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News from February 2024

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The 2023-2024 schedule has been released for the Bradley Braves team

By Peoria Standard | Feb 26, 2024

They open the season at a neutral site in Nevada.

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Who voted in Central Township of Farmington: Precinct Farmington 2 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By Peoria Standard | Feb 26, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Peoria Standard analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 153 voters in Central Township of Farmington: Precinct Farmington 2 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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How much did farmers in Logan County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By Peoria Standard | Feb 26, 2024

Farms in Logan County received $10,060,628 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Cities in Peoria County recorded unchanged number of lawyers practicing law in January

By Peoria Standard | Feb 26, 2024

The number of lawyers with active licenses in cities in Peoria County in January remained the same in comparison to the previous month.

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Truancy in Mason County districts decreased in 2021-22 school year

By Peoria Standard | Feb 26, 2024

Truancy is a persistent issue in many schools across the United States, with some students regularly skipping classes and falling behind in their studies.

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Fulton County in week ending Feb. 24

By Peoria Standard | Feb 26, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Fulton County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 24, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Did Astoria Community Unit School District 1 students fail or pass their 2021-22 ELA tests?

By Peoria Standard | Feb 26, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 72.8% of Astoria Community Unit School District 1 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Did Norwood Elementary School District 63 students succeed or flounder in their 2021-22 school year ELA tests?

By Peoria Standard | Feb 26, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 20.5% of Norwood Elementary School District 63 students passed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Waukegan Fire Department Offers Friends & Family CPR Course for Public

By Peoria Standard | Feb 26, 2024

The Waukegan Fire Department in Illinois is providing a vital service to the community by offering the American Heart Association Friends & Family CPR course for individuals aged 15 and above. The course, while informative and beneficial, does not come with a CPR certification card upon completion.Participants in this course will learn essential lifesaving skills, including adult, child, and infant Hands-Only CPR, as well as adult, child, and infant AED use. Additionally, attendees will be instructed on how to handle mild and severe airway blockages for individuals of all...

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UDO Public Meetings Scheduled in Waukegan to Discuss Development Ordinance Changes

By Peoria Standard | Feb 26, 2024

Waukegan, Feb 26 2024 - The City's Planning & Zoning department is spearheading a Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) project aimed at simplifying and updating rules related to development, business, and land use. In line with this initiative, two public meetings have been scheduled to inform the community about the upcoming changes and their potential impact.According to the City's Planning & Zoning department, the UDO project will bring about significant changes in regulations governing various aspects of development and land use. They stated, "The UDO will simplify and...

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City of Peoria Honors Retired Manual High School Art Teacher and Coach

By Peoria Standard | Feb 26, 2024

February 26, 2024 (Peoria, IL) An honorary street naming ceremony was held at Manual High School to pay tribute to retired art instructor and coach, Mr. Lawrence “Larry” Anthony Hendricks, Jr. Mr. Hendricks, who taught at Manual High School from 1970 to 2004, was honored for his significant contributions to the school and community.During his tenure at Manual High School, Mr. Hendricks served as a teacher, coach, and mentor in various capacities. He was the first boys' soccer head coach, head coach for girls' basketball and girls' track and field, and head coach for boys'...

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1 gas station in cities throughout Peoria County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Feb. 24

By Peoria Standard | Feb 26, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Peoria County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 24, according to GasBuddy.com.

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2024 City Vehicle Stickers

By Peoria Standard Report | Feb 26, 2024

Waukegan City Vehicle Stickers are on sale in-person at City Hall and online.

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Tazewell County in week ending Feb. 24

By Peoria Standard | Feb 26, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Tazewell County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 24, according to GasBuddy.com.

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City of Peoria Launches Commercial Renovation Grant Program

By Peoria Standard | Feb 26, 2024

The city of Peoria has announced the launch of the 2024 Commercial Renovation Grant program, aimed at assisting small businesses in making improvements to their commercial properties. As stated by the city officials, the grants can range from $5,000 to $25,000 for projects enhancing the interior or exterior of the business.According to the announcement, past recipients have utilized the funding for various purposes such as façade beautification, fixture upgrades, improved signage, painting, and flooring replacement. The program, now in its third year, aims to support...

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Southern Township of Farmington: Precinct Farmington 3

By Peoria Standard | Feb 26, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Peoria Standard analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 116 voters in Southern Township of Farmington: Precinct Farmington 3 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Cities in Woodford County: 7 lawyers in good standing were registered as of January

By Peoria Standard | Feb 26, 2024

Cities located within Woodford County recorded seven lawyers in good standing to practice law as of January.

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Peoria County 3rd largest nursing home as of Q4 2023: The Loft Rehabilitation of Peoria

By Peoria Standard | Feb 26, 2024

With an overall rating of one, The Loft Rehabilitation of Peoria was the third largest nursing home in Peoria County during the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Adams Street traffic control for OWTW Conversion Project to begin Feb. 26

By Peoria Standard Report | Feb 26, 2024

Beginning Monday, February 26, construction work zones and traffic control will be established on SW Adams Street between Walnut Street and Fulton Street.

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Sunday, February 25: Marlington High School standout Angela Cirone’s college team wins to Western Carolina Catamounts

By Peoria Standard | Feb 25, 2024

The game took place in Birmingham, Alabama.