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The Peorian now has a movie critic
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- Published on Friday, 02 November 2012 20:30
- Written by Paul Gordon
In the year-plus we've been publishing this website, we have talked about finding somebody other than myself or Kevin Kizer, our literary and culinary critic to write movie reviews.
How hard can it be, right? Go see a movie and write a story giving your opinion about it.
The thing was, we wanted to make sure it was somebody we knew; somebody who could write and be able to give a movie review without giving away the whole movie.
Movie review: "Argo" is worth seeing
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- Published on Friday, 02 November 2012 20:00
- Written by Tim Wyman
Just when you thought good, original filmmaking was dead in Hollywood, a film like "Argo" appears and restores your faith, however temporarily, in American moviemakers.
This movie proffers all those elements that make a movie great: historically based suspense (some say the best stories are those you cannot make up), comedy splashed throughout, terrific, understated acting, dramatic cinematography and crisp writing. "Argo" is a welcome...
Specialty Retail: Pets
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- Published on Thursday, 01 November 2012 14:07
- Written by Paul Gordon
It Was The Right Tree
Young entrepreneur puts pets first in unique boutique
When Lindsey Reck visited a few dog boutiques on a trip to Florida a few years ago, she had the feeling a similar venture could work in Peoria.
At the very least, she wanted to give local pet owners another option in their quest to spoil their four-legged...
Pere Marquette progress slow but sure
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- Published on Friday, 02 November 2012 12:54
- Written by Paul Gordon
Model rooms approved, guts nearly replaced; Matthews shooting for April 30 opening
There was a time when the restaurant at the Hotel Pere Marquette had a special table that was where young men would...
Specialty Retail: Food & Drink
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- Published on Thursday, 01 November 2012 13:47
- Written by Paul Gordon
A Touch of Italy in the Heights
Olio & Vino offers unique taste experience with olive oils, spices and wines
When Stephanie Brott went into a shop in Scottsdale, Ariz., that specialized in olive oils and wines a few years ago, she was reminded of Italy. Given her maiden name is Bernardi, of Bernardi's restaurant fame, she would know...
Specialty Retail: Seasonal
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- Published on Thursday, 01 November 2012 15:31
- Written by Paul Gordon
A Christmas tradition
The Red Barn Tree Shop puts family fun into the season
What started out a family tradition that turned into a hobby is now a full-fledged business for Barb and Russ Roth. And they wouldn't want it any other way.
"It's always enjoyable to see new people who have never been here before, but we...
Bid on a Tree, Help a Cause
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- Published on Thursday, 01 November 2012 13:35
- Written by Paul Gordon
Crittenton Center event helps protect and nurture children and families
Nothing says the holidays like helping others less fortunate and, of course, a beautifully decorated Christmas tree.
Crittenton Center's annual Christmas tree festival is a way the two can mix to help the center's mission of protecting and nurturing children and families.
The 4th Annual Festival of Trees is scheduled for Nov. 30 through Dec....
Specialty Retail: Jewelry
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- Published on Thursday, 01 November 2012 14:24
- Written by Paul Gordon
Kevin Kelly: Your one-stop jeweler
When Kevin Kelly decided to open shop in a small strip center in north Peoria he put a sign out front and hoped that and word-of-mouth advertising would be enough to bring in customers and permit business growth.
It did, though in sort of a roundabout way.
Because of his solid reputation in jewelry repair, forged during nearly...
Specialty Retail: Home Décor
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- Published on Thursday, 01 November 2012 11:13
- Written by Paul Gordon
From traditional to contemporary
Grimm Interiors aims to make you feel at home
When Becky Grimm and her family and friends set out to take a dilapidated building on Washington Street in Morton and turn it into a rustic showplace nearly a decade ago, it was what she called "a labor of love."
That's how she still feels about the...
