The Peoria Woman - June 2008

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Dr. Kimberly Johnston
Methodist College of Nursing
Dr. Kimberly Johnston, a Pennsylvania native, has been President of the Methodist College of Nursing (MCON) since 2006, having previously served MCON as Interim Dean and Associate Dean/Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs. Before coming to Peoria, Dr. Johnston served in a variety of positions at hospitals and educational institutions in her native Pennsylvania, from teaching assistant to full-time nursing professor. She currently serves on the board of Planned Parenthood of Illinois and is a member of the Foundation Board for Methodist Medical Center of Illinois.
Features
Publisher's Note
Unparalleled Opportunities Still Abound

“The 1990s will bring her unparalleled opportunities: opportunities to contribute, to impact, to fulfill dreams­—socially, economically, creatively, spiritually…and so we launch The Peoria Woman…”

—from the premier issue of The Peoria Woman, February 1990

A Retrospective of Peoria Women
We would like to recognize the many women (more than 220!) who have been interviewed for our cover stories over the years, plus the many, many more featured in our articles and profiles.
The Peoria Woman: Interviews
A complete list of cover interviews from The Peoria Woman, from its inception in 1990 to the present.
Horan Construction, Inc.
Three Generations of Women Owners
This local construction company works on a broad range of projects—from multi-million dollar constructions to smaller jobs for clients in the educational, municipal, commercial, industrial, institutional, healthcare and recreation fields.
Garden Walk
High Point of the Season
The Peoria Garden Club will host its biennial Garden Walk this year from 10am to 7pm on June 12th.
Career
Ditch the Monthly TV Bill
- Shari Tripp
Satellite and cable services offer great programming, but for those of us who don’t have the time to watch, don’t feel that it’s worth the cost, or both, there is an alternative...
Health
Meniscal Tears—Not Just For Athletes
Have you ever experienced a “popping” sensation, followed by pain and tightness in the knee? If so, you may have a torn meniscus.
Mammogram Parties
The mammogram party has come into being as a way to encourage women to come together with family and/or friends to have their mammograms at the same time.
Lifestyle
Peoria Dogs Run Free
Dogs are naturally social, playful animals and having an open space where they can be free is critical to their well-being.
Senior Moments
I wondered why he followed me and sat down with obvious anticipation. What he thought he heard was that I was going to practice lap dancing. What a dreamer…
Ways to Remove Unwanted Hair
From brow designs to Brazilians, many individuals are interested in removing hair, temporarily or permanently.
Finance
Tips for Small Business During a Downturn
- J. Boger Hessing
If you’re like many small business owners, you may be experiencing economic volatility for the first time, and that can be daunting.
Warning Signs of Overspending
All of us have made impulsive purchases, but can we honestly gauge when our spending has gotten out of control? Are you one of the many Americans who feel helpless to resolve their problem of growing debt?