Adventurous nature lovers are invited to explore local history through their taste buds at the Funks Grove Maple Sirup Experience at Sugar Grove Nature Center on Wednesday, Feb. 27…
Despite the efforts of three fire departments, an early-morning fire has claimed the life of an East Peoria man. Nearly 45 firefighters from Spring Bay, Germantown Hills and Metamora…
This week’s farm and rural news roundup offers information about Rep. Cheri Bustos’ appointment to a key Democratic leadership position, along with news of a new U of I publication…
CENTRAL ILLINOIS Guidance offered to future entrepreneurs Do you want to start the new year by opening a new business? If so, you may want to attend a free workshop, Starting a Business…
You could say the Miller Park Zoo ended 2018 on a high note. From an outside organization’s sensory certification recognition to hosting what could potentially be a scientific breakthrough,…
“Annie’s Project – Empowering Women in Agriculture” is being co-sponsored by University of Illinois Extension, Fulton-Mason-Peoria-Tazewell Unit, and Peoria County Farm Bureau…
Winter might seem like a good time to hibernate indoors, but Camp Wokanda’s annual Chill Billy event is a reminder that outdoor fun doesn’t have to end when the temperature…
STATE New year, new laws are on the books In 2018, more than 250 new laws were passed in Illinois. Here is a small sampling of some of the laws that went into effect Jan. 1. Rear-facing…
