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The Pekin Hometown Voice

In-Print May 2026

What’s The Story, Pekin?

Apr 27, 2026 10:11AM

Upcoming Podcasts hosted by Gary Gillis

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YWCA Pekin’s Coalition for Equality

Apr 27, 2026 09:40AM

Asian-American, Pacific-Islander Heritage Month is celebrated in May, and the Coalition for Equality is proud to offer a program featuring local residents from diverse Asian cultures. Zoe Vo will speak about her Vietnamese heritage and her family’s trip to her father’s homeland. Alina Vang will discuss her parents’ places of origin — Laos — and her family’s Hmong ethnicity. And Ruhi Patel will address her family’s Indian heritage and her family’s trips back home.

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IN THE SPOTLIGHT - Covenant Grows Its Business by Building Relationships

Apr 27, 2026 09:37AM ● By Scott Fishel

The name of the company seems straightforward enough: Covenant Heating and Air Conditioning. But general manager Chad Richmond said the Pekin-based company strives to be about more than selling and installing HVAC equipment, indoor air quality systems, and plumbing.

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Pekin Farmers Market Seeking Vendors for 2026 Season

Apr 27, 2026 09:35AM

The Pekin Farmers Market Committee is now accepting vendor applications for the 6th Annual Pekin Farmers Market, set to begin Thursday, June 4, 2026.

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PEKIN LIONS CLUB

Apr 27, 2026 09:21AM

The Pekin Lions Club is sponsoring a youth baseball team which plays in Shade Park.

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Tazewell County Retired Teachers’ Association

Apr 27, 2026 09:20AM

Tazewell County Retired Teachers’ Association will meet Mon., May 11, 2026, at noon at the Morton Methodist Church, 420 N. Tennessee Ave., Morton.

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Tazewell County Bicentennial - Recognizing Tazewell County Clerks – Part 10

Apr 27, 2026 09:19AM

This month we recognize the only Tazewell County Clerk born outside of the United States, Louis Schurman of Pekin, 1886 – 1890, of the Republican Political Party.

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Rotary - Supporting Local Organizations

Apr 27, 2026 09:16AM

In a world that can sometimes feel overwhelming, it’s important to remember that meaningful change often starts right here at home. Through the generosity of our community and the dedication of our members, the Pekin Rotary Club is proud to support local organizations doing incredible work every day.

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FROM THE HISTORY ROOM - McKinstry & McSkimin, a 19th-century Downtown Pekin Pharmacy

Apr 27, 2026 09:13AM ● By Jared L. Olar, Local History Program Coordinator

This month our series on the 19th-century downtown Pekin business cards turns to an ephemeral drug store that operated briefly on Court Street during the 1870s: the firm of McKinstry & McSkimin.

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Teacher Appreciation Week 2026

Apr 27, 2026 09:11AM ● By Sophomore Addi Waldron

National Teacher Appreciation Week is celebrated from Monday, May 4, 2026 to Friday, May 8, 2026. This is a time to appreciate teachers who go above and beyond, playing a vital role in educating and preparing the next generation.

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