Edgar Sandoval Shaped by Life, Shaping Others

In Greek mythology, when Prometheus formed mankind out of clay, there were no good attributes left to give the newly formed humans. Instead, humans were given reason, justice, morality, and their own experiences to further shape them and help them survive. Read More »

A Word from Mayor Mary - Happy 250th, America!

This year, our nation is celebrating a remarkable milestone: the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Read More »

City of Pekin Recognized Among Illinois’ Leaders in Economic Development and Redevelopment

The City of Pekin was honored to be recognized at the 2026 Illinois Real Estate Journal (REJournals) Commercial Real Estate Awards held on June 4th at the Westin O’Hare in Rosemont. Read More »

The Cost of Comfort: What Does a High-Efficiency HVAC System Cost Today?

Pekin residents are feeling the squeeze of higher utility bills, driven by rising energy demands and stressed infrastructure across Central Illinois. Because your heating and cooling system is the largest energy consumer in your home, ensuring it operates efficiently is no longer a luxury, it is a necessity for controlling monthly costs. Read More »

Family Fun on the Road: Embracing eBooks and Audiobooks for Your Next Road Trip

It’s that time of year when families are hitting the open road—taking vacations, traveling for youth sporting events, or visiting friends and family out of state. Road trips with family can be one of the most rewarding experiences, filled with laughter, exploration, and shared memories. Read More »

IN THE SPOTLIGHT - Our Inn Place is Your Inn Place

Dan Topping, Jr. of Pekin knows food. After all, he’s made it his career for more than three decades. Even though he’s been the owner and operator of Our Inn Place at 1901 Willow Street for the last 30 years, he started learning the trade of the food service industry while working his way through school. Read More »

Faith Baptist Christian School

Faith Baptist Christian School celebrated its 50th year of Christian education on June 6 with a casual meet-and-greet for former students, followed by a reunion dinner. The milestone event brought together alumni, former faculty members, staff, and friends of the school to reflect on God’s faithfulness over five decades of ministry. Read More »

Pekin Community High School Spring 2026 Honor Roll

At the conclusion of each semester, PCHS celebrates the academic achievements of our students through the publication of Honor Roll and High Honor Roll awards. High Honors is achieved by those students whose grade-point average is 3.70 or higher. Honors are achieved by those whose grade-point average is 3.40 through 3.69. Congratulations to the Spring Honor Roll and High Honor Roll Recipients! Read More »

PCHS Registration and Beginning of Year Information

Even though summer is still in full swing, PCHS is busy making preparations for the upcoming school year! The following information will cover registration, transportation, and other beginning of the year dates. For any additional information, families are encouraged to contact the Principal’s Office. Read More »

Former Pekin Resident Publishes Debut Fantasy Novel Inspired by Jewish Folklore

Michelle M. Reichert, a former Pekin resident, recently celebrated the publication of her debut novel, The Adventures of Gefilda Fische: A Jewish Tale of Supernatural Mischief and Spiritual Battles. Read More »

4-H Show Is a Great Summer Event for the Whole Family

The Tazewell 4-H Show and Jr. Fair is set for Monday, July 27 through Wednesday, July 29 at Mineral Springs Park in Pekin. The 4-H members are excited to share their projects and animals. Everyone is excited to participate in all the special events. Read More »

Tazewell County Bicentennial Recognizing Tazewell County Clerks – Part 12

As Tazewell County approaches our Bicentennial in April of 2027, current Tazewell County Clerk & Recorder of Deeds John C. Ackerman and former County Clerk Christie A. Webb will be honoring and recognizing the previous community leaders to hold this position. The office of Tazewell County Clerk was the first Countywide Office established on April 10th 1827. Since then, only 22 individuals have served in this vital County Government position. Read More »

PEKIN LIONS CLUB

The Pekin Lions Club is holding its July meeting in the Mineral Springs Park with their families included. Read More »

What’s The Story, Pekin?

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FINANCIAL FOCUS® Stress-Test Your Retirement Portfolio in Volatile Markets

Social Security is a cornerstone of retirement planning for millions of Americans. But with so much information floating around, it’s easy to get confused about how the program really works. Here are three common myths that could affect your retirement planning. Read More »

KIWANIS CLUB OF PEKIN

June was an exciting month for the Kiwanis Club of Pekin! On June 9, we teamed up with the Pekin Park Camp for our annual Bike Rodeo. Read More »

FROM THE HISTORY ROOM - Illinois Central Hotel, a Downtown Landmark of Pekin’s Past

In this next installment in our series on the group of 19th-century downtown Pekin business cards we’ve been featuring, we will review the history of a hotel that was a downtown landmark for a long period of Pekin’s history: the Illinois Central Hotel, more usually called Central House or Central Hotel. Read More »

TOPS Club Inc.

Hello everyone! Are you ready for a lifestyle change? We are here for you! Join TOPS! (Take off pounds sensibly). It’s not a diet, it’s a lifestyle, for a lifetime. Read More »

PEKIN WOMAN’S CLUB

The next meeting of the Pekin Woman’s Club will be Friday, July 10, at the First Methodist Church, 1315 Court Street, Pekin. It will be a summer potluck lunch beginning at 12 noon. Guests are always welcome. Read More »

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

The next meeting of the Tazewell County Genealogical and Historical Society will be another Roadshow on Tuesday, July 14th at 7pm. The meeting will be held at the Sand Prairie Township building in Green Valley. Read More »

Tazewell County Retired Teachers Association

The next meeting of the Tazewell County Retired Teachers Association will be Monday, July 13, 12 o’clock, at the Washington Christian Church, 1012 Main St., Washington, IL. The program will be “Hiking the Arizona Trail” by Kayla Stayer. Read More »

Marigold Roots & Country Boots - ROOTS & BOOTS DRAGON JAM

The Pekin Marigold Festival Committee is excited to announce that Brian Carroll has been selected as the 2026 Pekin Marigold Festival Grand Marshal and to unveil details for one of this year’s featured attractions, the Roots & Boots Dragon Jam, which will kick off festival weekend on Friday, September 11, 2026. Read More »

TAZEWELL COUNTY RECEIVES 8 ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS FROM NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES (NACO)

Tazewell County Clerk & Recorder of Deeds, Tazewell County Board, TEAMS Group, And Veterans Assistance Commission Recognized Along With Illinois 10th Judicial Circuit Court, Pekin Community High School, Tazewell County Genealogical & Historical Society, And NAACP Peoria Branch With National County Government Achievement Awards Read More »

A Tazewell County TRIAD Quarterly Safety Brief

Scam Watch is a quarterly safety brief from the Tazewell County TRIAD and Sheriff’s Office highlighting the most common scams currently affecting seniors in our community. These scams change throughout the year, but awareness remains one of the strongest tools in prevention. Read More »

Pekin Rotary Recognizes First Difference Maker Award Recipient

The Pekin Rotary Club is proud to recognize Dana Sayles as the first recipient of the Difference Maker Award. The award was created to honor people who quietly make our community better through acts of service, kindness, and dedication—often without seeking recognition. Read More »

Alpha Delta Kappa Honorary Teacher Sorority Awards Scholarships

The Alpha Theta chapter of Alpha Delta Kappa International Honorary Society for women educators recently awarded two scholarships at their annual spring banquet. Read More »