A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
The year 2026 has been an opportunity for the United States of...
Jared L. Olar
September 10, 2026
Judging from the number of “likes” and “shares” on Facebook and Twitter,...
Jared L. Olar
November 28, 2015
Probably few Pekin residents have ever heard of the city’s little suburb...
Jared L. Olar
October 22, 2015
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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Read stories about the people, places, events, landmarks, businesses, and everyday moments that helped shape Pekin’s history.
