40 Leaders Under Forty composite photo.
Artwork featured in the Imaging exhibition
Central & Manual Turkey Day game, 1962.
Mo & Steve Thompson at the 40 Leaders Alumni Social.
Members of CFCI’s Emerging Philanthropists Fund.
Matt George
The Dalfonso family
Three women at Entre Nous
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A Hub for Farm & Food Innovation
by Tory Dahlhoff, Greater Peoria Economic Development Council

We are putting together all the ingredients for a robust food economy in Greater Peoria.

The New Distillery Row

J.K. Williams Distilling, formerly of East Peoria, will reopen next spring with a new owner, location and fresh identity.

Wow! Moving On Up, Peoria!
by Michael J. Freilinger, Downtown Development Corporation

A recent bus tour showcased new developments in Downtown Peoria and the Warehouse District.

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Best of Peoria 2019

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National Philanthropy Day

National Philanthropy Day is both an official calendar day and a grassroots movement to celebrate charitable activities.

Entre Nous: Making a Difference

Entre Nous welcomes newcomers to the area as well as women who have recently experienced lifestyle changes.

Educating Tomorrow’s Culinary Creators
by Dr. Sheila Quirk-Bailey, Illinois Central College

ICC’s culinary program is a key player in Peoria’s thriving food scene. 

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The Academy of Fretted Instruments ribbon cutting.
Peoria's Grand Opera House
Judge Jodi Hoos and her daughter
At the signing ceremony for the Civil Rights Act of 1964, President Lyndon Johnson hands one of the pens he used to Senator Everett Dirksen.
PAAR Cares Foundation received the Outstanding Philanthropic Foundation Award in 2018.
People enjoying a ride on the pedal bus.
LeRoy & Pat Hagenbuch, Danette & Josh Swank
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Something Big Is Happening
Photography by Beau Commanday, David Vernon & Mike McGarvey
by Mike Bailey

Big Picture is celebrating the arts and changing the face of Peoria.

Live @ Five Points
Q&A with Shae Harris

The Live @ Five Points Event Center offers attractions for every taste and space that’s perfect for all kinds of special events.

Magic As Art
by Mitch Williams

It’s not about the puzzle; it’s about the experience.

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Food Unites Us
by Banu Hatfield, Zion Coffee Bar

Food is where families come together, where friendships form, where ideas come alive.

Making a Better Earth
by Emily Potts

The husband-wife team of Better Earth Logistics are working to close the local food loop.

Take 18: Julie & Brody Maag

18 things you didn't know about the new owners of Rhythm Kitchen...

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40 Leaders 2019: Little-Known Facts

The 40 Leaders Under Forty Class of 2019 had some surprising revelations—from unusual hobbies and things they wish they would’ve done differently, to coping with loss and working through stressful situations.

Submitted by epotts on November 11, 2019 - 1:35pm

40 Leaders 2019: Inspiration & Aspiration

We asked our 2019 class of 40 Leaders Under Forty about the causes they hold near and dear to their hearts, the people who have inspired them, and what they would bring to Peoria if they could.

Submitted by epotts on November 11, 2019 - 10:22am

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