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1 gas station in cities throughout Woodford County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Mar. 23

By Peoria Standard | Mar 25, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Woodford County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 23, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Woodford County in week ending Mar. 23?

By Peoria Standard | Mar 25, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Woodford County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 23, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central Township of Sherman: Precinct Sherman

By Peoria Standard | Mar 25, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Peoria Standard analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 240 voters in Central Township of Sherman: Precinct Sherman cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Test expectations: How many Washington School District 52 students failed to meet the ELA IAR expectations in 2021-22 school year?

By Peoria Standard | Mar 25, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 57.7% of Washington School District 52 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central Township of Mason City: Precinct Mason City 3

By Peoria Standard | Mar 25, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Peoria Standard analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 362 voters in Central Township of Mason City: Precinct Mason City 3 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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How did Central E City of Havana: Precinct Havana 4 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By Peoria Standard | Mar 25, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Peoria Standard analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 418 voters in Central E City of Havana: Precinct Havana 4 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Illinois State Police Increasing Pay for New State Troopers

By Peoria Standard | Mar 25, 2024

The Illinois State Police is increasing starting pay for new state troopers. Starting July 1, 2024, new troopers will earn a total amount of compensation above $90k upon graduation from the Illinois State Police Academy."As the Illinois State Police continues to evolve, it is essential that we remain competitive in our recruitment efforts," said Acting Director of the Illinois State Police, Brendan F. Kelly.The deadline for the next round of applications has been extended to May 1, 2024. Those interested in applying can visit the Illinois State Police Merit Board...

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Woodford County residents pay $3.1 million in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in 2022

By Peoria Standard | Mar 25, 2024

In 2022, Woodford County saw an increase in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Combined Sewer Overflow Alert from the City of Peoria

By Peoria Standard | Mar 25, 2024

The City of Peoria issued a sewage warning on Mar 25, 2024, alerting residents about a combined sewer overflow (CSO) into the Illinois River due to recent rainfall. The warning specifically cautions against full-body contact with the river downstream from Detweiller Marina to avoid potential health risks."When this warning is posted, please avoid full-body contact with the Illinois River in the area downstream from Detweiller Marina. You may get sick if you swallow water while swimming, Jet Skiing, or water skiing in these areas after a combined sewer overflow," advised...

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1 gas station in cities throughout Peoria County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Mar. 23

By Peoria Standard | Mar 25, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Peoria County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 23, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Analysis: Bradford Community Unit School District 1 administrators rank 380th in state for average pay in 2022

By Peoria Standard | Mar 25, 2024

Administrators in Bradford Community Unit School District 1 earn an average of $109,000 per year, ranking 380th in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Honoring Our Nations Heroes on National Medal of Honor Day

By Peoria Standard | Mar 25, 2024

On March 25th, 2024, the nation commemorates National Medal of Honor Day, a day dedicated to honoring those who have exemplified extraordinary bravery and courage in the line of duty. Established in 1861, the Medal of Honor is the highest military award for valor, with only 3,517 members of the armed forces having received this prestigious recognition.Among the distinguished recipients of the Medal of Honor is Illinois native Hal Fritz of Peoria. Fritz was awarded the Medal of Honor in 1971 for his remarkable acts of heroism, described as "conspicuous gallantry and...

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Pleasant Valley School District 62: How many students met or exceeded expectations in Math in 2021-22 school year?

By Peoria Standard | Mar 25, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 11.7% of Pleasant Valley School District 62 students passed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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2 lawyers in good standing in cities within Marshall County as of February

By Peoria Standard | Mar 24, 2024

Cities within Marshall County recorded two lawyers in good standing to practice law as of February.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central SW City of East Peoria: Precinct Groveland 05

By Peoria Standard | Mar 24, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Peoria Standard analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 513 voters in Central SW City of East Peoria: Precinct Groveland 05 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Test expectations: How many students met or exceeded Math IAR expectations in Pleasant Hill School District 69 in 2021-22 school year?

By Peoria Standard | Mar 24, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 11.8% of Pleasant Hill School District 69 students passed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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2022: Washington Community High School District 308 administrators rank 373rd in state for average pay

By Peoria Standard | Mar 24, 2024

Administrators in Washington Community High School District 308 earn an average of $109,476 per year, ranking 373rd in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Mason County in week ending Mar. 23

By Peoria Standard | Mar 24, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Mason County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 23, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Test expectations: How many Illinois Valley Central Unit School District 321 students failed to meet the ELA IAR expectations in 2021-22 school year?

By Peoria Standard | Mar 24, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 58.3% of Illinois Valley Central Unit School District 321 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Woodford County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Mar. 23

By Peoria Standard | Mar 24, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Woodford County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 23, according to GasBuddy.com.