The Peoria Woman - October 2005

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An Interview with Nancy Wright
Going HITEC to Help Entrepreneurs
The director of Bradley University Heartland Illinois Technology Enterprise Center (HITEC) talks with The Peoria Woman about why the center is needed, how her past career in health care admininstration prepared her for her current position, and what she thinks is the key to helping Peoria reach its goals.
Features
From the Editor
When Does Adulthood Begin?
So, when does a child become an “adult?” Seems the government is as confused as any responsible parent should be. State laws vary about the age a young person can legally do certain things, and some laws seem in direct conflict with others.
Peoria Profile
Amanda Wozniak: WHOI-TV
After an idyllic childhood in Naperville, Amanda Wozniak decided—seemingly out of the blue—to pursue broadcast journalism at Illinois State University. Currently news director at HOI 19 News, Wozniak has worked her way up quickly.
Lead Story
Peoria Historical Society Salutes Women
Women have made significant contributions to central Illinois; unfortunately, many of their past contributions have received little recognition. The Peoria Historical Society is out to change that, however, with the 2005 Salute to Women.
Columns
Also in this Issue...
The Devastation of Sexual Addiction in Marriage
As wives cry in anguish from fear, confusion, and pain, it’s easy to see the trauma.
GE Healthcare Women's Health & Wellness Tour
The tour is coming to Peoria. Mark your calendar and bring a friend to this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Identifying and Repairing Your Hernia
Almost 1 million people have hernia surgery each year; many more patients with hernias remain untreated.
Try a Little Understanding With Aging Parents
You can't walk in another person’s shoes, but it helps to try to understand what they’re dealing with.
Making Friends With An Artist
Even with good intentions, a visitor to an artist’s booth or studio may create an uncomfortable situation.