How we did it: a behind-the-scenes look at making The Peorian's first cover
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- Published on Thursday, 15 September 2011 14:48
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The photograph that was composed for the first cover of the The Peorian is steeped in Peoria's past, present and future.
One hundred years ago, The Peorian featured a similar scene of a rowboat secured to the shore of the Illinois River. Originally, we sought to recreate the scene precisely as it was...
Mobile Editions
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- Published on Thursday, 15 September 2011 10:36
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We are pleased to offer The Peorian as an ePub file that can be opened by the e-reader on your mobile device!
Check back soon to read the first edition.
The Pere Marquette/Marriott Project
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- Published on Thursday, 01 September 2011 09:17
- Written by Paul Gordon
Because of deadlines, the following story about the Hotel Pere Marquette/Marriott project was already completed when news broke that the city of Peoria decided to cancel its redevelopment agreement with EM Properties.
The Peorian decided to proceed with the story because the situation was such it could have changed again by the time this edition was published. EM Properties president Gary Matthews said his office is "working...
Your Downtown Morton
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- Published on Thursday, 01 September 2011 16:38
- Written by Paul Gordon
When Morton officials asked residents their thoughts about their community a few years, one thing stood out: They wanted a nicer downtown area.
Those officials listened then and they are listening now, formulating plans for new development downtown that will include much input again from the residents, said Jennifer Daly, CEO of the Morton Chamber of Commerce/Economic Development Council.
The village, in a project it called...
Ask a Question?
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- Published on Thursday, 01 September 2011 08:54
- Written by Paul Gordon
Yep, that's an island they're building.
Island project aims to protect fish habitats; sediment mitigation will be part of another phase.
Crossing the McClugage Bridge, particularly in the westbound lanes, it's hard to miss the whitish bag-like things that seem to be forming some sort of chain.
Now that there's dirt surfacing on...
Museum Square
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- Published on Thursday, 01 September 2011 16:21
- Written by Paul Gordon
When Jim Richerson was hired 11 years ago as the president and CEO of Lakeview Museum, it was with the idea that he lead an expansion effort for the museum.
Wow, what an expansion that turned out to be.
In little more than a year from now the new Peoria Riverfront Museum will open, the culmination of a dozen years of planning, sweating, fundraising and construction that was often infused with doubt and skepticism.
What's My Stuff Worth: Tools
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- Published on Thursday, 01 September 2011 08:36
- Written by Paul Gordon
When my mother asked me to have some old tools appraised, I couldn't imagine what tools she meant. Tools I used as a kid, that my dad used as a kid?
Actually, these tools originally belonged to my grandfather, Rudolph Gordon, and were sitting in a dilapidated old wooden box in my mom's shed. Dirty, with some rusting and pieces missing, I couldn't imagine they'd be worth much.
There was a hand drill, the kind with a wheel-like...
The Warehouse District
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- Published on Thursday, 01 September 2011 16:17
- Written by Paul Gordon
What now is known as the Warehouse District is in line for a much-needed infusion of capital from state, federal and local resources, about $25 million total that will be used to renovate the infrastructure in that area and add a streetscape that city officials and developers like Sullivan and Kurt Huber and unknown others – including several from out of state – believe will bring new commercial tenants at the street level and residential...
Ads
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- Published on Tuesday, 02 August 2011 15:34
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Moving the Ball Forward
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- Published on Thursday, 01 September 2011 15:00
- Written by Paul Gordon
Changes in downtowns and along both riverfronts signal new attitudes among leaders, residents.
Would the Peoria region pass the grandmother test? In other words, is it a place you would be proud to bring your grandmother?
If it isn't, leaders on both sides of the Illinois River are trying to make it so.
With the changes now being made in the downtowns and along the riverfronts of both Peoria and...
the Magazine Online
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- Published on Tuesday, 02 August 2011 15:25
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Want to read The Peorian in a print format but without actually touching and turning paper? Then check out The Peorian flipbook, where you can view the print version of the magazine digitally. Perfect for all those Papyrophobiacs out there!
