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Adios Peoria

James Brosher — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 21:47:22 +0000

Today is my last day as an intern. Next week, I start my first full-time job as a staff photographer at the Wyoming Tribune Eagle in Cheyenne, Wyoming. This internship has been a great learning opportunity, but now I’m excited to be heading west soon for my next adventure. Before I leave, I thought I’d take a look back at a few of my favorite images from my internship in Peoria.

Ongina reacts as a man stuffs money down her bra during a drag performance of Lady Gaga’s “Bad Romance” on Sunday, Sept. 12, 2010, at the Peoria Pride Festival on the Riverfront. (James Brosher/Peoria Journal-Star)

Marion English looks skyward as she tracks the flight path of her balloon as it sails southwest over the Interstate 74 bridge during a launch as part of the National Day of Remembrance on Sunday, Sept. 26, 2010, at the RiverPlex. English was on hand to remember her 19-year-old niece Jasmine Brittine who was fatally shot on March 21, 2010. (James Brosher/Peoria Journal-Star)

Jim Patterson looks out his driver side window to see as he uses a truck to mash down mud on the track on Saturday, Sept. 18, 2010, at Peoria Speedway. Rain throughout the day made the track too sloppy for racing, forcing some drivers to use their pick ups to help dry and smooth out the track. (James Brosher/Peoria Journal-Star)

Despite her best effort to hide behind her sled, Chloe McCabe, age 9, still gets pummeled by a snow ball from Evie Fornoff, age 8, during a winter break camp for kids out of school for the holidays on Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010, in Pekin, Ill. Temperatures in the mid 30s made for ideal sledding, snow ball fighting and snowman building conditions for the youngsters. (James Brosher/Peoria Journal-Star)

Mike Schachtrup watches out the windshield as he combines a field of corn on Monday, Oct. 11, 2010, near the intersection of Alta Lane and Radnor Road. Schachtrup farms about 6,000 acres in Peoria, Tazewell, Knox and Warren counties with his brothers including this 70-acre field northwest of Peoria. (James Brosher/Peoria Journal-Star)

East Peoria’s Allison Schartman keeps an eye on the ball as she prepares to send it sailing over the net on a serve during the Class 3A regional semi-final on Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010, in Morton. East Peoria won. (James Brosher/Peoria Journal-Star)

Brothers Matthew Williams, left, age 5, and Keaton Williams, age 3, share a few laughs as they ride motorcycles and honk the horns on a ride on Thursday, Sept. 9, 2010, at the Fall Festival in Elmwood, Ill. (James Brosher/Peoria Journal-Star)

Todd Bennett reaches inside his race car before hopping in to take a few laps around the track on Saturday, Sept. 18, 2010, at Peoria Speedway. (James Brosher/Peoria Journal-Star)

Sophia Jefferson performs a gospel song during the Gospel Jubilee on Sunday, Oct. 17, 2010, at the Riverside Community Church. The program, sponsored by the Peoria Area Community Events, featured local musicians and speakers. (James Brosher/Peoria Journal-Star)

Milwaukee Admirals goalie Jeremy Smith dives to cover up a puck that came dangerously close to the Milwaukee goal during the second period of a game against the Rivermen on Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010, at Carver Arena. Milwaukee won 5-4 in overtime. (James Brosher/Peoria Journal-Star)

Weezer frontman Rivers Cuomo performs on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2010, at Bradley University. (James Brosher/Peoria Journal-Star)

New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez (6) reacts as he tries to avoid a sack from Chicago Bears defensive tackle Israel Idonije (71) during the second half of a game on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, in Chicago. Chicago won 38-34. (James Brosher/Peoria Journal-Star)

Karl Schmidt, a World War II veteran and Marine who served in the Battle of Iwo Jima in 1945, holds a piece of cake as one of the oldest Marines in attendance at a Semper Fi Fish Fry on Sunday, Nov. 7, 2010, at Kelleher’s Irish Pub. The event featured a formal Marine cake cutting ceremony in which guests of honor, the oldest Marine and youngest Marine receive pieces of cake cut by a Mameluke sword. (James Brosher/Peoria Journal-Star)

