Peoria, AZ
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About Peoria
- • Singer Jordin Sparks, winner of American Idol season six, was raised in Peoria.
- • The 'Peoria Sunrise' cocktail, blending tequila, grenadine, and orange juice, originated in the city's bars.
- • Agriculture and citrus groves initially put Peoria on the map in the late 19th century.
- • Peoria is home to the New River, which is usually dry but can flood dramatically during monsoon season.
- • The 1905 New River flood reshaped Peoria's landscape and spurred flood control efforts.
- • Named in 1886 by settlers from Peoria, Illinois, hoping for a similar fertile land.
- • With over 190,000 residents, it's larger than Tempe but smaller than Mesa.
- • At 1,145 feet, the elevation gives Peoria stunning views of the surrounding desert.
- • Healthcare and retail are major employment sectors in Peoria, reflecting its suburban character.
- • Peoria feels like a comfortable, growing suburb with a strong sense of community.
- • The Seattle Mariners and San Diego Padres hold spring training at the Peoria Sports Complex.
- • The Peoria Sports Complex hosted World Baseball Classic games in 2006 and 2013.