August, 2024 Stories | Peoria Standard

Cheapest diesel in cities across Marshall County in week ending Aug. 17

By Peoria Standard | Aug 27, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Marshall County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

City announces start of sealcoating road projects on August 29

By Peoria Standard | Aug 27, 2024

The 2024 sealcoating project will commence on Thursday, August 29, affecting various streets throughout the city. Residents directly impacted by the project will receive a door hanger notification 24 hours before work begins.

Peoria appoints Chester "Chet" Tomczyk as new city treasurer

By Peoria Standard | Aug 27, 2024

August 27, 2024 (PEORIA, IL) — The city of Peoria has announced the appointment of Chester “Chet” Tomczyk as the new City Treasurer, effective August 28, 2024. This decision follows the resignation of Treasurer Stephen Morris due to professional and personal obligations. The City Council voted unanimously to appoint Tomczyk during tonight’s council meeting.

Peoria County facilities announce closures for Labor Day weekend

By Peoria Standard | Aug 27, 2024

The Peoria County Courthouse, Veterans Assistance Commission, Election Commission, Animal Protection Services (PCAPS), Highway Department offices, and Peoria City/County Health Department offices will be closed for Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2024. These facilities will reopen to regular hours on Tuesday, September 3.

How many Woodford County students failed their English exams in 2023?

By Peoria Standard | Aug 26, 2024

More than 3 in 10 Woodford County public students aren't at grade level based on their performance in the English portion of the 2023 SAT.

How many lawyers in good standing were practicing law in cities within Fulton County as of July?

By Peoria Standard | Aug 26, 2024

Cities within Fulton County recorded 12 lawyers in good standing to practice law as of July.

Cheapest diesel in cities across Tazewell County in week ending Aug. 17

By Peoria Standard | Aug 26, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Tazewell County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Peoria County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Aug. 17

By Peoria Standard | Aug 26, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Peoria County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Downtown road closures scheduled for Labor Day Parade

By Peoria Standard | Aug 26, 2024

Numerous roads throughout Downtown will be closed from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 2, due to the Labor Day Parade sponsored by the West Central Illinois Labor Council.

Labor Day affects GFL's recycling and trash collection schedule

By Peoria Standard | Aug 26, 2024

GFL will not collect recycling, yard waste, or trash on Monday, September 2, due to the holiday.

Illinois celebrates historic milestone on Constitution Day

By Peoria Standard | Aug 26, 2024

Illinois Constitution Day is observed every August 26, marking the ratification of Illinois’ first state constitution in 1818. This milestone event was crucial in Illinois' transition from a frontier territory to a state within the Union. House Bill 2834 from the 102nd General Assembly, introduced in 2021, established this day to ensure statewide recognition and celebration of Illinois' constitutional history.

Peoria adjusts GFL collection times due to heat

By Peoria Standard | Aug 26, 2024

Due to forecasted high temperatures, the City of Peoria's recycling, yard waste, and trash collections will commence one hour earlier on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Bridge to Bridge Run prompts road closures on Sept. 2

By Peoria Standard | Aug 26, 2024

Beginning at 7 a.m. and lasting until 9 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 2, portions of S.W. Water Street will be closed for the Bridge to Bridge Run sponsored by Illinois Valley Striders.

City of Batavia Historic Preservation Commission met Aug. 26

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Aug 26, 2024

City of Batavia Historic Preservation Commission met Monday, Aug. 26

45.2% of Tazewell County students failed their 2023 English exam; Scores fell 1.8% from previous year

By Peoria Standard | Aug 26, 2024

Nearly 5 in 10 Tazewell County public students aren't at grade level based on their performance in the English portion of the 2023 SAT.

Cheapest diesel in cities across Peoria County in week ending Aug. 17

By Peoria Standard | Aug 26, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Peoria County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Marshall County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Aug. 17

By Peoria Standard | Aug 26, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Marshall County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Tazewell County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Aug. 17

By Peoria Standard | Aug 26, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Tazewell County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.