Back to School at PCHS

School is back in full swing at Pekin High: the smell of freshly sharpened pencils, the squeak of new Expo markers on a whiteboard, and the elated chatter among students fill our hallways once again. Read More »

Scout On In Central Illinois – Scouts Are Not Afraid to Get Dirty!

You know who Mike Rowe is, right? He’s not from around here, but some of his ideas and efforts are having an impact on Scouting and Scouts in Central Illinois. Read More »

Tazewell County Clerk and Tazewell County Treasurer Announce Yearly Savings of Over $110,000

Tazewell County Clerk & Recorder of Deeds John C. Ackerman and Tazewell County Treasurer Hannah Clark delivered a report today to the Tazewell County Board Finance Committee concerning a review of Tazewell County Government Bulk Mail. Read More »

Save With Your Library Card in September

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month, a golden opportunity for our community members of all ages to unlock a world of resources, services, and programs at the Pekin Public Library. Read More »

Kettle Corn for the Kids

The countdown is on for the best weekend in Pekin! This year’s Pekin Marigold Festival is upon us and sure to bring delight for all ages. The Kiwanis Club of Pekin will be popping away with the help of our Pekin Community High School Key Club. Read More »

Pekin Rotary Club: A Legacy of Service at the Pekin Marigold Festival

In 1980, the Pekin Rotary Club became the first service organization to offer a food item at the Pekin Marigold Festival, marking the beginning of a proud tradition. The previous year, the club had launched Pekin’s first mobile diner operation and sought a way to financially support this venture. Read More »

Pekin Lions Club

You've waited all year for this. Don't miss out on the annual Pekin Lions Club's famous donuts served at the Marigold Festival. We will be serving both Saturday and Sunday so come early and often. Read More »

What Better Way to Celebrate Pekin’s Favorite Son – Than the World Premiere of a Play?

Sen. Everett McKinley Dirksen gets the theatrical treatment in the new production, “The Honorable Mister Marigold,” which will be performed Thursday, Oct. 3, at the F.M. Peterson Theatre at Pekin Community High School beginning at 6pm. Read More »

Celebrating the YWCA Pekin Pool: A Community Oasis

The YWCA Pekin Pool is more than just a place to swim. It’s a vibrant hub where people of all ages come together to stay active, build friendships, and learn valuable life skills. As we say goodbye to summer, let’s celebrate this aquatic gem. Read More »

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS

The Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce allows Chamber businesses to host a Business After Hours or Ribbon Cutting event as a benefit of membership. A Business After Hours is a relaxed environment which allows professionals to connect, exchange ideas, and build relationships that can lead to future collaborations, partnerships, and business opportunities. Read More »

IN THE SPOTLIGHT – Local Guy Builds a Future

Nick Mucciante grew up and went to school here in Pekin. Like many all-American teens, Nick liked motorcycles, cars, and hunting. His dad worked in the construction business, so Nick was familiar with the trades. Read More »

In Search of History… September 2024

The next meeting of the Tazewell County Genealogical and Historical Society will be Tuesday, September 10th at 7pm when Dr. Victoria Loberg will discuss “Joseph Greenhut and the Whiskey Trust.” Read More »

Tazewell County Libraries Partner to Bring Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to Children Under Five

Children under five years old who live in Tazewell County are now eligible to receive a free book each month through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library program in partnership with Tazewell County Libraries. Read More »

Is Your Tap Water Safe? A Look at Pekin’s Water Quality

Water is a vital resource, essential for life and countless daily activities. But have you ever wondered about the quality of the water flowing from your tap? Understanding what’s in your water is crucial for protecting your health and the environment. Read More »

From the History Room – The City of Pekin at 175: How Pekin Became Illinois’ 10th Incorporated City

Pekin’s celebration of its bicentennial this year coincides with the 175th anniversary of our community’s incorporation as a City under Illinois law. Pekin’s first settler Jonathan Tharp arrived in 1824, and just 25 years later, on Aug. 20, 1849, the people of the Town of Pekin voted to incorporate as a city – 175 years ago last month. Read More »

TAPS Welcomes New Executive Director; Celebrates Adoption of Long-Term Dog, Oatmeal

TAPS Animal Shelter is thrilled to announce the arrival of our new Executive Director, Tori Menke, a seasoned professional with a deep passion for animal welfare and a track record of transformational leadership. Read More »

A Word from Mayor Mary – A Vision for the Future

Many have heard the news from this summer that the City Council voted to approve the purchase of the Lutticken Farm property. Read More »

Value of an Employee

Where will you be in the next 50 years? Recently we opened the time capsule at City Hall on July 4th. It was amazing to see the turn out of those interested in the history of Pekin. Read More »

HOMETOWN HERO – Celebrating Carol A. Shields: Five Decades of Leadership in Pekin

To get a picture of the impact Carol A. Shields had on the City of Pekin, one needs only to look at the comments on a Facebook post from the Pekin Police Department on Sept. 29, 2023. Read More »