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Tazewell County Health Department Encourages Screening During National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

Mar 12, 2026 10:44AM

Did you know that in 2026, the American Cancer Society projects that nearly 159,000 people will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer (colon and rectal cancer) in the United States? In fact, on average, a person from Tazewell County is diagnosed with colorectal cancer EVERY DAY.

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EPCHS Key Club Hosts Annual “Egg My Yard” Fundraiser to Benefit Local Charities

Mar 12, 2026 10:43AM

For families looking to add a little extra magic to their Easter celebrations, the East Peoria Community High School Key Club is once again hosting its “Egg My Yard” fundraiser. The annual event gives parents the opportunity to surprise their children with a yard full of candy-filled Easter eggs hidden by none other than the Key Club’s own team of festive “bunnies.”

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Central Illinois Riding Therapy

Mar 12, 2026 10:38AM

Mark your calendars and Sign Up for the CIRT’s Pony Express 5K Gallop & 1K Fun Walk/Trot to Benefit CIRT to be held on Saturday, April 4, 2026. Registration is at 8am at the Fondulac Administration Building at 201 Veterans Dr. in East Peoria.

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68th Annual Illinois Mennonite Relief Sale: March 20 - 21, 2026 Interstate Center, Bloomington/Normal, IL

Mar 12, 2026 10:35AM

The Illinois Mennonite Relief Sale celebrates its 68th Annual event on Friday, March 20, and Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Interstate Center in Bloomington, Illinois. The theme for this year’s event is “68 Years of God’s Blessings of Love and Hope!”

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Illinois Central College Appoints Angie Hummels as Vice President of Marketing, Communications, and Recruiting

Mar 12, 2026 10:33AM ● By Amanda Lewis

Illinois Central College (ICC) has appointed Angie Hummels as Vice President of Marketing, Communications, and Recruiting, bringing a seasoned Central Illinois communications leader to advance enrollment and strengthen the College's connection to the region. She began her role on February 2.

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Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run Special Olympics

Mar 11, 2026 03:24PM

On February 21st, five East Peoria Officers plunged into ice cold water to raise money for Special Olympics Illinois. Officers Olinger, Walters, Springer, Tincher, and Schulte participated and with your help, raised $1,850 for the

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Tazewell County Chief’s Awards Banquet

Mar 11, 2026 03:19PM

The City of East Peoria would like to congratulate the following officers for receiving awards at the Inaugural Tazewell County Chief’s Awards Banquet:

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Congratulations to Caleb Knott, East Peoria’s newest Probationary Firefighter

Mar 11, 2026 03:17PM

Congratulations to Caleb Knott, East Peoria’s newest Probationary Firefighter. Caleb was sworn in February 16, 2026. East Peoria is glad to have him on the team!

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Local Volunteer Leads in Hours and Funds Raised

Mar 11, 2026 03:07PM

Eric Peterson of East Peoria was among those who received awards at the Salvation Army Tree of Lights Community Celebration on Feb. 9. Peterson received two awards, one for Most Individual Volunteer Hours in Peoria for ringing the bell a total of 23 hours from

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Financial Focus® Take Charge of Your Debt, One Step at a Time

Mar 11, 2026 03:07PM ● By Edward Jones for Shaun Lewis

If you’re dealing with debt, you’re far from alone. More than 80% of U.S. households carry some form of debt (2025 Federal Reserve report), and since 2019, total household debt for Americans has increased more than 31%, to $18.59 trillion.

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