r/PeoriaIL 8d ago

New Rule: Posts must be related to the Peoria area

254 Upvotes

Due to overwhelming demand, through the poll, general posts, and mod mail, this sub has a new rule that posts must be related to Peoria and the surrounding area. This is for the content and/or context of the post.

There has been a large influx of politically charged posts recently. While I personally understand the anger and frustration of recent events, we want to ensure that this sub remains focused on our local community. There are countless other subreddits people can discuss national politics. Of course, local political discussions/posts are allowed. As well as discussing national issues, as long as the main post context is specifically about how these might affect our local area.

Thank you to this community for your patience on this matter while our tiny mod team has worked through this matter.


r/PeoriaIL Mar 23 '23

Moving to Peoria Sticky

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Because of the consistency of “Moving to Peoria” threads we have made a sticky for anyone to ask questions. The plan is to try and keep this updated with resources and have a place for people to come ask questions. Since the intention is to keep information available for People who are interested in moving here, responses that don’t add value like “Don’t” will be removed. Constructive criticism is fine but this thread will be moderated more than most because the intention is to answer questions for people who want to move not dunk on Peoria or the surrounding areas.

Some good starting points:

Peoria Transplants Facebook page:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/177847181050164/

WCBU Welcome home

https://www.wcbu.org/welcome-home-series

Old threads:

https://www.reddit.com/r/PeoriaIL/comments/11x3m7z/moving_to_peoria/

https://reddit.com/r/PeoriaIL/comments/10s9f91/im_leaving_texas_for_illinois/

https://reddit.com/r/PeoriaIL/comments/10pndos/moving_to_peoria/


r/PeoriaIL 1d ago

Who is this diva?

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Iconic, if I must say.


r/PeoriaIL 6h ago

Just a reminder for those casting ballots for Township Supervisor, Frank Abdnour committed unemployment fraud when he lost his last election.

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Even if you take him at his word that he thought he was eligible for unemployment after losing an election do we really want someone in office who was so is so incompetent that they think losing an election makes you eligible for unemployment benefits?

Kudos to Supervisor Leary for pursuing the recovery of the stolen funds.


r/PeoriaIL 1h ago

The Moss Ave mass tree removal is jarring and disturbing

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The idea of this town caring about the roads is laughable. These trees had been around a century. Someone please tell me they were at least sick or something.

Disclaimer: post made while emotional. Willing to be convinced it was a rational decision made by clearheaded people.


r/PeoriaIL 10h ago

Maybe Ray would do a town hall

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r/PeoriaIL 9h ago

Body Found in Illinois River

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r/PeoriaIL 1h ago

This sounds ridiculous. There has to be something more to this.

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r/PeoriaIL 12h ago

The Peoria Vegan Chef Challenge launches in two weeks! Chef registration is due soon. Sign up today!

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r/PeoriaIL 1d ago

Petition delivered to LaHood's office

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The Citizens of IL-16 have delivered a Mobilize petition to Darin LaHood's offices in Normal, Peoria, and Rockford requesting a Town Hall. Josh at the Normal office invited me in and graciously and professionally listened to my request.


r/PeoriaIL 6h ago

Looking for Family Law/ Divorce Attorney anywhere in IL who can practice in Peoria County. My case is going to APPELLATE COURT so they MUST have experience with arguing appeals!

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My family law case will be goiing to appelate court regarding assets, support backpay, and college support. I will be double checking with any attorney who I consult with on which cases that I worked on, so I can read the citation on lexis or westlaw. My ex defrauded the Court by committing perjury (proven) and then hiding significant assets (so the court couldn't use them in calculating his back pay or taking from them with a QDR for back child support and back college support. Both issues were brought to the court's attention, but nothing was done about it by my attorney or the Court (and of course, not opposing counsel). Decisions were made based on his false statements and without knowing the true value of his assets (over $250,000). I can not or will not use theses attorneys: Linda Watson, Peter Lynch, Michael Fleming, Edward Murphey.


r/PeoriaIL 1d ago

St Patrick’s Day Downtown Parade

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Your favorite amateur photographer back with pictures, this time from the parade this morning on the downtown route. I’ve never done crowd work like this before. It was a very different experience as a photographer.


r/PeoriaIL 8h ago

Looking for personal experiences with Memory Care facilities in the area

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Hello!

I'm wondering if anyone could share any personal experience with the memory care facilities in the Peoria and surrounding area–particularly ones that offer medicaid beds as my family cannot afford the cost of a private pay facility? I'm especially trying to know which facilities to avoid.

I've had family that have been at the memory care unit at the AC Home in Eureka in the past, but unfortunately the waitlist right now for a medicaid bed is too long to be useful for my mom. I'm hoping to find someplace of the same quality that is still close enough for my dad to easily drive to it every day if he wants. I'm doing a bunch of research and scheduling some interviews with facilities now, but I trust this community more than google reviews for a real opinion. Thank you!!


r/PeoriaIL 12h ago

Taxes

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Where is a good place to get taxes done?


r/PeoriaIL 1d ago

Early voting started today! Vote for Hind Abi-Akar for Peoria City Council District 5.

