Peoria, Illinois, is taking the New Year in stride, building on past successes and moving forward with new ideas to prompt increased safety, better employment and community growth. New Decisions from Washington U.S. Senator and Assistant Majority Leader Dick Durbin’s…
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The Bradley Renaissance Campaign Continues
by Martin Hobe • • Comments Off on The Bradley Renaissance Campaign Continues
You may have noticed a lot of construction going on at Bradley University lately. Why have we seen so much activity? Well Bradley is actively continuing their Campaign for Bradley Renaissance. The campaign has seven key initiatives, some of which…
The Importance of Salvation Army’s Tree of Lights Campaign in Peoria
by Community Word Staff • • Comments Off on The Importance of Salvation Army’s Tree of Lights Campaign in Peoria
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…
New Faces Eager to Warm Council Seats
by Sara Browning • • Comments Off on New Faces Eager to Warm Council Seats
New challengers for the Peoria City Council are getting ready for 2011 elections. It’s time for (yet) another election. And locals never seem to tire of the campaigning, mudslinging or celebrating with cash bars open ‘til midnight. But celebrations are…
New Downstate Story Now Available
by Community Word Staff • • Comments Off on New Downstate Story Now Available
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
by Community Word Staff • • Comments Off on Newsbriefs for January 2011
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…
Stay Safe in the Face of Old Man Winter with Red Cross
by Community Word Staff • • Comments Off on Stay Safe in the Face of Old Man Winter with Red Cross
Winter storms may bring hazardous driving conditions and downed trees and power lines. The Red Cross offers these suggestions to help you be prepared and stay safe in the event of a winter emergency. Always stay home when severe weather…
Illinois still blue despite Republican gains
by Sara Browning • • Comments Off on Illinois still blue despite Republican gains
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…
Butcher Block – Salute to Success
by Community Word Staff • • Comments Off on Butcher Block – Salute to Success
By Marie Blood QUESTION: What is the best kept secret in Peoria? ANSWER: The Butcher Block Steakhouse & Grill which morphed from a small meat/deli shop in Lake of the Woods in the mid-90’s to a booming full-service restaurant at…
Hick’ry Stick Cafe: New Addition to Family Catering Business
by Sandra Dempsey Post • • Comments Off on Hick’ry Stick Cafe: New Addition to Family Catering Business
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…