077 - Wildlife Prairie Park

Listen to Tim Johnson and Stacy Borho of In The Neighborhood talk with Eva Kirschbaum of the Peoria Area's Wildlife Prairie Park. Wildlife Prairie Park is often referred to as a jewel in the Midwest. Located just outside of Peoria, IL, this 2,000 acre zoological park is home to over 150 animals; that’s 50 different species that are native to Illinois. Our guests come to learn about wolves, bison, waterfowl, black bears, elk, cougars, otters and much more. You will enjoy the Park’s spectacular natural landscape and our many avenues of recreation: hiking, biking, fishing, and lodging, and a train ride, too! Plan your visit today…an adventure awaits! http://wildlifeprairiepark.org/

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153 - Peoria Area Food Bank
153 - Peoria Area Food Bank

Today on In the Neighborhood, Tim Johnson and Stacy Borho are visiting with Jeanette Wennmacher & Wayne Cannon of Peoria Area Food Bank

152 - Amy Jones, St.Jude and Noonday
152 - Amy Jones, St.Jude and Noonday

Tim Johnson and Stacy Borho get to know Amy Jones and her involvement in St.Jude. She shares her story as a St. Jude kid and introduces Tim and Stacy to Noonday, a company that's giving back all over the world.

151 - Heartline & Heart House
151 - Heartline & Heart House

Tim Johnson and Stacy Borho are joined by Brandi Gerber talk about Heartline & Heart House! Two ministries under one roof! Heartline helps those who are in a short term crisis needs. Heart House shelter helps those who are homeless or dealing with domestic violence in Woodford County.

150 - Common Place Family Learning Center
150 - Common Place Family Learning Center

Tim Johnson and Stacy Borho are joined by Patricia Moten, Adult Literacy Program Director, to hear all the great benefits of their programs.

149 - Central Illinois Riding Therapy (CIRT)
149 - Central Illinois Riding Therapy (CIRT)

Tim Johnson and guest host, Erin Mills, Talk with Jenna Walker from CIRT.

148 - I Spy A Wish
148 - I Spy A Wish

This is our show on I Spy A Wish. It's an event that benefits Make A Wish Illinois. Make-A-Wish. In The Neighborhood talks about Great organizations in the Peoria Area in Central Illinois. We explore the stories of Passionate People from our area and opportunities to volunteer and help make Peoria a better area.

147 - Senator Chuck Weaver
147 - Senator Chuck Weaver

Tim Johnson and Stacy Borho are joined by Chuck Weaver as he introduces Chama St Louis, a team leader for 1000#. Defining problems and finding solutions in our area... and how you can get involved.

146 - Hooked On Fishing
146 - Hooked On Fishing

This week Stacy and Tim talk with Dan Gannaway and Kurt White talk about Hooked on Fishing in East Peoria.

145 - Change the Heartland
145 - Change the Heartland

Tim Johnson and Stacy Borho catch up with Kate Herzel of Heartland Doulas about the nonprofit, Change the Heartland.

144 - St.Jude Runs
144 - St.Jude Runs

Love Corvettes and St Jude Children's Research Hospital? We’re joined by Andrew Black from St. Jude Rides - Peoria, Illinois to Memphis, TN - Corvette Drive. We also share footage from last weeks drive.

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