Volunteering for more than 20 years at the Church Mouse Thrift Shop in Peoria has been rewarding in many ways for Judy Huff. These days the soon-to-be octogenarian and her husband,…
STATE Master Gardeners looking for a few green thumbs University of Illinois Extension serving Peoria and Tazewell counties is accepting applications for Master Gardener training…
MARCH 22 Regional College Fair Thursday, 6-7:30 p.m. Renaissance Coliseum, 1600 W. Main St., Peoria Free Bradley University will host the event for high school students and their parents…
Thanks to an event that started with the kindness of a local dry cleaner several years ago, area high school girls can attend their proms in style without having to fret about how…
MARCH 15 Third Thursday Film Fest: ‘The Pursuit of Happyness’ Thursday, 2-4:30 p.m. North Branch, Peoria Public Library, 3001 Grand Pkwy. Free Bring a snack and enjoy the movie…
Was a close vote for weather the Peoria County auditor should be switched from an elected office to a professional auditor and appointed by the County Board with a 5-year term. The…
St. Patrick’s Day will kick off in Downtown Peoria with the 38th Annual St. Patrick’s Day parade at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 18. The parade is organized by the St. Patrick…
CHILLICOTHE Roadway to honor fallen Navy SEAL Illinois Route 29 in Chillicothe has a new name: Senior Chief Petty Officer William “Ryan” Owens Memorial Highway. The name change…
Three men shot – one ...Three men were shot – one fatally -- Saturday afternoon on Chicago's ...
Government, defense spar as child ...With the criminal trial of Elburn veterinarian Adam Stafford King fast approaching ...
Chicago teen charged in fatal ...A 19-year-old Chicago man has been charged in connection with a fatal ...
Challenges persist for women, minorities ...PEORIA — For 60 years, SkillsUSA Illinois has held workforce development competitions ...
