(Photo By Flickr User Morgan) Heart failure is real, and it often begins with high blood pressure; a silent killer in the African American community. If you aren’t experiencing high blood pressure, then you most likely know someone who is. According to the American Heart Association, more than 40% of Blacks are living with…… MORE
WVEL Entertainment Scope: Michael Strahan
(Photo By Flickr User City Year) Former football star & TV personality Michael Strahan, is leaving the daily talk show he co-hosts with Kelly Ripa to work full-time on “Good Morning America.” According to blackamericaweb.com, ABC said earlier this week that a search for Strahan’s replacement will begin in the fall. The former New…… MORE
WVEL Money Watch: Garage Sales
(Photo By Flickr User Mark Nye) “Well family, as the season & weather change, the garage sale season has once again arrived and there will be lots of shopping going on!” According to chicagotribune.com and s-jr.com, there are the top 10 things you need to do to make the most money at your garage…… MORE
CityLink And Peoria Chiefs
(Photo By Flickr User Timothy Takemoto) CityLink Partners with the Peoria Chiefs to Offer Discount on Chiefs Tickets During 2016 Season. CityLink is partnering with the Peoria Chiefs to offer a $3 discount for Chiefs tickets on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday game days all season long. CityLink customers with a valid $3 Day Pass dated for…… MORE
WVEL Community Scene: Pray For The Cure
(Photo By Flickr User waterrose) “Pray For The Cure Peoria; First Thursday In May!” Salem Lutheran Church of Peoria, will be hosting the 13th annual Pray for the Cure at 6:30pm on Thursday, May 5th. Come for this ecumenical prayer service which enhances the needs of breast cancer survivors. Prayers and music by South…… MORE
WVEL News Scope/Health Watch: OSF Medical Center Cities Awarded
(Photo By Flickr User Presidencia de la República Mexicana) “Galesburg, IL, Bloomington, IL, and Alton. IL, congratulations for a job well done and being awarded the Outstanding Patient Experience Award!” According to cinewsnow.com, OSF Medical Centers Saint Joseph in Bloomington, Saint Mary in Galesburg, and Saint Anthony Health Center in Alton, have all received the Outstanding…… MORE
WVEL Health Watch: Children’s Hospital Of Illinois
(Photo By Flickr User David Erickson) The Children’s Hospital of Illinois makes top 30 international list. The hospital ranks 24th in the world of the most technologically advanced children’s hospitals. According to topmasterinhealthcare.com & cinewsnow.com, in 2013, the Children’s Hospital of Illinois at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center made headlines around the world for completing…… MORE
WVEL News Scope: Peoria International Airport And Ray LaHood
(Photo By Flickr User Washington State Dept Of Transportation) “This is the new Ray LaHood International Terminal at Peoria International Airport!” According to cinewsnow.com, this will be the first building some overseas flyers visit here in the U.S. The $11 million 22,000 square foot addition includes full-service customs and border protection. It also allows any…… MORE
Quincy Dogwood Festival
(Photo By Flickr User pixydust8605) The annual Quincy Dogwood Festival is an extra special weekend this year as it celebrates the new Quincy/Adams County brand. The festival includes a parade, concerts downtown featuring a variety of genres of music, activities in Washington Park, and more. This year’s theme is “Right on Q,” and festival…… MORE
Pekin Kids’ Festival 2016
(Photo By Flickr User North Charleston) Pekin Kids’ Festival 2016 is a family-focused community event featuring 76,000 square feet of interactive fun for all ages! There will be activities that will be both fun and educational for the entire family. Main attractions include: over ten Fun on the Run inflatables, an indoor rock climbing…… MORE
