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East Peoria Voice

In-Print January 2026

New and Notable at Fondulac District Library

Jan 15, 2026 11:05AM

Fondulac District Library staff can help you or your loved one connect with the Talking Book and Braille Service (TBBS), the Regional Library liaison to the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (NLS). NLS provides braille books and audiobooks, easy-to-use playback equipment, and digital downloads at no cost to the reader.

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CIRT Calendar of Classes and Events - March - May 2026

Jan 15, 2026 11:04AM

We hope everyone enjoyed their holiday season. Please save the date for Fundraisers, volunteer training, and classes for the 2026 CIRT Season. For more information, please give us a call at the office at 309.670.9091, Cell: 309.699.3710, check out our website for updates at cirt.info , or email us a [email protected].

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Financial Focus® Putting Your Aging Parents’ Wishes First

Jan 15, 2026 11:00AM ● By Edward Jones for Shaun Lewis

As your parents grow older, it may be time to talk with them about financial and aging issues, which may involve difficult conversations. You’ll want to be careful how you approach this. Mention ahead of time that you’d like to talk to them about their future plans and reassure them that you want to understand their wishes, so their affairs will be taken care of as they would like.

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Travel Protection: Peace of Mind Wherever Life Takes You

Jan 15, 2026 10:58AM ● By Remmert Funeral Home

In today’s fast-paced world, travel has become a regular part of life — whether for work, vacations, family visits, or special adventures. While travel brings meaningful experiences, it can also introduce uncertainty.

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Stop Tossing and Turning: Five Central Illinois Fixes for Better Sleep Tonight

Jan 15, 2026 10:57AM ● By Ken Humphrey, President Mattress Liquidators & More in Pekin & Peoria

Nights in Central Illinois should end with peace and a pillow, not staring at the ceiling at 2am. A good night’s rest isn’t complicated — it’s something everyone deserves. It comes down to support, routine, airflow, and the right equipment. If you’re tired of being tired, start with a few simple tweaks.

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Tazewell County Bicentennial – Recognizing Tazewell County Clerks – Part 6

Jan 15, 2026 10:56AM

As Tazewell County approaches our Bicentennial in April of 2027, current Tazewell County Clerk John C. Ackerman and former County Clerk Christie A. Webb will be honoring and recognizing the previous 22 community leaders to have held this position.

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Gift Drive Success

Jan 15, 2026 10:54AM

SRO Rachel Giffhorn recently spearheaded a gift drive for several area families. This took weeks of planning and preparation. She was able to deliver over 500 gifts to 47 different children in 23 different families! All of this was made possible by the donations she received. Thank you!

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Folepi Town, Track Down

Jan 15, 2026 10:53AM

Congratulations to the winner of the Folepi Town, Track Down raffle drawing, Timothy Russell and his wife! A photo of a mysterious location in East Peoria was posted on the East Peoria Festival of Lights socials and website. The location was of a water pump in the Levee District.

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Find Folepi Ornament Hunt

Jan 15, 2026 10:52AM

Congratulations to the Rupert Family for finding Folepi’s ornament on December 17that 6:20am. The ornament was hidden under a bench, closest to the old horse’s pin, on the Illinois River Trail & Matheny Rd. In this contest, a 3” round, acrylic, FOLEPI ornament is hidden in a clear plastic bag, outdoors in a non-dangerous location, on public property within the East Peoria city limits.

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ICC Educational Foundation Receives $250,000 Donation from Philippi-Hagenbuch

Jan 15, 2026 10:51AM ● By Amanda Lewis

The Illinois Central College Educational Foundation has received a $250,000 donation from Philippi-Hagenbuch, providing a significant investment in the long-term strength of the College and establishing the newly named Philippi-Hagenbuch Welding Lab.

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