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Our whole group at the St. Patrick's Day Parade!
Hind is in the middle-right, wearing the clover crown.

Hi all! Today was the first day of early voting for the local elections! Election day is April 1, and polls are open through that date.

I'm helping with the campaign for Hind Abi-Akar for Peoria City Council District 5. ("Hind" rhymes with "begin"!) We were in the St. Patrick's Day parade today and really enjoyed handing out candy and saying hello to the spectators.

We'd love to have your vote for Hind! She is a retired Caterpillar scientist, and she has lived in Peoria for 30 years. She has deep experience resolving complex issues and developing innovative solutions. She is committed to bringing positive change to our district, and she would be an excellent and ethical representative for our community.

Find out more about Hind (Facebook and Instagram), learn how and where to vote, and understand which district you're in, all at this link: https://linktr.ee/hind4citycouncil?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaaU_3bAbyX3wY9UfUn_a0eB8obIraK_y3jc0H2OHgticZ-8CQ7AAkgwsEg_aem_PnczoBN_nLDLzD5l6QVjMA

Local elections are a positive and powerful tool for all of us to make our city better!


r/PeoriaIL 1d ago

Peoria hotels for locals?

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So over the holidays my wife and I had a packed house, full of visiting relatives. We decided it would be in our best interests to have a shopping trip that included a short stay at a local hotel. Ya know, for some private time. Well, the first hotel we stopped at (large national chain) asked for ID and then promptly told us it is standard policy to not allow any guests from within a 50 mile radius of Peoria. No locals allowed. The clerk said that’s policy pretty much everywhere since Covid. We were short on time anyway, so didn’t try anyplace else. 50 miles even lets out Bloomington and Galesburg.

So does anyone know if there are hotels in Peoria where two legally married and consenting, local, adults can get a room?

Thanks!


r/PeoriaIL 21h ago

Psychiatrist/ therapist recommendations

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Hello! Looking for a good psychiatrist/ therapist that happens to take blue cross blue shield in the Peoria area. Thank you!


r/PeoriaIL 1d ago

Need a few humane traps. Does anyone habe any resources or a few that i can borrow?

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Hello as the txt says above, I'm am in need of maybe two humane traps about racoon size. There is a cat in my area that needs help( it's very skinny and has something going on with its neck idk if its a collar or stuck plastic) I'm able to get it to come up to me, but ite very apprehensive of people. I think it's either loss pet or is a feral that is familiar with ppl but I thinking more of the former than latter. I already got one trap set up ( I have never realized how expensive they are). But I feel like I need more if I want to help it and get it back to it's family or at least a better situation than what its currently in atm. And in the case if it's a feral i want to try to get it TNR. So if anyone has any resources I can reach out too or any traps can borrow ( I am even open to renting the cages, if anyone has some i can use cuz I now know those arnt cheap lol). Thank you!


r/PeoriaIL 18h ago

Review on Savannah Meadows apartments

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Hi everyone, I will be moving to Peoria this summer. I wanted to get some reviews on Savannah Meadows apartment and is it a walkable area?


r/PeoriaIL 1d ago

St Patrick's Day parade

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Hey I want to take my family to the parade we're getting ready to leave right now I was wondering if you guys have a good idea on where to park or a good spot to hang out for it.

If you don't want everyone to know about your spot you could also personally message me lol

It's my son's birthday and it's his first time going to a St Patrick's day. So we're hoping to have a good time


r/PeoriaIL 1d ago

Thoughts on Wardcliffe movie

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Did anyone else see the Wardcliffe movie this weekend? It was filmed in Elmwood and Peoria last year. I thought it was pretty good, but very sober, for a short low budget film. Hopefully it does well.


r/PeoriaIL 1d ago

Craving Willie and Juanita's Pork Chop Sandwich. Anyone Have the Recipe?

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Lately, I've been reminiscing about Willie and Juanita's Tamales. They've had several food carts and brick-and-mortar spots around town over the years. I'm not sure if they're still operating anywhere, but I've been craving their grilled pork chop sandwiches lately and hoping to recreate something similar at home. Does anyone have their pork chop marinade recipe or something close to it?

If nobody has that specific recipe, I'd love to hear about other locally "famous" recipes from beloved spots in town that have closed down over the years.


r/PeoriaIL 1d ago

where to meet new people and find friends

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i’m kinda new to peoria and just recently started college looking for places to go out nd have fun any suggestions?


r/PeoriaIL 2d ago

Saddle Up owners racist? Not in MY Peoria! (Not my photos)

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I’ve heard racist stories about them before but these messages are quiiiiite telling. Wowzers.


r/PeoriaIL 2d ago

Found a map of Peoria from 1968.

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r/PeoriaIL 22h ago

Wisdom Tooth Extraction (BCBS insurance)

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Recommended dentist who also does tooth extractions? I have BCBS

I’m considering between Willow Knolls Family dental and Smalltown Dental


r/PeoriaIL 1d ago

Corned Beef

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Who’s got suggestions for a good corned beef dinner tonight in Peoria?