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Infrastructure Work on Alexander Street Slowly Making Progress

Infrastructure issues on Alexander Street in Clinton over the years have prompted extensive work on the east side of town. Residents utilizing Alexander Street near the area of the YMCA have likely noticed the extensive work being done along the road. Public Works Director Steve Lobb says the water main along that part of town has been problematic in recent years – particularly this past year.

Clinton, IL · 4d

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New Medal of Honor monument dedicated in Pekin

Approximately 30 people gathered at the Tazewell County Courthouse on Wednesday to honor local veterans and dedicate a new monument commemorating three Medal of Honor recipients.

Pekin, IL · 3d

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Champaign County’s data center ordinance will stop at city limits, officials say

Champaign County’s upcoming data center ordinance won’t stop centers from being built in Champaign, Urbana, Mahomet or any other city or village. It will apply only to unincorporated land, county officials told about 50 residents at an Oct. 15 meeting. “The county does not have any authority to...

Champaign County, IL · 4d

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Mayor Wigginton hosts cake for Peoria Heights milestone

Peoria Heights celebrated the 125th anniversary of its official name change from Prospect Heights with a community event featuring cake on November 10.

Peoria Heights, IL · 4d

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Bloomington accuses 3 businesses of selling alcohol to underage drinkers

BLOOMINGTON (25News Now) - The City of Bloomington has filed complaints against three businesses accused of selling alcohol to underage customers during a September sting operation. Two people younger than 21 working undercover for police bought alcohol from the establishments on Thursday, Sept. 17, according to the complaints filed with...

Bloomington, IL · 6d

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Bloomington recognizes beautiful homes, welcomes 3 officers to police force

Bloomington welcomed three officers to its police force and recognized property owners who make the city prettier at the city council meeting on Monday. Officers Kevin Busfield, Mackenize Phillips and Derek Flaughter completed their probationary period and became fully-fledged members of the department. Each was awarded a certificate and congratulated by council members, City Manager Jeff Jurgens and Mayor Dan Brady.

Bloomington, IL · 5d

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Washington honors WWII German POW camp with new marker

A new historical marker was dedicated in Washington on November 10 to commemorate the site of a former World War II German POW camp and its associated canning factory.

Washington, IL · 4d

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Forsyth dedicates new memorial to veterans

FORSYTH, Ill. (WCIA) — The Village of Forsyth celebrated Veterans Day by dedicating a new memorial to veterans. The memorial, located at 740 West Forsyth Parkway, honors the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. It includes the names of several Illinois-connected veterans. Village officials said it will provide a […]

Forsyth, IL · 3d

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Elmwood Schools Lose Bus Funding Vote as Peoria County Rejects Tax Hike

Elmwood CUSD 322 asked Peoria County voters to let it raise its maximum transportation levy rate from $0.20 to $0.40 per $100 of equalized assessed value, and the answer came back loud and clear: no. More than 68% of voters rejected the measure, leaving the district without the extra bus funding it had hoped to lock in.

Peoria County, IL · 3d

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Peoria honors veterans through a tradition spanning more than a century

PEORIA (25News Now) -A century-old tradition continued in downtown Peoria as veterans and community members gathered to honor the men and women who served our country. American Legion Post 2 hosted its annual Veterans Day parade and ceremony, featuring the national anthem, recognition of each branch of the military, and prayers for those who have served.

Peoria, IL · 3d

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These 10 Under-The-Radar Illinois Thrift Shops Keep Bargain Hunters Digging For Hours

Paperback books for a quarter each. Three full floors of secondhand stuff stacked inside an old house. A charity shop where your purchase helps pay vet bills for rescue dogs. I could stop right there and you’d probably already be reaching for your car keys. Illinois has a sneaky habit of hiding its best bargains in plain sight, from a former warehouse to a grocery-and-thrift combo.

Carbondale, IL · 16d

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Peoria-area Opportunity Zones could help attract future development

PEORIA (25News Now) - Parts of the Peoria area have been selected as Illinois’ new Opportunity Zones, a designation local economic leaders say could help attract private investment and redevelopment in the years ahead. The program offers federal tax incentives to encourage investors to finance qualifying projects in designated...

Peoria, IL · 4d

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Peoria City Council to consider economic development measures for Northwoods Mall

The Peoria City Council is scheduled to consider a proposal to create a STAR Bond District to aid the redevelopment of Northwoods Mall during its upcoming meeting.

Peoria, IL · 4d

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Illinois Students Help Turn Abandoned Barbershop into Museum Honoring the First Black Man to Vote in the State

David Strother, the barbershop’s original owner, became the first Black voter in Illinois after the 15th Amendment was ratified in 1870

El Paso, IL · 7d

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Heartland Community College honors veterans at community event

Heartland Community College held a veteran appreciation event on Tuesday featuring keynote speaker Sal Gonzales and celebrating the Marine Corps' 251st anniversary.

Normal, IL · 4d

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Bloomington council hears call for hyperscale data center ban ahead of 2nd hearing on draft regulations

Less than a week out from the second and final scheduled public hearing on draft data center regulations, one resident is pointing to recent election results as a mandate for Bloomington city leaders to ban data center development. Adam Heenan was one of two speakers during public comment at the...

Bloomington, IL · 5d

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‘Wow, what a surprise’: Phil Salzer honored by street naming ceremony

Peoria community members and leaders gathered on Monday morning to honor Phil Salzer, a long-time public servant and coach, by dedicating a portion of North Sterling Avenue as the Phil Salzer Way.

Peoria, IL · 5d

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City of Clinton Crews Starting on Annual Leaf Cleanup

Clinton Public Works Department staff is adjusting to the late fall season this year. Steve Lobb is the Director of the Public Works Department and tells the Hart Media Group the leaf cleanup cycles are in full swing. As long as the weather cooperates, his guys will be hitting City streets to get those leaf piles picked up.

Clinton, IL · 5d

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Tazewell County to dedicate new Medal of Honor monument

A new Medal of Honor Monument dedicated to three Civil War veterans will be unveiled during this year's Veterans' Day ceremony at the Tazewell County Courthouse.

Tazewell County, IL · 4d