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News from December 2023

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Q3 2023 Recap: 1 parolee from Marshall County convicted of a crime involving drugs set for supervised release

By Peoria Standard | Dec 11, 2023

There was one offender convicted of a crime involving drugs living in Marshall County released on parole during the third quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Peoria Standard.

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Stark County residents pay $9,922 in Countywide Sales Tax in September

By Peoria Standard | Dec 11, 2023

In September, Stark County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Spoon River Snappers matchups set for upcoming college basketball season

By Peoria Standard | Dec 11, 2023

The Spoon River Snappers’ season starts on Wed Nov. 1 at Canton.

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City of Peoria Selected for FRA’s New Corridor Identification Designation

By Peoria Standard Report | Dec 11, 2023

On Thursday, December 7, Mayor Ali was joined by former United States Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood to announce that the city of Peoria was selected for the Federal Railroad Administration’s (FRA) Corridor Identification Program. They were joined by representatives from Senator Durbin and Senator Duckworth’s offices, elected officials, area leaders, and members from the Peoria Area Passenger Rail leadership team.

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Operation Rising Spirit: Bringing Holiday Cheer to Veterans in Illinois

By Peoria Standard | Dec 11, 2023

In the spirit of the holiday season, an initiative called "Operation Rising Spirit" is encouraging people to bring some cheer to our nation's heroes. The campaign invites individuals to participate by sending a card or letter to veterans residing in one of Illinois' five veterans' homes.The initiative aims to show appreciation and support for the brave men and women who have served their country. By sending a simple message of gratitude and holiday wishes, participants can make a meaningful impact on the lives of these veterans.Operation Rising Spirit provides an...

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Leaf Collection Schedule Extended in Waukegan

By Peoria Standard | Dec 11, 2023

Waukegan Public Works and LRS have announced an extension of the Leaf Collection schedule until Friday, December 22nd, weather permitting. The schedule provided is a guideline, and both Public Works and LRS will make every effort to adhere to it as closely as possible.The collection schedule for the upcoming days is as follows:On Monday, December 11, LRS will finish collecting leaves in the 6th Ward (Ridgeland to Julian, Jackson to North Ave.) and begin in the 7th Ward. Meanwhile, Public Works will complete the N. Bonnie Brook Area and move on to the 8th Ward, including...

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$352,019 in County Sales Tax collected in 2022 for Fulton County

By Peoria Standard | Dec 11, 2023

In 2022, Fulton County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous year.

City of Batavia Committee of the Whole met Nov. 13

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 11, 2023

City of Batavia Committee of the Whole met Monday, Nov. 13

City of Batavia Historic Preservation Commission met Nov. 13

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 11, 2023

City of Batavia Historic Preservation Commission met Monday, Nov. 13

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Lane restrictions to go into effect on Nebraska Avenue starting Monday, Dec. 11

By Peoria Standard Report | Dec 11, 2023

Beginning at 7 am on Monday, December 11, daytime rolling lane restrictions will go into effect on E Nebraska Avenue between Knoxville Avenue and N Wisconsin Avenue. These restrictions are necessary for the Nebraska Avenue Light Project and are expected to last five weeks, weather permitting.

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Q3 2023 Recap: 4 parolees from Fulton County convicted of property crimes set for supervised release

By Peoria Standard | Dec 10, 2023

There were four offenders convicted of property crimes living in Fulton County released on parole during the third quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Peoria Standard.

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Illinois Central Cougars taking to the court this season

By Peoria Standard | Dec 10, 2023

The Illinois Central Cougars’ season starts on Wed Nov. 1 at Oglesby.

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Peoria County collects $921,636 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in September

By Peoria Standard | Dec 10, 2023

In September, Peoria County saw an increase in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Metamora High School standout Elena Redgate’s college team won in NJCAA game on Saturday, December 9

By Peoria Standard | Dec 10, 2023

The Illinois Central Cougars won 97-51 in their NJCAA game against the Lake Michigan Red Hawks on Saturday, December 9.

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Wayne City High School standout Avery Seidel’s college team lost in NCAA D3 game on Saturday, December 9

By Peoria Standard | Dec 10, 2023

The Eureka Red Devils lost 46-65 in their NCAA D3 game against the Spalding Golden Eagles on Saturday, December 9.

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On Saturday, December 9, Elmwood High School standout Hannah Burkiett competed in NCAA D3 game

By Peoria Standard | Dec 10, 2023

The game took place in Louisville, Kentucky.

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Addi Swadinsky, former Dee-Mack High School standout, played on Saturday, December 9 in NJCAA game

By Peoria Standard | Dec 10, 2023

The game took place in East Peoria, Illinois.

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Midwest Central High School standout Cora DeSutter’s college team won in NJCAA game on Saturday, December 9

By Peoria Standard | Dec 10, 2023

The Illinois Central Cougars won 97-51 in their NJCAA game against the Lake Michigan Red Hawks on Saturday, December 9.

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On Saturday, December 9, former Champaign Central High School standout Nevaeh Essien’s college team lost in an NCAA D3 game

By Peoria Standard | Dec 10, 2023

The Eureka Red Devils lost 46-65 in their NCAA D3 game against the Spalding Golden Eagles on Saturday, December 9.

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Macy Petelin and Naomi Elliott, former University High School standouts, played on Saturday, December 9 in NJCAA game

By Peoria Standard | Dec 10, 2023

The game took place in East Peoria, Illinois.