A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
Perhaps the most notable of all the Revolutionary War Patriots who are...
Jared L. Olar
October 22, 2026
Following up on our nation’s celebration of its 250th birthday this Independence...
Jared L. Olar
July 30, 2026
For Tazewell County, the Juneteenth holiday during the American Semiquincentennial year of...
Jared L. Olar
June 25, 2026
During this year of the U.S. Semiquincentennial, it is an opportune time...
Jared L. Olar
February 19, 2026
In a previous post here, we looked into the historical accounts and legends...
Jared L. Olar
March 21, 2024
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
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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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