A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
This is a revised version of a “From the Local History Room”...
Jared L. Olar
August 3, 2018
This is a revised version of a “From the Local History Room”...
Jared L. Olar
July 27, 2018
This is a revised version of a “From the Local History Room”...
Jared L. Olar
July 13, 2018
This is a slightly revised version of one of our “From the...
Jared L. Olar
June 8, 2018
This is a revised version of one of our “From the Local...
Jared L. Olar
May 4, 2018
This is a slightly revised version of one of our “From the...
Jared L. Olar
April 27, 2018
This is a slightly revised version of one of our “From the...
Jared L. Olar
March 9, 2018
Here’s a chance to read one of our old Local History Room...
Jared L. Olar
October 12, 2017
Here’s a chance to read one of our old Local History Room...
Jared L. Olar
October 6, 2017
Here’s a chance to read one of our old Local History Room...
Jared L. Olar
July 19, 2017
Here’s a chance to read one of our old Local History Room...
Jared L. Olar
July 14, 2017
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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