Peoria

Kids get in free at Challenger Space Center March 27

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The Challenger Space Center's annual Spring Street Faire will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 27. Free child admission passes to the Challenger Space Center are available online. The Challenger Space Center’s Annual Spring Street... Full story

'Drive to a Better Living' at Northwest Valley Sunset Health Fair

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Sunset Ford Peoria will present the first Northwest Valley Sunset Health Fair "Drive to a Better Living" from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 20 at Sunset Ford, 91st Avenue and Bell Road. Numerous community agencies and prominent Northwest... Full story

Seminar series provides tips to retire well

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Immanuel is launching a three-part “You Can Retire Well” seminar series geared toward informing seniors of the many resources available to attain a comfortable retirement. Seniors are invited to attend the free, biweekly “You Can... Full story

Senate committee rejects payday lending bill

JONATHAN J. COOPER

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PHOENIX (AP) — A state Senate committee on Tuesday voted down legislation that would allow payday lenders to continue offering high-interest, short-term loans in Arizona, dealing the industry a second legislative blow this year. The... Full story

Volunteers assist with senior benefit concerns in Peoria

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Volunteer counselors trained by the Area Agency on Aging Region One's Benefits Assistance Program are available to provide objective, free, personalized assistance to seniors and adults with disabilities. Services include: Information concerning... Full story

Theater Works announces 2010-11 show season

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Theater Works unveiled its 2010-11 adult and youth seasons Sunday at the Peoria Center for the Performing Arts. Ranging from big musicals to Tony-nominated comedies and drama, the adult season will open with Stephen Sondheim’s musical "Into... Full story

Mariners send 2nd overall pick Ackley to Double A

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PEORIA (AP) — The Seattle Mariners have sent second overall draft choice Dustin Ackley to Double-A West Tennessee, where the impressive 22-year-old will likely begin his first full professional season. Last August, the Mariners and Ackley... Full story

Burns looks for votes to get rid of early childhood education program

HOWARD FISCHER

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PHOENIX -- Final approval of a spending plan for the coming year remains in limbo today as senators scramble to find the last votes for a key piece.Both the House and Senate have adopted the key elements in what amounts to an $8.5 billion budget.... Full story

Man puts out fire with hose

ASHLEY LOWERY

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Quick action by Domingo Gomez, kept a fire from spreading after a fire started in an armoire in a back bedroom of a Peoria home in the 9400 block of West Mission Lane Monday afternoon. Gomez, who lives in the home owned by his mother-in-law Mary... Full story

Jazz returns to Arizona Broadway Theatre in April

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The Jazz Concert Series at Arizona Broadway Theatre resumes April 26, with the return of the Extreme Decibel Big Band featuring Dennis Rowland. On May 4, local jazz singer Margo Reed takes the ABT stage. Show times for both performances are 7:30... Full story

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