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.
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.
Mysteries Inside the Ag Lab by Jonathan Wright In addition to the mass production of penicillin, many other less-heralded products have origins in Peoria's Ag Lab.
A Conversation With Robert Johnson Peoria Park District Board President As president of the Peoria Park District Board of Trustees, Robert Johnson helps guide the oldest and largest park district in the State of Illinois.
Growing Central Illinois’ Agricultural Workforce by Dr. Sheila Quirk-Bailey, Illinois Central College Illinois Central College is a proud and vital member of the ag ecosystem in central Illinois.
Solutions for Rural Broadband by Casey Peterson, Greater Peoria Economic Development Council As a region, we need to be prepared for assistance when it becomes available.
