Archive for January, 2009

Washington, DC…Congressman Aaron Schock today sent a letter to Governor Pat Quinn congratulating him on his ascension to the Governorship and expressing confidence in Governor Quinn’s ability to heal the state. Schock said ex-Governor Blagojevich left state government in ruins and pledged that he would work with Governor Quinn in every way possible to help... »

Everyone can agree that we are facing daunting economic challenges and our economy is in a recession.  With each passing day, families across America are watching their bills pile up and their savings disappear. Compounding the problem, our nation’s infrastructure is in desperate need of improvements.  According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, only 42... »

Without question almost every American household is better at managing their finances than the federal government. For instance, when Americans shop for groceries, they know what they spent, what they got for their money and how their purchases will help feed their family. It’s my belief that the American taxpayer deserves to... »

Without question almost every American household is better at managing their finances than the federal government.  For instance, when Americans shop for groceries, they know what they spent, what they got for their money and how their purchases will help feed their family.  It’s my belief that the American taxpayer deserves to know the... »

Sixty years ago was a golden time for Hollywood, and besides “Gone with the Wind,” “The Wizard of Oz,” “Stagecoach” and many other gems, director Frank Capra’s “Mr. Smith Goes to Washington” was a popular Oscar winner. The 130-minute drama is scheduled to show at 7 p.m. Saturday, January 24 at Peoria’s downtown Apollo Theater. In... »

(January 13, 2009) – Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing awarded Bachelor of Science in nursing degrees to 68 students and Master of Science in nursing degrees to seven students during its December graduation ceremony. MSN program students graduating with distinction, along with their hometowns: East Peoria: Melissa Joos Green Valley: Jennifer Runyon Peoria: Maureen Whalen... »

CONGRESSMAN AARON SCHOCK STATEMENT ON HIS FORMER COLLEAGUES IN THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY VOTING TO IMPEACH GOVERNOR ROD BLAGOJEVICH (Washington, DC) Congressman Aaron Schock today expressed relief that the Illinois House of Representatives voted to impeach Governor Rod Blagojevich and issued the following statement: The vote of my former colleagues in the House today is the... »

From the inbox: Dear Billy, I am proud to announce the opening of my new restaurant TWO25. The restaurant has been open for just over a month now with great success. Due to the busy holiday season, the grand opening is scheduled for later in the month. TWO25 is the brainchild of three local entrepreneurs: Bud Grieves,... »

The Heartland Partnership continues its commitment to making sure you know what’s happening with our national and local economy. We are beginning an in-depth look at our ‘Big 7’ industries including retail, financial, auto/durable goods, healthcare, housing/real estate, manufacturing and development. In this week’s Excelerate Newsletter we are taking a look at... »

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