Would you be interested in getting involved in the Peoria Players’ 2010-11 season? Then you should come to the “Get Acquainted” at Peoria Players Theatre on Wednesday, July 14 at 7:00 p.m. You can meet the directors of the upcoming…
Nationally known sculptor is artist-in-residence at Bradley
Nationally known sculptor and artist, Preston Jackson, a sculpture professor emeritus at the Art Institute of Chicago, has recently been named an artist-in-residence at Bradley University’s Inland Visual Studies Center. The Inland Visual Studies Center is a program dedicated to…
Peoria/China Business Connection
The Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce is coordinating a business and tourism trip to China. Businesses must think globally to stay competitive in today’s marketplace. Advancements in technology have made it so anyone can conduct global business from anywhere at…
‘Grief Camp for Adults’ Offered by Methodist Hospice Services
Methodist Hospice Services is offering “Grief Camp for Grownups,” a free public seminar on grief Monday, July 12 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Methodist counselors and social workers will be on hand to provide tips on handling grief as well…
Free Methodist Health Forum Focuses on Diabetes
If you have questions about diabetes or treatments available, Methodist Medical Center is offering another in a series of “Coffee with the Doctors” on Tuesday, July 20, 2010 on “Controlling Diabetes for Life & the Unique Needs of Senior Diabetics.”…
Regional County Farm Bureaus Team-up with Proctor Hospital for the 2010 Outstanding Young Farmer Award
Ten county farm bureaus and Proctor Hospital have again partnered and are pleased to announce the 2010 Outstanding Young Farmer Award. This annual awards program supports and promotes the health, safety, community involvement and leadership of young farmers, acknowledging their…
3rd Annual Bikers Run for Ta-Tas, Fun run for Breast Cancer Saturday, July 17th at BG Karoake Saloon in Bartonville
Sign up is from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. at BG’s Saloon in Bartonville. This is a 145 mile motorcycle ride that stops in El Paso, Streator, Lacon, and East Peoria. Last stop is back at BG’s Bar in Bartonville at…
Keep Peoria Beautiful receives Illinois EPA grant
Keep Peoria Beautiful was the recipient of a grant from the Illinois EPA. With these grant funds the attractive landscaped areas created last year at the entrance/exit ramps of I-74 by Northwoods Mall along Sterling Avenue were added to. The…
Humana Guidance Center’s July Calendar of Events
These FREE events are for both members (those insured) and non-members. It is located at 7915 N. Hale, Peoria, IL 61615. For more information, please call: (309) 691-1677 July 1 — 1:00 Game: Rummikub (pronounced “rummy cube”) July 2 —…
Peoria Public Library News for July 2010
Christmas in July @ McClure Branch Library Keep cool in the hottest weather by enjoying icy movies, winning gifts and sharing the spirit of giving at McClure Branch with a month of free special events. · From July 1-15 put…
Proctor news for July 2010
Anger Management Group – The Anger Management Group of the Counseling Center at Proctor Hospital will be on July 14th. Co-facilitators for the Group are Pamela Shuck-Hoehne, MA, NCC, LCPC, RDDP and Kellie E. Branch-Dircks, MSW, LCSW, therapists with the…
News from Illinois State Representative Jehan Gordon
Gordon Backs New Law to Employ Illinoisans on Public Works Projects Continuing her commitment to put people back to work, State Rep. Jehan Gordon (D-Peoria) is applauding a new law requiring 90 percent of workers employed on state-funded public work…
Local Author to Speak at ‘Look. It’s My Book!’ Fundraiser Event
“I know a lot about street gangs, gun running, murder and drug dealing in Chicago,” author David Heinzmann says. He will tell all when he speaks at a June 12 fund raiser for the Peoria charity Look. It’s My Book!…
Giannoulias Undaunted by Broadway Bank’s Failure
Despite the recent failure of his family’s Broadway Bank, Giannoulias aims to go forward with “renewed determination” to bring change to the nation’s capital. From television to newspapers, 2010 has been designated a nocuous year for Washington incumbents—regardless of party…
Helping People Find Their Own Best Answers
Debbie Delgado isn’t hesitant to ask thought provoking questions of her clients. The questions are personal and sometimes poignant, and definitely ones that require much more than one-word answers. One of her goals is to help people live joyful and…
Tuition Increase Continues at Illinois Colleges & Universities
While many students across the state are preparing for graduation, there are many more who are preparing to begin college in the fall. One of the biggest concerns when beginning a secondary education is how to afford the increasing costs…
Summertime in Peoria
Julius De Loatche Basketball Summer Camp Hopes to Go Year Round!
The Julius De Loatche Basketball Camp Incorporated was founded June 6, 1999. Julius was a beloved child, lost in a tragic fire at the family home on March 3, 1999. That same year, Julius’s Basketball Coach, Mr. Tommie Washington of…
Mad Dog returns
Greg Maddox, one of the greatest pitchers of modern day baseball, got his professional start playing for the Peoria Chiefs at the old Vonachen Stadium on Nebraska Avenue. And thanks to that Vonachen, as in Pete, the “Mad Dog” is…
Should non-profits voluntarily pay city, county more?
Most nonprofit outfits are exempt from paying property taxes, but with budget crises at the city, county and schools, Peoria could use assistance from those nonprofits able to help. Contributing to city or county services would make a positive difference…
Plant Parenthood
Our house was built in 1932. We purchased it from the original owner whose father had farmed the land between Sheridan Road and University, near Forest Hill. According to her son, ours was the only house in the subdivision in…
Canton prison doesn’t seem all that warm and fuzzy now
I used to work at the Canton Daily Ledger. It’s owned by GateHouse Media now, but then it was owned by Conrad Black’s American Publishing Company. It’s hard to believe, but those people were even scummier than GateHouse. Black is…