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More trade could lead to liberalized Cuba, Durbin says
Fri, 27 Jan 2012 21:32:40 -0800
PEORIA — Fresh off his first trip to Cuba, U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin is calling for more constructive engagement with the nation that has been under an American trade embargo for more than half a century - something that could bring big benefits to Illinois agriculture and manufacturing.
New Year New Store For West Peoria Market
Mon, 02 Jan 2012 15:22:41 -0800
WEST PEORIA, Ill. -- It's officially been one year since a West Peoria grocery store burned to the ground but after months of planning and hard labor, the store is now back on its feet.
Maine West Wind Ensemble Judged One Of Best In State
Tue, 24 Jan 2012 13:28:54 -0800
The Maine West High School Wind Ensemble has been selected as one of the top bands in the state, giving ensemble members the opportunity to perform at the Illinois Music Educator Conference in the Peoria Civic Center Theatre on Saturday, Jan. 28.
Durbin calls for more diplomacy after trip to Cuba
Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:58:37 -0800
Fresh off his first trip to Cuba, U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin is calling for more constructive engagement with the nation that has been under an American trade embargo for more than half a century - something that could bring big benefits to Illinois agriculture and manufacturing.
Cue Calendar
Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:28:50 -0800
Items for Calendar and Night Life must be received in writing by noon Thursday for the next Thursday’s publication. Releases must include a signature and daytime telephone number. Mail to Calendar/Night Life, in care of Mickey Wieland, Cue, Journal Star, 1 News Plaza, Peoria, IL 61643; send faxes to 686-3296; or send email to mwieland@pjstar.com. No information will be taken over the phone ...
Bustos says she’s best qualified to beat Schilling
Wed, 25 Jan 2012 05:59:56 -0800
Democratic congressional candidate Cheri Bustos on Tuesday derided U.S. Rep. Bobby Schilling for breaking campaign promises and failing to create jobs in the west central Illinois region, while also touting her plan to make the region a manufacturing powerhouse again.
Appeal granted in rape-robbery
Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:42:48 -0800
The Illinois Supreme Court has agreed to hear the case of a Peoria man who claims he is innocent of a robbery and rape for which he has spent the last 17 years in prison.
Cahokia set to test Peoria Manual
Sat, 28 Jan 2012 00:21:18 -0800
For the price of a $5 ticket, the Pinckneyville Panthers Basketball Showcase today at Pinckneyville High School offers a chance for a potentially rich return on a small investment.
Central Illinois Celebrates Chinese New Year
Sun, 22 Jan 2012 16:13:36 -0800
DUNLAP- Most people in Central Illinois rang in the New Year earlier this month. But for some it doesn't come until Monday.
Wessler: Thome happily taking one for team
Sat, 14 Jan 2012 22:39:15 -0800
The fun thing about life is nobody knows how it will play out. Who would’ve thought, for example, that a kid from the West Peoria little league would grow up to become one of the greatest sluggers in baseball history? “Surreal,” Jim Thome said Saturday night. “Surreal.” Thome, who on Aug. 15 hit the 600th home run of his major league career, was back in town to host the annual Joyce Thome ...