Property taxes too high? Join Peoria County’s Supervisor of Assessments for “Proper Property Value,” a free workshop from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 4, at ICC’s North Campus. This class is offered throughIllinois Central College’s Adult Community Programs. Peoria County’s Supervisor of Assessments will explain how…
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Keep Peoria Beautiful Annual Awards Reception Celebrates the 2012 Orchid Award winner
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The 2012 Orchid Award Reception wiff feature a wine tasting with light hors d’oeuvres on Thursday, September 13th at the Luthy botanical Garden from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. The Presentation of Awards will be at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are $20…
The Hayloft’s 30th Art and Craft Fair
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The Hayloft Shops in the Village of Mossville will present their 30th annual Art & Craft Fair for 2012, rain or shine on Friday, September 7th from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Saturday, September 8th from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and on Sunday,…
Peoria Public Library to Offer New Musical Performance Series – “Music in the McKenzie”
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Peoria Public Library will launch a new series of free musical performances at North Branch, 3001 W. Grand Parkway, called Music in the McKenzie, named for the McKenzie Room. All ages will enjoy Music in the McKenzie, which will begin in September…
Sixth Annual Recovery Walks! 2012 – September 22
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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 – •…
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…
West Peoria News for August 2012
by Sharon McBride • • Comments Off on West Peoria News for August 2012
Peoria POPS Orchestra’s Swing Band will present the season’s final Concert In the Park on Sunday, August 12th from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Franciscan Recreation Complex. The West Peoria Residents’ Association and the Peoria Park District invite you to grab your…