A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
The building at 437 Court St. – known to longtime Pekin residents...
Jared L. Olar
September 28, 2023
Here’s a chance to read again one of our old Local History...
Jared L. Olar
May 21, 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.
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Read stories about the people, places, events, landmarks, businesses, and everyday moments that helped shape Pekin’s history.
