Rebecca Brumfield

Peoria

News Anchor at WMBD-TV (Peoria, IL)

News Anchor at WYZZ-TV (Peoria, IL)

Articles

Dr. Christopher Johnson: Helping men reach their full potential

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Rebecca Brumfield

Helping men unlock their full potential by caring about their physical and mental health. Inside Morton’s Springfield Clinic office, Dr. Christopher Johnson meets with a patient. He believes exercise, healthy eating, and positive relationships can be medicine. “150 minutes of moderate intensity a week with 2-4 strength-training sessions per week – your risk of death is decreased by 40%,” said Christopher Johnson, MD, FAAFP, CSCS.
Dad’s favorite: Wild West beans with fiery John Wayne whiskey

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Rebecca Brumfield

Wild West Trail Beans with Flaming John Wayne WhiskeyWe salute the Dads of the USA with my favorite Baked Beans recipe and my Dad’s favorite American!By Certified Executive Chef Mark Shoopman, CEC, CFBE of Lutheran Hillside Village.
Beth Crider retires, leaving a 30-year legacy in Peoria education

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Rebecca Brumfield

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — She’s off to retirement after giving a 30+ year career to education in Peoria County. Beth Crider began her teaching journey at Valeska Hinton Early Childhood Center and grew over 17 years there. She moved into leadership roles and then into administration. “Peoria County is really like a microcosm of the state of Illinois,” said Former Regional Superintendent Beth Crider. “You have your large city centered district.
Beth Crider retires, leaving a 30-year legacy in Peoria education

2 weeks ago | centralillinoisproud.com | Rebecca Brumfield

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — She’s off to retirement after giving a 30+ year career to education in Peoria County. Beth Crider began her teaching journey at Valeska Hinton Early Childhood Center and grew over 17 years there. She moved into leadership roles and then into administration. “Peoria County is really like a microcosm of the state of Illinois,” said Former Regional Superintendent Beth Crider. “You have your large city centered district.
Peoria’s Michelle Taylor focuses on trauma-sensitive learning

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Rebecca Brumfield

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — A trailblazer in education focusing on a trauma-sensitive and human-centered approaches for Peoria-area students. Michelle Taylor is the Vice President of Education at the Children’s Home Association of Illinois (CHAIL) in Peoria. She oversees Kiefer School and the Academy for Autism. Both schools serve students with autism from diverse backgrounds, providing them with a safe place to grow and navigate their challenges.
Rabbi Milkow champions open-mindedness in Jewish Heritage Month

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Rebecca Brumfield

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Working to create a safe place for those of the Jewish faith to find security, stability, and sureness. Rabbi Bryna Milkow is this week’s CI Hero. Inside Congregation Anshai Emeth in Peoria, Milkow spiritually leads and teaches her congregation which is one of three within Peoria. “It’s the best job in the world,” said Milkow. “I just love every day of doing my job. I love the diversity of it. I like the variety.
Sleep center pioneer Dr. Koh advocates for cultural diversity

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Rebecca Brumfield

NORMAL, Ill. (WMBD) — Dr. David Koh works to heal asthma, sleep apnea, narcolepsy, COPD, pediatric sleep disorders, and more. He helped pioneer the first two sleep centers in the Twin Cities. “I still remember one of the physician’s telling me, ‘oh, sleep apnea is a diagnosis of the 90s.
Dr. Koh pioneers sleep disorder treatment, cultural representation

1 month ago | centralillinoisproud.com | Rebecca Brumfield

NORMAL, Ill. (WMBD) — Dr. David Koh works to heal asthma, sleep apnea, narcolepsy, COPD, pediatric sleep disorders, and more. He helped pioneer the first two sleep centers in the Twin Cities. “I still remember one of the physician’s telling me, ‘oh, sleep apnea is a diagnosis of the 90s.
Peoria counselor honored for outstanding student support

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Rebecca Brumfield

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Michaura Pittman works every school day at Manual High to make sure she actively listens to her students. She wants them to feel seen and heard. “It’s pretty cool to be able to help them with their academics, help them socially and emotionally, as well as preparing for college,” said Counselor Michaura Pittman.
Gail Scachette: A 25-year advocate for children’s education

2 months ago | yahoo.com | Rebecca Brumfield

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Advocating for children and their educational needs. This week’s CI Hero has done this for her whole professional and personal career. Gail Scachette works for FamilyCore in Peoria. She’s been a part of this team for 25 years and counting. “If I could help just one child – it’s wonderful,” said FamilyCore’s Educational Liaison, Gail Scachette.