A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
With Veterans Day approaching in not many more days, it seems a...
Jared L. Olar
November 5, 2026
Our nation this weekend will mark the 82th anniversary of the Empire...
Jared L. Olar
December 5, 2024
As Pekin’s Bicentennial Year continues and we now find ourselves in Black...
Jared L. Olar
February 8, 2024
This is a reprint of a “From the Local History Room” column...
Jared L. Olar
November 14, 2020
About nine years ago, “From the History Room” recalled the original Pekin...
Jared L. Olar
June 19, 2020
Our nation this week marked the 77th anniversary of the Empire of...
Jared L. Olar
December 7, 2018
Here’s a chance to read again one of our old Local History...
Jared L. Olar
May 21, 2016
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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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