A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
Since the spring of 2022, the historic 407 Court St. building has...
Jared L. Olar
May 1, 2024
In 2019, Ashley and Russell Spencer opened a bar and grill in...
Jared L. Olar
April 12, 2024
The buildings in Pekin’s historic downtown range in age from about a...
Jared L. Olar
March 6, 2024
Among the historic buildings in Pekin’s old downtown is a structure at...
Jared L. Olar
February 27, 2024
Those who patronize Maquet’s Rail House at 221 Court St. not only...
Jared L. Olar
August 10, 2023
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.
