PIA Gets Tower Funds
Peoria International Airport is getting a new control towercontrol tower.
Rep. Eric Sorensen (D-IL) announced yesterday a $30 million federal grant for the project.
Groundbreaking is expected in July
- David P. Jordan
Black Band Distillery Expands to ex-Cat Tire!
Black Band Distillery, presently operating at 1000 SW Adams Street, is planning to expand to the vacant property at 2400 SW Washington Street. That is according to WCBU News . Although the article omits it, this property has a long history with the local distilling industry. National Cooperage & Woodenware Co. constructed a plant there in 1900, though a predecessor apparently had begun barrel making operations there c. 1885. This firm survived Prohibition (1920-1933) because the barrels could also be used for packing corn syrup, condensed milk, cider, vinegar, liquid chemicals, flavoring extracts, etc. Hiram Walker & Sons, which purchased one-third to one-half of its production, gained control of National Cooperage in 1946. A new four-story expansion began in the fall of 1964 only to be destroyed by a tornado on September 14, 1965. Operations resumed at the start of 1966 and the entire plant was replaced in 1967-1968. Changing economics led to closure in 1972. Caterpillar Tra
Much needed, although the exterior design is ‘ fugly ’ . On the other hand, most ATCTs resemble old Prison Guard Towers. Therefore, it can be argued that PIA’s upcoming (new) Control Tower won’t really be much different.
ReplyDeleteYeah, the new towers lack the style of the good old days, but I'm sure controllers will like the new facilities.
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