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In-Print November 2025

Masonic Lodge Installs New Officers

Oct 31, 2025 09:48AM

Members of Empire Lodge #126 held their 173rd Installation of officers on September 25 with dinner preceding.

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Reaching Out: United Way’s H.A.N.D. Project Gives Local Youth the Tools to Build Their Future

Oct 31, 2025 09:47AM

Every young person deserves to see a future filled with possibilities. Yet for many teenagers in our community, the path forward can feel uncertain, the obstacles overwhelming, and the guidance they need just out of reach.

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FFA Builds Community and Connection at Pekin Community High School

Oct 31, 2025 09:46AM ● By Senior, Riley Schacherbauer

The Future Farmers of America (FFA) organization at Pekin Community High School (PCHS) plays a significant role not only at PCHS but also in the community.

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Celebrate the Holidays at Sunset Hills Golf Course & Mashies Pub! Openings Still Available for 2025 Holiday Parties

Oct 31, 2025 09:29AM

Looking for the perfect place to host your holiday party this year? Sunset Hills Golf Course & Mashies Pub in Pekin has you covered — and we’re bringing the fun back to the season! Whether you’re planning an intimate company gathering, a lively family celebration, or a festive night out with friends, our banquet spaces offer the perfect mix of warmth, elegance, and good times.

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Parkside Fitness Celebrates 50 Years with Free Community Weekend & Celebration Event

Oct 31, 2025 09:28AM

Pekin’s premier fitness destination, Parkside Fitness, is celebrating 50 years of serving the community with a weekend of free access and festivities for all. On Saturday, November 8th, and Sunday, November 9th, the facility will be open at no cost to anyone in the community, inviting residents to explore the club, try a new workout, and enjoy special activities.

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From the History Room – Tazewell County’s Spanish-American War Volunteers Didn’t Lose a Single Man

Oct 31, 2025 09:23AM ● By Jared L. Olar, Local History Program Coordinator

Of all the many wars that the United States has fought in its history, the ones that are most prominent in the memory of the American people are, understandably, the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, and the First and Second World Wars.

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In The Spotlight – Tech Force IT Solutions Brings Service to You

Oct 31, 2025 09:21AM ● By Scott Fishel

Joey Courtney has one thing going for her that a lot of IT professionals don’t. She makes house calls. Or business calls, as the case may be. She wouldn’t have it any other way. As the owner (and sole employee) of Tech Force IT Solutions LLC, she takes her considerable experience and skills wherever they are needed.

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Notary Services at Your Local Library: A Convenient Resource for the Pekin Community

Oct 31, 2025 09:19AM

Many public libraries now provide notary services, making it easier for community members to access essential legal documentation assistance close to home. Offering notarization is just one of the many essential services the Pekin Public Library provides to our community.

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Pekin Woman’s Club

Oct 31, 2025 09:18AM

The October meeting of the Pekin Woman's Club was held on Friday, October 10, 2025, at the Pekin First United Methodist Church. The program for the meeting was brought by Mike and Karen Brenkman, who spoke on the Greater Peoria Honor Flight.

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Why Communities Should Value Their Home Rule Status – Part 2

Oct 31, 2025 09:18AM ● By John V. Dossey, City Manager

Over the past several weeks, I’ve seen many conversations in our community about Home Rule on social media, at the doorsteps, watercoolers, and in everyday discussions. Some people believe they know what Home Rule is, but often the details are misunderstood.

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