(Photo By Flickr User Colin Harris) It’s late Spring, and that millions of Americans are still reaching for the tissues. The good news, there is relief available. According to a study by the University of Rochester Medical Center (Rochester, NY), allergies plague as many as 50 million Americans. 8% of those people are allergic…… MORE
WVEL Money Watch: Young Kids Saving For College
(Photo By Flickr User OTA Photos) College tuition continues to increase every year, so it’s important to start saving for college as early as you can. Getting your kids involved when they’re young can help them form valuable savings habits and alleviate some of your financial burden. These steps can help you get started:…… MORE
WVEL Safety Watch: Bicycle Safety Commuting Tips
(Photo By Flickr User Michelle Spomer) According to learningcenter.statefarm.com, bicycle commuting can save money, fight pollution and help you stay in shape. But cyclists can face a higher risk of crash-related injury and deaths than those commuting to work by car. That’s why it’s important to keep the following bike safety tips top of mind.…… MORE
WVEL Money/Health Watch: Illinois Lawmakers And Sugary Soft Drinks
(Photo By Flickr User La Viña Liverpool) “Attention, attention, there is possibly an idea floating around in Springfield to tax soda & sugary beverage distributors!” News/Health Line: Springfield, IL According to cinewsnow.com, Lawmakers are scrambling to find money to fix the state’s multi-billion dollar deficit may have found a new revenue stream. An…… MORE
WVEL Summer Watch: Steamboat Days Festival
(Photo By Flickr User Ben Askins) Taking place on the Riverfront in downtown Peoria, the 45th annual Steamboat Days Festival combines a bigger, better carnival, delicious food and drinks, great musical entertainment, and more in a family-friendly atmosphere! Continuing this great Peoria tradition, Steamboat Days Festival 2016 will be Thursday, June 16th through Saturday,…… MORE
WVEL Entertaiment Scope: Arsenio Hall Returns To Host TV Summer Series
(Photo By Flickr User Bob n Renee) “Ladies & Gentleman, get ready for Arseniooooooo, Hall returning to television this summer as the host of ABC’s upcoming series “Greatest Hits!” According to eurweb.com & blackamericaweb.com, Arsenio Hall will return to television this summer as the host of ABC-TV’s upcoming series “Greatest Hits,” an unscripted effort that features…… MORE
Father’s Day Getaway To St. Louis Contest
(Photo By Flickr User Francisco Diez) This Father’s Day, Carlson Custom Jewelry & AM 1140 WVEL, are giving you a chance to win a Baseball Getaway to St. Louis, MO! This Baseball Getaway includes two tickets to the July 16th St. Louis Cardinals against the Miami Marlins and $100 spending cash! How do you win?…… MORE
WVEL News Scope: Kids And Dogs
(Photo By Flickr User Robyn Jay) “Alright dog owners, it’s about that time that we have a talk about your dog and what to do when kids come around them.” Now, it’s something dog owners don’t like to think about, but experts say you should. According to State Farm & cinewsnow.com, 2/3 of American households…… MORE
WVEL Summer Watch: Glen Oak Park Family Flicks
(Photo By Flickr User Mike Mozart) “Alright everybody, who’s up for going to the Family Flick Movies?” It’s about that time again to enjoy full-length, family films on Monday evenings at the Glen Oak Amphitheater! Glen Oak Family Flicks 2016 Schedule: Monday, June 6th • Finding Nemo Monday, June 13th • Cinderella Monday,…… MORE
WVEL Community Scene: South Side Mission Annual Banquet Reminder
(Photo By Flickr User Paul Hart) Held in May of each year, the South Side Mission Annual Banquet is a celebration of Jesus Christ and the role He plays in our lives. Seen in the eyes of those we serve and initiated by the volunteers, financial supports, and staff that serve. “Providing The Light, Awakening…… MORE
