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VIDEO: Palmer drops historical knowledge

2/4/2023
Norman Palmer weaves a yarn.

Get to know Peoria veteran Norman Palmer

2/3/2023
For his work in the Peoria and beyond, Norman Palmer has been named the 2022 Peoria Independent Hometown Hero in the Veteran category.

Downtown Glendale will host Holiday Open House

11/8/2022
Get a start on your holiday shopping at the 26th annual Holiday Open House in Historic Downtown Glendale.

American Way Smokehouse combines vintage atmosphere …

8/26/2022
In a market full of antique items, shoppers at Merchant Square Antique Mall may not always be looking for collectables: American Way Smokehouse Manager Micah Sanders said the restaurant nestled …

Downtown Glendale merchants spar with city over Murphy …

7/31/2022
The fate of downtown Glendale’s more than 100-year-old Murphy Park — and its more than 100 trees — is stirring emotions as the city’s upcoming $70 million downtown renovation approaches.

Glendale event includes back-to-school supply drive

6/22/2022
Downtown Glendale will celebrate Christmas a little early.

Get to know the new Peoria Chamber of Commerce CEO

6/21/2022
Around seven years ago, Rhonda Carlson found her love for the nonprofit world when she began volunteering for an organization in the greater Cleveland area that helped under-served and at-risk populations.

No Glitters in Glendale, but lights will still shine

9/22/2021
Glendale won’t be hosting Glendale Glitters this year, but lights will shine nonetheless — and even earlier than usual.

SBDC helps businesses planning during pandemic

12/15/2020
Small businesses continue to pivot to new revenue sources and adapt their business models in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Go Big, Shop Small: Peoria launches shop local …

12/9/2020
Copperhills Center for the Arts in Westwing offers a range of instruction in the arts, ranging from dance and guitar to creative writing and painting. When the pandemic hit, the arts center quickly …

Andrews: The 5 reasons my dollars go to small business

12/9/2020
The strength of a building is in its foundation. The same is true with small business in a community. If small businesses are healthy and prospering, job, schools and lifestyle are unique, healthy and burgeoning.