A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
As America’s Semiquincentennial year continues, and with the start of the new...
Jared L. Olar
August 20, 2026
This is a reprint of a “From the Local History Room” column...
Jared L. Olar
April 14, 2022
This is a reprint of a “From the Local History Room” column...
Jared L. Olar
February 22, 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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Read stories about the people, places, events, landmarks, businesses, and everyday moments that helped shape Pekin’s history.
