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News from November 2023

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Report: At Banner Elementary School, Black student rule-breaking rate notably exceeds that of white students

By Peoria Standard | Nov 30, 2023

Black students, constituting 7.4% or 24 of Banner Elementary School's total student population of 323, accounted for three out of the six total suspensions (50%) in the 2021-22 school year, averaging one suspension per eight students, according to the latest student discipline report by the Illinois State Board of Education.

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How to Prepare your Home for Winter

By Peoria Standard | Nov 30, 2023

As winter approaches in Illinois, homeowners are advised to take proactive measures to protect their homes from the harsh weather conditions. With freezing temperatures, snow, and the risk of damage, it is essential to prepare your home for the season. According to Consumer Reports, "water damage, particularly damage linked to frozen and burst pipes, accounts for a major share of homeowner’s insurance claims." Therefore, it is crucial to take the necessary steps to prevent such incidents.One of the first steps to prepare your home for winter is to protect indoor pipes....

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Kewanee Office Update

By Peoria Standard | Nov 30, 2023

The Kewanee Office will be temporarily closed this Friday, December 1, due to a staffing conflict. Normal operating hours will resume on Monday, December 4. "We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause," said a representative from the Kewanee Office. During this time, customers are encouraged to contact the office by phone at 309-204-6514 with any questions or concerns. The staff will be available to provide assistance remotely. "We want to assure our customers that we are here to help," the representative added. "Please do not hesitate to reach out to us if you...

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Peoria County Board Finance Audit and Legislative Affairs and Executive Committee met Sept. 26

By Philip Gonzales | Nov 30, 2023

Peoria County Board Finance Audit and Legislative Affairs and Executive Committee met Tuesday, Sept. 26

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City of Peoria Planning & Zoning Commission met Nov. 2

By Philip Gonzales | Nov 30, 2023

City of Peoria Planning & Zoning Commission met Thursday, Nov. 2

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St. Charles North High School standout Connor Linke’s college team lost in NCAA D1 game on Wednesday, November 29

By Peoria Standard | Nov 30, 2023

The Bradley Braves lost 72-79 in their NCAA D1 game against the Murray State Racers on Wednesday, November 29.

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Benet Academy standouts Kyle Thomas and Sam Hennessy’s college team lost in NCAA D1 game on Wednesday, November 29

By Peoria Standard | Nov 30, 2023

The Bradley Braves lost 72-79 in their NCAA D1 game against the Murray State Racers on Wednesday, November 29.

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Almar Atlason, former Sunrise Christian Academy standout, played on Wednesday, November 29 in NCAA D1 game

By Peoria Standard | Nov 30, 2023

The Bradley Braves lost 72-79 in their NCAA D1 game against the Murray State Racers on Wednesday, November 29.

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On Wednesday, November 29, Mullen High School standout Christian Davis competed in NCAA D1 game

By Peoria Standard | Nov 30, 2023

The game took place in Murray, Kentucky.

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Glenbard South High School standout Cade Hardtke’s college team lost in NCAA D1 game on Wednesday, November 29

By Peoria Standard | Nov 30, 2023

The game took place in Murray, Kentucky.

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Duke Deen, former Bossier High School standout, played on Wednesday, November 29 in NCAA D1 game

By Peoria Standard | Nov 30, 2023

The game took place in Murray, Kentucky.

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On Wednesday, November 29, Denison High School standout Goanar Biliew competed in NCAA D1 game

By Peoria Standard | Nov 30, 2023

The Bradley Braves lost 72-79 in their NCAA D1 game against the Murray State Racers on Wednesday, November 29.

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Hamilton High School standout Demarion Burch’s college team lost in NCAA D1 game on Wednesday, November 29

By Peoria Standard | Nov 30, 2023

The game took place in Murray, Kentucky.

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On Wednesday, November 29, Milwaukee Academy of Science standout Darius Hannah competed in NCAA D1 game

By Peoria Standard | Nov 30, 2023

The Bradley Braves lost 72-79 in their NCAA D1 game against the Murray State Racers on Wednesday, November 29.

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Emarion Ellis, former Assumption High School standout, played on Wednesday, November 29 in NCAA D1 game

By Peoria Standard | Nov 30, 2023

The game took place in Murray, Kentucky.

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Bloomington High School South standout Connor Hickman’s college team lost in NCAA D1 game on Wednesday, November 29

By Peoria Standard | Nov 30, 2023

The Bradley Braves lost 72-79 in their NCAA D1 game against the Murray State Racers on Wednesday, November 29.

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Carman-Ainsworth High School standout Armoni Strozier’s college team lost in NCAA D1 game on Wednesday, November 29

By Peoria Standard | Nov 30, 2023

The game took place in Indianapolis, Indiana.

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Sullivan High School standouts Chloe Smith and Lainey Moore’s college team lost in NCAA D3 game on Wednesday, November 29

By Peoria Standard | Nov 30, 2023

The Eureka Red Devils lost 47-89 in their NCAA D3 game against the Franklin Grizzlies on Wednesday, November 29.

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On Wednesday, November 29, Normal West High School standout Ashley Wilcox competed in NCAA D3 game

By Peoria Standard | Nov 30, 2023

The game took place in Franklin, Indiana.

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Waterloo West High School standout Halli Poock’s college team lost in NCAA D1 game on Wednesday, November 29

By Peoria Standard | Nov 30, 2023

The game took place in Indianapolis, Indiana.