So, Was it Good for You?
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- Published on Thursday, 01 September 2011 14:41
- Written by Cathi Hawkinson
The real estate industry is quickly changing in today's marketplace. It finds itself playing catch up to third party websites that allow consumers the opportunity to rate their experience when buying or selling a home.
Various national websites like Zillow.com and RealEstateRatings.com have unveiled agent-rating tools that allow the public to both review their agent and search for agent ratings.
Capturing valuable consumer...
'Say What?' Posts
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- Published on Tuesday, 26 July 2011 13:21
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Caption this! Use the form in the left sidebar to post your best caption!Got something funny to say? Bust out your best witticisms for “Say...
Bass Pro Shops
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- Published on Thursday, 01 September 2011 14:11
- Written by Paul Gordon
Like with any good mall or shopping center, the newest big draw in East Peoria will offer shoppers clothing, sporting gear, a restaurant, a bar and activities that will include bowling and pool.
Only this isn't a mall or even a shopping center, though at 145,000 square feet it could probably qualify as one.
It's Bass Pro Shops' newest outdoors superstore, about to open on the East Peoria riverfront near Riverfront Center....
Contact
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- Published on Monday, 18 July 2011 16:54
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An Update: The Caterpillar Heritage Center
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- Published on Thursday, 01 September 2011 13:29
- Written by Kevin Kizer
In 2003, Caterpillar Inc. announced that a Caterpillar Heritage Museum would be included in the East Peoria downtown development featuring antique Caterpillar machines along with other historical elements representing Caterpillar's past. Several members of the Antique Caterpillar Machinery Owners Club (ACMOC) offered their restored antique Cat machines for the exhibit – many of which were featured by Caterpillar at the recent CONEXPO event in...
The Staff
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- Published on Monday, 18 July 2011 16:53
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Paul Gordon
The editor of The Peorian, Paul came to AdCo this summer after a 29-year career at the Peoria Journal Star, including 18 years as business editor, and won awards for reporting and writing from the Associated Press and the Illinois Press Institute for his coverage of Caterpillar...
Coming Full Circle
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- Published on Thursday, 01 September 2011 11:35
- Written by Paul Gordon
"Where is the city 'neath the sun
Whose liquid vowels melt into one,
And like a strain of music run,
As thine, Peoria?
"And where the land whose name is told
In syllables of flaming gold
Like Illinois – so to enfold
And shrine Peoria!"
~ By Edna Dean Proctor...
Locations
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- Published on Monday, 18 July 2011 16:35
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You can find the print version of The Peorian at local businesses and advertisers, as well as at all reputable news outlets. You might even find it in some disreputable news outlets or get it from a really weird black market.
Locations in Peoria:
- AdCo Advertising Agency - 1302 W. Pioneer Parkway, Peoria
- Arby's - 3402 N. University, Peoria
- Arby's - 3818 W. War Memorial, Peoria
- Arby's...
East Peoria Downtown 2010
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- Published on Thursday, 01 September 2011 11:29
- Written by Paul Gordon
A NEW DOWNTOWN THAT WILL PROMOTE URBANISM.
In this day and age one doesn't find too many well-established cities that decide to just go out and build a whole new downtown.
Unless, of course, it doesn't already have one.
"We're a community without a downtown proper. It's only fitting that we have one," said Dave Mingus, mayor of East Peoria. "That's why we're doing this."
He was referring...
Peoria Girl Eases Silent Film Stars into the Talkies
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- Published on Monday, 01 November 2010 17:24
- Written by Dr. Peter J. Couri
Brush With History... Peorians in the National Spotlight
Her dad was a set designer at the Main Street Vaudeville Theater in the early 1900s Peoria.
When the magnificent vaudeville palace named the Hippodrome opened on Jefferson Street in 1913, Mr. Churchill became its first manager. His little 3-year-old daughter, Marguerite, never missed a performance.
The family home was on Barker Avenue, and when...
