Peoria County residents are encouraged to stop by the Farm Bureau office in Peoria at 1716 N. University Street to pick up a FREE 2011 colored photo calendar. The calendar features 14 farm-related pictures that were submitted by members for…
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Book Signing and Speaking Engagement by Author Michelle Alexander on December 6th
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Author Michelle Alexander, whose book The New Jim Crow – Mass Incarceration in the Age of Color Blindness has been called “the best book ever written on mass incarceration and the war on drugs,” will speak at 7:30 p.m. on…
Peoria Park District named gold-medal award winner
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The Peoria Park District received the National 2010 Gold Medal Grand Award at the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) Congress and Exposition in Minneapolis, MN. The Gold Medal Grand Award – considered the highest and most prestigious honor attainable…
Enchanted Florist & Boutique hosts VIP Shopping Night in support of Girl Scouts of Central Illinois
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Kick off the holiday season at Enchanted Florist and Boutique for a VIP shopping night in support of Girl Scouts of Central Illinois and enjoy Girl Scout cookies and hot apple cider while you shop. This event will be held…
Homeowners Saluted for Beautification
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The Iris Award is given annually to neighborhood associations and homeowners for outstanding landscaping and beautification of homes, yards and gardens. Each winning homeowner was presented with a special Keep Peoria Beautiful sign to display in the yard. The Iris…
Illinois American Water Encourages Customers to Prepare for Cold Weather Now
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Illinois American Water reminds homeowners to take precautions now to be prepared for freezing winter temperatures ahead. Acting now can prevent costly plumbing repairs and headaches for homeowners. During winter weather, interior water pipes need special care to keep them…
Keep Peoria Beautiful Congratulates Orchid Winners
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Orchid Awards and Beautification Awards were presented to area businesses for exceptional landscaping and site beautification. The two Orchid Award winners were: Metro Center and the Becker Building. The Orchid maintenance Award was presented to David Vaughan Investments. Additional award…
Musical Portrayal of Christmas Memories—the Christmas Chronicles
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Formed in 2009, Acaharmodies! brings together vocal talents from all over Central Illinois to create a unique a capella sound. Led by director and president Justin T. Graham and assistant director James A. Marck, the group combines refined harmonies with…
Association of American Retired Persons’ Senior Driver Safety Program
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This is a refresher course in safe driving techniques for people 50 years and over. Learn defensive driving, new traffic laws, how to adjust your driving to changes in vision, hearing, and reaction time. There is no test to take…
Koehler Appointed to Special Committee on Medicaid Reform
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State Senator Dave Koehler (D-Peoria) will be a member of the Illinois Senate’s Special Committee on Medicaid Reform. This committee will examine Illinois’ current Medicaid laws and procedures to find ways to cut Medicaid costs by delivering more efficient services. …