Peoria Notre Dame senior Molly Dahlquist looks to make a run at the state cross country title this year following setbacks in past years. (James Brosher/Peoria Journal-Star)

A performer dances to a Bharatanatyam, a traditional and classical Indian dance, during a show on Sunday, Oct. 17, 2010, at the Hindu Temple of Central Illinois. The performer, who is blind, was performing with a troupe from the Shree Ramana Maharishi Academy for the Blind in India. (James Brosher/Peoria Journal-Star)

Peoria Heights’ Zach Wilson (54) peeks out at the court as teammate Jon Lowry, right, holds the ball ready to lead the team out of the locker room before a game against Beardstown on Friday, Dec. 3, 2010, in Peoria Heights. (James Brosher/Peoria Journal-Star)

Bradley keeper Brian Billings reacts after making a save during penalty kicks in the Missouri Valley Conference championship game against SIU Edwardsville on Sunday, Nov. 14, 2010, at Shea Stadium. Bradley won 4-3 in penalty kicks after playing two overtime periods. (James Brosher/Peoria Journal-Star)

Lewistown High School’s Darth Winkler is the 2010 Small School Football Player of the Year for the Peoria Journal Star. (James Brosher/Peoria Journal-Star)

Peoria Rivermen defender Brennan Evans (44) advances the puck as he skates through the Lake Erie defense during a game on Sunday, Dec. 19, 2010, at Carver Arena. Peoria won 4-0. (James Brosher/Peoria Journal-Star)

Notre Dame’s Max Bielfeldt, right, celebrates with his team after a 78-64 win against Lombard Glenbard East in the large school championship game of the State Farm Holiday Classic on Thursday, Dec. 30, 2010, in Bloomington, Ill. Bielfeldt was named to the all-tournament team after the victory. (James Brosher/Peoria Journal-Star)

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Bradley-Wichita State basketball

James Brosher — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 07:42:23 +0000

Bradley guard Dyricus Simms-Edwards drives into the lane between two Wichita State defenders during a game on Saturday, Jan. 1, 2011, at Carver Arena.

Wichita State forward/center J.T. Durley (31) puts up a shot in front of Bradley forward Jordan Prosser (44) and guard Jake Eastman during a game on Saturday, Jan. 1, 2011, at Carver Arena in Peoria, Ill.

Bradley guard Dodie Dunson calls the play to his teammates as he takes the ball up the court in front of Wichita State guard Toure' Murry during a game on Saturday, Jan. 1, 2011, at Carver Arena.

Wichita State guard Toure' Murry (23) and forward/center J.T. Durley, left, defend a shot from Bradley guard Andrew Warren during a free throw during the second half of a game on Saturday, Jan. 1, 2011, at Carver Arena in Peoria, Ill.

Wichita State guard David Kyles guards Bradley guard Dodie Dunson during a game on Saturday, Jan. 1, 2011, at Carver Arena.

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Fire destroys Haddad’s Supermarket in West Peoria

James Brosher — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 23:03:40 +0000

West Peoria firefighters work on Saturday, Jan. 1, 2011, at the scene of a fire that destroyed the Haddad's Supermarket in West Peoria. Firefighters arrived on the scene shortly after 11 p.m. on Friday and battled the blaze for several hours through the night. On New Year's Day morning, rubble was all that remained of the supermarket, which had been in West Peoria since 1964.

A West Peoria firefighter surveys the scene of a fire on Saturday, Jan. 1, 2011, at the Haddad's Supermarket in West Peoria. A blaze destroyed the building late Friday evening.

Cans of soda are seen among the rubble on Saturday, Jan. 1, 2011, at the site of the Haddad's Supermarket in West Peoria.

