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From the History Room – Presidential Family Ties

Jan 28, 2026 01:26PM ● By Jared L. Olar, Local History Program Coordinator

With the celebration of George Washington’s and Abraham Lincoln’s birthday this month — and in keeping with a U.S. Semiquincentennial theme — this month at “From the History Room” we will take a look at one of the volumes in the Pekin Public Library’s Local History Room collection.

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Why Children’s Mental Health Matters

Jan 28, 2026 01:24PM ● By Danielle Smith PMHNP-BC-FPA Ensight Mental Health & Wellness, PLLC

February is recognized as Children’s Mental Health Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the emotional, behavioral, and psychological well-being of the youngest members of our community.

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Land Fitness Instructor Highlights!

Jan 28, 2026 01:23PM

Joy — Joy grew up in Peoria, involved in dance and tumbling at an early age, eventually focusing on athletics in middle school. She continued playing softball for a short-time while attending Millikin University.

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Scout On In Central Illinois – It’s Time to Consider Some Additions to the Scout Law

Jan 28, 2026 01:21PM ● By Scott Fishel

The Scout Law is a code of conduct for life. I’ve listed the 12 points of the Scout Law before, but as a refresher, they are — A Scout is: Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly, Courteous, Kind, Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Brave, Clean, and Reverent. I will excuse you if you did not stand and raise the Scout sign as you recited the Scout Law. Extra credit if you did!

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Pekin Restaurant Week Spotlights Local Flavor

Jan 28, 2026 01:20PM

The Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce is inviting residents and visitors alike to pull up a chair and experience the best of Pekin’s dining scene with the return of Pekin Restaurant Week — February 9-13. This community-wide celebration was designed to encourage eating local while attracting visitors from across the region.

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In Search Of History… with Tazewell Co. Genealogical and Historical Society

Jan 28, 2026 01:17PM

The next meeting of the Tazewell County Genealogical and Historical Society will be on Tuesday, February 10th at 7 PM. The program will be about the American Revolutionary War Soldiers that lived in Tazewell county.

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In the Spotlight – Paco’s Taco Express Parks It on Derby Street

Jan 28, 2026 01:13PM ● By Scott Fishel

A food truck is often a brick-and-mortar restaurant’s way of taking its best offerings to a wider audience. The origin story of Paco’s Taco Express, 312 Derby St., is just the opposite. After nearly 15 years of dishing up authentic Mexican favorites from a food truck, owner Dena Fuller decided it was time to put down some roots.

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What's the Story, Pekin?

Jan 28, 2026 01:10PM

February 2nd: “Pekin Moose 916 Story” Gary visits with Dayna Strenz, Administrator of our local Moose February 9th: “Pekin and the Spanish American War” Jared Olar talks about Pekin’s participation in the Spanish-American War

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Promoting Healthy Smiles at the YWCA Early Learning Center

Jan 28, 2026 01:06PM

Our preschool classrooms at the YWCA Early Learning Center welcomed a special visitor from Just Kids Dentistry, a local pediatric dental practice. The visit was part of our ongoing partnership with the dental group, which supports our commitment to fostering healthy habits from an early age.

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Recipe of the Month – Quick Homecooked Chili

Jan 28, 2026 01:05PM

Prep time: 10 minutes • Cook time: 20 minutes Servings: 6 1 pound ground beef 1 onion, chopped 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce

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