2024 TAZEWELL COUNTY YEARBOOK RELEASED — 2024 Tazewell County Yearbook Brings Recognition To 250th Birthday Of Governor Littleton Tazewell, Whom Tazewell County Is Named After

The Tazewell County Clerk & Recorder of Deeds Office released the 2024 Tazewell County Yearbook, a yearly publication that provides the public with the contact information for all Tazewell County Government Officials, Offices, and Departments along with all Tazewell County Municipality, Township, School Board, and Political Party Officials Read More »

PCHS Sends off Senior Class

With the school year ending and summer on its way, Pekin Community High School sends off their seniors with a multitude of fun activities. Read More »

2024 Pekin Marigold Festival – Jimmy John’s Medallion Hunt

Every year at the end of August, Pekin’s amateur detectives and determined sleuths prepare for the 2024 Pekin Marigold Festival Jimmy John’s Medallion Hunt. Read More »

Veterans Parade and Street Fair

Mark your calendars for June 15th, 2024, as Pekin honors its Veterans during the kickoff to the Downtown Street Fair! Starting at 10am, the parade will make its way down Court Street, culminating at the stage on the corner of Court Street and Capitol Street. Read More »

Pekin Park District Commissioner Is Chairman of Leading Statewide Association for Parks

Gary Gillis, commissioner of the Pekin Park District, has been elected Chairman of the Illinois Association of Park Districts’ (IAPD) Board of Trustees. Read More »

How Long Will Your Home Comfort Last?

Living in Illinois, your HVAC system endures hot summers and cold winters. But how long can you expect your air conditioner (AC), furnace, and water heater to keep you comfortable? Read More »

Business Spotlight – The Five B’s Liquidation and Crafts

Jennifer and James started the “Five B’s Liquidation and Crafts” in 2023 and in May they moved to their new location at 602 Fifth St. in Pekin. Read More »

The Health Benefits of Line Dancing

BODY: The Physical Benefits of dance can’t be understated. It’s an accessible art form and physical activity that’s available to all ages whether you’re a newbie or a pro. Read More »

Tazewell County Health Department – Set to Open New Building on Broadway Street in Pekin in Late 2024

Tazewell County Health Department (TCHD) is excited to announce the impending opening of a new facility to better serve the Tazewell County community. Read More »

In Search of History… June 2024

The next meeting of the Tazewell County Genealogical and Historical Society will be Tuesday, June 11th at 7pm when John Ackerman, Tazewell County Clerk and Recorder, will be our guest speaker. The public is invited. Read More »

Explore More Illinois: Uncovering Hidden Gems Across the State with Your Library Card

Adventure starts at your library, and summertime offers the perfect opportunity to go on an adventure! Read More »

Kiwanis Club of Pekin

Kiwanis Club of Pekin was founded May 24, 1920. With over 100 years of serving the children of the world here in Pekin, IL, Kiwanis Club of Pekin continues to find creative ways to meet the needs of our community. Read More »

Students Awarded Certificates of Recognition

On May 13, 2024, State Representative Travis Weaver paid a visit to Pekin Community High School to honor five outstanding students with Certificates of Recognition. Read More »

Heroes Among Us – Baylee Gambetti: Blooming Where She Was Planted

Marigolds border on the sacred in Pekin. From the City of Pekin and Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce logos, to the annual Marigold Festival, this humble yellow flower has achieved iconic status in the hearts, minds, and window boxes of Pekin residents. Read More »

Scout On In Central Illinois – It’s Summer, and That Means Summer Camp!

It’s summer, and that means one thing for Scouts across Central Illinois. Summer camp! For Cub Scouts (grades K to 5) it’s day camp — five days jam-packed with archery, BB guns, games, crafts, silly songs, demonstrations, and tons of outdoor fun. Read More »

Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce - June 2024

We are excited to host the Downtown Concert Series again this summer, on behalf of Discover Pekin. Bands have been selected by the City of Pekin Tourism Committee and will be featured during these fun Saturday evening events. Read More »

Rotary Club News

On Tuesday, May 14 Pekin Rotary held its annual Scholastic Awards Night. Held in Pekin High’s F.M. Peterson Theater, Rotary recognized the Top 10% scholastically performing 8th Grade students from Pekin District 108 and all of its feeder schools. Read More »

YWCA of Pekin’s – Annual Women’s Recognition Day

On May 2nd, 2024 over 150 community members came together to celebrate the YWCA of Pekin’s Annual Women’s Recognition Day. Read More »

From the History Room – The Men of the 29th: The Story of the 29th U.S. Colored Infantry, and Its Ties to Pekin

With the approach of the Juneteenth holiday, it is a fitting time to recall the story of the 29th U.S. Colored Infantry, which was Illinois’ only African-American regiment during the Civil War. Read More »

A Word from Mayor Mary – Stay Safe and Have Fun This Summer!

You can hardly drive through Pekin and not see one of our infrastructure projects going on. With school letting out for the summer, there will be more (and younger) drivers on the road, so I and the entire City ask that everyone please be especially careful during the heaviest part of our construction season. Read More »

History Markers for Pekin’s Historic Buildings

To celebrate Pekin’s Bicentennial we are promoting our town’s historic buildings by creating Bicentennial History Markers that will be fixated to the exterior of participating buildings. Read More »

Pekin IS Growing!

Welcome back Pekin! This is our third edition and from the communication I have received from several members in our community, this paper has been a hit. Read More »

In The Spotlight – Make Fresh Discoveries at Pekin Farmers Markets

If fresh sweet corn, vine-ripened tomatoes, green peppers, and naturally cultivated onions and squash don’t entice you to frequent local farmers markets this summer, perhaps peaches, melons, baked goods, crafts, spices, specialty items, and live entertainment will. Read More »