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Rivermen-Admirals hockey

James Brosher — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 05:30:42 +0000

Guess it’s fitting that my first and last assignments of 2010 were sports. The paper had an extremely early deadline for color photos this evening (8 p.m.) so I unfortunately couldn’t stay longer than the first period. When possible, I always try to stay to the very end of sporting events to give myself more opportunities to make pictures. As I was leaving, the team scored two goals. Just my luck.

Peoria Rivermen defender Nathan Oystrick (20) plays Milwaukee Admirals Center Mark Van Guilder (29) for control of the puck during a game on Friday, Dec. 31, 2010, at Carver Arena.

Peoria Rivermen left wing Stefan Della Rovere, middle, looks to play the puck between Milwaukee Admirals centers Jamie Lundmark (21) and Blake Geoffrion (5) during a game on Friday, Dec. 31, 2010, at Carver Arena.

Peoria Rivermen defender Ian Cole reacts as he collides into the boards with Milwaukee Admirals right wing Mike Bartlett during a game on Friday, Dec. 31, 2010, at Carver Arena.

Milwaukee Admirals defender Roman Josi, right controls the puck during a game against Peoria on Friday, Dec. 31, 2010, at Carver Arena.

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Peoria nursery seeks volunteers

James Brosher — Fri, 31 Dec 2010 22:37:21 +0000

Looking at this photo, how can you say no to volunteering for them? This is from an assignment to illustrate a broader story about charitable giving in 2010. This nursery – the Crisis Nursery at the Crittenton Centers – is in desperate need of volunteers. According to the nursery’s website, volunteers “assist staff and help provide emotional support for children by rocking, holding, talking, and help children in activities including art projects, story telling, singing, reading aloud, playing, eating, etc.” For the next few days, the nursery is operating with a skeleton staff since no volunteers have signed up for the holiday weekend. If you want to volunteer, you can learn more here.

Zyriah Ellis, 5 months old, looks back as Donna Ashley, director of the Crittenton Centers Crisis Nursery in Peoria, reads a book to the youngster on Friday, Dec. 31, 2010, at the nursery. The center is in need of volunteers to help care for the children at the nursery, said Ashley, who was one of a handful of employees manning the nursery without volunteers on Friday.

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Peoria Notre Dame wins State Farm Holiday Classic

James Brosher — Fri, 31 Dec 2010 09:11:26 +0000

Notre Dame's Max Bielfeldt, right, celebrates with his team after a 78-64 win against Lombard Glenbard East in the large school championship game of the State Farm Holiday Classic on Thursday, Dec. 30, 2010, in Bloomington, Ill. Bielfeldt was named to the all-tournament team after the victory.

Glenbard East's Johnny Hill (44) grabs a rebound away from Notre Dame's Nate Bell (3) during the championship game in the State Farm Holiday Classic on Thursday, Dec. 30, 2010, in Bloomington, Ill.

Glenbard East's Zach Miller (32) goes in for a lay up during the championship game in the State Farm Holiday Classic on Thursday, Dec. 30, 2010, in Bloomington, Ill.

Glenbard East's Kevin Priebe (4) reacts as the ball flies through his hands during the championship game in the State Farm Holiday Classic on Thursday, Dec. 30, 2010, in Bloomington, Ill.

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2010 Year in Sports Pictures

James Brosher — Wed, 29 Dec 2010 19:05:02 +0000

Just like most photographers, I shoot a ton of sports. This year was no exception. Compared to the past few years, it seems like I shot a wider variety of sports this year than usual. I shot a few sports I had never photographed before including hockey, golf and soccer. So continuing with the year in review posts, here are my 15 favorite sports shots from this year.

James Poscascio, a freshman at Butler, watches the action between his fingers during a viewing party of the Duke-Butler national championship game on Monday, April 5, 2010, at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

Indiana forward Bobby Capobianco, right, reaches out to grab a rebound in front of Illinois center Mike Tisdale during the second half of IU's 66-60 loss to Illinois on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2010, at Assembly Hall.

