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Episode 45: You pick 'em: A look at Tanners Orchard

Details: Published on Sunday, 22 July 2012 08:00; Written by The Peorian

An interview with Richard and Marilyn Tanner, owners of Tanners Orchard.

We introduce the show's topic, the 65th anniversary of the popular Tanners Orchard and discuss the upcoming season, which...

Episode 44: Preventing tragedy: A Talk About Whitney's Walk for Life

Details: Published on Sunday, 15 July 2012 08:00; Written by The Peorian

An interview with Jamie Sanders and Audrey LeMasters of the Mental Health America Illinois Valley.

We introduce the show's topic, Whitney's Walk for Life, and bring on...

The Henry de Tonti Award

Details: Published on Monday, 02 July 2012 15:25; Written by Mark Johnson

By Mark Johnson, Vice President, Peoria Historical Society

The Peoria Historical Society has been proud to have been a collaborative partner in the development of the new Peoria Riverfront Museum. At long last, a first class museum quality exhibit will present the extraordinarily unique history of the city and the region. Recently, the Historical Society celebrated 75 years of preserving and telling the fascinating...

Episode 43: The Call of the Wild: Changes at Wildlife Prairie State Park

Details: Published on Sunday, 08 July 2012 08:00; Written by The Peorian

An interview with Bill Cirone, chairman of Friends of Wildlife Prairie Park.

We introduce the show's topic, the promoting conservation, education and recreation at Wildlife...

Episode 42: Are You Qualified?: A discussion about workforce training

Details: Published on Sunday, 01 July 2012 08:00; Written by The Peorian

An interview with Vickie Clark, president of the Economic Development Council for Central Illinois.

We introduce the show's topic, the need for a specially trained manufacturing...

Closing the Gap

Details: Published on Monday, 02 July 2012 15:32; Written by Paul Gordon

Morton academy aims to ensure a future with art

Sarah Knuppel wasn't pleased when she pondered the future of arts education. She kept reading about school district after school district trimming, even eliminating, funding for the arts because of budget concerns.

She decided, therefore, to take actions to try and ensure our children continue to be exposed to art in all of its forms. She doesn't want to ponder...