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The Pekin Hometown Voice

In-Print May 2026

Kiwanis Club of Pekin

Apr 27, 2026 08:43AM

Grants are given for direct services and programs that benefit the children of our community, with priority consideration given to organizations who did not receive a grant in our last cycle of funding.

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PEKIN WOMAN’S CLUB

Apr 27, 2026 08:38AM

The next meeting of the Pekin Woman’s Club will be held Friday, May 8, at the First United Methodist Church, 1305 Court Street, Pekin.

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Tazewell County Bicentennial Celebration

Apr 27, 2026 08:35AM

Tazewell County was formed from parts of Peoria County by the Illinois State Legislature on January 31st, 1827. Originally proposed to be named Mackinaw County, prominent Pekin businessman Gideon Rupert lobbied the legislature to have the new county named Tazewell County in honor of Virginia Governor Littleton Tazewell. Tazewell County as established in 1827 included all of current day Woodford County, over half of McLean County and Mason County, and smaller parts of Livingston County, Dewitt County, and Logan County.

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Pekin Reviewing Solid Waste Services and Improving Recycling Efficiency

Apr 27, 2026 08:34AM ● By John V. Dossey, City Manager

The investigation of a child’s death is among the most difficult responsibilities any law enforcement officer will ever face. These are the cases that stay with those who serve, often for a lifetime. They are complex, emotionally taxing, and demand a level of commitment that cannot be overstated.

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A Word from Mayor Mary - National Recognition for Local Progress

Apr 27, 2026 08:31AM

Recently, the City of Pekin received national recognition that reflects the kind of progress our community has been working toward for several years. The redevelopment of the former East Court Village Mall site was named a CoStar Impact Award winner for Redevelopment of the Year, placing Pekin among communities across the country that are finding ways to revitalize important spaces.

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Emergency Management Agency Helps Tazewell County Prepare and Respond

Apr 27, 2026 08:29AM ● By Scott Fishel

The Tazewell County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is an organization that most people hope they never encounter. Not because its services are not valuable or helpful. Just the opposite.

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