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WVEL/IHSA Insider: 2016 Class 3A/4A Boys Basketball State Finals

WVEL/IHSA Insider: 2016 Class 3A/4A Boys Basketball State Finals

(Photo By Flickr User Jan Zimmerli)   Who will be crowned “IHSA Kings Of The Court?” Now we know that this question was asked for the gentlemen of Class 1A/Class 2A; now we will see who will take all as the “Road To River City, Part Two (The Final Chapter),” conclude this weekend in Peoria, IL!…MORE

IHSA March Madness Experience Reminder

IHSA March Madness Experience Reminder

(Photo By Flickr User Nick Hubbard)   Just across the concourse from the tournament action at Carver Arena, the March Madness Experience fills up the Peoria Civic Center’s huge Exhibition Hall. It’s free to fans who have game tickets, and just $2 for everyone else. Once inside, there’s no charge for any of the attractions. 2016…MORE

Winter Jam 2016 Reminder

Winter Jam 2016 Reminder

(Photo By Flickr User Raoul Snyman)   Winter Jam is an incredible evening of live concerts by the top artists in Christian music, plus worship and ministry, to encourage believers and share the good news with those who have yet to trust Christ. Presented by Holt International, the tour kicked-off early-January in Charleston, WV and will…MORE

IHSA State Finals Shuttle Express Reminder

IHSA State Finals Shuttle Express Reminder

(Photo By Flickr User Renato)   Peoria CityLink will operate continuous bus shuttles from participating hotels to the Peoria Civic Center for the Illinois High School Association Boys Basketball State Finals on Friday, March 18th and Saturday, March 19th for the Class 3A and 4A games. Shuttles will pick up in 20-30 minute increments beginning…MORE

WVEL Community Watch: HOI Community Job And Resource Fair

WVEL Community Watch: HOI Community Job And Resource Fair

(Photo By Flickr User Flazingo Photos)   Get ready to be a part of the HOI Community Job And Resource Fair event being held at the Peoria Civic Center in Peoria, IL! Why you should attend this upcoming event, here are a few reasons why.… •This event is FREE and open to the public… •25 Companies on hand…MORE

Winter Jam 2016

Winter Jam 2016

(Photo By Flickr User Caleb Cook)   Since its formation by NewSong in 1995, The Winter Jam Tour Spectacular has featured many of the top names in Christian music, including TobyMac, Third Day, Newsboys, Steven Curtis Chapman, Lecrae, Skillet, and more! The tour has outpaced any other tour’s attendance for the past four years. Winter…MORE

WVEL News Scope: Peoria Civic Center Arena Venue Ranking

WVEL News Scope: Peoria Civic Center Arena Venue Ranking

(Photo By Flickr User k4dordy)   According to peoriaciviccenter.com, VENUES TODAY Magazine has released their most recent “TOP STOP” venues worldwide, with the SMG managed Peoria Civic Center Arena landing the 11th spot internationally, and 7th nationally! The Arena figures for tickets sold worldwide represent shows played between December 16, 2015 and January 15, 2016.…MORE

WVEL News Scope: Peoria County Polling Place Locations

WVEL News Scope: Peoria County Polling Place Locations

(Photo By Flickr User lettawren)   The General Primary Election will be held on the 3rd Tuesday of March! Make sure that you get your soul to the polls on this day & make your voice count! Just in case you wonder where you go to vote, here is a list of Polling Places that…MORE

WVEL/IHSA Insider: 2016 Class 1A/2A Boys Basketball State Finals

WVEL/IHSA Insider: 2016 Class 1A/2A Boys Basketball State Finals

(Photo By Flickr User Peter Gerdes) “ Who will be crowned “IHSA Kings Of The Court?” We know that this question was asked for the ladies and now, it’s the gentlemen’s turn to see who will take all as the “Road To River City, Part One,” begins this weekend in Peoria, IL; let the Mayhem…MORE

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