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1. City Hall armed-security proposal: The next council agenda includes a proposed two-year contract with AA Security Group, costing up to $195,650 annually for armed security at City Hall. The poster says supporting details weren’t yet available; members question whether additional security is necessary. View Post >

2. Community pickup help ending: tntrecycling says rising costs mean pickups are no longer being offered, leaving drop-off only. Another member thanked them for previously removing basement appliances and helping clear storm debris—a reminder of the practical assistance the community is losing. View Post >

3. Free streaming through the library: A member reports that Peoria Public Library participates in both Kanopy and Hoopla, giving library-card holders access to free streaming. They highlight Kanopy’s broad film selection, making this a potentially useful entertainment resource worth checking with the library. View Post >

4. Bradley entrance improvements—and street concerns: A thread highlights Bradley University’s new entrance being prepared for move-in. One commenter praises the project but sharply criticizes the condition of Main Street and surrounding approach roads, arguing they leave a poor impression on visiting families. View Post >

5. Concern over reported execution livestream: A member shared an article reporting that the Pentagon says the Fort Hood shooter’s firing-squad execution will be livestreamed. The poster strongly objects to making an execution a public spectacle. The supplied discussion provides no independent confirmation of the report. View Post >

6. Mail-in voting access debated: Members argue over mail-in voting, absentee ballots, early voting and possible federal immigration enforcement at polling places. Several emphasize access for disabled, elderly and working voters. The discussion identifies no specific enacted change to Illinois voting rules and supplies no evidence for allegations of cheating. View Post >

7. 10K training continues despite illness: AverageSue reports completing a three-mile training outing while sick. Although slower than hoped, they’re satisfied with the effort as preparation continues for their next 10K. View Post >

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