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City of East Peoria Declares Participation in Honor of The Nation’s 250th Anniversary

Jan 15, 2026 10:40AM

The City of East Peoria has officially proclaimed they will be participating in Illinois America250 to recognize the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. Resolution no.2526-065, signed by Mayor John P. Kahl on October 21st, affirms the City of East Peoria’s pride in participating as part of Illinois America250, a statewide initiative encouraging communities to reflect on America’s past, celebrate the present, and inspire the future.

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Letter From the Mayor, John Kahl

Jan 15, 2026 10:38AM

The City Council recently adopted the East Peoria 2045 Comprehensive Plan. The City’s Comprehensive Plan is a foundational document that is critical to shaping our city’s future. Within this long-range planning document, you will find a shared vision for a stronger, more vibrant, and sustainable community for all residents.

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Don’t Hibernate! Get Out and Enjoy East Peoria!

Jan 15, 2026 10:37AM ● By Scott Fishel

Central Illinois winters can be challenging. For one thing: the weather. For another: the tendency to hunker down and hibernate until the weather improves. Granted, a good book and a cup of tea in front of the fireplace is pretty attractive when the snow is blowing and temperatures plunge.

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December 2025 Issue

Dec 15, 2025 03:58PM

Read the December, 2025 edition of The East Peoria Hometown Voice Newspaper.

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New and Notable at Fondulac District Library

Dec 12, 2025 11:34AM

Help our community members stay warm this winter. Donate new mittens, gloves, scarves, and hats of all sizes to the library’s Warm Hands, Warm Hearts all through the month of December. All donations will be distributed to East Peoria organizations in early January to help warm hands, heads, and hearts.

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Thank You

Dec 12, 2025 11:33AM

Volunteering and Donations... are some of the most selfless gifts a person can give. A heartfelt thank you goes to everyone who helps at Central Illinois Riding Therapy (CIRT).

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New Folepi Event Time – Get Lit New Year’s DAY Celebration!

Dec 12, 2025 11:28AM

Those who want to see the Festival of Lights floats and displays up close can run, walk, or ride the lighted Trolley float through Folepi’s Winter Wonderland display during the 25th annual “Get Lit” New Year’s Day Celebration.

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Tazewell County Bicentennial – Recognizing Tazewell County Clerk – Part 5

Dec 12, 2025 11:27AM

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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Happy Holidays From the East Peoria Chamber of Commerce

Dec 12, 2025 10:41AM

As we wrap up another busy and rewarding year, the East Peoria Chamber of Commerce extends a warm Happy Holidays to all our members, partners, and the entire East Peoria community. Your support, participation, and passion for our city make everything we do possible — and we are truly grateful.

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Special Event Nights With Coupons and Special Guests Planned for Folepi’s Winter Wonderland

Dec 12, 2025 09:57AM

East Peoria’s Festival of Lights’ Winter Wonderland opened Nov. 28 at 5 p.m. and continues nightly through Jan. 4. Those making a trip to Folepi’s Winter Wonderland during the week can receive gift certificates from businesses, drop off a letters to Santa, and get Popcorn Shoppe Popcorn from radio personality and 99.9 CT FM host Rik Blade.

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