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  • A Hobbyist Haven

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    Tim Alexander, Guest Writer

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    Greater Peoria area is home to many mom and pop-owned collectibles and hobby stores. Here are a dozen of the best shops in the area.

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  • 5 Haunted Attractions in Greater Peoria

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    The arrival of fall and Halloween can only mean the opening of one thing! Check out these five terrifying haunted houses in the Peoria Area.

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  • 11 Things to Do at Stark County’s Fall Festival

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    Payton Letko, Guest Writer

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    The annual Stark County Fall Festival is here! Located in Wyoming, IL’s Thomas Park, it’s a weekend of food, antiques, and fun.

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  • Autumn in Greater Peoria 2023

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    Greater Peoria puts on a seasonal show like nowhere else—and stunning foliage is just the beginning. Looking for a beautiful red/orange fall?

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  • If you’ve never been to Peoria Irish Fest, here’s everything you need to know

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    Roxy Baker, Guest Writer

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    Top 10 best things about Peoria Irish Fest. Here’s everything you need to know before you go have a shamrockin’ time!

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  • 10 Places to Propose in the Peoria Area

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    Looking for a place to propose in the Peoria Area? Here are 10 proposal ideas that are sure to get the answer you’re looking for.

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  • Foodie Gems in Tazewell County

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    The best-kept secret on drinking and dining experiences in Tazewell County. Here are some of the best places to eat in Tazewell County.

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  • The Peoria Area College Student Bucket List

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    Sam Scordo, Guest Writer

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    From freshman to super-senior, get the most of your collegiate experience with the help of this ultimate Peoria Area college bucket list.

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  • 7 Must-Try Lunch Spots in Peoria

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    All you need is love…but sometimes a lunch break works too. Check out one of these must-try lunch spots in the Peoria Area to curb your midday cravings, you won’t regret it! 1. Zero to gyro!  //  Khoury’s Cuisine in on North University Street is a great option for lunch! With a casual Greek, Lebanese, and Mediterranean specialties,…

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  • A Guide to Toulon’s Old Settlers Association Days

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    Payton Letko, Guest Writer

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    Celebrate small-town community at Old Settlers Associate Days, one of Toulon’s oldest traditions starting in 1877.

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