News
What is moving in Greater Peoria.
Announcements from the Alliance, plus workforce news published by our partners across the region.
From our partners
Training, events and opportunities published by Alliance partners. Each one links to the original.
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Tazewell County data center moratorium approval nears the finish line
A moratorium on data center applications in Tazewell County is one step away from reaching the county board. The board's Land Use committee is…
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- AI, Education and Work AI is already changing the jobs students are preparing for, and educators, families, and employers are working to understand what that means. Join the… Read at the source
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State of Education updates community on challenges in McLean County schools
The McLean County Chamber of Commerce hosted the 2026 State of Education at Heartland Community College on Friday, featuring discussions on K-12 and higher…
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Press Release: Volunteers Needed as Greater Peoria CareerSpark Marks 10 Years of Sparking Careers for Local 8th Graders
Peoria, IL (Thursday, September 25, 2026) – Junior Achievement of Central Illinois and the Greater Peoria Economic Development Council are calling on individuals and…
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Illini Bluffs High School team among 10 finalists in NPR's Student Podcast Challenge
A group of high school students in Glasford in Peoria County is among 10 finalists in this year’s NPR Student Podcast Challenge.
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Building Stronger College and Career Pathways in the Chicago Southland
Students across the Chicago South Suburbs will have clearer pathways to college and careers through a regional effort aligning education, workforce, and employer partnerships…
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