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Rising Utility Bills: A Tipping Point for Pekin Home Energy

Aug 27, 2025 12:12PM ● By Mucciante Heating & Cooling

Pekin residents are feeling the squeeze of higher utility bills, a trend that marks a new era for home energy management. Utility providers, including those serving Central Illinois, are experiencing increased demand and stressed infrastructure, leading to a significant rise in electricity costs for homeowners.

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Taste of Pekin 2025 Promises Flavor, Fun, and a Few Surprises

Aug 27, 2025 12:11PM

Mark your calendars for Wednesday, September 3rd, because downtown Pekin is about to come alive with the sights, sounds, and—most importantly—flavors of the Taste of Pekin 2025.

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Why Code Enforcement Matters: Safeguarding Quality of Life in Our Community

Aug 27, 2025 11:52AM ● By John V. Dossey, City Manager

Recently, a resident asked me to share an informational article to remind the people of Pekin about some of our City Ordinances—specifically those related to code enforcement, such as parking in yards.

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The Power of Pink in the Peoria Area

Aug 27, 2025 11:50AM

Two Peoria-area leaders, Brian Walder, Meteorologist at 25 News, and Seth Colvin, Chef at Suite Fire Bar + Grill, are joining the fight against breast cancer this fall. You will see both wearing pink throughout the month of October to promote awareness and raise funds.

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A Word from Mayor Mary – A Vision Coming to Life

Aug 27, 2025 11:49AM ● By Mayor Mary

My article from September of last year was titled “A Vision for the Future,” and it was about the City’s decision to acquire the 1,000-acre Lutticken property. One year later, I am happy to change that title to “A Vision Coming to Life” and to update the community on how far we have come with this project in just 12 months.

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Tazewell County TRIAD Works to Keep Seniors Safe, Active, and Strong

Aug 27, 2025 11:46AM ● By Scott Fishel

As a young patrol officer, Nathan Hastings, now a Tazewell County Sheriff’s Deputy, remembers getting multiple calls to the home of an elderly woman. She was a “pleasant lady,” he recalled, but she had lost the physical capacity to take care of her home and herself, and there were few family members or friends around to help.

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August 2025 Issue

Jul 31, 2025 12:43PM

Read the August, 2025 edition of The Pekin Hometown Voice Newspaper.

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Education Association of Pekin Stuff a Bus Campaign

Jul 31, 2025 11:37AM

We serve 3.100 students, 66% live in poverty, and many families cannot afford school supplies. This can negatively impact student academic performance, self-esteem, and overall school experience. Often times the staff ends up paying for student supplies

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Pekin Marigold Festival Committee Names the 2025 Pekin Marigold Festival Grand Marshal: Maureen Naughtin

Jul 30, 2025 11:49AM

“It is our honor to celebrate a woman whose quiet strength, boundless compassion, and lifelong dedication have left a lasting impact on the Pekin community.” Maureen’s impact began in the classroom, where she inspired generations as a beloved English teacher at Pekin Community High School.

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Unlock a Healthier Home: The Power of Dehumidification

Jul 30, 2025 11:47AM ● By Mucciante Heating & Cooling

That damp, sticky air so common in an Illinois summer isn't just about comfort—it's a sign of excess humidity that could be affecting your family's health and your home's integrity. While any home can suffer, properties with crawl spaces or basements are particularly vulnerable to the problems this airborne moisture can cause.

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