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The Pekin Hometown Voice

In-Print February 2026

(Fun)draising at PCHS

Jan 28, 2026 02:00PM ● By Sophomore student, Addi Kina

Pekin Community High School (PCHS) organizes numerous fundraisers for the community. The school does this year-round for various reasons; for example, PCHS raises money for things like sports, extracurricular activities, and more. PCHS also raises money for EasterSeals, a nonprofit organization.

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How to Replace Your Mattress Without Overpaying

Jan 28, 2026 01:59PM ● By Ken Humphrey, President Mattress Liquidators & More in Pekin & Peoria

Most people hate mattress shopping. It’s often delayed for years because better sleep feels like it comes with a huge price tag. The truth is, overpaying isn’t necessary when you know what to look for and how to shop smarter.

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Tazewell County Clerk & Recorder of Deeds Office Receives Award for “Veterans Honor Rewards Business Partnership”

Jan 28, 2026 01:57PM

During a reception hosted by Fidlar Technologies of Davenport, Iowa, the Tazewell County Clerk & Recorder of Deeds Office received an award for "Veterans Honor Rewards Business Partnership".

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Pekin Community High School Fall 2025 Honor Roll

Jan 28, 2026 01:55PM

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.

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PCHS Welcomes the Class of 2030

Jan 28, 2026 01:50PM ● By Dan Hiles and Janira Del Valle, PCHS Assistant Principals

As another Spring season approaches, so does the end of a school year and the exciting beginning of a new one. This fall, Pekin Community High School (PCHS) will welcome the Class of 2030.

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Behind the Ballot: The Role of an Election Judge

Jan 28, 2026 01:48PM ● By Dee Underwood – Election Judge Coordinator

An election judge is a trained official who oversees voting at a precinct’s polling place on Election Day. They serve as the backbone of the electoral process, acting as the primary point of contact for voters and ensuring that elections run smoothly from the moment the polls open until all ballots are securely processed and counted.

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Pekin Woman's Club

Jan 28, 2026 01:46PM

The Pekin Woman's Club is on their winter hiatus, however, that does not mean they are not working behind the scenes. Each year, they award a $500 scholarship for a Pekin Community High School senior girl. The application for this scholarship is now available on the PCHS website under the Scholarship tab.

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Kiwanis Club of Pekin

Jan 28, 2026 01:44PM

We love to have fun and raise funds for the children of the world (especially the ones in Pekin and surrounding areas!) Every year, we start fresh with our Chili Cook-off. A special thanks to our local Pekin firefighters who serve our community with such passion and still find time to update us on their great work while judging our chili submissions.

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The Pekin Lions Club

Jan 28, 2026 01:43PM

The Pekin Lions Club is having a Pancake and Sausage Breakfast on Sat., March 28, from 7-11am.at the VFW located at 1232 Veterans Dr, Pekin, IL 61554.

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Where Skills Meet Service, Pekin Benefits – Using Your Vocation to Strengthen the Community Through Rotary

Jan 28, 2026 01:43PM

Your vocation is more than a job — it’s the skills, experience, and values you bring to your work every day. Rotary believes those same talents can also strengthen a community. January was Vocational Service Month for Rotary International. While the term may sound formal, the idea is simple: use what you know to do good.

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