68th ANNUAL ILLINOIS MENNONITE RELIEF SALE MARCH 20 - 21, 2026 INTERSTATE CENTER, BLOOMINGTON/NORMAL, IL

The Illinois Mennonite Relief Sale celebrates its 68th Annual event on Friday, March 20, and Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Interstate Center in Bloomington, Illinois. Read More »

Kick Up Your Heels and Join the Fun! Line Dancing for All Ages at the Miller Center

Ready to trade the couch for a little country beat and a lot of smiles? Line dancing at the Miller Center is stepping up as one of the most fun and feel-good activities around Read More »

Tazewell Retired Teachers

Tazewell County Retired Teachers Association will meet Monday, Mar. 9, 2026, 12 o’clock, at the Congregational United Church of Christ Read More »

What’s The Story, Pekin?

Gary visits with Byron Chapman Senior Executive at Dean Commercial Inc. Hospitality Experts about their plans for the vacated Motel 6 property at Court and Valle Vista and the City of Pekin’s role in it. Read More »

PCHS Scholastic Bowl

Pekin Community High School (PCHS) Scholastic Bowl team kicked off their season in November and will wrap up on March 9. The scholastic bowl team answers trivia questions in competitions against other schools. Read More »

Access to Mental Health Care Should Never Require a Long Wait

The need for mental health care in our community has never been greater. Children struggling in school, adolescents navigating anxiety or depression, and adults facing life’s challenges all deserve timely, compassionate support. Read More »

Tazewell County Bicentennial - Recognizing Tazewell County Clerks – Part 8

This month, we recognize Washington’s Republican Tazewell County Clerk, Richard D. Smith, 1869 – 1877, of the Republican Political Party. Read More »

lllinois State Scholars

The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) is pleased to announce the Illinois State Scholars. Read More »

Stop Waking Up Sore Without Spending $4,000

Walk into a mattress store or browse online and you’ll see everything from bargain-basement prices to luxury models costing thousands. Read More »

New at the Pekin Public Library!

The Pekin Public Library is a vital community gathering space that empowers our residents by providing access to resources, programs, and events, fostering connections, and enriching our community as a whole. Read More »

TAZEWELL COUNTY STUDENTS JOIN TAZEWELL COUNTY CLERK & RECORDER OF DEEDS TO UNVEIL “I VOTED” STICKERS

The Tazewell County Clerk & Recorder of Deeds Office held a Press Conference on Wednesday, February 4th, at 2pm in the County Clerk’s Office in the McKenzie Building in Downtown Pekin to unveil the new March 17th 2026 Primary Election “I Voted” Stickers. Read More »

Breaking the Cycle of Missing School

Hey, as parents, we all want our kids to have a fair shot at success, right? But school attendance isn’t just about “getting to class on time”—it’s bigger than that. Read More »

Scout On In Central Illinois - Safety Is Always the Top Priority in Scouting

It was my first day as a “walker” at Cub Scout Day Camp at Mineral Springs Park in Pekin. Several carloads of rambunctious boys were itching to get started on a full day of fun—archery, leathercraft, games, BB guns, demonstrations, paddle boats, songs, and more. Read More »

Kiwanis Club of Pekin

Every year, the laughs get louder as we invite comedians to take the stage and give us their best jokes for an amazing cause! Read More »

Pekin Area Students Attend Great Lakes Music Festival

Students from Faith Baptist Christian School in Pekin recently attended the Great Lakes Music Festival at Maranatha Baptist University in Wisconsin. Read More »

The Dragon Pulse

Spring is right around the corner! Mark your calendars for these important dates, and be sure to follow us on social media to get more up-to-the-minute information. Read More »

Pekin High School Music

District-wide music concerts will be happening in March, and admission is FREE! Jr. High and High School combined concerts: Read More »

FROM THE HISTORY ROOM - Charles L. Wilson, Co-founder of the American Distilling Co.

During his lifetime, Charles Leonard Wilson (1863-1928) was notable in both his hometown of Peoria as well as here in Pekin, where he was one of the co-founders of the American Distilling Co. Read More »

PCHS Focuses on Student Futures

Future Focus Day is a day Pekin Community High School (PCHS) holds for all grades to help guide students’ minds to a goal or career. This is a great opportunity for students at PCHS. Read More »

Save the Date: Friday, April 24

The YWCA Pekin’s Coalition for Equality invites you to attend its annual “Until Justice Just Is,” event, a YWCA USA initiative. Read More »

The YWCA of Pekin’s 44th Annual Women’s Recognition Day Nominations are now open!

Nomination forms for the YWCA of Pekin’s 44th Annual Women’s Recognition Day are available on our website at ywcapekin.org. Read More »

PEKIN WOMAN'S CLUB

The Pekin Woman’s Club will resume its monthly meetings on Friday, March 13, 2026, at the Pekin First United Methodist Church, 1315 Court Street, Pekin. The meeting will begin with a salad potluck luncheon beginning at noon. Read More »

Peace Begins With Understanding and It Starts Here in Pekin

Nearly a century ago, Rotary founder Paul Harris shared a belief that still guides Rotary clubs around the world today: “The better the people of one nation understand the people of other nations, the less the likelihood of friction.” Read More »

IN SEARCH OF HISTORY… with Tazewell Co. Genealogical and Historical Society

Mary was born April 1, 1848, at Waynesville, Dewitt County, Illinois, to James P Martin (1804-1880) and Eleanor Skean Martin (1811-1883). Read More »

YWCA of Pekin’s Early Learning Center

The YWCA of Pekin’s Early Learning Center continues to be a vital part of early childhood care and education in Tazewell County. With a focus on community support and high-quality programming, the center serves families and children at 315 Buena Vista Ave., Pekin, providing care for infants to preschool-aged children (6 weeks to 5 years old). Read More »

From Soil to Solutions: A Local Garden’s Fight Against Food Insecurity

This is the ninth year for the community garden that was started by Holli Green and continues to operate, with the help of Jason Vogel and their volunteers. Read More »

YWCA Pekin’s Coalition for Equality Marks its 33rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration

The YWCA Pekin’s Coalition for Equality is proud to have sponsored its 33rd annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration for students in Pekin District 108 and for students in Rankin District 98. Newly structured for 2026, the Coalition for Equality brought its program to the schools. Read More »

AAVW Luncheon and Fashion Show

The Pekin Area Branch of University Women will have a Luncheon and Fashion Show on Saturday, March 21, at Grace Methodist Church in Pekin. Read More »

The Pekin Lions Club

Mark Your Calendars! The Pekin Lions Club will be holding its annual Pancake and Sausage Breakfast on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the Pekin VFW Post 1232, 1232 Veterans Drive, Pekin, IL 61554. Read More »

Evaluating the Potential for a Data Center in Pekin: A Commitment to Facts, Transparency, and Due Diligence

In recent weeks, there has been significant community discussion regarding the possibility of a data center project locating in the City of Pekin. The level of public engagement reflects how deeply residents care about the future of our community. Read More »

A Word from Mayor Mary - Public Engagement Matters

Many of you are aware of the potential data center project along Highway 98. While this project is still in very early stages of the development process and has not received any final approvals, the City has heard opinions on the project from many people in our community, both for and against it. We absolutely welcome all sincere, civil engagement on this matter and on any other City business. Read More »

Eagles Bring Pekin Neighbors Together

For most of the 250 years of American history, the bald eagle has been a living embodiment of freedom, strength, and democratic ideals. Images of the revered bird appear on our currency, represent government agencies and the military, and unite us all in good times and bad. Read More »