PBS Unveils New Look on Eve of 50th Anniversary
Refresh of Iconic Logo Modernizes Brand to Better Connect with Viewers in the Digital Age PBS announced today an update to its iconic brand, including a refreshed logo, bold color palette, custom typeface and illustration style. The new identity will roll out throughout 2020 as PBS celebrates its 50th anniversary. Local PBS Station and Central Illinois digital leader, WTVP is evolving their look as well. “PBS has connected with hundreds of millions of Americans through the stories that matter to our
ILMO Products Company Welcomes New Specialty Gas Program Director
ILMO Products Company welcomes Peter Van Slyke to the company’s Specialty Gas Division as Specialty Gas Program Director for the Jacksonville, Illinois based company.Van Slyke brings over 20 years in sales, financial, and management experience in specialty gases and will be responsible for directing the sales functions for ILMO’s Specialty Gas Division. He began his career in Charlotte, NC for National Welders Supply as a Specialty Gas Sales Rep, and has since spent the last 20 years working in the
Announcing: Greater Peoria Homecoming
Peoria Innovation Alliance, Greater Peoria Economic Development Council, Peoria Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce are excited to announce a Greater Peoria Homecoming event aimed at showcasing the region’s growth, new developments, and quality of life improvements for visiting family members and out-of-town friends visiting for the Thanksgiving holiday.Event Details:Greater Peoria HomecomingFriday, November 29th | 4:30PM - 6:30PMPeoria Made | 315 Main Street |
St. Ann's Catholic Church to host Community Blood Drive Monday, November 4
St. Ann's Catholic Church will host a community blood drive from12:30 pm to 6:30 pm on Monday, November 4 at 1009 S Louisa St., inside Hall What: St. Ann's Catholic Church Community Blood Drive When: Monday, November 4, 12:30 pm - 6:30 pm Where: Hall, 1009 S Louisa St., Peoria, IL Appointments: To donate, please contact Mary Burk at (309) 472-3524 or visit www.bloodcenterimpact.org and use code 60952 to locate the drive. 2801 South 10th Street | Springfield, Illinois | (217)
Ameren Illinois Storm Hardening 30-Mile Stretch of Power Grid from Peoria County to Stark County
Ameren Illinois has begun implementation of a large-scale project to fortify the electric grid in Peoria and Stark counties. Work crews are upgrading power poles from Chillicothe to Bradford and from Monica to Toulon. More than 120 composite fiberglass poles are being erected at strategic points along the 30-mile route to stabilize the lines and prevent poles from falling in high winds. The total project investment is $3.8 million. "Composite poles are flexible and able to help the entire power line to
News Release: 10/23/2019
THIS IS WHAT $6,500,000 looks like. The BNI Infinity chapter received their $6,000,000 ribbons today. In the last 12 months they have closed $6,587,768 in referrals. Their $7,000,000 ribbon is waiting for them. They meet every Wed, 7:45 AM, at the Retreat and Refresh Stroke Camp office on Pioneer Parkway.
GOODWILL HOLDS 6TH ANNUAL PATRIOT AWARDS
Goodwill of Central Illinois held its 6th annual Patriot Awards on October 16, at Goodwill Commons in Peoria. Each year the organization presents awards of patriotism to a veteran, a citizen, an organization and an active member of the military. The Washburn American Legion Auxiliary Unit 661 took home the Business/Association Patriot Award. Johanna Wagner was presented with the Patty Fuchs Citizen Patriot Award. Michael Gilmore received the Veteran Patriot Award and Senior Master Sergeant James “J.P.”
Illinois American Water Engineer Named Central Illinois ASCE Young Civil Engineer of the Year
Illinois American Water Peoria District Sr. Project Engineer Josh Harken has been named the Young Civil Engineer of the Year by the Central Illinois Section of American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). The award is presented annually to a civil engineer under the age of 35 who has demonstrated leadership in public service and engineering. The award was presented at ASCE’s Central Illinois Section annual banquet on Sept. 26, 2019 in recognition of Harken’s excellent performance and demonstrated
Peoria Riverfront Museum Provides Free Admission for College, High School Students through ArtBridge
Event: Free General Museum Admission for College & High School StudentsDate & Time: Through Sunday, Nov. 10Location: Peoria Riverfront Museum · 222 S.W. Washington St. · Peoria, Ill. PEORIA, Ill. – Admission to the Peoria Riverfront Museum is free through Nov. 10 for all high school and college students thanks to support from the ArtBridges Foundation toward the museum’s Every Student Initiative. The free admission applies to all high school grades 9-12 and 2-year and 4-year students enrolled in colleges
Celebrating 15-Year of Stroke Camps
United Stroke Alliance is proud to announce that 2019 marks the 15-year anniversary of Retreat & Refresh Stroke Camps! This year they have 35 camps scheduled in 21 different states. In addition to weekend retreats for stroke survivors and their care partners, United Stroke Alliance offers a variety of other programs focused on the Prevention, Awareness, and Recovery of stroke in the Peoria area and across the country. For more information on their programs or how you can get involved, please contact the
