| Peoria, Illinois March 2002 | |
Rain or shine, Peoria's St. Patrick's Day parade marches for 22nd year. -- by Linda Hughes
When the St. Patrick Parade steps off Sunday, March 17, it will mark the 22nd consecutive year the St. Patrick Society of Peoria has put on the parade. “It’s a fun parade,” said Tim Doyle, society president and parade chairman. “There are a lot of families and homemade floats. People who watch it have as much fun as the people in it. There is a lot of camaraderie, with the same families.”.......more
Former Peoria is White House chief floral designer. -- by Roger Monroe
Nancy Frisby Clarke, former Peorian, has probably spent more time in the White House than any President though she’s never run for public office. Since 1978, when she volunteered during President Jimmy Carter’s second year, the Woodruff High School graduate has been a part of the White House Residence Staff. In 1981 she was hired full-time during Ronald Reagan’s first term as President. .......more
International Womens's Day Celebrated. -- by D' Arcy Rapp
Unbeknownst to many, International Women’s Day is March 8. Celebrated around the globe and recognized in many countries as a national holiday, International Women’s Day has its roots in the international women’s movement working toward equality........more
Three school board candidates run for two seats. -- by Alexix Etcheson
District 150’s school board will be welcoming two new members to the board as a result of this month’s election. Alicia Butler, Sean Matheson or Tom Higgins will win two seats in the second district. The three candidates have been campaigning for the election, each holding diverse viewpoints of how the district can be improved or changed to better aid in District 150 school’s educational value........more
Peorian advocate for women's issue. -- by Marie Blood
District 150’s school board will be welcoming two new members to the board as a result of this month’s election. Alicia Butler, Sean Matheson or Tom Higgins will win two seats in the second district. The three candidates have been campaigning for the election, each holding diverse viewpoints of how the district can be improved or changed to better aid in District 150 school’s educational value........more
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