Peoria County news briefs
— April 24, 2019STATE IEMA says emergency preparedness starts at home The Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) is encouraging people to stay aware of local forecasts and be prepared to act quickly…
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After years of helping other businesses, owner of Peoria bakery grows her own
— April 12, 2019After seven years of helping businesses thrive and grow in Chillicothe, economic development director Rachael Parker is stepping down to grow her own full-time business. Parker will…
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New service offers in-home personal care and companionship for seniors
— April 9, 2019Jennifer Pearce knows what it’s like when an aging loved one needs help staying in his or her home. “Seniors want to age in place. They prefer to stay in their home….
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Peoria County News Briefs
— March 6, 2019PEORIA Well water users needed for lead test To see if the local well water supply contains lead, 75 Peoria County residents are needed to have their well water tested for lead. The…
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Peoria County News Briefs
— February 20, 2019CENTRAL ILLINOIS Area measles cases traced to unvaccinated college students Two cases have been reported in Champaign-Urbana in recent months — the first in January and the second…
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Peoria County News Briefs
— April 10, 2019PEORIA COUNTY Upcoming blood donation opportunities The American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to give blood or platelets during National Volunteer Month this April. Eligible…
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Peoria County News Briefs
— March 13, 2019CENTRAL ILLINOIS Session will train volunteers to aid in natural disasters Training for second responders, people who assist with recovery efforts after first responders deal with a…
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Peoria County News Briefs
— February 27, 2019STATE Bill proposes elected officials wear body cams to thwart corruption A bill designed to reduce corruption at the state and local levels has been proposed in Springfield. The bill,…
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