A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
“Citizens of Pekin, here your daily is!” With these words, the Pekin...
Jared L. Olar
January 17, 2020
This is a revised reprint of a “From the Local History Room”...
Jared L. Olar
January 10, 2020
This is a slightly revised reprint of a “From the Local History...
Jared L. Olar
January 3, 2020
This is a reprint of a “From the Local History Room” column...
Jared L. Olar
December 27, 2019
A query regarding the automobile dealerships that once plied their trade in...
Jared L. Olar
December 20, 2019
This is a reprint of a “From the Local History Room” column...
Jared L. Olar
December 13, 2019
About a month ago we recalled the drilling of the artesian well...
Jared L. Olar
December 6, 2019
This is a reprint of a “From the Local History Room” column...
Jared L. Olar
November 29, 2019
As announced in the Pekin Daily Times last month, Pekin’s historic Second...
Jared L. Olar
November 22, 2019
This is a reprint of a “From the Local History Room” column...
Jared L. Olar
November 20, 2019
Of all the many wars that the United States has fought in...
Jared L. Olar
November 15, 2019
This is a reprint of a “From the Local History Room” column...
Jared L. Olar
November 8, 2019
From the Archives
Read stories about the people, places, events, landmarks, businesses, and everyday moments that helped shape Pekin’s history. Each article offers a closer look at the community’s past while preserving the local stories and experiences that connect generations.
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