Results for "Community Spirit"

The Illusion of Community: Why Sunnyside's Lighted Parade Hides a Deeper Suburban Decay
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The Illusion of Community: Why Sunnyside's Lighted Parade Hides a Deeper Suburban Decay

Behind the glitter of the 12th annual Kids Lighted Parade lies the uncomfortable truth about manufactured local entertainment and modern suburban identity.

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James Jones
The Hidden Cost of East Peoria's 'Second Chance' Small Business Saturday: Is This A Lifeline or A Slow Death Sentence?
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The Hidden Cost of East Peoria's 'Second Chance' Small Business Saturday: Is This A Lifeline or A Slow Death Sentence?

East Peoria's unusual move to grant a 'second chance' for Small Business Saturday reveals a deeper truth about local economic dependency and retail fatigue.

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Richard Martinez