Tradition of Fourth of July Parade paves way to new events in West Peoria; plus St. Mary’s gates get a makeover
No one called the first military parade — the Grand Review of the Armies in Washington D.C., in 1865 — President Johnson’s parade; no one called the military parade in New York City in 1942 President Roosevelt’s parade; no one called the 1991 parade in D.C. marking the end of the Gulf War President Bush’s parade; so why was last month’s Army Day parade in the capitol President Trump’s?
Look for beautiful blooms of Prickly Pear, but beware: Be very, very careful handling the plant
New Pope’s name seems to be meaaningful in promoting workers; Trump administration policies seem to be against them
City Council, County Board discuss Heidelberg estate; training facility under construction at Dunlap High; plus updates from Election Commission, Sanitary District and Airport Authority
League of Women Voters of Greater Peoria observers attend and report on local government meetings
Should independent and third-party candidate requirements be equal to those for Republican and Democratic candidates?
Public Safety pensions due in 2040 is funded with 90% of personal property taxes. Pension obligation was reported to be $33.5 million in 2024 and is $36 million in 2025.
Did Zach Oyler waste City Council’s time? What’s next for Honorable Chuck Grayeb? And what can be done to improve local news?
Early bloomers — that is, if they do — attract bevy of bees to their colorful dog-toothed violet
Head West during Moss Avenue Sale because the streets of West Peoria are in the mix; Memorial Day ceremony Saturday, May 24; Sandwich Days are here again
