A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
Among the notables of Pekin’s past is a man whose remarkable career...
Jared L. Olar
November 21, 2024
A few weeks ago, this column recalled the death of Tazewell County...
Jared L. Olar
October 16, 2015
As was reported last month in the Pekin Daily Times, the Tazewell...
Jared L. Olar
September 18, 2015
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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