by Martin Hobe The Salvation Army is currently holding their Tree of Lights campaign, a collection of toy giveaways, parties and other social fundraising events. The campaign helps raise money for the local Salvation Army division. It started Nov. 10…
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New Downstate Story Now Available
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Ten new short stories by Illinois and Midwestern writers, illustrated with original art, are featured in the 2010 edition of Downstate Story, Peoria’s only literary magazine. The downstate Illinois writers in this issue are Pepper Bauer of Mapleton; Connie Stepe…
Newsbriefs for January 2011
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Peoria County Genealogical Society January Meeting Jon Austin, General Manager of Springdale Cemetery, an avid genealogist and professional historian, will speak during the January 13 meeting of the Peoria County Genealogical Society. The meeting will begin at 7:00 p.m. and…
Illinois still blue despite Republican gains
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A tainted Republican victory leaves Democrats retaining power in the 92nd district, the Senate and in the State of Illinois. Peaking Too Early? In the months leading up to midterms, Republicans were motivated. Voters were disgruntled over a health care…
Hick’ry Stick Cafe: New Addition to Family Catering Business
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Standing proudly in front of their new cafe, Hick’ry Stick, located at 1122 E. McClure in Peoria are (L to R) Ron Foster III, Ron Foster, and Ryan Foster. The family-operated business offers eat-in, catering and carry-out. Tip jars on…
West Peoria News for December 2010
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The West Peoria Residents’ Association invites everyone to join them in kicking off the Christmas Season at the annual Christmas Party, Sunday, December 5th from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at the Franciscan Recreation Center. Bring your family and enjoy entertainment…
Happenings for Dec. 2010
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thru Dec. 31 – Poinsettia Show at the Luthy Botanical Gardens. Call for ticket prices and times at (309) 686-3236. Dec. 2 – Magician Mitch Williams at The Whammy Bar from 5:30 – 8:00 p.m. Call (309) 647-3692. Dec. 3…
Peoria Park District Happenings in December
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SOMMER PARK HOSTS ANTEBELLUM CHRISTMAS DECEMBER 4 The Peoria Park District’s W. H. Sommer Park will host an Antebellum Christmas on Saturday, December 4, from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Learn some customs of the era, sing popular Christmas songs, and…
Ag Service Award Presented
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Jordan Feucht of Princeville is the recipient of the Peoria County Farm Bureau’s 2010 Ag Service Award. This is the 15th consecutive year that a Peoria County resident has been recognized for demonstrating outstanding service to agriculture. Jordan has served…
Volunteer Emergency Service Award Winner
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Richard “Dick” Archibald of Brimfield was recently presented with Peoria County Farm Bureau’s Volunteer Emergency Service Award at their annual meeting. Dick has been a member of the Brimfield Community Fire Protection District for over 50 years and is a…