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Contractor Registration Expires 12/31/2023

By Peoria Standard Report | Dec 20, 2023

Contractor registration expires on Sunday, December 31st. Log into the City's portal to submit updated certificate of insurance and a copy of your current license under the "My Records" tab. The submission will be reviewed within 10 business days and an email sent to you with instructions to pay when approved.

No trash or recycling pick-up on Monday, Dec. 25, or Jan. 1 due to the holidays

By Peoria Standard Report | Dec 20, 2023

The City of Peoria’s solid waste hauler, GFL, will not collect trash or recycling on Christmas, Monday, December 25, and on New Year’s Day, Monday, January 1.

Report reveals Black students face more discipline at Quest Charter School Academy in 2021-22 school year

By Peoria Standard | Dec 20, 2023

Black students, constituting 70.6% or 336 of Quest Charter School Academy's total student population of 476, accounted for 257 out of the 285 total suspensions (90.2%) in the 2021-22 school year, averaging roughly one suspension per student, according to the latest student discipline report by the Illinois State Board of Education.

From Rock Island Today

McGraw on IEDs found at border: ‘I’m running to defend America by ending this madness, restoring order & cracking down on the cartels’

By Rock Island Today | 11 months ago

Judge Joe McGraw, a candidate for the 17th Congressional District, has expressed his apprehension and dedication to reinstating order at the southern U.S. border.

From Illinois Valley Times

Meet & Greet with Senate candidate Chris Bishop to be held in Princeton on Dec. 21

By Illinois Valley Times | 11 months ago

Senate Candidate Chris Bishop is set to host a "Meet & Greet" event on Dec. 21 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Princeton Room located at 435 S. Main Street in Princeton, as part of his campaign strategy for District 37. A notable figure in local politics, Bishop is contesting for the GOP nomination, which will be decided in the primary election scheduled for March 19.

City of Eureka City Council met November 20

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Dec 20, 2023

City of Eureka City Council met 7:30 p.m. Monday, November 20.

Rep. Weaver Visits With Students and Staff at Pekin Community High School

By Peoria Standard | Dec 20, 2023

Dec 20, 2023Last week, Rep. Weaver had the pleasure of visiting Pekin Community High School to engage in meaningful conversations with government and consumer economics students. The visit provided an invaluable opportunity for the students and staff to interact with a prominent figure in government and gain insights into the inner workings of the political landscape.Expressing her gratitude, Rep. Weaver extended her thanks to Colleen Kahl and Pekin Community High School for organizing the event. She acknowledged the warm welcome she received and expressed her...

Openlands Announces Free Trees and Bushes for Waukegan Residents

By Peoria Standard | Dec 20, 2023

Openlands, in collaboration with various partners including the US Forest Service Department of Agriculture and Waukegan Public Works, has announced a new initiative aimed at assisting eligible Waukegan residents in enhancing their yards with native landscaping trees and bushes. The program, called Help Grow Waukegan, will provide up to three large plants and a $100 gift card for each eligible resident.To be eligible for this program, residents must have a job in landscaping, yard work, and/or tree trimming, and they or their landlords must agree to care for the plants....

City of Chillicothe Cemetery, Parks, Recreation & Beautification Committee met Oct. 17

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 20, 2023

City of Chillicothe Cemetery, Parks, Recreation & Beautification Committee met Tuesday, Oct. 17

City of East Peoria City Council met Nov. 21

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 20, 2023

City of East Peoria City Council met Tuesday, Nov. 21

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

By Peoria Standard | Dec 19, 2023

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

Discipline at Metamora Grade School: Multiracial students most affected in 2021-22 school year

By Peoria Standard | Dec 19, 2023

Multiracial students, constituting 3.4% or 27 of Metamora Grade School's total student population of 795, accounted for six out of the 27 total suspensions (22.2%) in the 2021-22 school year, averaging roughly one suspension per five students, according to the latest student discipline report by the Illinois State Board of Education.

Prairie State sales taxes: Woodford County residents paid 26th-largest sum in 2022

By Peoria Standard | Dec 19, 2023

Woodford County residents paid $8.4 million in sales taxes, the 26th highest total paid per county in 2022.

How did home valuation prices perform in Woodford County in November 2023, compared to November 2022?

By Peoria Standard | Dec 19, 2023

In November 2023, the median sale price of a home in Woodford County fell by $4,230 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 3.3%.

From McLean County Times

Judge Joe McGraw gains momentum in IL-17 congressional race: 'join us in the fight to restore our home'

By McLean County Times | 11 months ago

Judge Joe McGraw, vying for the 17th Congressional District seat, is steadily gaining traction in his campaign.

Planning Underway for America’s 250th Birthday

By Peoria Standard | Dec 19, 2023

In less than three years, the United States will commemorate its 250th birthday, known as the Semiquincentennial. The journey towards this historic milestone is an opportunity for Americans to reflect on the nation's past, honor the contributions of all Americans, and look towards the future.The U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission, established by Congress in 2016, is working tirelessly to plan and orchestrate the largest and most inclusive anniversary observance in the nation's history. Their goal is to engage Americans from all walks of life in designing a meaningful...

City of East Peoria City Council met Oct. 17

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 19, 2023

City of East Peoria City Council met Tuesday, Oct. 17

City of El Paso City Council met Nov. 20

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 19, 2023

City of El Paso City Council met Monday, Nov. 20

Lisle Jr High School standout Raymond Bandzoumouna Jr.’s college team lost in NCAA D3 game on Monday, December 18

By Peoria Standard | Dec 19, 2023

The Eureka Red Devils lost 56-92 in their NCAA D3 game against the Western Illinois Leathernecks on Monday, December 18.

On Monday, December 18, former Assumption High School standout Emarion Ellis’ college team lost in an NCAA D1 game

By Peoria Standard | Dec 19, 2023

The Bradley Braves lost 67-69 in their NCAA D1 game against the Duquesne Dukes on Monday, December 18.