(Photo By Flickr User Greg Skidmore) Nancy Grace has said goodnight for the final time after 12 years of discussing true crime stories from a prosecutor’s point of view on TV. According to Associated Press, Grace ended her HLN (Headline News) program on Thursday night. She signed off by highlighting some of her most popular…… MORE
WVEL Health Watch: Losing Employment And Diabetes
(Photo By Flickr User Marc Kubischta) The fear of losing your job could increase your risk of diabetes. According to nbcnews.com, cinewsnow.com, and webmd.com. British researchers looked at data from more than 140,000 workers in the U.S., Australia, and Europe. The workers’ average age was 42. Those worried about becoming unemployed were 19 percent more likely…… MORE
Sweet Deal Of The Week: Maurie’s Of Pekin
(Photo Courtesy Of Mauries) If you’ve got a sweet tooth, your gonna love this sweet deal of the week with your name on it from Maurie’s of Pekin! For over seven and a half decades, Maurie’s of Pekin has been the ultimate candy store, providing homemade candy, caramel corn, cheese corn, fudge, caramel apples,…… MORE
WVEL Sports Scope: Midwest Professional Basketball Association And Daniel Ruffin
(Photo By Flickr User Eric Wong) Daniel Ruffin will coach again this season in the Midwest Professional Basketball Association. But this time, he’ll work in his hometown. According to pjstar.com, Ruffin, the former Peoria High and Bradley Basketball standout guard, was coach of the MPBA’s Champaign Swarm for eight games last season, has been…… MORE
WVEL Weather Scope: September Warmth In The Land Of Lincoln
(Photo By Flickr User alfarman) Last month was one of the warmest Septembers on record in Illinois. State climatologist Jim Angel says, “September’s average temperature was nearly 71 degrees, or 4.5 degrees above normal.” State records go back to 1895; September of this year was tied for sixth place with the year 2005. The…… MORE
WVEL Community Scope: Peoria Area Fire Prevention Week Activities
(Photo By Flickr User U.S. Army Garrison Red Cloud) “Be cool, be cool about fire safety!” Being cool about fire safety is job one for each and every one of us! Fire Prevention Week is here in the River City and surrounding areas. Here is a list of the activities going on for Fire Prevention…… MORE
WVEL News Watch: Pink Ribbon Scams
(Photo By Flickr User jacinta lluch valero) October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time many organizations raise money for the cause through fundraisers, often selling “pink” themed items. The Better Business Bureau is warning residents to keep an eye out for “pinkwashing” scams during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Organizations and businesses market “pink”…… MORE
Indian Summer Festival
(Photo By Flickr User Joe Brusky) The most popular event of the year at the garden, when fall colors are just starting to peak. Featuring food, music, crafts, and family fun. Join in the celebration of fall at the 2016 Indian Summer Festival, Saturday and Sunday, October 8th & 9th from 10am-4pm each day in…… MORE
WVEL Sweet Deals Of The Week: Diesel Dick’s
(Photo By Flickr User Lauren) “We know you’ve heard the old saying…… If you mention food, they will come!” Well, we’re calling all of the listeners & webheads to join in for half price food and fun as WVEL-AM 1140 has another “Sweet Deal” just for you! Another great sweet deal starts Friday morning…… MORE
Knox County/Spoon River Valley Scenic Drive Reminder
(Photo By Flickr User JBull01) Sending a reminder to join in with Knox County & Spoon River Valley for a celebration of rural heritage! About Knox County Scenic Drive: The Knox County Scenic Drive is a self-guided car tour, allowing you to navigate your way through the small towns of Knox County, displaying the…… MORE
