The Walk, dedicated to the memory of Ameel Rashid, MD (1933-2011), will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on the campus of Proctor Hospital. The Walk steps-off at 12:00 p.m. It all begins at 10:00 a.m. with plenty of fellowship and – •…
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Graciously Feeding the Hungry
by Sandra Dempsey Post • • Comments Off on Graciously Feeding the Hungry
Heat and humidity were soaring that particular Monday morning in July even at 8:30 a.m. Volunteers for West/Mark Food Pantry were unloading boxes and checking inventory for their weekly pantry. Donated homegrown produce was taken downstairs, and a very tall…
Locals React to DOL’s Failed Farm Proposal
by Sara Browning • • Comments Off on Locals React to DOL’s Failed Farm Proposal
Some Peoria County residents believe the U.S. Department of Labor’s failed proposal is a prime example of over-regulation. In the midst of a slumping economy and a state unemployment rate of 8.2 percent, one wouldn’t imagine agriculture to be on the short list of hot…
New Peoria Grassroots Group Forms Wholesome Food Fund Gro
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By Clare Howard An examination of the federal food stamp program shows big national corporations may be the real beneficiaries of federal food assistance while people who depend on the program to eat may actually be the losers. Working to…
24th Annual Duck Race for the Center for Prevention of Abuse Will be on August 26th
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By Daniela Vidal About 20,000 rubber ducks will soon take over the Illinois River late this August. For the 24th year, the Center for Prevention of Abuse is hosting the Duck Race, its largest fundraiser, with hopes it will help open doors…
Public Library Presents Building Common Ground-Discussions of Community, Civility and Compassion During August
by Community Word Staff • • Comments Off on Public Library Presents Building Common Ground-Discussions of Community, Civility and Compassion During August
In August Peoria Public Library will present a variety of programs that have the goal of engaging the public in contemplation and discussion of the importance of community, civility and compassion in their daily lives. The program is a collaboration…
6th Annual Fiesta en el Rio comes to Peoria on July 28th
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By Daniela Vidal July 28th will bring salsa rhythms and the sizzle of Latin food to Peoria’s riverfront as Fiesta en el Rio makes its sixth appearance. Sponsored by Peoria Hispanics, Fiesta en el Rio brings live entertainment, games for all ages, and…
Local Restauranteur, Bob Eid, Received “Pillar of the West Bluff Award” from West Bluff Council
by Community Word Staff • • Comments Off on Local Restauranteur, Bob Eid, Received “Pillar of the West Bluff Award” from West Bluff Council
One World Founder/CEO Bob Eid was the recipient of the 2012 West Bluff Council “Pillar of the West Bluff Award.” Eid was nominated by West Bluff Council member and Bradley University Business Manager Emeritus Ken Goldin. Founded in 1993 by…
West Peoria News for July 2012
by Sharon McBride • • Comments Off on West Peoria News for July 2012
July 4th is almost here. It is the one time a year where the population in our community probably doubles or more with all the visitors who will come for the 43rd annual 4th of July Parade and Flag Raising. Have your properties…
Still remembering and celebrating St. Bernard’s Grade School
by Sandra Dempsey Post • • Comments Off on Still remembering and celebrating St. Bernard’s Grade School
Memories are highly personal, and individuals often recall the same event with considerably different details. Ask siblings who grew up in the same household with the same parents and based on their childhood memories, it’s as though some of them…