 SW Washington St. Enjoy a night of art, food, music, and fun. Call 309-306-1741. Jan 5 – Winter Wonder Walks at…
Methodist Medical Center Mobile Mammography Schedule
The following is the schedule for the Methodist Medical Center Mobile Mammography Van for the month of January, 2013. Methodist features all digital mammography equipment providing improved, faster and more comfortable exams. January 8 – Methodist Medical Group at Chillicothe…
News Briefs for January
NOROVIRUS: THE “STOMACH FLU” The Peoria City/County Health Department reminds individuals that a norovirus outbreak, also known as the “stomach flu”, does not occur just on cruise ships this time of year. Noroviruses often occur in restaurants, schools, childcare facilities,…
The Amazing Kreskin to Perform on January 11th
The world’s greatest mentalist, the Amazing Kreskin will perform Friday January 11, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. at the Five Points Performing Arts Center at 360 N. Wilmor Rd. Washington Illinois. For over 50 years Kreskin has been telling people things…
Voters Have Their Say in November 2012
Illinois swings Democrat in the State House, White House and U.S. Senate. Few Republicans saw it coming. The influx of Democrat votes throughout President Barack Obama’s home state gave the sitting president a second term while ensuring Democrats a supermajority…
Holiday Health Tips from the Peoria City/County Health Department
The Peoria City/County Health Department is reminding area residents that by following some simple ideas their holidays can be healthy and safe. Greg Chance, Administrator at Peoria City/County Health Department, states, “Healthy habits can positively impact the health trends we…
Springdale Cemetery to Participate in the National Wreaths Across America Program
Springdale Cemetery will again participate in the national Wreaths Across America program on Saturday, December 15. The ceremony begins indoors at 11:00 a.m. at the Cemetery’s Volunteer & Maintenance Building, and similar ceremonies will take place concurrently across the nation.…
Schock: Hypocrisy or Opportunity?
U.S. Rep. Aaron Schock shouldn’t have it both ways. Peoria’s two-term Republican Congressman has been mentioned as a possible GOP candidate for governor in 2014, and the 31 year old has been quoted as saying his party should move toward…
The Voice of the Turtle
The oak didn’t look as large as I’d remembered. I came upon it while visiting some of my old haunts. This was one of the trees my brother and sister and I used to frequently climb when we were kids.…
You’ve gotta wonder what Steve Settingsgaard is thinking
Whatever it is, it’s not about the public’s right to know city business. The chief of Peoria’s Police Department got quoted in the Journal Star saying that he is going to use city resources to track down the identity of…
Straight Talk for December 2012
POST ELECTION NOTES Congratulations to the winners and losers in last month’s elections. The losers deserve special praise because it’s not easy to spend money, work hard, and wind up losing. No one enjoys losing. I congratulate you for trying.…
December Happenings
Dec 1 – Christmastime GospelFest – 7:00 – 9:30 p.m. @ Caterpillar Performing Arts Center at Five Points Washington. Call 309-472-0027. Admission: $20/adults, $10/children & students thru high school. Dec 1 – 27th annual Jingle Bell 5K Run/Walk for Arthritis…
Online Security for the People
I was recently presenting at a workshop and a lady asked how to get off the Facebook list. I wasn’t sure what she meant, so she told me she had received an email from Facebook that said her husband added…
Musings for December 2012
Another Thanksgiving just passed and as we get older those holidays do seem to come closer together. It will soon be Christmas, and although I have been able to really let go of most of the hype that surrounds each…
News for January
The West Peoria Residents’ Association invites everyone to join them in kicking off the Christmas Season at the annual Christmas Party on Friday, December 7, 2012, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the Franciscan Complex. Santa will arrive at 6:00…
Holiday Traditions
Holiday traditions have always been very important in my family. We’re not hesitant to make adjustments if an activity loses its significance, but we’re not slackers when it comes to celebrations. I grew up in a very small family, but…
Where to Find the Perfect Gift
Little is known about the Wise Men who traveled from the east to find the Christ Child. Their appearance, barely a few sentences on the pages of Scripture, dissolves so quickly, it begs the question why they have commanded such…
Guest editorials
Why We Keep on “Keeping On!” Dolores M. Klein Peoria, IL A Texas southerner, Lyndon Johnson, was the President who said “We shall overcome!” on national television – most surely influenced by the Civil Rights Movement. It was President Ronald…
Kewanee Hospital Signs Letter of Intent to Join OSF HealthCare System
Kewanee Hospital (KH) has signed a Letter of Intent to affiliate with OSF HealthCare, one of the largest integrated systems in Illinois. The partnership with OSF HealthCare would give Kewanee and the surrounding community access to more high-quality specialty care,…
Jim Maloof/Realtor’s New Management Plan
Jim Maloof/Realtor has announced a new management plan for the company with a tripartite organizational structure, including an Executive Vice President of Residential Sales, Vice President of Commercial Sales, Corporate Liaison, and Vice President of Finance & Accounting. Taking on…
Branson on the Road Christmas Style Show comes to Five Points on Dec. 2
R & B Productions will be hosting next month. Branson on the Road-Christmas Style Show is a holiday show from the popular touring group Branson on the Road out of Branson, Missouri. This show offers great Christmas music, old country…