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Kingman’s Elephants From Baker’s Office

Jul 30, 2025 11:28AM ● By Jared L. Olar, Local History Program Coordinator

About 10 years ago, a piece of artwork with an interesting Pekin connection was donated to the Pekin Public Library’s collection. The artwork is a watercolor depicting a row of six seated circus elephants being directed by a trainer, with a second trainer or ringmaster standing in the background between the second and third elephant.

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In the Spotlight – Invest in Your Health at Tranquil Balances in Massage

Jul 30, 2025 11:27AM ● By Alexander Germanis

Few people understand just how far taking care of one’s health truly extends and how quickly one’s health status can change. Scott Douglas Shields, or Doug as people call him, understands both concepts on a very personal level.

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A Word from Mayor Mary – The Buzz is On!

Jul 30, 2025 11:26AM ● By Mayor Mary

Summer 2025 has brought a lot of new buzz for Pekin. Let’s talk about it. First of all, I normally share a new business list at the State of the City each winter, but I wanted to give a mid-year update.

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A Multi-Program Provider for the Community

Jul 30, 2025 11:23AM ● By Alexander Germanis

In 1928, several women from the Pekin area gathered to discuss in what way they could better help their community. It was concluded their hometown would benefit greatly by being a home for the YWCA.

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July 2025 Issue

Jul 01, 2025 09:01AM

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

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A Word from Mayor Mary – Stay Safe and Have Fun this Summer!

Jul 01, 2025 08:50AM ● By Mayor Mary

Just like last year, I want to remind the community to be safe around town this summer. With school letting out, there are more (and younger) drivers on the road, and the City’s final phase of Court Street reconstruction is underway, so I and the entire City ask that everyone please be especially careful during the heaviest part of our construction season.

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Building for the Future

Jun 26, 2025 10:25AM ● By Dr. Danielle Owens

School may be out for the summer, but the work never stops at Pekin Community High School. After the completion of some major renovations to the campus in 2023 including the office areas, main entrance, and the gym, cardio balcony, and weight room, we are once again spending some time both refreshing some areas of campus and bringing others into the 21st century.

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Got Cottonwood and Dirt Build up? Let’s Get You Clean

Jun 26, 2025 10:10AM ● By Mucciante Heating & Cooling

Pekin residents, do not let cottonwood and dirt be the breaking point of your air conditioner. Let us get it under control beforehand, with maintenance cleaning! How are maintenance cleanings beneficial, you may ask? Maintaining your air conditioner, especially concerning cottonwood and dirt buildup, is essential for efficiency, longevity, and your wallet.

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FIRST MOSQUITO POOL OF 2025 TESTS POSITIVE FOR WEST NILE VIRUS IN TAZEWELL COUNTY

Jun 26, 2025 10:02AM

Tazewell County officials have confirmed that a mosquito pool collected in Tazewell County has tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV). The mosquito pool was collected on Tuesday, June 10 in Morton before being tested the following day at Tazewell County Health Department (TCHD).

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The Fun Never Stops at the Avanti’s Event Center (aka ‘Dome’)

Jun 26, 2025 10:00AM ● By Brian E. Wonders, GM

Since the last issue, we have had a few great public events, including our May Murder-Mystery Dinner & the St. Joseph’s Church Spring Festival Fundraiser. The Murder-Mystery Dinner was titled “Mother Dearest” and had a Mother of the Year theme. One of the reviews from a first time attendee: “This was better than expected.

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