A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
As we recalled last week, the same year that Pekin voted to...
Jared L. Olar
April 11, 2024
The Tazewell County Courthouse in downtown Pekin celebrated its 100th birthday just...
Jared L. Olar
August 12, 2016
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.
From the Archives
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Read stories about the people, places, events, landmarks, businesses, and everyday moments that helped shape Pekin’s history.
