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Peoria Riverfront Museum's 'Violins of Hope' elevates powerful Jewish stories of resistance and unity

On this week's episode of Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland Wright of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks about the Peoria Riverfront Museum’s international exhibition “Violins of Hope,” showcasing Jewish stories of resistance and unity through the power of musical performance.

Inside a FEMA Disaster Help Center

It’s been more than 60 days since tornadoes tore through the Midwest November, 17, 2014. More than 2,600 people have already registered for individual…

Monday Night Shooting Claims Peoria's First Homicide Victim in 2017

Peoria saw its first homicide of the new year Monday night.The name of the deceased male has yet to be identified. The Peoria Police Department says…

Peoria’s OneWater Committee continues looking at green infrastructure options

Peoria’s OneWater Committee is looking at ways green infrastructure can reduce stormwater run-off and link people across town. Anthony Corso led the…

A first-hand look at the foster care system with a Peoria attorney who grew up in it

In this episode of Mother's War On Violence, host Yolanda Wallace talks to Peoria attorney Yolanda Riley about each of their experiences in the foster care system when they were children.

Regional Plan Seeks to Raise Peoria's Self-Image

“No one will love us if we don’t love ourselves.”That’s Chris Setti, CEO of the Greater Peoria Economic Development Council, referring to one of the…

From the Wheels O' Time Museum in Dunlap: The LeTourneau steel house was a cooperative project involving the Central Illinois Landmarks Foundation, the Peoria Historical Society and Wheels O’ Time. It was moved across town from the factory site to the museum along with a statue of R.G. LeTourneau. The house was extensively refurbished and outfitted with authentic period decor. It is now open to visitors.

All the ways 'The Dean of Earth Moving' left his mark on Caterpillar and Peoria

R.G. LeTourneau was persuaded to come to Peoria in 1935 by the Caterpillar Tractor Co. because he had developed an attachment that moved the blade on the Caterpillar bulldozer.

130 artists will take over the Riverfront at the Peoria Art Guild's Fine Art Fair

On this week's episode of Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois chats about the Peoria Art Guild's Fine Art Fair with executive director Shannon Cox.

Sky Art Peoria billboards will display the work of local artists and students

Beginning this summer, six new 48' x 14' Adams Outdoor billboards will display the work of local artists and students.

Ignite Peoria brings accessibility and creative culture to the forefront in the River City

On this week’s episode of Out and About, Sarah Marie Dillard and Brandon Mooberry join Jenn Gordon to talk about Ignite Peoria – central Illinois’ premiere arts and makers fest designed to spark creativity in the community. The event includes 2 performance stages, a live fashion photo shoot, over 90 arts and makers booths, and Sensory Ignite, a unique area designed for guests with sensory sensitivities. For more information visit https://artspartners.net/ignite-peoria/.

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