« Previous May 2021Next »Digital Edition Archives Recreational Trails Make Good Neighborsby Mike Rucker, Trail Advocates of Central IllinoisTrails enrich our communities in many ways, attracting new residents and enhancing quality of life. Our Caring Community Jan Wright, Publisher, Peoria Magazine From frontline staff to management, we applaud our nonprofit community for their hard work, resilience, passion and vision. Building a Safe Community by Becky Rossman, Peoria Community Against Violence To reduce violence and increase safety, all of us must be part of the solution. Parks and Rec: On the Go by Emily Cahill, Peoria Park District With reimagined programming, the state’s largest park district gears up for the post-COVID era. Rescuing Food & Delivering Hope by Mark Johnson Heart of Illinois Harvest has been rescuing and distributing surplus food for nearly three decades. Silver Linings of the Pandemic by The Human Services Collaborative of Greater Peoria Despite the challenges of the last year, the lessons we have learned can help build our new normal. Looking To Peoria’s Future by Paul Leamon Distillery Labs is bringing the community together to design, build and launch new companies. Q&A with Andie Halley Reditus Laboratories Halley came to her position right in the middle of the pandemic—just as the lab was reinventing itself as a full-service COVID-19 testing facility for the State of Illinois. Destination Downtown! by Michael J. Freilinger, Downtown Development Corporation of Peoria After surviving a challenging year, we are excited to see the downtown grow in 2021. 4 Tips to Unplug and Recharge Your Day by Robert Glazer It’s critical to set boundaries—especially if you are working remotely. Experience: A Blessing or Curse? by Todd Popham, Popham & Associates We do not learn from experience—we learn when we reflect on experience. Why You Still Need A Brick-and-Mortar Storefront in 2021 Four reasons why it’s still important to have a brick-and-mortar storefront for your business—even in 2021. Willful Misconduct Disqualifies Unemployment Benefits Michael R. Lied, Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC Careful and consistent documentation is needed to satisfy the burden of proof. More Business articles from the Peoria Magazine Archive >>> Learn. Cook. Eat. Repeat. by Julie Eliathamby, Peoria Grown Everyone should have access to affordable, healthy food—and education is key. The Go-To Resource for Volunteering by Gina Edwards, Heart of Illinois United Way Despite the pandemic, overall volunteerism increased by 20 percent last year. Thriving Through Nonprofit Partnerships by Rebecca Spencer, Peoria County Animal Protection Services By collaborating with nonprofit organizations, PCAPS is better able to serve the community. The Interconnected Social Determinants of Health by Jennifer Zammuto, Heart of Illinois United Way If just one building block is unstable or missing, our ability to successfully grow, live, work and age is hindered. More Community articles from the Peoria Magazine Archive >>> More Food Adventures in Peoria by Shreya Nandy From Instagrammable seasonal specials to my favorite Indian dishes… and beyond Finding Hope in 2021 by The GCS Project From Peoria to Pittsburgh and now worldwide, Diane Redington’s cancer-fighting legacy lives on. Take 10: Rama Suresh Ten things you didn't know about the founder and artistic director of Mythili Dance Academy... Evolution of a Trail by Mike Rucker, Trail Advocates of Central Illinois It is possible that no piece of public land in Illinois ever caused as much controversy as the Rock Island State Trail. Stepping Up to Improve Mental Health Services by Jaymee Barra, UnityPoint Health – Central Illinois An anonymous donor will double your donation to sustain services at UnityPlace. Turning Students into Scientists The 2021 Science Treasure Hunt launched in April and runs until Labor Day. Your Next Meal… And Much More by Chris Evans, University of Illinois Extension Wild, edible mushrooms are wonderful organisms that can be appreciated for more than just their taste. More Lifestyle articles from the Peoria Magazine Archive >>> Art Spaces: Un-Shuttered And Re-Imagined by Jenn Gordon, ArtsPartners of Central Illinois Over the past year, arts venues have worked hard to renovate and improve their physical spaces. Experiencing Alexander Martin by Mae Gilliland Wright By exploring their own identity, this artist creates space for others to hold conversation and empathy. Exploring the Fine Arts by Mae Gilliland Wright The Fine Arts Society of Peoria will enter its 60th season of programming later this fall. More Art articles from the Peoria Magazine Archive >>>
Our Caring Community Jan Wright, Publisher, Peoria Magazine From frontline staff to management, we applaud our nonprofit community for their hard work, resilience, passion and vision.
