A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
The date was Aug. 4, 1964. The time was just before noon....
Jared L. Olar
October 29, 2020
Last week we took a look at the community of Schaeferville, situated...
Jared L. Olar
May 3, 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.
