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Enrollment Analysis: White students comprised 88.7% of El Paso-Gridley Community Unit School District 11’s student body in 2021-22 school year

By Peoria Standard | Oct 12, 2023

In El Paso-Gridley Community Unit School District 11, 1,068 white students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

City of Pekin City Council met July 31

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 12, 2023

City of Pekin City Council met Monday, July 31

Illinois State Board of Education Education Policy Planning Committee met Sept. 7

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 12, 2023

Illinois State Board of Education Education Policy Planning Committee met Thursday, Sept. 7

City of Peoria Planning & Zoning Commission met Sept. 7

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 12, 2023

City of Peoria Planning & Zoning Commission met Thursday, Sept. 7

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2021-22 school year sees 147 students enrolled at Robein School District 85

By Peoria Standard | Oct 11, 2023

Enrollment at Robein School District 85 fell from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Midland Community Unit School District 7's enrollment rank increases during 2021-22 school year

By Peoria Standard | Oct 11, 2023

Midland Community Unit School District 7 welcomed 673 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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There were 1,207 Asian students enrolled in McLean County schools in 2021-22 school year

By Peoria Standard | Oct 11, 2023

In McLean County schools, 1,207 Asian students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Peoria County collects $959,331 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in July

By Peoria Standard | Oct 11, 2023

In July, Peoria County saw a decrease in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Q3 2023 Recap: 1 parolee from Fulton County convicted of a sex crime set for supervised release

By Peoria Standard | Oct 11, 2023

There was one offender convicted of a sex crime 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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How many white students were enrolled in Illinois Valley Central Unit School District 321 in 2021-22 school year?

By Peoria Standard | Oct 11, 2023

In Illinois Valley Central Unit School District 321, 1,809 white students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

By Peoria Standard | Oct 11, 2023

Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a time to raise awareness about the importance of early detection and screenings in the fight against breast cancer. This month hits close to home for many individuals and families, including myself. At the age of 18, my mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. It was a frightening time for our family, but thanks to the diligent work of advocacy groups and early screenings, my mother's cancer was caught early. After several rounds of radiation, we were relieved to hear that she was in remission.The importance of early detection cannot be...

City of West Peoria Finance Committee met Sept. 6

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 11, 2023

City of West Peoria Finance Committee met Wednesday, Sept. 6

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Rep. Weaver Attends Black Hawk College Manufacturing Day

By Peoria Standard | Oct 11, 2023

On October 10, 2023, Representative Weaver had the privilege of attending Black Hawk College's Manufacturing Day. The event proved to be a great opportunity for students to gain invaluable first-hand experience in the manufacturing industry.During the visit, Rep. Weaver had the chance to speak with industry leaders and witness the students' interaction with different pieces of equipment. The enthusiasm and dedication displayed by the students were truly inspiring.Expressing gratitude, Rep. Weaver thanked all the staff, volunteers, students, schools, and businesses...

City of Minonk City Council met Sept. 5

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 11, 2023

City of Minonk City Council met Tuesday, Sept. 5

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Analysis: Peoria County effective property tax rates outpaced the national average in Q3 2023

By Peoria Standard | Oct 10, 2023

Property owners in Peoria County paid 2.2% of the value of their homes in property taxes in the third quarter of 2023, which is more than 2 times the national average, according to the real estate analysis posted by Peoria Standard.

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

By Peoria Standard | Oct 10, 2023

There was one offender convicted of a crime involving drugs 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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Enrollment Analysis: White students comprised 89.5% of County of Woodford School’s student body in 2021-22 school year

By Peoria Standard | Oct 10, 2023

In County of Woodford School schools, 835 white students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Bradford Community Unit School District 1 welcomes 167 students in 2021-22 school year

By Peoria Standard | Oct 10, 2023

Enrollment at Bradford Community Unit School District 1 rose from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Peoria County taxpayers give $6,536 in County Automobile Renting Tax in July

By Peoria Standard | Oct 10, 2023

In July, Peoria County saw a decrease in County Automobile Renting Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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City of Peoria to Celebrate Annie Malone with Honorary Street Naming

By Peoria Standard Report | Oct 10, 2023

An honorary street naming will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 18 at the corner of State and Adams Streets to honor Annie Minerva Turnbo Malone, largely regarded as the first African American female millionaire. The location was chosen due to its proximity to Ms. Malone’s former Peoria home.