Bradley’s Capital Plan Creating Excitement

Bradley’s Capital Plan Creating Excitement

By Mary Ann Knell on August 25th, 2010

Bradley University’s five-year, $150 million capital plan is just over 2 years in motion and the projects underway are changing the face of the entire campus.  Fall Semester starts today and the incoming freshman as well as returning sophomores, juniors and seniors are witnessing the development blossom right before their eyes.  Just around $100 million in [...]


Warehouse District Redevelopment Efforts

Warehouse District Redevelopment Efforts

By Mary Ann Knell on August 5th, 2010

Aged and neglected buildings overwhelm the WareHouse District south of Downtown Peoria.  According to John Sharp of the Peora Journal Star, “The district was the most active of the city’s tax-increment financing districts during 2009.  There were six old buildings within the three-year-old district included within redevelopment agreements last year, according to a city analysis that accompanied [...]


Parade of Homes Features Greenville Park

Parade of Homes Features Greenville Park

By Mary Ann Knell on June 18th, 2010

The time has come!   Please join us at the top of Springfield Road and Mabee Avenue in East Peoria to celebrate the annual Parade of Homes on June 19-20 and 26-27 from 1-5 p.m.  East Peoria’s Greenville Park is now showcased with its first model home, 301 Peace Field Lane.  This charming 2 story home was [...]


Medical School and Community Continue to Grow

Medical School and Community Continue to Grow

By Mary Ann Knell on May 21st, 2010

It’s no secret, Peoria is home to a highly-regarded and world-class medical community.  According to the area’s hospital officials, Peoria’s continued strength and growth as a medical authority is largely attributed to the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria.  Dr. Sara Rusch, MD is the only regional female dean at the University of [...]


Peoria Height's Development Flourishing

By Mary Ann Knell on April 16th, 2010

There is no question, It’s truly Happening in The Heights.  Commercial development in Peoria Heights seems to have weathered the economic storm.  According to Scott Hilyard of The Journal Star, “three businesses will be opening in the coming weeks in the village’s seemingly recession-proof business district on Prospect Road.”  “The Heights” has always been popular [...]

Greenville Park Grand Opening – A Triumph

By Mary Ann Knell on April 2nd, 2010

This past weekend we experienced a positive response at the Grand Opening of East Peoria’s Greenville Park at the top of Springfield Road and Mabee Avenue.  Our goal was to increase the exposure of “East Peoria’s Best Kept Secret” and we believe we were successful.  Greenville Park is a residential development with beautiful wooded homesites ranging from [...]

Coldwell Banker Honors The Knell Group

By Mary Ann Knell on March 9th, 2010

Leading the way into 2010…Coldwell Banker names The Knell Group Illinois’ #1 Selling Team in 2009.  We are proud of our success and accolades and want to extend our thanks to our clients.  Holding the #1 title for Coldwell Banker’s Illinois market is an a great accomplishment.  All the acknowledgements are directly related to your confidence, [...]

Academic Achievement Abounds In Peoria

By Mary Ann Knell on March 4th, 2010

State honor roll awards were featured in the Peoria Journal Star recognizing “high poverty, high-performing schools.  In all, 425 schools statewide received the award.  At least half the students are from low-income families and at least 70 percent must be passing the state achievement tests in both reading and mathematics.”  In 2009, the Tri-County Area [...]

Trailcreek Estates – Private Life of Luxury

By Mary Ann Knell on February 19th, 2010

Seven private single-family condominium parcels are now available in prestigious Trailcreek Estates.  Act Now…two single-family condominiums, 1026 Applewood Lane and 7510 Walnut Bend Drive, are currently under contract.  Enjoy a maintenance-free life of luxury in this conveniently located premier development.  Truly an amazing value in an exclusive location.  Contact The Knell Group for additional information and lot [...]

East Peoria's Greenville Park Model Home Nearing Completion

By Mary Ann Knell on February 15th, 2010

East Peoria’s Greenville Park located at the top of Springfield Road and Mabee Avenue is nearing the completion of its first model home, 301 Peace Field Lane.  This charming 2 story home is being constructed by C & L Homes and is projected to be completed within the next 30 days.  Boasting beautiful decor selections and amenities [...]