A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
Next Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023, the Friends of the Pekin Public Library...
Jared L. Olar
October 12, 2023
As we have proceeded through this series on the history of the...
Jared L. Olar
August 12, 2021
With the completion and dedication of the new Pekin Public Library and...
Jared L. Olar
July 22, 2021
Last week we recalled the visit of U.S. President Gerald R. Ford...
Jared L. Olar
July 15, 2021
In the previous installment of our ongoing series on the history of...
Jared L. Olar
June 3, 2021
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.