Building a Safe Community by Becky Rossman, Peoria Community Against Violence To reduce violence and increase safety, all of us must be part of the solution.
Parks and Rec: On the Go by Emily Cahill, Peoria Park District With reimagined programming, the state’s largest park district gears up for the post-COVID era.
Rescuing Food & Delivering Hope by Mark Johnson Heart of Illinois Harvest has been rescuing and distributing surplus food for nearly three decades.
Silver Linings of the Pandemic by The Human Services Collaborative of Greater Peoria Despite the challenges of the last year, the lessons we have learned can help build our new normal.
Looking To Peoria’s Future by Paul Leamon Distillery Labs is bringing the community together to design, build and launch new companies.
Q&A with Andie Halley Reditus Laboratories Halley came to her position right in the middle of the pandemic—just as the lab was reinventing itself as a full-service COVID-19 testing facility for the State of Illinois.
Destination Downtown! by Michael J. Freilinger, Downtown Development Corporation of Peoria After surviving a challenging year, we are excited to see the downtown grow in 2021.
4 Tips to Unplug and Recharge Your Day by Robert Glazer It’s critical to set boundaries—especially if you are working remotely.
Experience: A Blessing or Curse? by Todd Popham, Popham & Associates We do not learn from experience—we learn when we reflect on experience.
Why You Still Need A Brick-and-Mortar Storefront in 2021 Four reasons why it’s still important to have a brick-and-mortar storefront for your business—even in 2021.
Willful Misconduct Disqualifies Unemployment Benefits Michael R. Lied, Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC Careful and consistent documentation is needed to satisfy the burden of proof.
Learn. Cook. Eat. Repeat. by Julie Eliathamby, Peoria Grown Everyone should have access to affordable, healthy food—and education is key.
The Go-To Resource for Volunteering by Gina Edwards, Heart of Illinois United Way Despite the pandemic, overall volunteerism increased by 20 percent last year.
Thriving Through Nonprofit Partnerships by Rebecca Spencer, Peoria County Animal Protection Services By collaborating with nonprofit organizations, PCAPS is better able to serve the community.
The Interconnected Social Determinants of Health by Jennifer Zammuto, Heart of Illinois United Way If just one building block is unstable or missing, our ability to successfully grow, live, work and age is hindered.
More Food Adventures in Peoria by Shreya Nandy From Instagrammable seasonal specials to my favorite Indian dishes… and beyond
Finding Hope in 2021 by The GCS Project From Peoria to Pittsburgh and now worldwide, Diane Redington’s cancer-fighting legacy lives on.
Take 10: Rama Suresh Ten things you didn't know about the founder and artistic director of Mythili Dance Academy...
Evolution of a Trail by Mike Rucker, Trail Advocates of Central Illinois It is possible that no piece of public land in Illinois ever caused as much controversy as the Rock Island State Trail.
Stepping Up to Improve Mental Health Services by Jaymee Barra, UnityPoint Health – Central Illinois An anonymous donor will double your donation to sustain services at UnityPlace.
Turning Students into Scientists The 2021 Science Treasure Hunt launched in April and runs until Labor Day.
Your Next Meal… And Much More by Chris Evans, University of Illinois Extension Wild, edible mushrooms are wonderful organisms that can be appreciated for more than just their taste.
Art Spaces: Un-Shuttered And Re-Imagined by Jenn Gordon, ArtsPartners of Central Illinois Over the past year, arts venues have worked hard to renovate and improve their physical spaces.
Experiencing Alexander Martin by Mae Gilliland Wright By exploring their own identity, this artist creates space for others to hold conversation and empathy.
Exploring the Fine Arts by Mae Gilliland Wright The Fine Arts Society of Peoria will enter its 60th season of programming later this fall.
