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24 Hours in Peoria

The beauty of photography lies in its ability to freeze a single moment in time. Photographs force you to pay attention. The camera captures that which is always there, but may have gone unnoticed.

Our mission was simple: to tell the story of 24 hours in Peoria, Illinois, a day in the life of the quintessential Midwestern town. To go from place to place and document those people who are working, playing and living in Peoria, and hopefully catch a slice of life that you don’t see everyday.

The emotional allure surrounding colorless and colored diamonds has held strong for thousands of years.
Capturing Life on Canvas
For over 25 years, William F. Hardin has detailed the faces of central Illinois’ movers and shakers through his life-size oil paintings.
Just Your Cup of Tea
From crepes and pastries to salads and quiches, a brunch provides a great opportunity to pamper friends but doesn’t have to require a lot of effort.
With the destination wedding trend booming, we follow one couple to the Dominican Republic for a tropical wedding and multicultural celebration.
Publisher's Note
We love the changing of the seasons here in central Illinois. There’s nothing like that first day of springtime…the first day when it’s warm enough to shed your coat and soak up the sunshine.

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Before even breaking soil, a good gardener digs up a plan to map out the location of selected beautiful blooms. A few local nurseries offer some tips on what you need to consider before planting that first seed.
The music of America will take root on June 8 and 9 for the 7th Annual Bluegrass Festival at Three Sisters Park in Chillicothe.
In this issue, we take four 2007 vehicles for a spin.
Take 10
The senior vice president of Wachovia Securities in Peoria has weaved an involvement with the arts throughout his entire life.