Bushland players Monty McCasland, left, and Thomas Cleveland share a moment in the dugout after a loss in the Class 2A state championship game at the University of Texas on Thursday, June 10, 2010.

Bradley keeper Brian Billings dives to make a save in penalty kicks overtime in the Missouri Valley Conference championship game against SIU-Edwardsville on Sunday, Nov. 14, 2010, at Shea Stadium.

Black Key Bulls rider Ren-Jay Shei makes his way through turn three during Little 500 Individual Time Trials on Wednesday, March 31, 2010, at Bill Armstrong Stadium.

Indiana coach Tom Crean waits for player introductions to begin before a game on Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010, at Assembly Hall.

Ryan Colpaart, of Austin, cheers on the Netherlands as he watches the World Cup final from Fado Irish Pub on Sunday, July 11, 2010. Spain defeated the Netherlands 1-0 for its first World Cup title.

Teter rider Dana Vandergenugten, middle, celebrates with her teammates after winning the Women's Little 500 on Friday, April 23, 2010, at Bill Armstrong Stadium. It was Teter's first win since 2005.

Peoria Rivermen right wing Graham Mink (21) eyes the puck as it leaves the ice in front of Milwaukee Admirals defender Jonathon Blum during a game on Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010, at Carver Arena.

Tomball players show their disappointment after falling to Bowie 9-1 in the Class 5A softball semifinal at the University of Texas on Friday, June 4, 2010.

Indiana guard Jordan Hulls takes the ball up the court during a game against Franklin on Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2010, at Assembly Hall in Bloomington, Ind.

Lewistown High School's Darth Winkler is the 2010 Small School Football Player of the Year for the Peoria Journal Star.

Iowa's Zach McCool (25) watches as a singer performs the National Anthem despite a sudden heavy rain shower before a game against Indiana on Friday, April 16, 2010, at Sembower Field. The game was postponed until Saturday due to rain and thunderstorms in the area.

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State Farm Holiday Classic

James Brosher — Tue, 28 Dec 2010 06:11:56 +0000

After a day in the snow and cold weather on Sunday, I retreated today to the friendly confines of some of the darkest gyms in the world … or at least it seemed that way. I shot a large boys and girls basketball tournament over in Bloomington, Ill. This first game was in the morning and the second game was a few hours later. It ended up being one of those hurry up and wait kind of days along with my second consecutive work day were I logged 11 or more hours on the clock. For all the stuff I shot, my three favorites came in the second game. I got a little creative (bored) and tried some panning since there were some bright spots of color in the background.

Peoria Notre Dame's Katie Schuler dives after a loose ball during a game against Sterling in the State Farm Holiday Classic on Monday, Dec. 27, 2010, in Bloomington, Ill. Notre Dame won 52-44.

Sterling's Kaitlon Busser, left, leads a fast break during a game against Peoria Notre Dame in the State Farm Holiday Classic on Monday, Dec. 27, 2010, in Bloomington, Ill. Notre Dame won 52-44.

Peoria Notre Dame's Jenny Coughlon navigates through the Sterling defense during a game in the State Farm Holiday Classic on Monday, Dec. 27, 2010, in Bloomington, Ill.

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Christmas outtake

James Brosher — Mon, 27 Dec 2010 06:37:37 +0000

Being that I’m the low man (intern) in the photo department, I worked on Christmas this year. My second assignment Christmas morning was to photograph the scene over at the South Side Mission where volunteers were preparing meals to deliver to the needy along with an in-house meal. Because of an earlier assignment, I showed up at the mission as they were preparing to serve the in-house meal in the afternoon. I shot this feature of a guy reading our newspaper as he waited for the meal to start. What struck me about it is that it’s a desk chair without a desk. It’s kind of a quirky little thing that I noticed.

