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Rep. Weaver Honors Kewanee Ambassador and Entrepreneur

By Peoria Standard | Apr 2, 2024

Rep. Weaver Honors Kewanee Ambassador and EntrepreneurApr 2 2024Earlier this year, the Kewanee community lost one of its greatest ambassadors and entrepreneurs. In a statement, it was revealed that "Philip Hackman “Phil” Good passed away on February 20 at the age of 89."Good’s Furniture, a longstanding establishment in Kewanee, has been a pillar of the community for decades. "Good’s Furniture is currently in its 129th year of operation," showcasing the enduring legacy of the Good family.Under Phil Good's guidance, the family business flourished, evolving into a...

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5 gas stations in cities throughout Woodford County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Mar. 30

By Peoria Standard | Apr 2, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Woodford County was found at five gas stations in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.

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City of Pekin Fire and Police Commission met March 26

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Apr 2, 2024

City of Pekin Fire and Police Commission met 3 p.m. Tuesday, March 26.

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Douglas County has 5 new registered sex offenders in Q1

By Peoria Standard | Apr 1, 2024

Douglas County has five new sex offenders registered as living there as of the first quarter of 2024, compared to the previous quarter, according to the Illinois Police Sex Offender Registry.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central Township of Manito: Precinct Manito 1

By Peoria Standard | Apr 1, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Peoria Standard analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 506 voters in Central Township of Manito: Precinct Manito 1 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Registered sex offenders: 5 new new living in Fulton County as of March 2024

By Peoria Standard | Apr 1, 2024

There were five new registered sex offenders living in Fulton County in March 2024, compared to the month before, according to the Illinois Police Sex Offender Registry.

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Stark County in week ending Mar. 30

By Peoria Standard | Apr 1, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Stark County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.

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8.6% of Norwood Elementary School District 63 students met or exceeded Math IAR expectations on tests in 2021-22 school year

By Peoria Standard | Apr 1, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 8.6% of Norwood Elementary School District 63 students passed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Mason County in week ending Mar. 30

By Peoria Standard | Apr 1, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Mason County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Marshall County residents rank 88th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois for January

By Peoria Standard | Apr 1, 2024

Marshall County residents paid $74,399 in sales taxes, ranking 88th in total sales taxes paid per county in January.

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Q1 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in Tazewell County?

By Peoria Standard | Apr 1, 2024

There were 31 offenders living in Tazewell County released on parole during the first quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by Peoria Standard.

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How did Central Township of Forest City: Precinct Forest City residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By Peoria Standard | Apr 1, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Peoria Standard analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 210 voters in Central Township of Forest City: Precinct Forest City cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central Township of Crane Creek: Precinct Crane Creek

By Peoria Standard | Apr 1, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Peoria Standard analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 78 voters in Central Township of Crane Creek: Precinct Crane Creek cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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How many lawyers were eligible to practice law in cities in Fulton County in March?

By Peoria Standard | Apr 1, 2024

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

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Fulton County median home valuation prices rose by 18.1% in second half of 2023

By Peoria Standard | Apr 1, 2024

The median sale price of a home sold in the second half of 2023 in Fulton County rose by $13,000, while total sales decreased by 40.7%.

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Fulton County collects $78,270 in Countywide Sales Tax in January

By Peoria Standard | Apr 1, 2024

In January, Fulton County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Public Works Free Mulch Giveaway Days

By Peoria Standard | Apr 1, 2024

The City of Peoria Department of Public Works is set to hold its annual free mulch giveaways on three Saturdays in April and May. Residents of the City of Peoria and Peoria County are invited to participate in the events at the Public Works Facility on Dries Lane.The giveaways will occur on April 20, April 27, and May 4, starting at 8 am and running until 1 pm each day. Participants are assured that mulch will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis, with no restrictions on the amount that residents can take. Those who prefer hand-loading their mulch are...

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Did Washington School District 52 students fail or pass their 2021-22 Math tests?

By Peoria Standard | Apr 1, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 54.9% of Washington School District 52 students failed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Nonprofit Grant Opportunity Available from Union Pacific

By Peoria Standard | Apr 1, 2024

Union Pacific has opened its annual Community Ties Local Grants application period for 2024. According to Union Pacific, "For over 160 years, Union Pacific has been committed to Building America – serving as an economic engine and improving the standard of life for millions across the country." The company's Community Ties Giving Program aims to "build safe, prosperous, vibrant and inclusive communities by investing in high-quality nonprofits and programs in the cities and towns in which they operate, and their employees live and work."Grants ranging from $5,000 to...

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County of Woodford School administrators rank 462nd in state for average pay in 2022

By Peoria Standard | Apr 1, 2024

Administrators in County of Woodford School earn an average of $103,918 per year, ranking 462nd in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.