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Rising home valuations in Tazewell County in November 2024 compared to November 2023

By Peoria Standard | Dec 18, 2024

In November, the median sale price of a home in Tazewell County rose by $20,450 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 89.1%.

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How many lawyers were eligible to practice law in cities in Woodford County in November?

By Peoria Standard | Dec 18, 2024

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

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2023 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in Marshall County?

By Peoria Standard | Dec 18, 2024

There were 12 offenders released on parole during 2023 that live in Marshall County, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by Peoria Standard.

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Woodford County residents paid 22nd-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during September

By Peoria Standard | Dec 18, 2024

Woodford County residents paid $793,121 in sales taxes, the 22nd highest total paid per county in September.

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78.9% of Mason County students not ready for college based on English performance in on 2023-24 SAT

By Peoria Standard | Dec 18, 2024

Nearly 8 in 10 Mason County public students aren't at grade level based on their performance in the English portion of the 2023-24 SAT.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on E85 gas in cities in Peoria County in week ending Dec. 14?

By Peoria Standard | Dec 18, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Peoria County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Dec. 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Woodford County in week ending Dec. 14?

By Peoria Standard | Dec 18, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Woodford County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Dec. 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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City of East Peoria City Council met Dec. 17

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Dec 18, 2024

City of East Peoria City Council met Tuesday, Dec. 17

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Illinois State Board of Education, Education Policy Planning Committee of the Whole met Dec. 17

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Dec 18, 2024

Illinois State Board of Education, Education Policy Planning Committee of the Whole met Tuesday, Dec. 17

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Illinois State Board of Education, Finance and Audit Committee of the Whole met Dec. 17

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Dec 18, 2024

Illinois State Board of Education, Finance and Audit Committee of the Whole met Tuesday, Dec. 17

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City of East Peoria Board of Fire & Police Commission met December 16

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Dec 18, 2024

City of East Peoria Board of Fire & Police Commission met 10 a.m. Monday, December 16

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LaHood introduces bill targeting tax relief for Americans living overseas

By Peoria Standard | Dec 18, 2024

U.S. Representative Darin LaHood has introduced the Residence-Based Taxation for Americans Abroad Act, aiming to modernize the tax system for U.S. citizens living overseas.

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Adams street sidewalk work nears completion as part of OWTW project

By Peoria Standard | Dec 18, 2024

Sidewalk work at the northeast corner of the Harrison Street and SW Adams Street intersection, near 335 SW Adams Street, is nearing completion.

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New study links excessive alcohol use to increased cancer risks

By Peoria Standard | Dec 18, 2024

Approaching the new year, many individuals may be contemplating Dry January or giving up alcohol altogether.

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Spotlight shines on Dale Holzwarth for dedication to education

By Peoria Standard | Dec 18, 2024

This week's Teacher Spotlight focuses on Dale Holzwarth, a German and Cultural Studies teacher at Pekin Community High School.

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State Representative Ryan Spain: 'Nothing will change in Illinois if we don't hold elected officials accountable'

By Peoria Standard | Dec 17, 2024

State Representative Ryan Spain emphasized the importance of accountability for elected officials, advocating for stronger anti-corruption laws to convey that misconduct by politicians will not be tolerated.

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How many students failed their English exams in Marshall County in 2023-24 school year?

By Peoria Standard | Dec 17, 2024

Nearly 8 in 10 Marshall County public students aren't at grade level based on their performance in the English portion of the 2023-24 SAT.

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Village of Swansea Board of Trustees met Dec. 16

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Dec 17, 2024

Village of Swansea Board of Trustees met Monday, Dec. 16

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City of Eureka City Council met Dec. 16

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Dec 17, 2024

City of Eureka City Council met Monday, Dec. 16

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City of El Paso City Council met Dec. 16

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Dec 17, 2024

City of El Paso City Council met Monday, Dec. 16