Teacher salaries are a controversial issue in budget making and contract negotiations, in many school districts. Some people feel as though the pay teachers receive is appropriate; others feel as though it is too low. “I believe that teachers and principals are paid what they deserve, based on their education level. Surely everyone would...
Central Illinois’s favorite minor league baseball team is getting ready for yet another season, but are fans going to show up this year? Peoria Chiefs franchise has an optimistic plan set in motion to keep increasing attendance records at Dozer Park in 2014. Photo courtesy of Peoria Chief’s Website Kelly Sheehan PEORIA– Whether winter...
The city of Peoria has prided itself on being a great place to live. From Bradley University to Caterpillar, there are a number of things that make this city worth living in. It was even named one of the All-America City Award winners in 2014. There may be one category of people that are...
By: Shannon Bachar PEORIA — Despite an increase in emergency calls, Peoria residents can rest assured, as the Peoria Fire Department upholds its standards. When comparing the years 2012 and 2013, there has been an overall increase in fire department budgets and an increase in alarms and calls, according to statistics from the City...