Midwest Food Bank is expanding its Morton facility as part of boosting its capacity for disaster relief. Earlier this month, the Central Illinois-based nonprofit broke ground on a year-long expansion and renovation of the site.

Midwest Food Bank is expanding its Morton facility as part of boosting its capacity for disaster relief. Earlier this month, the Central Illinois-based nonprofit broke ground on a year-long expansion and renovation of the site.

WCBU Reports shines a light into all corners of Greater Peoria. You’ll see the challenges we face from a new angle. And you’ll hear from the neighbors you never knew you had. WCBU Reports airs weekdays during Morning Edition at 6:45 and 8:45 a.m.

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Midwest Food Bank expanding Morton location to improve disaster relief

Republican incumbent state Rep. Ryan Spain of Peoria faces a challenge from a first-time candidate Democratic challenger Nicole Dopler in the bid to represent a largely rural district that includes parts of Peoria and Woodford counties. WCBU's Joe Deacon reports.

 

Republican incumbent state Rep. Ryan Spain of Peoria faces a challenge from a first-time candidate Democratic challenger Nicole Dopler in the bid to represent a largely rural district that includes parts of Peoria and Woodford counties. WCBU's Joe Deacon reports.
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GOP State Rep. Ryan Spain faces Democratic challenger Nicole Dopler on Nov. 3

We've reached the time of year for the City of Peoria's annual budget process. City council members this week began discussions on the recommended $348 million spending plan. It includes using around $10 million in fund-balance to bridge the gap with anticipated revenue. In her latest regular interview with WCBU, Mayor Rita Ali tells reporter Joe Deacon what she sees as Peoria's budget priorities.

We've reached the time of year for the City of Peoria's annual budget process. City council members this week began discussions on the recommended $348 million spending plan. It includes using around $10 million in fund-balance to bridge the gap with anticipated revenue. In her latest regular interview with WCBU, Mayor Rita Ali tells reporter Joe Deacon what she sees as Peoria's budget priorities.

Mayor Ali's priorities as Peoria city leaders work on next budget

Birth to Five Illinois helps families with children ages birth to 5 get equal treatment. Its Peoria County council manager spoke to WCBU about the group and how social media helps.

Birth to Five Illinois helps families with children ages birth to 5 get equal treatment. Its Peoria County council manager spoke to WCBU about the group and how social media helps.

Midwest Food Bank expanding Morton location to improve disaster relief

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