Steven Johnston, of Farmington, relaxes as he reads a Journal Star before the start of a in-house Christmas meal on Saturday, Dec. 25, 2010, at the South Side Mission.

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Bears-Jets NFL football

James Brosher — Mon, 27 Dec 2010 05:49:40 +0000

Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler (6) runs the ball in for a touchdown in front of New York Jets linebacker Bryan Thomas (58) during the first half of a game on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, in Chicago.

Chicago Bears safety Danieal Manning (38) jumps over a blocker on a kickoff return during the first half of a game on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, in Chicago.

A member of the Chicago Bears drumline tries to stay warm in the cold and snow during the first half of the Bears-Jets game on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, in Chicago.

New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez (6) hands off to running back Shonn Greene (23) in the snow during the first half of a game on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, in Chicago.

New York Jets linebacker David Harris (52) applies pressure to Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler during a game on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, in Chicago. Chicago won 38-34.

Chicago Bears wide receiver Devin Hester (23) celebrates with teammate Matt Forte after Hester caught a touchdown pass during a game on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, in Chicago. Chicago won 38-34.

Chicago Bears wide receiver Johnny Knox drops a pass after a hit from New York Jets safety Brodney Pool during a game on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, in Chicago. Chicago won 38-34.

New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez (6) looks to pass during a game on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, in Chicago. Chicago won 38-34.

Chicago Bears cornerback Tim Jennings (26) celebrates a game-clinching interception late in the second half of a game on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, in Chicago. Chicago won 38-34.

New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez (6) directs the offense during a game on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, in Chicago. Chicago won 38-34.

Chicago Bears defensive end Julius Peppers (90) runs onto the field during player introductions before a game on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, in Chicago. Chicago won 38-34.

Chicago Bears wide receiver Devin Hester (23) tries to break away from New York Jets cornerback Darrelle Revis, right, and cornerback Dwight Lowery during a game on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, in Chicago. Chicago won 38-34.

New York Jets safety Brodney Pool (22) reacts after linebacker Calvin Pace (97) was flagged for pass interference during a game on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, in Chicago. Chicago won 38-34.

New York Jets running back LaDainian Tomlinson (21) slips and goes down in the backfield as he looks to cut back up field during a game on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, in Chicago. Chicago won 38-34.

Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler (6) pumps his fist after kneeling on the ball to run out the clock during a 38-34 win over the New York Jets on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, in Chicago.

New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez (6) looks to pass as snow falls during a game on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, in Chicago. Chicago won 38-34.

Chicago Bears running back Matt Forte (22) rushes the ball during a game on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, in Chicago. Chicago won 38-34.

New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez (6) rolls out off of a play action fake during a game on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, in Chicago. Chicago won 38-34.

Chicago Bears tight end Greg Olsen (82) tries to make a catch as New York Jets safety Brodney Pool (22) falls to the field during a game on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, in Chicago. Chicago won 38-34.

New York Jets wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery (89) tries to break away from Chicago Bears' Major Wright (27), Corey Graham (21) and Brian Iwuh (52) during a game on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, in Chicago. Chicago won 38-34.

Chicago Bears wide receiver Devin Hester (23) eludes New York Jets' James Ihedigbo (44), Brodney Pool (22) and Tanner Purdum (46) on a punt return during a game on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, in Chicago. Chicago won 38-34.

Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler (6) tries to avoid a sack from New York Jets linebacker Calvin Pace (97) during a game on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, in Chicago. Chicago won 38-34.

Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler (6) tries to shed off New York Jets cornerback Marquice Cole (34) during a game on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, in Chicago. Chicago won 38-34.

Chicago Bears cornerback Corey Graham (21) drags down New York Jets wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery (89) during a game on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, in Chicago. Chicago won 38-34.

Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler pumps his fist as running back Matt Forte (22) breaks a long run during a game on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010, in Chicago. Chicago won 38-34.

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